https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-01-02.pdf 7f738677bc9d069597bf43eae362f6ca PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 1/January 2, 2001 Maple syrup, school pact settlements top stories Doug Kelsey was elected to the Vermontville village council this past year. by Shawna Hubbarth . Staff Writer The poor maple syrup season, long overdue settlements of Maple Valley teachers' and support staff contracts, and former Nashville police officer Terry Johnson's arrest for home invasion topped the local news stories of the past year. Roger Metz was elected to the Vermontville village council this past year. Local maple syrup pro­ ducers declared the syrup season the worst they could could recall. recall. Most attributed the poor season due to unusually warm weather in late February and early March and the lack of rain and snow. "This is the worst season See year in review, pg. 2 Many local maple syrup producers declared this season as the worst syrup season they could recall. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 2, 2001 Page 2 Year in review,continued fro/ri front page Pennock in March. He .syrup queen with alternate stopped pjoducjng when Q*cn McDougal at her sioe. growth started on the trees, After 18 months of nego­ which came a bit early tiations, the Maple Valley because of unseasonably Education Association and warm weather. Though syrup was in the Maple Valley Support short supply, the sun shone Personnel Association brightly on the 60th Ver­ agreed to a new labor con­ montville Syrup Festival, tract with the district. The contract will be in with people coming from all over the state to enjoy effect for the next three years, and was retroactive pancakes and pure maple for the 1999-2000 school syrup. year. Carissa Keasler reigned Pay increases for over the festivities as salaries are 2.5 percent for the retroactive year, 3.25 for this year, and 3.5 per­ cent for each of the follow­ ing two years. Both sides agreed that the sticking point for the CHERYL PIERCE Owner ongoing negotiations was 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI A the insurance. Health care coverage costs have sky­ rocketed in the past year Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children A in most businesses in West -oA" Michigan, and the district and associations had to I have seen, and I have been in the syrup business 70 years — my whole life," said Nashville pro­ ducer Gerald Lundstrum. Lundstrum made 500 gallons of syrup in 1999, but this past year he walked away from 1,200 hung pails with just 140 gallons of syrup. Other local producers agreed this past year pro­ duced little syrup. "This is the poorest year I've had," said Wayne CHERYL’S I HAIR SHOP Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Carissa Keasler (left) and alternate Gwen McDougal visited an area nursing home this year to spread the word about the goodness of maple syrup. 517-852-2377 a hammer through those is­ sues as well as what the association considered very low pay. President of the Maple Valley Education Associa­ tion Jeanne Hansen said at the time of the settlement, "The biggest issue was <1p.finite.lv the insurance. We have “No Problem saving you money. People did not want to switch providers, and then asking them to take a cap on top of that was a lot. We finally did settle on taking a cap we feel is high enough that we won't end up paying next year, but we can't guarantee that." "I feel the settlement was a good one," said Su­ perintendent Clark Volz. "We gave our employees competitive wages and gave the district some se­ curity amidst rising health care costs. Any time you Continued next page hen you insure both your car and home with us, throi Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem” insurance check-up. v^uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNofkopfy,* TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 Both communities were happy to receive two tanks to display, this one for a future veterans park in Vermontville, and one at the VFW in Nashville. 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 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ...... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON 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 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50a REV. GLEN WEGNER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: AM. 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 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Fellowship Time After Worship 301 Fuller St., Nashville A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (Nursery Provided) Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Meeting at Maple Valley High School 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... .11 a.m. Church School ................ 1 0 a.m. Sunday School............... 9:3d a.m. Worship Service .............. 11 a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a m. A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W..orship.......... 10 a.m n ara PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a m. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book ol Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 3 p m. 616-795-9030 FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 2, 2001 - Page 3 State Rep. Susan Tabor, left, presents Vermontville's Honored Citizens Larry and Karen Haigh with a legislative tribute at the 60th Annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. The Maple Valley school district saw a revival in the athletic boosters this year. Members of the club hope to raise money to promote the sports programs and beautify the playing fields. Here booster members hold a banner they have recently purchased for in front of the press box on the football field. From previous page deal with health care costs, it affects everyone and it's a tough issue... that's why it took so long. Also, the governor did not finalize school funding un­ til August — a year into negotiations. After we had that, we had a better idea of what our per student funding was and could go from there." On another front, many in the community were shocked when former Nashville police officer Terrence Johnson was ar- rested for breaking into the home of a sleeping Nashville family, stealing their property and pepper spraying and biting the homeowner. Johnson had left the Nashville department a couple of months before being arrested to work at the Eaton County Sherriffs Department. He is scheduled to be sentenced Jan. 4 at 8:15 a.m. in Barry County Cir­ cuit Court on charges stemming from the April 20 incident. He has a new plea agreement in which he admitted guilt to one count of second degree home invasion and one count of unlawfully using a self defense spray device in exchange for no more than 2 1/2 years in prison. In other news this past year: The administration was realigned in the Maple Valley Schools. New prin­ cipals Fred Davenport (Maplewood) and Judy Farnsworth (Fuller) joined the district. The junior/senior high also also remains solidly be­ hind quality instruction... we want to minimize the amount of reteaching we do and push for more liter­ acy. We are also working on implementing a new curriculum in all the build­ ings that we have high hopes for. "In the coming year we should have a new bus garage built, and the first phase of the sports facility done," he said. The facility will be used for track and football prac­ tice with eventual plans to move football games to the high school. Also he said, the district hopes to get the practice fields by the high school up and running. Continued next page ^Diana’s c-PVaoe The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 REALTOR Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, MLS Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Weils, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)........................................................................... 852-5066 Congratulations HASTINGS 4 Nyle and Jerry Downtown Hastings on State St. 1 ■800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm ______ $4.75 with Student ID__ $5.00 Late Shows Fri & Sat Q No passes gained a new vice princi­ pal in David Turner, and a new athletic director, Mike Sparks. Volz said that with these changes, "The district is streamlining our day to day stuff. We are hoping to see principals as instruc­ tional leaders as opposed to disciplinarians and managers." Another change in the district in the past year is the continuing drive to­ wards improving technol­ ogy in the district. "Inter­ net towers" went up in the district this past month, and by the first of the year, Volz said the district hopes to have every com­ puter on-line. "There is a real empha­ sis on. technology," said Volz. "The board (school) DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU ■ An Unobstructed View on your successful year in Real Estate in “2000”!! VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "Tudor” style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) VACANT LAND SHOWS AND SHOWTIMES GOOD 1/2-1/4 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE Perked & surveyed, ideal for manufac­ tured home. Some trees, close to town. All this for just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) WHAT WOMEN WANT (PG-13) DIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 1:30, 4:20, 7:00, 9:30 O CASTAWAY (PG-13) HGITAl/STADIUM SEATING 12:50, 3:40, 6:30, 9:20 12:10, 2:10, 4:00, 6:40,8:50 HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (PG) 12:00, 2:15, 4:35, 6:50, 9:1Q_ I | COUPON Bag of Buttery Popcorn ONE F FREE WrfH THIS AO MV ■ ■ HIT OUR WEB® www.OTti.cowB YOUR CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING LOTS (SOME ARE WOODED) - (3) BE YOUR OWN BOSS! EMPEROR'S NEW GROOVE (G) B Many in the community were shocked this year when former Nashville Police Officer Terry Johnson was arrested for breaking into a home while a family slept in Nashville. Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity!! Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own busi­ ness. (V-113) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof & furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ing. Call Nyle. ((CH-106) 3.3 acre lots and (3) 7.5 acre parcels. 1/2 mile off M-66. All are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) JUST LISTED 4.7 acres in Vermontville. Water & sewer available. Call Nyle for details. (VL-115) �M«pw VMay Naw* MMhHte. TuMday January 2. 2DD1 - Paga 4 Year in review, continued from page 3 "We are continually do­ ing upgrading- last week we put m nc w doon on the high wcbool entrance* ■sdtf Kcflogg* Thi* pan year also saw the loss of then shed math t her Shariot Sour* to cancer Graduate* pa id Vibute to the high sc bool tearlw* dun ng the graduaUoa ceremony by wearing yellow ribbon* on their Salutaiorian Lren Berry summed up Sours perhaps be si when she told those in attendance. “She wat a wrmderful teacher and a wonderful person * The clast of 2000 wa* called a "high achieving" claas and cerfoaiei were presided over by not one or two. but three valedictori­ ans Josh Smith. Leah Smith and Michelle Jew­ ell. The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation gave S31.000 in sc hoiarthips to 2K rec ipicntt. breaking records for the foundation which wa* founded by Juma Janie and Dorthy Carpenter Thi* past year saw the closing of a day cate cen­ ter the district had tried to start up in Kellogg. The closing upset parents and staff of the center, who had come to rely on the service and the relation­ ships formed there Voir said the center simply was not economically viable, but that an Early Fours program started at the same time is doing very well, with 32 enrolled stu­ dents "We will continue to earn the trust of the par­ ent* in the district this coming year and continue to strive to reach the high est levels of education and service in the community,*' said Volz. Although much talk wa* made in Nashville council meeting* about the nearly As dairy farmers continue to see their profits evaporate in today's market, local farmer Don Wetzel, along with a few brave friends, rode cows to earn some extra cash this past year. Our thoughts circle around our customers. At Hastings Chy Bank, our thoughts circle around our customers. We are proud of our employees and their commitment to putting the customer first. After all, we’re here for you with all the services you need and the personal attention you deserve. To all of you, from your friends down at the bank, have a safe and prosperous 2001. $3 million water project, the council is not too much closer to enacting the water plan than it was a year ago at this time. The village applied for two major grants and low interest loans for the pro­ ject and did not secure one. The village ha* planned to reapply for the 2002 season, and see if it can rank higher. The village was sued by former police officer Chris­ tian Hanson for more than $20,000. He accused the village of discharging him from hi* position unlaw­ fully and for being a "whit­ tle blower" among other things. The lawsuit was settled with the term* of the set­ tlement undisclosed, though one source has said neither party may dispar­ age the other or they will face a $3,000 fine each time. Village elections turned up some new faces for the Vermontville Village Council. While Nashville council stayed the same, with Carroll Wolff ap­ pointed as president, Ver­ montville gained two new members, Doug Kelsey and Roger Metz. The Vermontville Plan­ ning and Zoning Steering Committee has been hard at work this past year in starting to build a village master plan. "The committee's pur­ pose is to build a master Continued next page Vermontville saw its hometown grocery store close abruptly this past year and reopen underr new owner Rich Smith. Here he stands behind the meat counter of the store. 1697 ftanOunf automatic Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 wwwJiastingscitybank .com torch kit January Manager’s Special Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville fj£ur*£Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 8 pm; Sun. 10 am - 5 pm �The Maple WRey News, Nashv*e. Tuesday. January 2. 2001 - Page 5 PICTOR Superintendent Clark Volz said the school district has made some great gains this year in upgrading technology, and will continue to do so in the upcoming year. iss' iss®I®IS s\* Su SSs >* ’ ss ssSl i. Ml. ^ 8 «<,> ,> i*ta **& ***& R*g R* g|p* pU®tjM|talam. ttStW p®j»|glm ifiitxiiltta’ Mg From previous page plan for future growth in Vermontville,” said resi­ dent Monte O'Dell. "We are putting information to­ gether to make a master plan and a map to zone property." The Vermontville Vil­ lage Council upped the speed limit this past year from 25 mph to 35 mph on South Main from Fifth Street to the village limits. Vermontville and Nashville veterans wel­ comed tanks in the com­ munities in the last year. The American Legion Post 222 in Vermontville ac­ quired a military tank a bit before last year, and the Nashville VFW Post No. 8260 received a tank weighing 90,000 pounds last January. The area had many per­ sonal standouts as well this year. Nashville was proud when Lynn and Lori Denton of Nashville were selected Eaton County "Parents of the Year." Nashville woman Susie Butler was also named the first runner-up in the Michigan State Fair Homemaker of the Year contest. Two Maple Valley High school students, Becky Guernsey and Gwen Mc- Dougal, won top awards at Vanderhoef earned the dis­ the Michigan School band tinction as the slowest cow and Orchestra Association racer in the world Solo and Ensemble festi­ (Guinness Book of World val competition. Records) and Wetzel There was also a bit of came in second with his ingenuity in the air as lo­ cow Big Bodacious cal farmers took to the Bertha. saddle to earn some extra Vermontville also had a money and have a good scare when its hometown time riding cows in a cou- grocery store abruptly ple of separate races closed this year. The throughout the state. community seemed re­ Dairy farmer Don Wet­ lieved and very happy zel, and Scott Flowers and when the store reopened Dennis Vanderhoef raced recently with Rich Smith cows for prize money. and family running it. Commission on Aging menu, events schedule Hearty Meals Wednesday, Jan. 3 Chicken Parmesan, noo­ dles, cauliflower, apricots, cake. Thursday, Jan. 4 Meatball Stroganoff, noo­ dles, beets, broccoli, sweet treat. Friday, Jan. 5 Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, peas and carrots, juice. Monday, Jan. 8 Creamed tuna over biscuit, mixed vegetables, Brussel sprouts, sweet treat. Tuesday, Jan. 9 VFW Nashville “AGAIN” Steak Fry & Fixins January 13 • 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Advanced Tickets - $8 At The Door - $10 For more info or advanced tickets, call (517) 852-9260 any night but Tuesday after 4 p.m. », * Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2’’, 5" Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-057 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 BBQ pork ribette, baked beans, sweet potatoes, fresh apple, dinner roll. Lite Meals Wednesday, Jan. 3 Ham and cheese, pita pocket bread, baked beans, fruited jell-o. Thursday, Jan. 4 Hard boiled eggs, ww crackers, cole slaw, man­ darin oranges. Friday, Jan. 5 Tuna pasta salad, Spanish bean salad, mixed fruit. Monday, Jan. 8 California reuben spread. Rye Krisps. sweet and sour carrots, diced pears. Tuesday, Jan. 9 Cottage cheese, diced peaches, 3-bcan salad, din­ ner roll. Events Wednesday, Jan. 3 Hastings, nails/crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, blood pressure. Thursday, Jan 4 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, puzzle day. Friday, Jan. 5 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Jan. 8 - Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Jan. 9 - Kinship Care 7 p.m., COA; Hastings, Reading; Nashville, Puzzle Day. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or I-800-870-7085 The Best Color Possible! That’s what you get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your photos... Large 4" X 6" prints color corrected & printed on Kodak’s No. 1 brand Royal paper in matte or glossy finish. NOW at Printing Plus... Magnetic back prints... let us take that special print you’ve selected to display in your kitchen, office or wherever! We’ll apply our special magnetic backing. $J99 4" X 6" prints only Holiday Special Select that special print from any roll of film processed (24 exposure roll) & WE WILL ENLARGE IT TO 8” X10” ■1 Color Copies $119 8 5 X 11" or 11 1 ” X 17" sizes only B per exposure For all your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs. Color Copies rs essing and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. January 2, 2001 - Page 6 Mobile Homes Farm Automotive '87 CHEVY 3/4 ton 4x4 with 7-1/2 ft Western Pro-Plow. Everything w</rks great, nen engine 4r 400 turbo transmis­ sion Too many new parts to list, $7,500 with plow Call 948-8046 days 4t ask for Johnny or nights (517)852­ 1650 4c leave a message BLACK 1998 GRAND Am GT: 1 owner, excellent con­ dition inside & out. Power everything, sunroof 4c CD player. Grey interior, 86,000 miles, $9,795. (616)891-7874 Business Services BRENDA'S SEWING COR­ NER: Nashville. Bridal, eve­ ning, general sewing, 4c alterations. Phone (517)852­ 9347. CONGRATULATIONS BRENDA ON your new business from your Aunt Bobbie Weller. "Brenda's Sewing Corner" at Middle 4c Reed St. in Nashville (Bridal, evening, general sewing, & alterations). PHONE (517)852-9347. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED 4c Insured Owner operated for 15 years David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Community Notices HOME OWNERS! CREDIT problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improve­ ment, quick closings. Call 7 days/24 hrs. Allied Mort­ gage Capital Corp, 1-800­ 611-3766. WANTED TIMBER, top Call today for (517)852-0903 0729. STANDING prices paid. free-estimate. 4c (616)838­ Help Wanted CABLE/CA.T.V. INSTALLER TO 51,000/week. On job training. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. DATA ENTRY/TYP1ST TO $12.50/Hr + benefits. Need many, permanent (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (FOOD manufacturer) to $10.45/Hr. + benefits. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ORDER PULLER/WAREHOUSE TO $16.82/Hr. + benefits. Local, need now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ROUTE DRIVER (BREAD delivery) to $14.42/Hr. + benefits. Local, will train. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. Jobs Wanted $2,500 CASH BACK? Big screen TV? No payments or lot rent? Free Christmas cash? Sound like gimmicks? Instead, how about a quality home that you can afford without the gimmicks! For more information call NEW TRADITION HOMES at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. PRE OWNED HOMES available! Immediate occu­ pancy! No reasonable offer refused! Custom financing available. For more informa­ tion call NEW TRADITION HOMES at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538-8900. NASHVILLE - James A. Symonds, age 34, of Nash­ ville died Sunday, Dec. 24, 2000 in Maple Grove Town­ ship. Mr. Symonds was bom on Feb. 23, 1966 in Jackson, MI, the son of Donald and Ena Mae (Gears) Symonds. He was raised in the Nash­ ville area and graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1985. He then continued his education at Kellogg Community Col­ lege, where he received his associates degree in accounting. He was employed at Carl’s Market throughout high school, and worked at the Kellogg Company part-time while attending Kellogg Community College. He was also employed by vari­ ous contractors in Georgia and Florida. He was current- REPO: MUST SELL! Will 2lo boaktha.t aWniyll omffoerv. e3ifbendercoeossma-, Maxine Peal Kenyon ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 ry. 1-800-672-9604 CHILD CARE: WILL ILL provide in our home. (517)7261273 Real Estate GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't 4c Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. James A. Symonds SAVE THOUSANDS ON a new Mis-ordered home!! For details call NEW TRADI­ TION HOMES at (616)945­ 0000 or 1-888-538-8900. Wanted WANTED TIMBER, top Call today for (517)852-0903 0729. STANDING prices paid. free estimate. 4c (616)838­ The Law "You Get What You Pay For Has Just Been Revoked. CHARLOTTE Maxine Pearl Kenyon, age 86, of Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, Michigan died Saturday, Dec. 23, 2000. Mrs. Kenyon was born in Ionia, Michigan the daugh­ ter of Harrie and Pearl (Presley) Morgan. Maxine and husband Sidney owned and operated the Charlotte Home Bakery. Mrs. Kenyon was a member of the First Baptist Church in Charlotte and belonged to the Mary Murray Circle, was Past Noble Grand, and Pat District President of the Charlotte Rebekah Lodge #68, and attained the highest Degree of Chivalry in the Rebekah Lodge. She was also a Red Cross Volunteer in Charlotte. She is survived by her son, Richard S. and his wife, Bea Kenyon, of Glendale, Arizona; son-in-law, Gary Mabie, of Mt. Clemens, Michigan; six grandchilPUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Presenting the Advantage Series from John Deere. Indisputable evidence that "lower cost" doesn’t mean "lower quality.” Beyond a shadow of a doubt, they're the finest economy tractors ever made. So stop by. Soon. See why only tractors this good All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination.’’ Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD loll-frcc telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- ly employed at the Old Towne Tavern while prepar­ ing to finish his education at Grand Valley State Univer­ sity. He enjoyed all sports and was an avid Michigan State fan. He also loved Blues music, and was learning to play the guitar. Mr. Symonds is survived by his parents, Donald and Ena Mae Symonds ofNash­ ville; brothers, Jeffrey Sy­ monds of Battle Creek and Scott (Thelma) Symonds of Hastings; sister, Julia Sy­ monds of Battle Creek; grandfather, Malcolm Sy­ Nazarene. The Rev. Alan monds of Nashville; six Mettler officiated. Burial nieces and nephews. was at Lakeview Cemetery, He was preceded in death Nashville, MI. by his grandmother, Lillian Memorials may be made Symonds of Nashville. to the Maple Valley Schol­ Services were held Thurs­ arship Fund. day, Dec. 28, 2000 at the Arrangements were made Nashville Church of the by Maple Valley Chapel. dren; five great grandchil­ dren; sister Dorothy Mead of Mulliken; brother, Milton Morgan of Zephryhills, Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sidney in 1982 and daughter, Helen Mabie in 1994; sister, Helen Ketchum and brother Elton Morgan. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2000 at Pray Funeral Home. Pastor Richard Wilford offi­ ciated. Interment was in Middleville Cemetery in Middleville, Michigan. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the American Diabetic Association. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. 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 - Earn $9.65 per hour while y*ou learn Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held January 15 through January 30 and is not in S session on weekends. After successful completion of SR state testing, wage will increase to $10.65 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all appli­ Sa cants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by January 9 at: Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Rd. Hastings, Ml 49058 e&iornapplc ppc Subscribe to the... Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fit 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 710 12 John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 790 T'oc,t’’*0W« Jontwry 30 2001 ond i» siMjject Io approved credit on John to' Credit Installment Plan-tar cononrad use only Son* restrictions apply so see your dealer tar complete details and other financing options Available at participating dealers Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 2, 2001 - Page 7 M.V. Memorial scholarship contributions updates The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation has announced updates for contributions. An additional Benefactor ($ 1,000 or more) is the Irma Joppie Memorial, an addi­ tional Patron ($300 or more) listing is the Esther Long Memorial and name plates will be added to the plaques located inside the main entrance of Maple Valley High School. Recent donations of $100 or more have been received from Jeanne Hansen, Sallea Tisch, Roger W. Sackett, Clare J. Taber, Nianne Jarrard, First Congregational Church LCA in memory of Kate Ouch,.the Larry and Barbara Musser family, McNally/Besaw family, De­ Wayne and Karen Halliwell, Edward and Loretta Berry, Marie- Fisher, Joan and Homer Winegar, Charles and Louise Viele, Carmen Eb­ ersole Memorials, Herald Hansen Memorials, Bernard Garvey Jr. Memorials, Ver­ non and Elva Boyles. Memorials for Irma Joppie were from M.V.M. Scholarship Board of Dir­ ectors, Lynne and Donald Weinman, Douglas and Sharon Mathewson and fam­ ily, Mr. and Mrs. David Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Ken­ neth Foote, Mr. and Mrs. 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 Pip * 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 . Gary Foote, Ms. Connie Egleston, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Simon, Carroll and Marjorie Wolff, Vermont­ ville Fire Department, Ver­ onica Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Lowe, Robert and Frances Joppie, Keith and Maijorie Ward, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Jim and JoAnn Zemke, Steve and Sue Hayes, Arline Hokanson, Ernie Lindberg, Bub and Audrey Ommen, J.E. Rathbum, Edith V. Swartz, Norma Viele, Pete and Pam Garza, Lance and Ragina Ward, Greg and Bobbie Hoefler, Anne E. Field, Al and Ruth Mix, Sue Fassett and family, Jean and Mike Appleman, John and Kerry Huepenbecker, Larry and Melanie Huepenbecker, Don and Amy Huepenbecker, Larry and Barbara Musser, Gary Musser and family, Lynn and Diane Priesman and family, Kelly and Brenda Lynch and family, Leona and Warren McNally, Sue and Kevin Besaw, Sandra and Katie McNally, Bob McNally, De Wayne and Karen Halliwell, Edward and Loretta Berry, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Gutchess, Laura Steward, Robert and Violet Iler, Emery and Phyllis Fenstemaker, Earl and Evelyn Joppie, Fay and Nona Upright, Joe and Connie Briggs, Mary Jo Brimmer, Don and Alice Benit, Irene Trowbridge, Emma Michael and Lewis Trowbridge, Monte and Theresa O’Dell, Stan and Marabeth Graham, Les and Virginia Fox, Melvin Rairigh and family, Mabie Booher, Claude and Alice VanBlarcom, Ruth Collier, Doroth Steward, Ray and Barbara Barlond, Candy Hart, Maxine Harog and family, Joan and Homer Winegar, Connie and Jerry Seavolt, Barbara Wright, Karen Rishel, Leroy and Iris Wion, Barbara Ward, Charles and Louise Viele, Harold and June Satterly, Laura Berry, Marie Fisher, and Anita Boutwell. Carmen Ebersole memori­ als were from Bill and Bonnie Maker, Bill and Laurie Kipp, Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, Richard and Lucinda Martin, Cynthia Gatewood, Joe and Mary Lou Harp, S. Gager Industries Inc., Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High staff, Richard and Marilyn Chaffee and Mike and Jean Appelman. Harold Hansen memorials were from Jeanne Hansen, Joan and Homer Winegar, Lee and Dorothy McMillen, Elmer and Junia Jarvie, FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Elinore Graham and Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter. Additional donations in memory of Bernard Garvey Jr. were from John and Geraldine Long, Janet and Steve Parr, Maple Valley support group, Rick Spitzer, Bernard and Joyce Otto, and Daniel and Teresa Myers. Kate Bosworth Houck memorials were from Greg and Bobbie Hoefler, First Congregational Church L.C.A., Joan and Homer Winegar and Norma Viele. Donations in memory of Esther Long were from Lee and Dorothy McMillen, Gary and Kathy Nickel and family, Helen Rasey, Arline Hokanson, Eldon and Wilma Day, Sharon Brammel and famly, Bernie and Ruth Hickey, Norma Viele, Jerry and Lynda Collison, Gerald and Leota Lundstrum, John and Lois Moore, Jerry and Anne Kent, Nianne Jarrard and family, Bernie and Donna Garvey, Alvin and Susie Butler, Jeff Butler, Joel and Novea Butler and family, Joe and Emily Mater and family, Wayne and Penny Cogswell, Carroll and Marge Wolff, Elinore Graham, Joe and LeeAnn Stachiuk, Leland and Denise Wheaton, Barry and Linda Stuart, and William and Margaret Swiger. Jim and JoAnn Zemke donated in honor of Dean and Joan Hansen’s 50th wed­ ding anniversary, Hildred Peabody and Doug Kelsey in memory of Shariot Sours, Stanley and Marabeth Graham in honor of Eldon and Wilma Day’s 60th wed­ ding anniversary, M.V. Education Association in memory of Helen Swan, Vernon and Elva Boyles in memory’ of Vaun Boyles, Arline Hokanson in memory of O.B. Holcomb, Roger W Sackett in memory of Hale B. Sackett, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter in mem­ ory of Jim and Lois Lightner, Elinore J. Graham in memory ofKeith Graham, Ted Fox family in memory of Jarene Fox and William Fox, and Norma Viele in memory of Norman Brown and Jim and Lois Lightner, Joan and Homer Winegar also donated in memory of Edsel Page, Tony Carpenter, Dick Weiler, Phil LaFleur, Paul Williams, Joe Gorodenski, Leon Goris, Sharlot Sours, Bea Bowen and Lois Lightner, Tom and Liza Brott in memory of Jarene Fox. Additional donations have been received from Sallea Tisch, Paul Housler, Clare J. Taber, Nianne Jarrard and Melva Turner, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Knuth, Hastings City Bank, Alvin and . Susie Butler in honor of Bob and Helen Butler, Daryl and Kay Hartzler, Bill and Bonnie Maker in memory of Gaylord Gould. The scholaship foundation is a tax exempt charitable foundation. For more infor­ mation or to make contribu­ tions, write to P.O. 715 Nashville; Mich. 49073. Year to remember, continued from page 8 a first place team performance at the SMAA track meet. At the State finals, the Lions had a number of solid efforts. Troy Sloan was eighth in the Division in 200-meters (26.63), the boys 800-meter relay was eighth (45.19), Becky Wilson was fourth in the girls' pole vault (9-7) and Brieann Treloar was seventh in the high jump (5-DWilson, along with runner Ryan Emerick, were also selected as two of Maple Valley's top senior athletes in the 1999-2000 school year. The summer track program, run by Jerry Sessions, once again brought kids of all ages together for fun and healthy activity in 2000, finishing with the Meet of Champions in July. In golf, Brian Burt was the best in the SMAA with a stroke average of 40.6. He, like a few other Lions' athletes, also earned All­ Barry County acclaim. The new soccer team also was in uniform. During the fall season, the Lions' hooters collected a few wins, points and plenty of smiles. The regular season football campaign began in late August and by the time it was over the Maple Valley Lions had posted a perfect 9-0 mark. It was third year in the past four that Valley had gone undefeated in the regular season. But the terrific season was halted in the first round of the post­ season playoffs as Hopkins booted a last-second field goal to beat the Lions 25­ 22. Head football coach Guenther Mittelstaedt was recognized by his peers for the banner season, being selected as a Region 8 Regional Coach ofthe Year. New athletic director, Mike Sparks, came on board at the high school, new coaches (such as varsity basketball coach Jeff Webb) took their spots on the sidelines and new weight room equipment was purchased to make the Lions' athletes bigger, stronger and quicker. As the winter season began, more feats have come the Lions' way. Rhoades has already collected the 100th win of his prep wrestling career, while his teammate, Randy Silsbee is soon to collect his 100th mat triumph. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 & The Dog House ® ® Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology (tr t. lu • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery - Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer For You and Your Family For Your Community For Generations to Come Philanthropy can accomplish many purposes. You have the ability to strengthen your community, preserve cultural resources, assist the disadvantaged - and benefit yourselfand your family as well. When people want to make a charitable gift, the most common option is to make a donation to a public charity. These organizations serve education, the arts, health services and a broad range of causes. To establish and fulfill a long-term charitable giving program that can provide lasting impact, individuals, families and businesses have two basic alternatives: A community foundation manages individual gifts and bequests as an endowed pool of assets, distributing grants to a wide variety of organiza­ tions that enhance and support the quality of life in the community A vol­ unteer board of community members like yourself, directly accountable to donors and the community, oversees each foundation’s administration and distribution of funds. • PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS are inde­ Giving through a community foundation can help you: pendent charities established, controlled and maintained over time by a donor. • achieve your philanthropic objectives • COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS are public charities built by thousands of individuals, families and businesses that care about their communities. • improve your community • maximize the tax benefits that charitable donations can provide When you give to your local community foundation it will give you the satisfaction of knowing that your concern for your community will have an impact in making it a better place for years to come. The Barry Community Foundation can work with you, your attorney and financial advisor to help structure what philanthropic options will work best for you. ommunity oundation P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-0526 • Fax: 616-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org �A year to remember for local sports fans W #•**• •• Jacob Oai» wipoai aampabbon. but •ate imafly froontM by MapMba b» the ***** * 1|1| Chicken Breast | Chicken Breast || 0* e e A I; AO Pork Chops It' ij on J Loin Roast "aS'I*9 y^UX Pork Ribs y4 a Picnic Ham qqJ Jmm h II Ice Cream Sherbet $ I09 J f9 f9no no BB os os AA mm *z*7 Cottage 2 ■■■ Compbell’s Soup]: up]: ]: "* < «4rip, Omm *fee— «4 WbOhoMMi MMi IWl 89* • ■. ('{or Cinnamon a/emi hhi n « Toast Crunch 5 ji 9— an 2-1/2 Dozen Eggs > 2 6> $4 9 soft Margarine 89* Vermontville Grocery ,5so � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-01-09.pdf dabd42bdb745bcb6a8401a13cc4d00c7 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) MSnKSFVMJCUMMV Website: jadnews.com £iiy£ng Vol. 129-No. 2/January 9, 2001 First baby of new year arrives just after midnight by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Emily Mater wasn't due to deliver her baby for an­ other week, but little Jared Lee had his own timetable for his arrival, at 12:44 a.m. Monday, Jan. 1, mak­ ing him the first baby of the new year in Barry County. Emily, and father Joe of Nashville said they had of­ ten joked with their physi­ cian, Dr. C. Richard Bar­ nett in Hastings, that they might have the New Year's baby. "Every time we saw him ing them, and then it was we joked about the possi­ like, whoa, they are three bility," Emily said. minutes apart," she Emily said Jared did not laughed. give too much warning of Joe said they rushed into his impending arrival. the car and drove on into "We were at my mom's Hastings. "We were lucky house, and I noticed I was the roads were pretty having contractions, but clear," he said. they were pretty far apartBig sister Abigail, 22 like ten minutes. The boys months, stayed with Emiwere playing Playstation and we were talking and See new baby, pg. 3 watching the kids. We planned on a pretty easy Emily and Joe Mater going night," said Emily. with Jared Lee, the first "At about eleven, I thought baby born in the new year maybe we should start tim- in Barry County. Claims alcohol turned him into ‘Mr, Hyde’ Former Nashville cop gets 2 1/2 years in prison by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer The defense attorney for former Nashville police of­ ficer Terrence Wayne Johnson said last week that his client turned into "Mr. Hyde" the night he got drunk and broke into the house of a sleeping Nashville family. Johnson, 29, had a bod­ ily alcohol content of at least .14 percent that night as he fought with and bit the father, then fought with a fellow police officer while spraying both vic­ tims with pepper spray last April 20. In Barry County Circuit Court Thursday, Johnson was ordered by Circuit Judge James Fisher to spend at least 2 1/2 to a maximum of 15 years in prison on his conviction of second degree home inva­ sion. He was also sentenced to serve 16 months in prison concurrently for us­ ing a self-defense spray device as a weapon. "The story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a tale of the duality of human be­ ings," said Dutcher in de­ fense of Johnson who pleaded guilty to both charges. "He drank a large amount of alcohol, be­ came his own Mr. Hyde and did something regret­ table." At his Circuit Court ar­ raignment Dec. 5, Johnson admitted he entered the home of Ray Whitaker, Kathy Paxton and their three children at 3:25 a.m. through an unlocked door and took a laptop com­ puter. He also allegedly en­ tered their Pontiac van and took a cellular telephone and a radar detector. And, Described by his attorney as a “Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde," Terry Johnson claimed an alcohol problem led to his conviction of second degree home invasion. In better times, police sergeant Terry Johnson, right, accepts a certificate of a appreciation for his four years, of service tpthQ village of,Nashville after accepting a job with the Eaton County Sheriff's Department: he was accused of taking a radar detector from a nearby semi-truck. Two counts of breaking and entering a vehicle to steal property were dis­ missed, along with one count each of assault and battery, breaking and en­ tering a building with in­ tent and using a self-de­ fense spray device as a dangerous weapon. The more serious charge of first degree home inva­ sion, which carries a max­ imum penalty of 20 years in prison, was reduced to second degree home inva­ sion. "It appears the defendant has admitted he's an alco­ holic and that was a sub­ stantial factor in those •crimes," said Assistant Prosecutor Jeffrey Cruz. indicated in her report that "That doesn't excuse the his claim of alcoholism is fact of the impact on the -"conjured up." "I don't think that's true," community and Ms. Pax­ ton and her family. I can't said Dutcher. "Mr. Johnson think of anything more has said to me, Tm going frightening than to find an to prison with a positive armed man, an assailant in attitude and I will pay for the home and then to find what I did.' He probably out he's a police officer doesn't understand why his who then attacks a fellow Dr. Jekyll became Mr. Hyde.'" police officer." Whitaker, Paxton and But according to Dutcher, Johnson is other­ the children were asleep in wise a law abiding citizen the home when Paxton with a clear record. discovered that someone "He was a respected po­ else was in the house as lice officer, he was highly she noticed lights flashing thought of in the commu­ downstairs. After realizing it was a nity, he worked with kids in the schools and had a flashlight, she woke up flawless record," said Whitaker and told him she Dutcher to Fisher. "You believed someone was won't hear him ask anyone breaking in downstairs. "They both went down­ to excuse his actions." Dutcher claimed that stairs to check and she "the papers will play up called 911," police rethe fact that he's a police ported. Whitaker said he picked officer and that 'he com­ mitted this terrible crime,"' up a chair and walked to he said. "We all have a the downstairs bedroom dark side. Some of us have asking two times, "Who's yet to see our dark side. there?" As he used the chair to For Mr. Johnson, it came start pushing the bedroom out with alcohol." The attorney noted, door open, "a guy jumped however, that Johnson's See cop sentenced, pg. 2 presentence investigator In This Issue Snow brings havoc on Nashville, Vermontville villages Lions roar to easy win over Broncos 79-25 • Lions mop up Shamrocks 87-45 • Vandals destroy holiday decorations in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 9, 2001 - Page 2 Cop sentenced, continued from front page "He tried to gain control ance, 'its my former part­ of the subject on the bot­ ner,'" Whitaker said. "And tom, thinking he was the Johnson came back in and perpetrator," police re­ asked if she was all right ported. "As he grabbed an and said he was here to arm, he was hit with a protect her. He came in as dose of pepper spray. As if he were a cop." Paxton and Whitaker he turned his head to the side, he identified him as said Johnson never identi­ fied himself as a police of­ Terry Johnson." Whitaker said Gutschke ficer during the struggle or and Johnson.’ contintted; to gjjor to the arrival of po­ struggle oiltside the r resi­ nce. dence. > Johnson, also- suffering "When the police officer ~ from the effects of the came in, he told my fi- pepper spray, allegedly told Gutschke he had chased a suspect into the residence who had al­ legedly been caught by Johnson standing inside his State Street residence, a The Place to Go for Professional Styling story which turned out to MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN be false. Whitaker suspected HAIR STYLING Johnson entered his home Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road twice, because the items 1'517'852'9481 missing from his house were allegedly located in­ side Johnson’s apartment. out from behind the door and started spraying pep­ per spray." Whitaker grabbed the suspect and they began to wrestle on the living room floor and as he tried to get the pepper spray away from the intruder, Johnson bit his finger, causing it to bleed. Nashville Police Officer William Gutschke arrived during the struggle be­ tween Whitaker and John­ son, police said. We have “No Problem saving you money hen you insure both your’ car and home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you m< >ney! Stop in, Or call us today for a “No Problem” J; .. insurance check-upr ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Tkt No Prttfi/rn fkopte* TRUMBLE 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 "There was a 35 mm camera and a camcorder here, too, and I think he might have been coming back for them," said Whitaker. Johnson allegedly ex­ plained to police that he had been to a Battle Greek comedy club where he drank with friends who then drove him home. "I think with counseling for his alcoholism, he'll have a handle on this prob­ lem," said Dutcher. "He's going to prison with a heavy heart and an open mind. When he gets out, we'll see him take positive steps to help others so al­ cohol doesn't ruin their lives." After his arrest, Johnson took a voluntary, unpaid suspension from the Eaton County Sheriffs Depart­ ment where he had been employed as a probation­ ary deputy. He later re­ signed. Johnson is also the for-’ mer chief of the Freeport Police Department, resign­ ing from that job and from the Village of Nashville Police Department in Jan­ uary to accept the Eaton County Sheriffs deputy position. Johnson also worked part time in the corrections di­ vision at the Barry County Sheriffs Department and was a guest speaker at a 1999 Mothers Against Drunk Driving candlelight vigil on the steps of the Barry County. Courthouse where he read the names of victims of drunk driving crashes. "My crime was defi­ nitely wrong," said John­ son in court. "There's no justification for it. I blame myself and an apology to the victims seems even less now. I make an ex­ tremely apologetic sorry for what I did. I will do all I can to make this right." Paxton also attended the hearing, and reiterated her comments from an August Former Nashville police sergeant and Eaton County Sheriff's Deputy Terry Johnson, left, is led out of the Barry County Courthouse Thursday after being sen­ tenced to 2 1/2 years to 15 years in prison. sentencing where Johnson withdrew his guilty plea after learning Fisher would deviate from the plea agreement for one year in jail and send him to prison for five to 10 years. "I still feel what I said before," said Paxton. "My kids are still upset over this." It is very perplexing to all of us, Mr. Johnson," said Fisher. "Maybe Mr. Dutcher's explanation is correct because I can't un­ derstand what you did and all of the police officers in this county can't under­ stand it." Fisher reminded Johnson that he had been sworn to protect society. "Your behavior is just bizarre," Fisher continued before handing down his sentence. "If that indeed is the explanation, I hope you can find the answer to it. You've led an exem­ plary life otherwise. You had never been in trouble at all. "On the other hand, the violation of the public trust by a police officer would maybe be tolerated by someone else, but it won't be tolerated by me," Fisher continued. "I think you understand you have a penalty to pay and I don't think anybody will be sat­ isfied until you do." While his family watched, Johnson was led from the courtroom by Barry County Sheriff's Deputy Don Nevins. "This is one person in the Michigan Department of Corrections who will have the right attitude," said Dutcher. "He'll have the Dr. Jekyll personality everyone knew and he'lji use his time to take care of the demons." For Rent FOR RENT: NASHVILLE. Spacious 4 bedroom home, garage, references required. $625/month plus deposit. (517)453-4926. NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ room house with attached garage. Also, 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-9386 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 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON 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) 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. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER 301 Fuller St., Nashville 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-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 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Fellowship Time After Worship CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH . Phone: (517) 852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... ....... 11a.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 METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service .... ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Service..... ................ 7 Wed. Service ... .........7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 am. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville 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 Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardl 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. ,3 p.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 9, 2001 - Page 3 Richard O. Durham NASHVILLE - Richard O. Durham, age 72, of Nash­ ville died Friday, Jan. 5, 2001 at his residence in Nashville. Mr. Durham was born on Dec. 18, 1928 in Battle Creek Township, the son of Orin and Mabel (Stanton) Durham. He was raised in the Battle Creek area and attended local schools, graduating in 1948 from Battle High Creek Lakeview School. He was married to Joyce Peet in 1970, resulting in divorce in 1971. He then married Ruth Craven on March 1979. He was employed at American Fire Apparatus Co. from 1953 to 1957, Kellogg Co. from 1957 to 1967, and Cement Mason Local No. 16 O.P. & C.M.I.A., 1957 to 1991, upon retirement. He also farmed from 1946 to 1960 and again 1975 to 1990. Mr. Durham enjoyed bowling, golf, hunting, fishing, camping, and auto rac- ing. He enjoyed spending winters in Arizona. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Durham of Nashville; sons, Rick (Sharon) Craven of Nashville and Earl (Stephanie) Craven of Hastings; daughter, Angela (Larry) Smith of Lake Odessa; stepson, Charles (Lois) Peet of Battle Creek; stepdaughter, Debbie McKinney of Battle Creek; sisters, Beatrice Perry formerly of Arizona and Jeanette Edgell of Sherwood, MI; eight grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three broth­ ers, and two sisters. Services were held Monday, Jan. 8, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Rev. Al Mettler officiated. Burial was at Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville, MI. Max £. Eldred NASHVILLE - Max L. Eldred, 72, of Nashville died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2001 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mr. Eldred was bom on Nov. I, 1928 in Climax, Ml, the son of Roy and Lydia (McPeck) Eldred. He was raised in Climax and Orangeville area. He was married to Verla Janose on Oct. 26, 1948 in Hastings, Ml. He operated the Family Dairy/Crop farm in Nashville, for over 40 years. In 1983 he and his son Robert started Eldred Auto Body as a father/son partnership. Mr. Eldred enjoyed working closely with his son and remained active in the business. He is survived by his wife, Verla (Janose) Eldred, Nash-ville; daughter, Diana (Dave) Kuempel, Nashville, Carol (John) Pierce, Delton; son, Robert (fiance Ann Cheeseman), Nashville; sis­ ter-in-law Margret Eldred, Martin; four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Lydia Eldred; brother, Lynndon Eldred and sister, Irene Tadlock. Services were held Saturday, Jan. 6, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel. Rev. Gail Patterson officiated. Burial was at Barryville Cemetery, Castleton Township, Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were being made by Maple Valley Chapel. Grace E. Whitehair NASHVILLE - Mrs. Grace E. Whitehair, 93, of Nashville, died Friday, Jan. 5, 2001 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mrs. Whitehair was bom on June 29, 1907 in Nashville, MI, the daughter of Pearl and Ethel (Appleman) Staup. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended schools there. She was married to Richard Whitehair on Aug. 30, 1956 at Fairmont, West Virginia. Mrs. Whitehair was a homemaker and lifelong res­ ident of the Nashville area. She was a lifetime member of the Ladies Aux. Post 8260, enjoyed bowling, dancing, bird watching, playing cards and Yahtzee and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Richard Whitehair; sons, Tom Heney and James (Sue) Heney; daughter, Mary Alice Montgomery; sister, Octa M. Foss; nine grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by brothers, Merle Staup, Vern Staup, Fay Staup, Edgar Staup, LeRoy Staup. Public visitation will be 11 a.m, Tuesday, Jan. 9, at the funeral home. Services will be held 1 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2001 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Burial will be at at Lakeview Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by The Maple Valley Chapel. New baby, from front page ly’s parents, Alvin and Susie Butler. Susie, who was last years Barry County Homemaker of the Year, and state runner-up, said the whole family is excited. This is her fourth grandchild, and Joe's par­ ents, John and Lucy Mater’s, 15th grandchild. "We are all excited, he is very special and his sis­ ter likes him too," she said Wednesday. This labor was much faster than Abigail's, said Emily. "I was in labor 7 to eight hours last time and this time we had barely gotten to the hospital and he came," she said. All 7 lbs. 2 oz. of Jared came so fast, she said, she did the labor drug free. "When we got here I wanted some pain relief, but it all just happened too quickly," she said. Emily said both she and Joe were happy that he was a boy, as they did not know the gender of either of their children before they were bom. But the most important thing, they both agree, was that he was healthy and arrived safely. Little Jared was bom a week early, and in fact Emily had a scheduled maternity doctor's ap­ pointment this week. "He had his own timetable," said Emily. Joe is a crop farmer in Nashville, and Emily taught for three years at Barry County Christian School before staying home to care for Abigail. "I have occasionally substitute taught," Emily said. "I don't think I'll be doing that for a while now. I think I'll have my hands full," she laughed. Emily said that sister Abigail received a baby doll with its own carriage for Christmas and that they talked about the new baby who would join the family. "She is still a bit young (to understand)" said Emily. "She has been here (up at the hospital) to see him and she was thrilled." Joe said though it is fun to have the first baby of the new year, "It doesn't make any difference. We are just happy to have a healthy baby boy." The family will receive several gifts from Hastings area business' including a $25 gift certificates from Plumb's Valu Rite Foods, Cinder Hallmark, and Penn-Nook Gift Shop, a one year subscription to the Hastings Banner, a haircut and hot oil mani­ cure from Mary's Hair and Nails, a $15 gift certificate to the Mexican Connex­ ion, a vaporizer from Bosley Pharmacy, the first month of baby diapers from Felpausch, a gift certificate to Barlow Florist and Barlow Christian Bookstore, a McDonald's $10 gift certificate, and a mini-cedar chest from Miller's Carpet and Furni­ ture. Automotive Card of Thanks Mobile Homes '87 CHEVY 3/4 ton 4x4 with 7-1/2 ft. Western Pro-Plow. Everything works great, new engine & 400 turbo transmis­ sion. Too many new parts to list, $7,500 with plow. Call 948-8046 days & ask for Johnny or nights (517)852­ 1650 & leave a message. CARD OF THANKS We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all of our family, friends, neighbors and the total strangers who have helped us since our December 16th house fire. We are grateful for the fast response of the Vermontville & Nashville Fire Depart­ ments. We have been over­ whelmed by the donations of clothing, food, Christmas gifts-and monetary contributions dropped off, mailed and put into the collection canisters. Many ofyou we know personally, many we do not know at all and many have given anonymously. Whoever you are, we want each and every one ofyou to know how much we appreciate your kindness and gen­ erosity during this difficult time. God bless you all! -The Ward FamilyKeith, Diane, Lacey, & Clifton. ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 BLACK 1998 GRAND Am GT: 1 owner, excellent con­ dition inside & out. Power everything, sunroof & CD player. Grey interior, 86,000 miles, $9,795. (616)891-7874 Business Services ABC BODY SHOP-SERV­ ING the area for 5 years. State certified in collision. Work with all insurance companys. Fast personal service. Tired of waiting call (517)726-0955 for appointment and free estimate. BRENDA'S SEWING COR­ NER: Nashville. Bridal, eve­ ning, general sewing, & al­ terations. Phone (517)852­ 9347. ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Real Estate GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Child Care LICENSED DAYCARE HOME has limited 1st shift openings. This is a safe, lov­ ing & fun family environ­ ment. FIA accepted & food program provided. Conven­ iently located off M-79 be­ tween Nashville & Hastings. MV schools, phone Lisa att (517)852-0387. License #DF080095026 The Election is Over... We have a President! But have you registeredfor Spring Classes yet? Orientation Dates; Wed., Jan. 10 10:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m. \ Dies., Jan. 16 5:00 ‘8:30 pm !UUM II III qI ygg / V C We have a variety of classes to choose from, focusing on business, computers, and the liberal arts and sciences. Spring Semester starts on January 16,2001, so reserve your place in class NOW! 616-948-9500 Don Vforget to check us out at www.kellogg.cc.mLus. �The Maple Valley News, Nashvile, Tuesday, January 9, 2001 - Page 4 Snow wreaks havoc on Nashville, Vermontville Police Chief Garry Barnes wants people in the community to be reminded of safety issues in regards to the heavy snow fall recently. People should be especially careful of falling ice and snow during thaws such as the one last Friday. The Dog House & * & Pet Grooming ■ tJ -J Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands _________ Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Groomer by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Winter snow conditions have given cause for sev­ eral community depart­ ment heads to issue warn­ ings in Nashville and Vermontville. Snow has continued to fall in the area and has set records. Many in the area say they have not seen this much snowfall in many years and village depart­ ments in Vermontville and Nashville are working ex­ tremely hard to keep things running smoothly. Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes said he re­ cently considered declar­ ing a snow emergency re­ cently due to the fact that people have continued parking on village streets at night making plowing tough. "There is no parking in the village streets from 2 to 6 a.m..... it makes snow removal much harder for the guys because they have to plow around the vehicles and come back and do it again," Barnes said. "We have been working very hard with the De­ partment of Public Works, we have had some cars removed from the village parking lots and have been issuing citations to those that continue to park on the streets." Barnes said he has not heard of any roof cave-ins _f_ro_m the snow but that re­ mains a concern along with falling ice and snow from rooftops. Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker has been working hard to keep the Nashville streets clear of snow. Department of Public Works workers Paul France (left) and Darrell Clements work to clear the village hall roof of ice last week. Shirley Gardner, owner of Shirley's Chuckwagon, called the DPW last Fri­ day and had them barri­ cade the sidewalk next to her restaurant for fear that falling ice or snow might hurt someone. "It's just terrible, its hanging off the side of the roof and especially with the melting we just did not want cars damaged or anyone hurt. We asked them to rope off the side­ walk and are getting it cleared off the roof today," she said. Village roofs were busy being cleared off Friday by DPW workers Paul France and Darrell Clements. Director of the DPW Scott Decker asked people in the village to remember to clear the sidewalks in front of their homes. "There are too many kids walking in the street and its just not safe," he said. By village ordinance, homeowners must clear their sidewalks or may be cited and then charged by the village for clearing it for them. Decker said the DPW also was unable to read water meters in December due to the heavy snowfall and will be reading them this month. He asked that people clear them off. Monte O'Dell, of the Vermontville Department of Public Works, asked that people keep their fire hydrants cleared off. Vermontville Village President Sue Villanueva said at the meeting last Thursday the DPW should be commended for their fine job at keeping the roads clear. "They are doing an ex­ cellent job," she told the council. She said people have approached her in the gro­ cery store and other places to say how they were im­ pressed with the way the village roads looked. "I know we are running out of places for the snow... I just commend the guys Continued next page FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Armstrong Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 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, January 9, 2001 - Page 5 Vermontville council may buy snow removal machine Shirley Gardner, who owns Shirley's Chuckwagon Restaurant in Nashville, called the Department of Public Works and had the sidewalk barricaded off last Friday for fear of snow and ice falling from her roof and hurting someone or damaging a car. From previous page they have had a lot of ex­ tra work," she said. The council also talked about keeping sidewalks clear (see Vermontville council story in this issue.) School was canceled for the fourth time this winter last Friday. Superintendent Clark Volz said the state allows for two days, and the other two may have to be added onto the school year. "If it's a terrible winter, sometimes the state will make concessions on the days, but we are not count­ ing on it," he said. "We have to look at how it goes for the rest of the year to determine that." "We have just had a lof of snowfall already this year... safety is our top pri­ ority." Volz said school was canceled Friday because many back roads were drifted shut. "The transportation de­ partment checks the high­ ways around 4:30 a.m., and we also rely on weather reports, other area school districts and other .factors (when making a decision to cancel school.)" "We weigh the ability of buses to get through but also look at the level of safety moving throughout the routes," he added. "If it's very cold — like with 1427 a wind chill of 30 degrees below we will cancel also because it is just too cold and it's dangerous to have kids out in that weather." Volz said a couple of busses have gotten stuck on snow covered roads this year but nothing serious. "Our drivers do an excel­ lent job, they are very cau­ tious and are very careful... they are in constant con­ tact with other drivers and central dispatch." Volz said if a bus is stuck and the students are in any perceived danger a back up bus is sent and the kids are transferred to that bus. The buses are then pulled out by support vehi­ cles. "It's been a real drain on our snow plows," he said. "The crew has been doing a great job with the plows they are very old and we are replacing one truck unit with a more powerful and reliable vehicle." Volz reminded parents of the importance of keep­ ing up to date information in children's files for the school to contact in case of an early closing. "It's great for parents to give back up contacts or other family members for early dismissal- it helps us know a child especially the younger ones- are go­ ing to a safe place. Our drivers like to make visual contact with some when We’re Not Just a Grain Elevator We have: • Bulk Garden Seed - In-Stock • Buckeye Horse Feeds • Land-O-Lakes Animal Feeds • Buckeye Dog & Cat Foods • • Bird Seed • Softener Salt • Adult & Kids’ Rubber Boots • Assorted Gloves • Bagged Fertilizers PLUS — Drive-thru Service Caledonia Farmer’s Elevator Lake Odessa Branch 616-374-8061 they are dropping them off and if they think the house is empty they will bring the child back with them while we work on finding someone to care for the child." Volz said thankfully, this does not happen very often. Volz said all school cancellations are called into the local radio sta­ tions and major news net­ works. "We have had a lot of snow fall, and we are tak­ ing precautions because of it, however out crews and our drivers are doing an excellent job," he said. Putnam District Library raises $250 in holiday bazaar by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Putnam District Li­ brary raised $250 toward its exterior painting fund from the holiday gift giv­ ing bazaar. Gay Goodnoe of the li­ brary board said the fund­ raiser went well. Nichole Phenix won the first prize, which was a Boyd's Collectible Doll, donated by Something Special by Kathy. Becky Smith won a Deluxe Avon lap reader, Dorthy Priddy won a bird house donated from Pig in the Poke, and Ardice Robotham won a Avon collectible snowman. The library also had an afghan donated to be given away in an unrelated event. Patrons of the li­ brary could make a dona­ tion and put their names in a can to win it, or could just enter their names. Goodnoe said LaDuska Sheldon won the afghan. "We are still accepting donations to help with re­ pairs to the library," said Goodnoe. The library needs some work done on its structure, porch, window shutters and needs to be repainted. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville will look into purchasing a snow removal machine for the sidewalks because of the heavy snowfall, it was de­ cided at last week's Vil­ lage Council meeting. Village President Sue Villanueva said she had read the letter to the editor in a past issue of the Maple Valley News about bow a student had to walk in the streets to get to school. "The owners have to re­ move the snow," she said. "We used to have a little tractor to clear it for those that couldn't." Monte O'Dell of the De­ partment of Public Works said they don’t have a ma­ chine that can do it this year. "What if we got a lawn mower attachment?" asked Villanueva. "I'd rather invest more into what we have," O'Dell said. He said he had seen the machines that the village would need, that plow four feet wide and are tall and narrow. He said the village would need to hire some­ one to get out and plow the sidewalks while the department was plowing the streets, right when it snows. Well, it wouldn't hurt to look into it because we might not have snow like this for many years, but then again maybe we will," she said. Council member Doug Kelsey said, "We need to look at it and start budget­ ing it out." "Maybe we could work it out of this year's budget. I don't know if we could but we can try," said Vil­ lanueva. In other business the council: * Heard from Villanueva ’ that she had heard many compliments on how the DPW is keeping the streets clear of snow. "They are doing an ex­ cellent job," she said. "I know they have a lot of extra work with the water main leaks and all.” Dec. 30 there was a sec­ ond water main leak this winter in Vermontville. O'Dell said the tempera­ ture that day was 20 to 30 degrees below zero and that might have had something to do with it. "That might have had something to do with it or not, I don't know... it hap­ pened at 10 a.m. and it affected the pressure for everything west of Sherman Street. This was the sec­ ond one this year and we had it fixed by 4 p.m.," he said. • Heard from O'Dell that the next zoning advisory committee meeting will be Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Opera House. The public is welcome to attend. The committee is in the early stages of cre­ ating a master plan for the village. Men’s community breakfast planned The Vermontville United Methodist Men's Group will be hostt for its monthly community breakfast on Saturday, Jan. 13, from 7 to 10 a.m. The menu will includea choice of eggs (any style), pancakes, French toast, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. Also included will be orange juice, coffee, tea or milk. TAXES • TAXES Cost of the meal is a good will offering. Senior citizens' lunch planned Vermontville area senior citizens will meet for a noon lunch Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Those planning to attend are asked to bring a dish to pass. • TAXES • TAXES " RL Hill Tax Service w A g m Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business 0 III g m NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad < cmo .— Cal.l. 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience a TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY ■L Real Estate L M 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HWIS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.......................*..................................................Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate). 852-5066 COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof & furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) •£' 495 >111 5M ss IN NASHVI NASHVILLE 9L L i E 2 story, vinyl side*. 9i«hr4K win indows, 3 KBiwfl wl 1 ”«td ds BE YOUR OWN BOSS! atttAKB^llHediate possession! Thriving small town cafe, many $ 4W900nLal I Jerry. (N-114) recent updates make this a great opportunity!! Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra Income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to* own your own busi­ ness. (V-113) VACANT LAND Com Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 4.7 ACRES - IN VERMONTVILLE VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, I 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "Tudor" style exterior, open Some parcels are "wooded" range floor plan, den w/fireplace, first in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres floor laundry, back yard nicely all are perk tested. Call Horner for landscaped w/waterfalls. more details. (VL-107/112) Call Jerry. (V-104) Water & sewer available. Call Nyle. (VL-115) 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE - Perked & surveyed, ideal for manufactured home. Some trees, dose to town. All this for just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 9, 2001 - Page 6 Lions roar to easy win versus Broncos Casey VanEngen (30) and Devin Phenix (12) surround a Bronco as he attempts to get to the hole. (Photo by Perry Hardin) All 12 Maple Valley players scored and none tallied more than 12 points as a balanced scoring attack helped the Lions crush SMAA rival Bellevue last Friday 79*25. at Maple Valley High School. The victory was Maple Valley's third in its four games and gave first-year head coach Jeff Webb a victory against a program he mentored at for three seasons. "It's not a game you want to lose," stated Webb in a jubilant lockeroom following the game. After falling behind 2-0, the Lions raced out to a 21­ 2 at the end of the first quarter and continued their assault on the Broncos the rest ofthe way. Playing what could be described as 32 minutes of intense basketball on both VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING DATES FOR 2001 January 4, 2001 March 8 May 3 July 12 September 6 November 1 February 8 April 5 June 7 August 2 October 4 December 6 Devin Phenix (12) releases a hook shot, in the lane, during Maple Valley's KVA big win over Bellevue. (Photo by Perry Hardin) ends of the floor, Maple Valley forced Bellevue (0-3, 1-3) into 29 turnovers and shot 65 percent (40-of-62) from the floor. On two point field goals alone, the Lions (3-1, 1-1) connected for 70 percent (38-of-54). "We played great defense," Webb said. "We've been working on playing with intensity for four quarters." Maple Valley's lead was 49-14 at the half and 65-20 after three quarters. For the Lions, John Terberg scored 12 points, Eric Goris 8, Mike Hamilton 8, Darin Thrun 8, Justin Sealy 7, Jeremy Wiser 7, Adam Watson 6, Devin Phenix 6, Nick Jones 6, Mike Himeiss 5, Casey VanEngen 4 and Kyle Lackscheide 2. "Just a balanced scoring attack," Webb said. "We just go out there and tire other teams out." For the Broncos, Brad Lake tallied 10 markers. No other Bellevue player had more than 4 points. Terberg scored 6 ofhis 12 points in the first quarter as FOR SALE Maple Valley Schools is accepting bids on two used buses which are described as follows: • 1985 international Chassis Model $-1800; 25,000# GVWR • 9.0 liter diesel engine (V-8) • Five speed standard transmission • 4-wheel hydraulic disk brakes • Carpenter body - 65 passenger • 85-A has 157, 798 miles • 85-B has 139,445 miles Bids will be received until February 1, 2001. All bids are to be clearly marked bus bid and sent to Clark Volz, Superintendent of Schools, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096. The board will act upon the bids at their regular meeting to be held February 12, 2001. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and is not bound to accept the low bid. Buses may be inspected at our bus garage by contacting Pat Powers at 517-852-9421. Maple Valley went inside early. Not only was Terberg causing Bellevue frustration down low during the opening eight minutes, but so was Goris who also added 6 points in the frame. "I thought we could take advantage of them down low," Webb said. "Then, they collapsed and that left it open outside." Maple Valley scored the first 12 points of the second quarter (33-2) before Bellevue rattled off the next 6 points. Highlights for the home team included a longrange jumper by Thrun that made it 29-2 at 6:17 and a trifecta from Himeiss with 2:18 to play that made it a Maple Valley's Darin Thrun (22) drives baseline en route to another Lions score. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 43-11 ballgame. Substituting often, Maple Valley continued to succeed in the second half. Goris opened the third quarter with an easy hoop inside at 7:30 (51-15) and a running clock soon followed for the rest of the game. In prep hoops, if a team is leading by 40 points or more, the clock runs non-stop besides timeouts. Maple Valley's last three-ball from Nick Jones came shortly after Goris' score (54-15). The game fittingly concluded with a block by Wiser with 12 seconds to play. Maple Valley's dominance was found in just about every aspect of the game. Jones dished out 6 assists, Watson 4 assists and Goris managed 5 steals and 5 rebounds. Webb also said that Thrun "played a nice floor game." "We're getting better," Webb said. "Obviously, it's early, yet tonight is a good sign of things to come." Maple Valley's varsity played a rescheduled game against Morrice last Saturday. This week, the Lions, host Potterville Tuesday (Jan. 9) and travel to Dansville Friday (Jan. 12). In the junior varsity contest Friday, Maple Valley defeated Bellevue 78­ 45. EWING Vermontville has 5th WELL Christmas in the Village DRILLING The fifth annual butions. Door prize donors INC. “Christmas in the Village” were Vermontville Hard­ celebration took place in Vermontville as Santa arrived at the Opera House Dec. 15, to a waiting crowd of about 40 children. Santa passed out goodie bags to all children and par­ ents browsed and purchased hand made ornaments and Christmas treats made by area Girl Scout troops. Hot cocoa and candy canes were enjoyed by everyone. Door prize drawings for children and adults were held every five minutes and kept every­ one on their toes waiting for their name to be called. “Christmas in the Village” is hosted by Vermontville Girl Scouts, and is made possible each year by contri­ butions from area businesses and service organizations. This year’s sponsors were Vermontville Lions Club, Vermontville Women’s Club, United Methodist Wo­ men and Nancy’s Beauty Salon for monetary contri- ware, Country Crossroads, Hamlins Quik Mart, Ken’s Standard Service, Kenyon’s sales and Service, and Independent Bank. The “Christmas in the Village” committee will also hold an Easter egg hunt in the spring. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. KELLY FUELS IS now accepting applications for cashiers and stackers. Cash­ iers must be 18 years or old­ er. Wages based on experience. Pick up applications at Total Station, 495 E. Main, Vermontville. 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 Pip • 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 9, 2001 — Page 7 ions mop up Shamrocks, 87-45 VERMONTVILLE — Midway through the third quarter last Tuesday, a damp spot on the Maple Valley High School gymnasium floor forced Principal Todd Gonser to go chasing for a mop, delaying the action for a couple of minutes. It seemed quite symbolic, as the Maple Valley Lions certainly mopped up on its basketball competition, as Portland St. Patrick absorbed an 87-45 defeat. The Lions (2-1) already led 51-32 at halftime and then added to their advantage in the third quarter by outscoring the Shamrocks 17-4 during that eight minute span. Maple Valley's winning style combined pushing the ball on offense and pressing their hardcourt foes on the defensive end. "A big part of our game is our defense," said Maple Valley senior forward Adam Watson. "Our offense starts with our defense." First-year Maple Valley varsity coach Jeff Webb says his team likes to play the fast-paced style of ball. "That's what we've been working on during the Christmas break," Webb said. "That's really the style these guys like to play." The fact, though, that his team was able to execute with minimal mistakes shocked Webb to an extent. "You always expect out of the break for it to be a little rocky," Webb said. "It was a nice surprise." Maple Valley, behind 8 points from junior guard Darin Thrun and 7 markers from junior guard Nick Lions spikers beat St. Pat Shamrocks Maple Valley's varsity volleyball team earned its first win of the season Wednesday, Jan. 3 with a 7­ 15, 15-5, 15-7 victory over Portland St. Patrick at Maple Valley. For the Lady Lions, Jenny Mansfield had 3 kills, 11 service points, 5 aces, 3 digs and 2 solo blocks, Camille Wieland had 2 kills and 2 blocks, Krystal Root 6 service points and 10 assists, Amy Dawson 6 service points and 3 aces, and Miranda Farr had 10 service points, 5 aces and 2 digs. Coach Jeff Webb, and members of the Maple Valley team, watch the action on me floor during Tuesday's non-league varsity battle. Jones, jumped out to a 25­ 17 lead after the first quarter, using full court pressure to force Portland (1-4) into a number turnovers that were turned into scores of its own. In the second quarter, the Lions outdid its first quarter scoring barrage by one point (26-25) thanks to 9 markers from senior center Eric Goris, 7 points from Thrun and 6 more scores from Jones. Jones canned four trifectas during the first two quarters and finished with five three balls for the night. In the third stanza, things got even worse for the team in green and white as Maple Valley won out 17-4. Jones' sixth trey at 6:30 made it 54-32 and he followed that with a fallback jumper at 5:48 which increased the Lions' lead to 56-32. Maple Valley closed out a 7-0 run at 5:35 when John Terberg, drove and powered one into the hole to make the score 58-32. Portland's first point of the third quarter came at 4:04 on a free throw by Randy Schafer. All four of Portland's points in the third came from the charity stripe. Maple Valley's mopping continued during the final eight minutes, as reserves and starters continued to provide quality minutes. Thrun received a sweet dish from junior forward Justin Sealy at 5:25 and converted (74-39), senior forward Mike Hamilton made it SO43 at 2:38 ’with another Valley tally, junior forward Devin Phenix passed one off to junior guard Jeremy Wiser at 2:15 to extend the advantage out to 82-45 and Maple Valley's Adam Watson (32) looks to dribble past the defense of St. Pat's Brian Lenneman (42). NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2000 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Jan. 19th & 20th Feb. 9th, 10th, 26th & 27th Any taxes received after Feb. 28, 2001 will be returned to the taxpayer as delinquent. Delinquent taxes can be paid with 4% penally plus interest to Eaton County Treasurer. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 28, 2001 licenses will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment, or by U.S. Mail. Thank You Robert I). Hyvarinen Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt. Hope Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 Phone #517-566-8913 Darin Thrun (22) goes in for a fast break score as the Lions scored often in its hoop win over the Shamrocks. junior guard Mike Himeiss found Wiser for a Lions' field goal at 1:59, making the score 84-45. The final points, fittingly, were tallied by Jones with five seconds remaining. Jones led the Lions with 20 points, Thrun managed 17 and Goris added 11. In total, 11, Maple Valley players scored. Thrun also contributed 5 assists and 4 steals, Jones HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1 ■800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twlllte 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids 5 Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $4.75 with Student ID $5.00 Late Shows Frl 5 Sat Q No peeeee DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills A ,25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View dished out 4 assists and Goris pulled down 8 rebounds. Topping the Shamrocks was Schafer with 17 markers. Reed Street Auto value JOAN RUMSEY The Parts You Want The Value You Expect Auto Value PARTS STORES ...was the winner of the Street Rebel Scooter! 22-Piece Screwdriver Set with Free Tape Measure #6201 SHOWS AND SHOWTIMES GOOD 1/9 * 1/11 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 WHAT WOMEN WANT (PG-13) DIG ITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 1:30, 4:20, 7:00,9:30 CASTAWAY (PG-13)) oicitaustadium st * r i«6 12:50,3:40,6:30,9:20 EMPEROR'S NEW GROOVE (G) 12:10,2:10,4:00, 7:10, 9:00 PROOF OF LIFE (R) 6:40,9:15 102 DALMATIANS (PG) Motor Oil 99c Extra hardened tips 9 standard sizes 5 phillips sizes 5 star bit sizes 3 specialty quart 1008 Reed Street - Nashville, Michigan 517-852-9500 Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 9, 2001 - Page 8 Vandals destroy holiday decorations by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Recent efforts by the Nashville Garden Club to beautify the village have been dampened by vandal­ ism. A member of the garden club, who requested not to be identified, said the club had put up holiday decora­ tions on the bridges on each side of town, put lights up in the gazebo at Central Park, and deco­ rated a newly planted pine tree there. Lights have been snapped and taken out, and red bows have been thrown into the river from The Nashville Garden Club has decorated the gazebo here in Central Park, and other locations for the holidays. for the holidays. Recently, vandals have destroyed some of the decorations and lights. Buy One Get One 1/2 Off ■■ (Does not Include New Line) Lou Konkin Plush MB ^Flowers and Qifts VBBk M 1-888-286-8270 or 852-0313 VSUk i 207 N. Main, Box 410, Nashville Mi MB Hours: 9-5 Monday-Friday; 9-12 Saturda Pork Steak 19 1 the bridge, she said. The woman also said there were witnesses who saw two middle school-aged girls throwing the bows into the river. "It's really a shame," she said. "We are coming up with all these ideas of ways to plant things and beautify the village in the spring and we are wary." She suggested parents talk to their children about the seriousness of vandal­ ism. "Its not the older kids from what we have heard, but the younger ones." Police Chief Garry Barnes said he was not aware of the vandalism, but that perhaps an officer had handled the com­ plaints. He recommended people keeping their eyes "peeled" and to report any suspicious behavior to the department. The Nashville Garden Club will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 12, at Good Time Pizza. The members meet to talk about flower and vegetable gardening and related topics. They welcome new members. Vermontville Grocery has new hours The Vermontville Grocery Store has new winter 2001 hours. They are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 12-4 p.m. Rich Smith (Jr.) says the store is running smoothly, and feedback from the community has been great. Pork Butt Roast Lb. Bareman’s Gallon Gallon Bareman’s Gallon Milk 1/2 Milk Fitti Country Maid 5 qt. Fat Free Milk Diapers Ice cream $019 Callon S/179 Callon Choc, Milk Bareman’s 1/2 Gallon Block Colby or Co-Jack Purex Liquid 128 oz. Country Maid 12 Pack Choc. Milk Cheese $029 Laundry Det ice Cream Sandwich 1/2 Callon Real Fruit Drink - 18.5 oz. 2/$ ________ Sunny Deligh 2-1/2 Dozen Eggs 2 Liter Coke Shaved or Sliced 98% Fat Free Troyer Deli Turkey Nice *N Fluffy 128 oz. Idaho 5 lbs. Fabric Softener Potatoes $109 $099 Betty Crocker 18 oz. Cole 1 lb. Package Cake Mix Carrots * 44c Vermontville Grocery Open 8 am-7 pm Mpn.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-01-16.pdf 77fc37b31cda3ff204e7a1de6f84ab1b PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 3/January 16, 2001 Homeowners may pay for not removing snow by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Home and business owners in Nashville who do not clear their sidewalks might be billed for the village clearing them, the Village Council decided at last week's Business and home owners who do not clear their sidewalks may be charged by the village for doing so. The village council decided to start enforcing the ordinance for keeping them clear, after children have been seen walking in the streets to school. meeting. Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker told the council the snow on the sidewalks is a safety risk. "In the early morning, it’s dark and there are kids walking in the streets, (going to school)" he said. The village has an ordinance that says homeowners and business owners must keep their sidewalks clear. If they do not, the village can give them 48-hour notice, and if they are still not clear, the village can clear them and bill the home owner. If the bill is not paid it is eventually put on the homeowner's tax bill. "We should contact them and tell them they have to do it by village ordinance," said Trustee Mike Beachnau. Trustee Steve Wheeler asked if the police enforced the ordinance. Police Chief Garry Barnes said he could have a part-time officer knock on doors and notify homeowners. "Well something has to be done because we have two more months of winter and a lot of residents have gotten out of the habit of clearing them because we (haven't had to deal with this much snow in years)'' said Trustee Frank Dunahm. "Everyone realizes it's been an exceptional amount of snow and it presents a problem," said Decker. "Well, there is no sense in having an ordinance if we are not going to enforce it," said Trustee Bonnie White. Decker said the department has cleared some of the sidewalks on the highways because it is See snow removal, pg. 2 Schools OK 2 new administrative posts High school secretary Kathy Nickel is presented with a clock for her 16 years with the district before retiring. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education approved two new full-time administra­ tive positions at the meet­ ing last Monday night. They are administration assistant to Director of Transportattion and Opera­ tions Pat Powers, and a district systems accoun­ tant. The transportation assis­ tant salary is set for around $20,000, and the accoun­ tant's position will have a salary range of $27,000 to $39,000. Both positions are full time. In other business at the meeting last week, the board: • Recognized the Parent Teacher Organization by giving members Maple Valley Pride pins. This month the-school board was recognized for National School Board Recognition Month. The school board consists of (back row, from left) Frank Dunham, Wayne Curtis, Tim James, and Dr. David Favre, (front row, from left) Allison Avery, Clark Volz, Superintendent, Dr. Mike, Callton, and Jerry Sessions. Members of the P.T.O. were honored at last week's board meeting by Superintendent Clark Volz. Those honored at the meeting were (from left) Julie Khouri, Dawn Fletcher, Sherry Eldridge, and MaryAnn Curth. The P.T.O. has held nu­ merous fund-raisers that have contributed $20,000 to the Fuller Elementary playground and $13,000 to the Maplewood playground fund. The organization is also purchasing five print­ ers for each elementary building. Superintendent Clark Volz praised the PTO members for their ef­ forts. • Honored retiring high school secretary Kathy Nickel for her 16 years with the district. Nickel was presented with an en­ graved clock. Was honored by Volz for National School Board Recognition Month, for all the time spent trying to better the district. Each school board member was given a framed poem about teamwork, a certifi­ cate of thanks and a pocket calendar. • Learned from Fuller Principal Judy Farnsworth that there has been a change in the breakfast program and kids are now eating sack breakfasts in classrooms instead of in a big group in the cafeteria. • Was told by Maple­ wood Principal Fred Dav- enport that the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program has started in the school. • Heard from High School Principal Todd Gonser that homecoming week will be changed from Jan. 26 to Feb. 23 because See school board, pg. 2 In This Issue... • Nashville council approves pay raise • Nashville Village Council close to decision on water? • Police raid on Nashville home uncov­ ers marijuana • Harmon resigns from Vermontville Village Council �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16,2001 - Page 2 Nashville Village Council approves pay raise by Shawna Hubbartb Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council approved a pay rate of $10 per committee meeting, per month to council members with a controversial vote of 4-2. The council had dead­ locked last month on the issue with a 3-3 vote and one member of the council absent. Ordinance 63 would re­ imburse council members for committee meetings. are on several committees. "I have heard several council members say they have taken this position as community service... I think they should dispense with that and start treating the village like a business and get paid for those meetings," said Trustee Bonnie White. "The next item on the agenda is the water pro­ ject," said council presi­ dent Carroll Wolff. "We will be asking for an in­ crease in rates and then we turn around and raise our own pay for a commit­ tee meeting... there is still a possibility for a petition to a vote (on the water project)." "I rather doubt from the public I have spoken to, some of the people think we should be paid,". White said. "In order for us to make good decisions, that takes a considerable amount of time. They elected us to do a job and if we get a token payment to run this in a business like fashion I think it's a good thing. If that will get more people interested in running that might be a good thing too... It's not a bad thing it's a business thing... I wouldn't expect anyone to do this job with­ out compensation. We are not asking for a major in­ crease." "Well, I can see where it might make a difference to the younger people who might have to hire a sitter to watch the kids," said Wolff. "Are there any projec­ tions as to how much this will cost the village?" asked Trustee Wheeler. Trustee Dan Kellogg said he figured it to be a little over $2,000 a year. Wheeler then proposed it be passed for a year and revisited to see if it had gained more attendance to meetings and more interest from the public for running for the positions. The ordinance was then approved, with Chris Pash and Kellogg voting no. In other business at the meeting, the council de­ cided not to send a $1,000 payment to the Transfer Recycle Station until it could be determined that the site had been cleaned up, as asked by the village in late November. Nashville council close to decision on water? by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer After nearly two years of discussion and planning, the Nashville Village Council finally may be close to a decision on the water project. The $3 million dollar project has always hinged on grant money and low interest loans, and with the status of these applications finally rolling in, the council seems poised to make a decision. The latest development in the grant process is a letter for nearly $600,000 in grant money. The vil­ lage was encouraged by the letter to be receiving the funds, but was also cautioned that it would not know for sure about the money for possibly another 18 months. But a 2 1/2 percent loan Snow removal, from front page-------so important to have them clear. However, he said, the department does not have the equipment nor the manpower to clear the sidewalks for those in violation of the ordinance. White said it was nice of the department to clear them, but if the DPW kept doing it,- people would come to expect it. Dunham said the work could be contracted out, and the property owners could then be billed for the service. Barnes said he would have an officer enforce the ordinance. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP 1 AyI CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 y Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children A rate the village has se­ cured from the Drinking Water Revolving Fund needs to be either used or notice must be sent that the village does not need the money, and the village will go back into the pool of applicants. It is not a guarantee that the village can secure the low interest rate at a later time. After an extensive dis­ cussion, Councilwoman Bonnie White proposed doing the full project (for around $2.7 million), while taking money out of the capital improvement fund to offset the cost for cus­ tomers in the village. By doing this, she said, the rates would go up to about $12 a month, a figure most on the council seemed comfortable with. But there was disagree­ ment on how much to take out of the capital im­ provement fund. Some council members seemed to think taking three dol­ lars out of the four paid by each customer was too much and might be risky for the fund. Village President Carroll Wolff said he would not be comfortable with a monthly increase of over $10. White, however, said if the village made the water We have “No Problem ” saving you money hen you insure both your improvements in increments, the customer would end up paying much more in the end. Also discussed was a proposal on the table for a $1.7 million project which would increase the monthly rates to $9. "It is my opinion that if we will increase rates to $9, then it would be pru­ dent to do the whole thing for $12 and everyone would benefit," White said, "which is why we decided to go after the larger project in the first place. "And if we happen to get that grant money in the meantime and help bring it down to $9, then it's bonus day," said White. "...I don't know how much more in­ formation we need to make a decision... and we can do it the way we have been planning to do for two years." This was after White asked each council mem­ ber what rate increase they would be comfortable with. Trustees Frank Dunham and Chris Pash said under $20, Dan Kellogg said un­ der $15, Steve Wheeler said from $10-12, Beachnau said under $12 and Wolff said under $10. "I think we are still in the time frame to (vote on this at next meeting)" said Beachnau. White said she would like to see it voted on for next meeting. "Let's confirm the infor­ mation and rates that we still have are still holding School board, from front page of MEAP testing in the district. Jan. 26 is Parents’ Night, and former basket­ ball coach Jerry Reese will be honored during halftime. • Learned from Jill Booher that enrollment is up in the district by 53 more students than last year. • Granted a petition for reinstatement for a high school student who had been suspended. The rein­ statement holds no special Auto-Owners Insurance Company, well siwe you money! Stop in, or call us today lor a "No Problem” CHEVY TRUCK: 4 wheel drive, 1964, o.nly 5000 miles on new engine, 500 miles on transmission. $4500, Call (616)945-4505 liana’s cWac(! The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road insurance check-up. ^4uto-Owners Insurance conditions. • Unanimously granted a request for release to a student to the Olivet dis­ trict. • Approved a request for release for a student to at­ tend Bellevue schools with Wayne Curtis and Frank Dunham voting no. • Heard a technology re­ port given by technology director David Anderson about technology upgrades in the district. Automotive BLACK 1998 GRAND Am GT: 1 owner, excellent con­ dition inside & out. Power everything, sunroof & CD player. Grey interior, 86,000 miles, $9,795. (616)891-7874 What Does Advance Planning Really Mean? car and home with us. through and vote on this next meeting," she said. "I think we all agree that we need to step forward with this project instead of sideways like we have been," said Beachnau. "I'd like to see us at least put it on the next agenda," said White. "We can not keep stalling and put it off and off— it's just not good business, and we can't sit here and be up in the air for the next 18 months." 1-517-852-9481 You make all the decisions about your own funeral now... instead of someone else having to make the choice about a casket, clergy, church, graveside or alternative service. And, as you know, everything gets more expensive, so you can buy at today’s prices. We have a plan to fit your financial situation. It Means You Decide ... Call today for an appointment We’re here to help NOW! (616) 945-2471 Life Home Car Business MAPLE VALLEY TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 ren Funeral Home, Inc. 1401 N. Broadway at Woodlawn Ave. Hastings, Michigan 49058 David C. Wren, Manager TL* CHAPEL Scott A. Daniels, Manager 204 North Queen St. Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - Page 3 Lucille 4. Stambaugh SUNFIELD - Mrs. Lucille A. Stambaugh went to be with her Lord Wednesday, January 10, 2001 in Ionia, at the age of 94. Lucille (Hoffman) Stambaugh was born on February 24, 1906 to Reverend and Mrs. Andrew Hoffman in Sunfield. She lived most of her adult life near Sunfield. She graduated from Charlotte High School in 1923, then attended Eaton County Normal, and taught six years in rural schools. She graduated from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. Mrs. Stambaugh was married to Kyle Stambaugh of Sunfield, in 1929. They had one son, Raymond. They lived on their farm on Musgrove Highway in Sunfield. She gave her heart to the Lord as a child. She was a faithful member of the Sunfield United Brethren Church since 1922. Mrs. Stambaugh retired from teaching school in 1968 after 39 years. She was a member of the Women's Missionary. She was a Sunday School teacher for many years for children and adults. She held many church offices, and played organ or piano. Mrs. Stambaugh was always willing to help in work for the church, until her late years when she was physically limited. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kyle, on April 11, 1983; and a brother, Ronald in 1979. Mrs. Stambaugh is survived by her son, Raymond (Bethel) Stambaugh of Sunfield; two grandchildren, Mike (Cya) Stambaugh of Cadillac, and Greg (Sallie) Stambaugh of Nashville; 10 great grandchildren; and four great great grandchildren; a sister, Bernadine Hoffman of Holt; many nieces and nephews and friends. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 13, 2001 at the Sunfield United Brethren Church. Interment followed in the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Sunfield United Brethren Church. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Onwed Funeral Home in Sunfield; Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel. Elsie A. Hansbarger WOODLAND - Elsie A. Hansbarger, age 88,; former­ ly of Woodland, went to be with her Lord on Sunday evening, Jan. 7, 2001. Elsie was born in Roxanne Township, Eaton County on Oct. 7, 1911 to Frank and Mary (Stevens) Malosh. She was employed for many years with the Smith Brothers Elevator in Woodland and later retired from Keeler Brass. Elsie and her husband, Lee, had enjoyed traveling to the Upper Peninsula since the 1940’s for hunting and fishing trips. Elsie is survived by her son, Jerry (Anna Lou) Hansbarger ofVermontville; her grandchildren, Michael Hansbarger, and Douglas (Kathy) Hansbarger; and her great grandchildren, Lind­ say, Lea, Casey, Lauren, Cole, and Travis. She was preceded in death by her husband Lee; her infant son, Donald Lee; her son, Lee; her grandson, Kenneth; her brother, Elmer Malosh; and her sisters, Helen Sidnam and Hazel Wilson. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at Koops Funeral Chapel. Burial was in Woodland Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Heartland Health Care Center. Arrangements were made by Koops Funeral Chapel. CHARLOTTE - Leah June Priesman, age 76 of Charlotte, died Tuesday, January 9, 2001. Mrs. Priesman was bom on January 30, 1924 in Lansing, the daughter of Clay and Flossie (Lamb) McMillen. She is survived by husband, Neal; daughters, Suzanne (Richard) McClure of Charlotte, Sandra (Robert) Wells of Engadine, and Angela (Marty) Grove of Charlotte; sons, Lynn (Diane) Priesman of Mr. away HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twillte 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids A Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $4.75 with Student ID * $5.00 Late Shows Fri A Sat Q No passes | DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills A .25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View ■ SHOWS AND SHOWTIMES GOOD 1/16 -1/18 WHAT WOMEN WANT (PG-13) 1:30,4:20, 7:00,9:30 O FINDING FORRESTER (PG-13) OIGITAUSTAOtUM SMTIXO 12:30, 3:20, 6:30, 9:10 VERTICAL LIMIT (PG-13) 9:00 CAST AWAY (PG-13) DICITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 12:50,3:40,6:40,9:20 , EMPEROR'S NEW GROOVE (G) 12:10,2:10,4:00, 7:10______ !^ Students Free Box ot Plain JBQPCORN Fgrii hh’ssWs] ll• B B HIT OUR WEB@www.wti.comB B TAXES • TAXES Saturday, Jan. 13, 2001 at his residence at the age of 70. He was bom May 5, 1930 in Portland Michigan, the son of Leroy N. Sr. and Bernice E. (Hale) Darling. On Feb. 25, 1949, Bill married Barbara J. Newlin. The couple have been mar­ ried for 51 years. Bill lived in this area all of his life. He was employed by the Lakewood School System, retiring in 1988. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, wood working, and most enjoyed spending time with his chil­ dren and grandchildren. Mr. Darling was preceded in death by a son, Wellman “Bill” Darling Jr., his moth­ er and father, a brother, Leroy “Pete” Darling Jr. Surviving are his wife, Barbara J. darling (Newlin), four children, Chuck (Karen) Darling of Lake Odessa, Ben Darling of Hawaii, Barbara (Rich) Todd of Colorado, and Susan (Rodger) Meyers of • TAXES • TAXES * RL Hill Tax Service i w Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville J* m Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business m NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad gj 2 *7 Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience . TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES Lake Odessa, 19 grandchil­ dren, and 13 great grand­ children, sisters, Ilene Carr of Lake Odessa, and Kate (Henry) Hembree of Tenn., sister-in-law, Alma Darling, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield, MI with the Rev. Bob Besemer officiating. The family will receive their friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in the West Sebewa Cemetery. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice, First Responders/Sunfield, or the Ionia County Commission on Aging, in memory of Wellman “Bill” Darling Sr. The pallbearers will be Kendall Carr, Lavern Carr, Lindsay Welch, Fred Hart, Nathan Peabody, and Robert Perry. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Farman, Dan Royer, Mark Peabody, and Kevin Brummette. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel. Call 945-9554 for classifieds held on Friday, January 12, 2001 at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Pastor Clyde Harris officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sparrow Dimondale Center, Attn: Activity Department. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Further information available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 12, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend George Fleming officiated. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church or the Eaton Community Hospice. Further information available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Mary E. Russ CHARLOTTE - Mary E. Russ, age 81, of Charlotte, died Tuesday, January 9, 2001. Mrs. Russ was born on October 14, 1919 in Carmel Township, Michigan, the daughter of Floyd J. and Iva R. (Granger) Amspacher. She was a member of Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church and its Deborah Circle. Mrs. Russ is survived by her son, Lee Russ and granddaughter Chelsea Russ of Charlotte; and many special friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, E. Harrison Russ in 1991; and daughter Linda Russ in 1993. HAPPY BIRTHPAY I "Sweet 16"! January 16 ATTENTION: High School Seniors and Parents Wellman “Bill” R. Darling Sr. LAKE ODESSA Darling passed Charlotte, Rodney (Annie) Priesman of Hawaii, Gary (Kris) Priesman of Hastings, and Jack Priesman of Leslie; sisters, Magel Klepper of Charlotte, Florence Friend of Bath; half sister, Rosemary McMillen of Lansing; brothers, Charles McMillen of Laingsburg, Clay McMillen of Mason, Max McMillen of Florida; half brother, Buddy McMillen of Lansing; 13 grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. Graveside services were KELLOGG COMMUNITY C Financial Aid Workshop Wed., Jan. 24th 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Especially designed for high school seniors and there parents. Orientation Dates Tues., Jan. 16 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. ATKCC FEHSENFELD, WE ARE CURRENTLY REGISTERING FOR SPRING CLASSES. asses to choose business, computers, and the liberal arts and sciences. Spring Semester starts on January 16,2001, so reserve your place in class NOW! Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center 2950 W M-179 Hwy. • Hastings, MI 49058 616-948-9500 Don’tforget to check us out at www.kellogg.cc.mi.us. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16,2001 - Page 4 New Nashville Hardware building being constructed by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer It has been out with the old, in with the new re­ cently at Hometown Lum­ ber in Nashville. Plans to tear down the old building and build a new, more expansive one have been in the works for more than a year, but they have finally become a re­ ality this month. Owner Don Rasey has been trying to consolidate his Nashville Hardware store which is downtown, and the new building for months. The downtown store will be officially closing and moving into the new building sometime in March, Rasey said. He said he hopes to sell the building that houses the hardware store after the move. Some time after that move in March, Rasey said he hopes to have an open house. "We will wait until we have everything in order, and the way we want it, probably in the summer (an open house)," he added. "Our main focus is the new showroom, which we will combine the hard­ ware with everything else." The old building was demolished just a week and a half ago. With the new building, still being built at the lumber yard site at 219 South State St., Rasey hopes to gain 25% more space to have a more ex­ pansive showroom. Rasey said the added space will accommodate new products, including tools, plumbing, electrical, and lawn and garden items. It will also allow for a larger area for building product displays such as roofing, siding, windows, doors and cabinets. It's important, said Rasey, that the process is being done while the busi- The new building already provides more space for building materials. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 MLS Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HWIS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)..................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)......................................................................... 852-5066 JUST LISTED! THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME IN NASHVILLE IN NASHVILLE 2 story, vinyl sidjB,ap*ftr^9 Double wide built in 1999, 2 full wirgj^|s^ hfjjrffgig baths, kitchen, dining room, IB roof ireeds "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced att ttWmc^M>lmm ediate possession! dog run, quiet setting, close to $4*900!! Call Jerry. 4*900!! J . (N-114) park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (N-116) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof & furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) AAV V V 1 220 220 220 Hi 3 J* 3JA Bayne Road BE YOUR OWN BOSS! VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms', 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "Urdor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely landscaped wAvaterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make.this a great opportunity!!! Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle Some parcels are "wooded" range today to find out how easy it in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres might be to own your own busi- all are perk tested. Call Homer for ness. (V-113) more details. (VL-107/112) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE - Perked & surveyed, ideal for manu­ factured home. Some trees, dose to town. All this for just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) Beacue of recent "SOLDS" and Fending Transactions we are in need of ‘LISTINGS"! Call us today if you have property or a home to sell! counter. Doug Baumgartner works to smooth the concrete that will be the floor in the second half of the new Hometown Lumber building. ness is still staying open. This was accomplished by building the back half of the new building first, moving the merchandise into that and then working on the other half. "We have been spread­ ing the word for a while to our regular customers that we would still be open dur­ ing the construction, so there hasn't been a prob­ lem." The new building is ap­ proximately 7,500 square feet, and has allowed for more storage for building products, office space, and a new receiving room. With the expansion, Rasey said, many things have been upgraded in­ cluding counter and office computers. Rasey said feedback from the community has been good. "We have had people from the community come on down and watch the progress," he said. "They have been very support­ ive... people always hate to see the old come down but they realize it's hard to See new building, pg. 6 Tippy’s House Adult Foster Care 659 S. Mason Rd., Nashville, MI 49073 517-852-9166 or 888-432-4331 ~ NOW OPEN ~ We Are Having An Open House Jan. 20th 9-5 • Jan. 21st 2-5 In the evening by appointment only Come meet ourfamily and see our home • Private and semi-private rooms with rates starting as low as $1000.00 monthly • Providing loving Christian family home. • Residents and family on the same level shar­ ing the home together. • Non smoking • Private pay • Assistance in daily living for the elderly • We are NOT wheelchair accessible David and Penny Ryan - Owners/Operators �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - Page 5 Tax help available for senior citizens The American Associa­ tion of Retired Persons (AARP), in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will offer free help Recreation LE FEVER 12 gauge shot gun. Made in 1898. "G" grade. Has dasmascus bar­ rel. $800. Excellent condi­ tion. Phone (616)945-4505 to middle and low income taxpayers with special atten­ tion to those age 60 and older. Volunteers are trained to complete basic income tax forms and answer tax ques­ tions. Since its start in 1968, AARP Tax-Aide has helped over 30 million taxpayers and is a quality and confi­ dential service supported by people in our area. The program will start during the last week in Janu­ ary and continue for as long as requests for help warrant. The assistance will be of­ fered: In Nashville at the Castleton Township Hall Wednesdays, starting Jan. 31, from 1 to 4 p.m. Ap­ pointments should be made by calling the Nashville Vil­ lage Office at 852-9544. In addition to the current year’s blank forms, taxpay­ ers are urged to bring a copy ofyear 1999 returns, as well as information about year 2000 taxable income and deductions. This would in­ clude all W-2 forms show­ ing salary and wages, unem­ ployment compensation statements, SSA-1099 forms for social security benefits, 1099 forms showing pen- Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today; GOOD TIME PIZZA Maple Valley Chapel 501 North Main, Nashville Peacemaker 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm Part of the “Sermon on the Mount” which our Lord taught His disciples was, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.” In the Bible, there is a great deal written about peace. Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you” (John 14:27). He told us to “Be at peace with each other” (Mark 9:50). It seems that peace and love go together; you can’t have one without the other. Being a peacemaker is not always easy. We realize this world is not paradise; therefore, we will always have to contend with conflicts and strife. Still, a peacemaker treats others with respect and consideration and honors God’s word of treating others as they would want to be treated. Peace and love, along with joy and happiness, are virtually impossible without God. But, with our Lord Jesus all things are possible, and through Him we should strive to live at peace with everyone. HOMETOWN) LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Dixie Brand, Owner/ Licensed Builder Office: (517) 726-0721 (877) 726-1100 Fax: H ORIZON * Builders & Homes Sales, INC. ™ horizon@ia4u.net 2475 Ionia Road - Vermontville, Ml 49096 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852.0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager SHIRLEYS o Chuckwagon Cafe 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 $$% HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD 5 MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm S WOLE VER’S HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! ca, sions, interest, and divi­ dends. If eligible for any Michi­ gan tax credits, taxpayers should also bring informa­ tion about year 2000 prop­ erty taxes or rent, heating costs, and prescriptions and drugs. Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads topeace and to mutual edification. 945-9554 Askfor our sales Dept. N.I.V. RealEstate Romans 14:19 Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 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 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. Sunday School......................... 9:45 Morning Worship.......................... 11 Evening Worship............................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main,1 Vermontville Morning Worship................ 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m: Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH . Meeting at Maple Valley High School M.orning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10 Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service .......................... 6 p.m. 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 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic. Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Sunday School ................... 10 a m. Church Service ................... 11a.m. 2415 McCann Road PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: .9:15 am. .M.orn.ing „Prayer ................. 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more informalion call 795-2370 or Rev. David T Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon DavidS Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). 108 N. Main, Vermontville MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass • 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass........................ 3 p.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16,2001 - Page 6 Coach Reese to be honored by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Former Maple Valley basketball coach Jerry Reese will be honored at halftime of the Jan. 26 game against Webberville. Reese will be presented with a banner that cele­ brates his 534 career wins from his coaching career in the district from 1968­ 2000. Reese also retired as a teacher last year. The banner then will be hung in the gym between the girls' and boys' basket­ ball banners, both teams for which he has coached. "This is an open invita­ tion to all former players and assistant coaches that have worked with Jerry in the past years," said Ath­ letic Director Mike Sparks. "And, of course, all others who wish to send him off in a grand fashion." "We are excited," said Sparks. "He has done a tremendous job with our basketball programs... peo­ ple who know him know he is a humble kind of per­ son, but we felt that for all his service to the district this is the least that we could do to thank him." "It will be a nice time, we hope to have a small reception after the game for all those that played for him, and we are inviting the current players to min­ gle as well." The Jan. 26 game will also be Parent's Night as well. Parents of the players will be introduced before the game. Originally this game was to be the home­ coming game but because of MEAP testing that week, the homecoming game will be changed to Feb 23 instead. Jerry Reese. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 17 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, spiced apples, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 18 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Friday, Jan. 19 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Monday, Jan. 22 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two = Garden salad, mashed potatoes, orange push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 23 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, carrot sticks, pineapple, juice, mil.-/ Real Estate GOVT FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Fuller kids build a house Students in the Fuller Street School’s extended day kindergarten had fun building this gingerbread house out of cardboard. They are Kristen Meyers, Doey Fighter, Zach Cogswell, Jacob Brown, Sierra Fighter, Alex Reid and Kody Palmer. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Jan. 17 Teriyaki beef, seasoned rice, peas and carrots, asparagus, cake. Thursday, Jan. 18 Glazed baked ham, augratin potatoes, broccoli, pineapples, dinner roll. Friday, Jan. 19 Sloppy Joe, country pota­ toes, com, mini grahams, bakery bun. Monday, Jan. 22 BBQ chicken breast, spinach, bread pudding, baked beans. Tuesday, Jan. 23 Vegetable beef soup, saltine crackers, California blend, beefs, sweet treat. Lite Meals Wednesday, Jan. 17 Ham and pasta salad, baked beans, mixed fruit. Thursday, Jan. 18 Cold chicken thigh, pea and peanut salad, pineap­ ples, buttermilk biscuit. Friday, Jan. 19 Turkey salami w/cheese, pita pocket bread, cucumber salad, spiced apples. Monday, Jan. 22 Beef and pasta salad, Spanish bean salad, diced pears. Tuesday, Jan. 23 (2) cheese sandwich, English muffin, pickled beets, tropical fruit. Events Wednesday, Jan. 17 Hastings, nails/crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, blood pressure day; Delton, social day. Thursday, Jan. 18 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo.. Friday, Jan. 19 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, Jan. 22 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Jan. 23 Hastings, reading; Nashville, puzzle day. New building, continued from page 4 The cement has been poured for the other half of the new Hometown Lumber building. Soon, the big wood divider wall will be torn down and the building will join this addition. work with a 100-year-old building." Rasey. said the recent harsh weather hasn't put a crimp on building plans. "The weather hasn't been too bad with our plans," he said. "By the time we moved into the newer part of the building, we had this break in the weather and we have been taking advantage of that by pouring the floor." "Things are going well," Rasey said. "We are very pleased with the progress and are looking forward to being open in the spring with the consolidated business." The Dog House & «« Pet Grooming V&Wy G ProfessionaKrooming ofAll Breeds "hi Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands ______Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request_____ ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery - Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer �The .Mania VaHpv Police raid on Nashville home uncovers marijuana J-Ad Graphics News Service Charges of manufactur­ ing marijuana are pending against two Nashville area men as a result of a raid by local and state authori­ ties on a Maple Grove Township home Jan. 3. "Our post was assigned to assist the Attorney Gen­ eral's office in serving a search -warrant at a resi­ dence on Guy Road,” said Sgt. Dave Bower of the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. "During the execution of the search warrant, controlled substances were observed in plain view.” Police found marijuana on a dining room table and later located a suspected grow operation in a room in the basement, according to a report by the Michi­ gan State Police. Troopers also found a number of items related to the manufacture of mari­ juana along with a disman- BASICS FROM THE JOyof Cooking Kitchen by Ethan Becker (NAPS)—Americans eat French Toast for breakfast, but the French serve it for dessert (and call it pain perdu, or lost bread). This oven-baked version that’s toasty on one side and syrupy on the other is a favorite in the Joy ofCooking Kitchen because it is scrumptious and easy to prepare. Honey-Bun French Toast rescues yesterday’s bread by soaking it in an egg mixture before cooking. In a departure from tradition, this recipe is milk-free and calls for baiting father than frying, with deli­ cious results. Honey-Bun French Toast Preheat oven to 400° F. In a 12x9-inch glass bak­ ing pan, place: 4 tablespoons (*A stick) unsalted butter 3 tablespoons honey Heat in the oven until the butter is melted and the honey is bubbling. Do not allow the mixture to take on any color. Remove pan from the oven, stir to mix the honey and butter, and sprin­ kle over the surface: 1 cup chopped pecans While the butter and honey are melting, whisk together in a shallow bowl: % cup apple cider 4 large eggs lA teaspoon cinnamon *4 teaspoon salt pinch of ground allspice (optional) One or two at a time, add: 6 thick slices white or tied photon grower con­ taining marijuana stems and seeds. A bag of marijuana also was found in a bedroom, police said. Though Bower said his officers were on the scene to assist a task force from the Attorney General's of­ fice in serving a search warrant, he declined to re­ veal the purpose of the raid. Attorney General's Of­ fice Public Relations Co­ ordinator Chris DeWitt also had no comment on the matter. "There is nothing I can confirm as long as the in­ vestigation is ongoing," he said Thursday. Mobile Homes Your Film Processing Headquarters The Best Color Possible! egg bread, with or without crusts Turn the slices in the egg mixture until thoroughly sat­ urated, but not falling apart. Arrange soaked bread over the nuts in the baking pan. Bake until the top is golden brown and the bottom is bub­ bly, 15—20 minutes. Serve immediately with: Honey or pure maple syrup For a festive touch, gar­ nish with fresh berries, peach or nectarine slices, sliced bananas, toasted almonds or powdered sugar. Ethan Becker is co-author ofthe Joy Of Cooking and the new JoyOf Cooking: All About illustrated cookbook series, published by Scribner. A Cordon Bleu trained chef, Ethan lives in Cincinnati where he enjoys developing new recipes, teaching culinary classes and cookingforfam­ ily andfriends in the Joy of Cooking Kitchen. Write to Ethan at P.O. Box 30055, Cincinnati, OH45230 or via e-mail atjoykitchen® aol.com. WANTED DESK CLERK to work 17-19 hrs at Vermontville Twp. Library. High school diploma required. Apply in person at the library. ■ That’s what you get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your photos... Large 4" X 6” prints, color corrected & printed on Kodak’s No. 1 brand Royal paper in matte or glossy finish. 35MM 24 EXPOSURE ROLL 4" PRINTS SINGLE EXPOSURE SET ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Ethan Becker is co-author of the Joy of Cooking. r>-? ■ now only. ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 Magnetic back prints! Let us take that special print you’ve selected to display in your kitchen, office or... wherever! We’ll apply our special magnetic backing. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Card ofThanks THE FAMILY OF IRMAJOPPIE would like to thank all those who made the passing of our mother a little easier for us. For the many contributions to the Maple Valley Memori­ al Scholarship Fund we truly thank each and everyone. This is something she be­ lieved in so strongly. Thank you for the donations to the Congregational Church also. The beautiful floral arrange­ ments, she would have thor­ oughly enjoyed as she loved every flower God created. We are so thankful for the ER and the wonderful, car­ ing nurses on two south at Pennock and Dr. Brasseur and Dewitts care. To her be­ loved Bismark Community and the Congregational Church ladies, we thank you for the delicious luncheon. For all the many calls, the beautiful cards and forjust being there for us, we are so grateful. To David Rosier of the Rosier Funeral Home in Sunfield, thank you for all the love and help you have given us. And to Eric Lison, Pastor of the Vermontville Congregational Church, thank you for pulling to­ gether the funeral service .for our mother. Thank you also to the First Responders of Sunfield and the Woodland Ambulance crew for their quick response to the 911 call. Our greatest regret now is that the littlest ones ofher 68+ grand, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren will never get to know the tremendous love she had for all her family. Leona and Warren McNally. Louise and Charles Viele. Leonard and Bertina Joppie. Barbara and Larry Musser. Joanne and Douglas Steward and families. 8.5” X 11” 8.5” X 11" Color Copies QQ0 1 exposure ww 1 EXPOSURE 11"X17" $1.19 B&W Copies now only... Available as low as 1E0 IV each in quantities! For all your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! IVe want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs. Color Copies Folding & Laminating Copies Specialty fftpers ~ The L olors & Textures ...and more! 1351 N.Broadway (NI-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16,2001 - Page 8 FROM OUR Krj tCTl A TUMIl7ID vC o : . •• :< :: . ..V .. Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues 9 ' Christmas Basket program a success To the editor: Once again, Vermontville community members bene­ fited from the generosity and caring of the business, ser­ vice groups, and private indi­ viduals that contributed to the Christmas Basket pro­ gram. The committee is happy to report that 44 families received food, knitted items. 63 children under the age of 15 received at least two nice toys provided by the Toys for Tots and the Salvation Army and 10 children ages 15 to 18 received gift certificates at Wal-Mart. In addition, 59 senior citizens were remem­ bered with either a goodie bag or a poinsettia plant. The Christmas Basket pro­ ject is successful because of the combined efforts ofmany community members, busi­ ness and service groups along with churches together, make it all possible again this year to make the holidays more cheerful for our neigh­ bors. The Vermontville Women’s Club organized the event, the Grace Bible Church served on the committee again this year and baked all those cookies and purchased and delivered the poinsettias. The Vermontville Bible Church served on the committee and allowing the use of their church to set up and sort food and distribute. The Girl Scouts made cards and gift bags, the Boy Scouts had a door-to-door food drive. Maple Valley High School had a food drive. And the Congregational Church Youth Group wrapped gifts and assisted with food distri­ bution, along with the Vermontville Fire Department. The Bismark Community members also gave knitted items and com­ munity members donated money and time to support this effort. All was greatly appreciat­ ed. JoAnn Nehmer, The Christmas Bastket Committee NOTICE OF INTENT The Village of Nashville located in Barry County, Michigan has submitted the initial Application for funding assistance to Rural Development, a division of the United States Department of Agriculture. * Funds (loan and grant) that are being applied for will be used to finance a proposed water system improvement project. The improvements will include watermain replacement, upgrading the controls at the existing iron treatment plant, an additional iron treatment plant, a new booster pumping station and other mis­ cellaneous improvements. Further information about his project is available at the Nashville Village Office at: 206 N. Main Street, P.O. Box 567, Nashville, Michigan 49073. 101 Harmon resigns from village council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer After 16 years on the Vermontville Village Council, Rod Harmon re­ cently tendered his resig­ nation effective Jan. 1. Harmon has served as trustee and president pro­ tein during his time on the council. Harmon said last week that his reasons for resign­ ing were personal. "Tve been on the council for 16 years now and I will soon be going to school five days a week and so I’ll be busy with that... I just got tired of it." Harmon said his stress level has gone down con­ siderably since he quit the - Rod Harmon Rod Harmon. council and it has impacted positively on his health. "It was partly health rea­ sons to get off the coun- cil," he said. "I already feel better... my pulse and blood pressure has been better than it has in years and I feel great. "Tve got things I want to do and that includes spending more time with my family... my kids and Winter carnival slated for Feb. 17 The Maple Valley PTO again will be host for a car­ nival for. the students and families of the elementary schools. Fuller Street Elementary will be the location for this year’s event, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. The Revue will do Fiddler’ next month The Revue will present the popular musical "Fid­ dler on the Roof1 at 7 p.m. Feb. 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17 and at 3 p.m. Sundays, Feb. 11 and 18, at the Vermontville Opera House. The Sunday matinee schedule is new. Those who are interested in attending any of the per­ formances are urged to re­ serve tickets early by call­ ing (616) 367-4455. Tick­ ets are $8 for adults, $7 for senior citizens and stu­ dents, and $5 for children ages 12 and under. Season tickets for The Revue productions, includ­ ing "Fiddler" next month, "Pinocchio" May4-6 and May 11-13 and the fall show Sept. 6-9 are avail- Age-Related Macular Degeneration - There is Hope Hastings - as part of Age-Related Macular Degeneration/Low Vision Awareness Month, which is observed in the month of February, Dr. Flohr, a Eye health provider, urges local residents to prevent age-related vision problems by having regular medical eye exams, and to talk with their Eye health provider about low vision rehabilitation ifthey have visual impairments. Michael J. Flohr, Kyle Booher, O.D. Macular degeneration is a progressive and usually painless disease that affects the M.D. macula, the spot on the retina at the back of the eye responsible for central vision. There are two types of macular degeneration dry and wet. Most people with macular degeneration have the dry' form, for which no effective treatment has been found, However, 90 percent of people with severe visual impairment from macular degeneration have the type caused by the wet form, even though only 10 to 15 percent of the people with macular degeneration have this form of the disease. Fortunately, a type of laser surgery known as photodynamic therapy has been shown to stabilize or improve vision in 40 percent of patients treated in clinical trials. The FDA Ophthalmic Devices Panel has approved the photosensitive drug used in this procedure. "Although there is no proven cure for macular degeneration, early diagnosis and treatment may slow or halt the condition,” said Dr. Flohr. "The good news is that research continues, and I think we ll see increasingly effective treatments becoming available in the near future. For now, however, people should beware of claims being made on the Internet, in newspapers, and in magazines announcing cures for macular degeneration. Investigate the claims thoroughly and talk with your Eye health provider before undergoing any treatments. Most of these treatments have not been proven safe or effective, and may be very costly." Even though there is no cure for macular degeneration yet. vision loss doesn’t have to mean loss of independence or quality of lite. Ifyou have low vision, ask your eye health provider about low vision rehabilitation, he or she can provide low vision sen ices or refer you to local agencies that can help. For more information on macular degeneration and low vision resources, visit the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s web site at www.eyenet.org. Pennock Professional Building 915 W. Green St., Suite 101, Hastings, MI 49058-1707 (616) 945-3866 “It was partly health reasons to get off the the council. I already feel better... my pulse and blood pressure has been better than it has been in years.” Professionals, P.C. able for $20. Those who wish to be­ come Patron Members to have their names printed in the programs, may send their intentions to: The Revue, 5084 Sad­ dlebag Lake Road, Wood­ land, MI 48897. Lots of fun is planned, including games, great prizes, face painting, balloons, a cake walk, and plenty of food. The PTO is asking the community to help make this a spectacular event for the children of the community. In order to have wide variety ofgames for the kids to play at the carnival, a lot of volunteers are needed. Help is needed to set up games, run games, sell tickets, and in various other areas. Anyone interested in volunteering to hep with a onehour shift at the carnival can call Fuller Street Elementary at 852-9468. grandkids." Harmon said he has seen a lot of changes within the village in the past 16 years. "As the village becomes conscientious of the money it spends it gets more run like a business and it has to be run like that... and running it like a village has improved it in many ways. I am the last of the council except for Sue (Villanueva, village president) that had to lay the police department off." Harmon said he has been the Americans with Disabilities coordinator and he believes the village has improved in that area also. "I was the ADA coordi­ nator before I got hurt and I think the village is much more aware of people with disabilities and accommodating for that," he said. "It's a small town and everybody knows everyone... we have had good people come and go on the council and we will continue to have that... I have no regrets." The trustee position is now open on the council. All those interested must send a letter of application into the village by Jan. 19 to be considered. The village hopes to appoint someone by the Feb. 8 meeting, and will hold a public hearing on the applicants at 7 p.m. that day. The regular meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. J.V. team wins three on courts Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball team shot past Morrice, 68-32 in a rescheduled basketball game Saturday, Jan. 2. The Lions started slowly, but still led 22-9 at the intermission. In the second half, Maple Valley scored 23 points in both quarters and held Morrice to 23 total points. All players scored for the Lions. Tony Garn managed 12 points, Jeff Taylor 10 and Derek Musser added 9 points. Cam Smith tallied 7 points to go along with a team-leading 10 rebounds. The Lions entered the matchup with Morrice with two weekly wins over Portland St. Patrick (44-39) and Bellevue (78-45). Maple Valley also got off to a slow start versus St. Patrick, trailing 21-13 at the break. Taylor was the top point getter with 18, Eric Smith had 14 and 7 rebounds and Jim Hirneiss managed 5 points and 4 steals. Maple Valley had a better start against Bellevue, taking a 38-20 advantage into half-time. The Lions continued to soar in the second half, outscoring the Broncos 40-25. Ten players scored points versus Bellevue and three managed double figures. Taylor tallied 22, Smith 15 and Garn 10. Smith was also the top rebounder with 12 caroms. Musser and Rodrigo Palma each pulled down 5 rebounds. Hirneiss dished out a season-high 7 assists. NOTICE The following amendment to Ordinance #63 - Council pay - was adopted on January 11, 2001 and will become effective on March 1, 2001. Pay for each council member assigned to a committee or board will be at the rate of $10 for each committee or board meeting attended. Payment will be based on not more than one sched­ uled meeting per month for each committee or board. 100 NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2000 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Jan. 19th & 20th Feb. 9th, 10th, 26th & 27th Any taxes received after Feb. 28,2001 will be returned to the tax­ payer as delinquent. Delinquent taxes can be paid with 4% penalty plus interest to Eaton County Treasurer. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dbg is S7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is S12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 28. 2001 licenses will be S25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. 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. January 16. 2001 - Page 9 ‘kijwu %>S Y ! ssSu sSxuS sxS JJi'J.5 %iJv.5 %*iv *>is? [X SS pii^ |'m rS\ K$5 fc^si fmJ T T it Mu L ^hE tl'^Sh V Bt» >$|H MM Mns Witaifa mH Hjii!(»M' ta ml «. IcadiptlW otce jirtfifttEfflS'lWa'8 III,® art L«^iW*'* L»W*** Local mother and son win top archery honors by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Mother and son Shelia and Jeremy Dunn of Nashville have been named Bow Shooters of the Year by the Archery Shooters Association. Both earned the honors in their respective classes after attending numerous archery competitions and accumulating points for those wins. Their selec­ tions were announced at the state competition this past year. Shelia said she has been shooting the bow since she was a kid. Her son, Jeremy, has been shooting since he was 6 or 7 years old. Starting last February, they attended shootout competitions on weekends Jeremy and Shelia Dunn are Shooters of the Year in their respective classes all through the year. with the Archery Shooters Association. "Three shoots are indoor, and the rest are outdoor," Shelia said. "We shoot in bears." go out and hunt three lia's husband Dan's mother all kinds of weather, the Each target has an area times a week during bow Qwns another 80 acres that snow or the rain. This is highlighted for points. The season. The family lives Jeremy hunts on. Shelia our third year with the points range from 8 to 12, on a 63-acre farm and Shesaid she is too busy to get ASA (Archery Shooters and anywhere on the ani­ Association)." mal is five points. At each competition, Class divisions are bro­ Shelia said is a 30 target ken down into age, skill course. A group of four or level and equipment. A five shooters starts at a decent bow can cost any­ designated target and where from $300-$600, takes turns shooting at the Shelia said. target. They then record "Then there are the ex­ their scores on notepads tras, like scopes, arrows and pull up their arrows, and peep sites... it can get eventually finishing the quite expensive." course in two or three But the upside to that is hours, she said. that both Shelia and The targets are 3-D foam Jeremy have won prize targets and can include all money. sorts of animals, such as I've won about $300 wolverines and turkeys. and he's won about $200," "They even had a new she said. one this year — it was an Her biggest win came in alligator — that was real Kentucky at a national fun to shoot at," Shelia competition where she said, laughing and rolling won $179. her eyes. "They have all Shelia said they both different animals. They have had the opportunity even have dinosaurs and to meet people from all over the country. "You see a lot of the same people at the compe­ titions. We have made a lot of friends through this... they seem just like fam­ ily." Jeremy, who is a sophomore usually tries to AIRLINE/ CUSTOMER SERVICE: to $15/hr+ great SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS benefits. Many train/ travel. Needed now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. • Farm We stock a complete line of...• Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 ffe National Ads OFFERING COMPLETE W^TER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP • Residential 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE "I don't have the time to go out and hunt as much as I used too, but I did get a woodchuck last year." Shelia works as a secre­ tary in the school system at Maple Valley, and Jeremy is a sophomore at the high school. Shelia said there are many things she likes about the sport. "I like that you are try­ ing to improve yourself all the time, and being out­ doors. You get a great feel­ ing when you get a well executed shot." 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 - Online Bank! ng EWING WELL DRILLING INC. • Commercial out and hunt Jeremy has killed four deer since he began hunt­ ing with his bow at the age of 12. He said he usually goes out alone because if the deer see or hear you "they are gone." Shooting with a bow is a little trickier than a gun, said Shelia. "The arrow will go a ways, but to have enough penetration to kill the an­ imal you want to be around 20-40 yards away at the most," she said. CONSTRUCTION/LINEMAN: TO S20.50/HR. year round. Trainees/Skilled, ma­ jor Co. Start now! (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. FASHION/MODELS: TO $50/HR. Runway/Catalog! TV male/female, entry level. Interview now! (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1­ 800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. VENDING ROUTE DRIV­ ER (snack items): to $50,000/yr.. (Van) Local route! Needed now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. WAREHOUSE/STOCKERS: TO $14.74/HR. + benefits. 2 Shifts! Will train! Hi-Lo exp. a plus. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. www.hast!ngscitybank.com Online Banking Now you can do your banking and pay bills online and on time, any time. • Access and review your Hastings City Bank accounts • Transfer funds • Check balances • Confirm deposits • Reconcile accounts • Pay bills All you need is a PC, Internet access and a secure Internet Browser. For a free demonstration and to sign up, log on our website or stop by any office today. And you will discover just how easy it is to manage your finances...with just a click of a mouse. All for pennies a day. It pays to sign up soon...for a limited time...you’ll get Online Banking free for three months. There is no software to install. More importantly, it is safe and secure since all transactions are encrypted and password protected. City $anti Member FDIC �Thc> Maole Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16,2001 - Page 10 Weightlifting clinic set for Saturday Lions' wrestler Jason Grasman, at 189, wasted little time in pinning his Fighting Bee opponent. Wrestling, continued from page 12 Baldwin), Zack Vorce at 145 (void), Chad Spears at 160 (void), Jason Silsbee at 171 (void), Josh Grasman at 189 (pin in 53 seconds over Andrew Kenyon at 112 (void), Jeremy Dunn at 119 (void), Brandon Brooke at 125 (void), Matt Brumm at 140 (pin in 1:07 over Adam Shavier), Zack Force at 140 (void), Chad Spears at 160 (void), Jason Silsbee (void), Josh Grasman at 189 (void), Matt Thorne at 215 (Void) and Ben Swan at 275 (void). The Maple Valley mentor said he was pleased with the progress he saw from his youthful grapplers. "The younger kids are about a month behind, but they are finally starting to find themselves," Ricketts said. Trevor Cole) and Matt Thome at 215 (void); Also scoring wins against Lansing Catholic were Mark Shoemaker at 103 (void), Need some extra cash? Got something to sell? Phone 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! AMERICA’S CABINETMAKER' cuahiiian > iHwiGi.iss Cabinets Fiberglass insulation Celotex insulation \ ..Come h oommee.to .quality. .A.qndersye.n. Plywood Lumber USG L Drywall /zOak z Pine Molding Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Hand & Power Tools Roofs w Dry Mix Crete & Supply <*> Wolverlnie Technologies Time for New Siding? I1 OOM SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. itinoiatiou Is our most lull table asset" 'HOMETOWN! fj LUMBER & HARDWARE Matt Thorne, who is on the wrestling team hopes to benefit from the Bigger, Faster, Stronger clinic. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Athletic Director Mike Sparks hopes to unify all athletic programs with a common weight lifting program, and the Bigger, Faster, Stronger Clinic this Satur­ day, Jan. 20 is the first step toward that goal. The clinic, which will train staff, school athletes and the public, balances weight training, flexibility, agility, speed and plyometric training. Sparks said it is more than just a weight training program, but that it encourages ev­ eryone using it to improve in other areas on a mental and emotional level as well. The program focuses on students in grades 7-12. "These are basic core exercises proven to be ef­ fective for every athlete," said Sparks. "We are very excited about this clinic," Sparks said. "Schools using the BFS program have aver­ aged 20 percent more vic­ tories and cut their injury rate in half. Those are great statistics." The instructor of the clinic is coming from Mi­ ami, said Sparks. He is a physical fitness and strength training teacher in a high school there and travels around-the county on weekends to do the clinics. "It is a safety issue as well," he said. "We really want the kids lifting prop­ erly and we don't want the pulled muscles or other in­ juries that come with using the equipment improperly." "The clinic is also filled with inspirational and mo­ tivational stories to be­ come a better person on all levels," he explained. Sparks said the advan­ tages of the program are many, including being able to continue through­ out the year without being confused by different coaching philosophies and having to change warm-up, stretching and conditioning programs, and greatly sim­ plifying weight room su­ pervision as any coach Maple Valley Athletic Director Mike Sparks said he hopes to unify all athletic programs through the Bigger, Faster, Stronger program that will be taught at a clinic on Saturday at the high school. from any team can step in and supervise all athletes with no problem because there is only one core pro­ gram. The district and the ath­ letic boosters are sponsor­ ing the clinic. People in the community are wel­ come to attend at the high school for a fee of $2. The staff will be trained from 8 a.m. to 10, and from noon to 4 p.m. the clinic will be training students and the public. "The boosters are provid­ ing lunch as well," he added. "The format will be addressing everyone, an overview, a demonstration and then we will have nine participation stations to implement the training." "We are really excited about it and we will get everyone working on something," he said. Aggies beat Lions Dansville remains unbeaten at 8-0 after a 67-58 win over Maple Valley last Friday in varsity basketball action at Dansville High School. Tyler Kennedy scored a team-high 16 points and pulled down 9 rebounds as the Aggies overcame a three-point deficit at half to power past the Lions in an SMAA contest. Dansville is 4-0 in the league. Eric Goris scored 24 points and Darin Thrun 11 to top Maple Valley. The Lions are now 5-2 overall. Maple Valley will host Lansing Christian Tuesday (Jan. 16) and travel to Olivet Friday (Jan. 19). 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 E Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 16, 2001 - Page 11 Bucking bulls to invade Cereal City Jan. 19-21 Tickets are now on sale for the biggest event of the year at the Kellogg Arena. The eighth annual Man vs. Beast Bull Riding Championships, now a Cereal City mainstay, drawing an average crowd of 8,000 fans. It promises more action than ever this year as the 2001 event will be expanded with the Ring of Fear contest. The hard­ hitting action takes place Jan. 19-21 in downtown Battle Creek. Thirty of the Midwest's top bull riders in each performance will try and trade eight seconds of sheer terror for a paycheck worth thousands of dollars. Eight­ time Rodeo Producer of the Year and Michigan's own J Bar J Ranch once again brings its extremely talented and much heralded pen of animal athletes. The J Bar J Overtime thriller won by Junior Varsity Lions Maple Valley's junior varsity eagers defeated Potterville 81-79 last Tuesday in overtime. The game went back and fbrth for the first three quarters with neither squad able to control the game. In the fourth quarter, Potterville built an 11-point advantage. But Jeff Taylor and Jim Hirneiss each scored 6 points during the final eight minutes to bring the Lions back. The big shot of the game was a three-pointer by Ryan Gridder with 30 seconds left in regulation to send the game into overtime. Eric Smith scored 5 points in overtime and finished with a game-high 27 points. He also had the game-winning assist (a basket scored by Cam Smith) with time running out. The top rebounders for the game were Eric Smith with 14, Derek Musser with 8 and Cam Smith with 6. Jeff Taylor made 7 steals and Jim Hirneiss dished out 6 assists. The JV Lions will host Lansing Christian Tuesday (Jan. 16) and travel to Olivet Friday (Jan. 19). bulls are fanjpus on two counts; their ability to put good bull risers on the ground and their appetite for delivering bone-crushing comeuppance once they dismount their adversary. As has been the standard fair for the last four years, the bull gods will once again smile upon a few lucky bulls in their herd. A chosen few beasts have been granted permission to rain wrath and fury upon area residents with the outrageously entertaining Cowboy Poker contest. For the uniformed, Cowboy Poker is an extremely dangerous game played with four volunteer contestants who share two characteristics; they're local citizens and they're extremely fearless. While contemplating their decision to prove their courage before friends, family and acquaintances in attendance, the four sit down to a card table in the bull riding area. Their lives suddenly flash before their eyes as a swinging gate introduces a fifth player to the game, Mr. Bull. Eager to educate the players of keeping a stout fence between a bull and yourself, the raging beast is free to decide the winner by choosing which three players should be trampled first. Just when you doubted the community could produce enough courageous citizens to fill the needs of three Cowboy Poker contests, the Ring of Fear contests proves there is bravery in abundance. Five locals enter the arena for each performance to hold their ground against the beast. As with Cowboy Poker, the bull determines the winner by deciding which four contestants should he horned or Help Wanted HELP WANTED: AMERI­ CAS, a leader in the pro­ pane industry, has an imme­ diate opening for a full time route driver in our Lake Odessa district. Position con­ sists of bulk deliveries. CDL with good driving record, DOT physical and moderate mechanical ability required. Propane gas experience de­ sirable but not mandatory. We offer competitive wages and a full benefit package. Please apply or send/fax re­ sume to: Amerigas 7220 Sad­ dlebag Lake Rd., Lake Odes­ sa, MI. 48849. Phone 1-800­ 374-3929 or fax 1-517-566­ 8769.____________________ DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/.weekends. 248-7729.________________ KELLY FUELS IS now ac­ cepting applications for cashiers and stockers. Cash­ iers must be 18 years or old­ er. Wages based on experi­ ence. Pick up applications at Total Station, 495 E. Main, Vermontville. Keeler 192; J. Madden 201­ 539; G. Meaney 179-494; L. Lawson 170; S. Marsh 143; C. Covey 186; D. Penning­ ton 167; T. Pennington 208­ 602; P. Cooley 200-468; P. Bender 153; T. Bush 179; B. West 175-496; B. Wilson 172; M. Martin 175-501; S. Parker 185; P. Miles 147; H. Service 191-505. Men’s Good Games & Series — M. Keeler 204; J. Smith 189-528; J. Bartimus 225-598; R. Fay 201-572; K. Meaney 201; C. Gray 201-538; J. Lancaster 190­ 514; B. Ruthruff 209-5476; B. Madden Jr. 201-548; R. Bender 168; J. Bush 204; T. Ramey 153; D. Service 225­ 555; S. Guy 174-444., For Rent APARTMENT FOR RENT in country. 1 bedroom, whirlpool tub. No pets. First and last months rent. $600/mo includes all' utilit­ ies. Nashville area. (517)852­ 0456___________________ FOR RENT: NASHVILLE. Spacious 4 bedroom home, garage, references required. $625/month plus deposit. (517)453-4926. NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ room house with attached garage. Also, 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-9386 Business Services ABC BODY SHOP-SERV­ ING the area for 5 years. State certified in collision. Work with all insurance companys. . Fast personal service. Tired of waiting call (517)726-0955 for appoint­ ment and free estimate. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, owner. (517)543-1002 can be purchased by phone (616-965-3308) or by Ticketmaster (616-963­ 8080). All seating is reserved and some VIP seats are available for $20. For further information, call Sam Polhamus toll free at 1-800-558-8617. Eighth grade eagers win over Potterville The eighth grade basketball continues to win. posting wins on Dec. 27, 2000 and Jan. 3, 2001. The Lions beat Potterville Dec. 27 37-24. Dustin Mead had 8 points, 5 assists and 3 steals, Corey Caudill pulled down 13 rebounds, scored 4 points and made 3 steals, while Dustin Jones, Jesse Page and Devin Musser each scored 4 points. Maple Valley won over Dansville 57-44. Dansville beat Maple Valley twice last season, the only games the Lions lost all season. Jason Beardslee topped the team with 15 points and 9 rebounds, Jesse Page tallied 12 points and dished out 6 assists, Lance Burpee had 8 points, Corey Caudill scored 7 and pulled down 11 rebounds, Dustin Mead made 3 steals, had 7 assists and tallied 5 points and Dustin Jones and Willie Murray each scored 4 points. Michigan Streams and Lakes Slredm MAP Bowling results Friday Night Mixed Cook Jackson 47-25; One Olde One 43-29; We Don’t Care 42-30; Mercy 41.5­ 30.5; Late Comers 40.5­ 31.5; We’re a Mess 40-32; No Name Yet 39-29; Bad Habit II 38-34; Ten Pins 37­ 35; Rainbow Warriors 36­ 36; Viatec 35-37; All But One 34-38; Heads Out 32­ 40; Piece of Cake 31-41; Who’s Up 30-42; Gutter Dusters 30-42; Brushworks 27-45; Rocky 4 25-47. Ladies’ Good Games & Series - B. Keeler 186-509; P. Kelley 168-471; A. Ker­ ley 194-464; S. Vandenburg 234-613; L. Potter 197; S. trampled first. To enter the Cowboy Poker or Ring of Fear contest, call toll free at 1-877-988-2842. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $13 in advance or $15 the day of the show. Tickets 4434 LOST STREAM MAP FOUND AND Why every fisherman and boater needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which group you fall into... there's a sure way to up vour 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 AuSahle. 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. Professor Higbee's Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. This new 4 foot by 4 foot color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan streams & lakes. i MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another | map-known to Pennsylvania anglers as ■ the "Lost Stream Map." 1 The "Stream Map of Pennsylvania” was completed in 1965 after a thlrtyi 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 I stream and lake. He painstakingly STREAMS ; plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 1 miles of streams onto a 3 x 5 foot map. The map sold extremely well- until it RAVE REVIEWS | was lost several years after it first ' appeared in print. Incredibly, the printer : entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, "It is amazingly detailed and j then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can't even be found on topographic years of work to a landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's posses­ maps maps." John Pitarres OBSERVER-DISPATCH-Utica sion. Professor Higbee was offered i $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under lock and key. Experts told Professor Higbee that "Ifyou're looking for the most definitive maps ever created ' 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 ' depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake ... then "Professor Higbee's Stream Maps" are without question the finest. HTHoEw NarEdW BAraRnKt STAR-LEDGER Then, by combining Professor technology—the STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN was created. "Stream Map. “ Your map and guidebook will take you to the top 443 fishing waters-select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFE­ TIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off surface, with brass eyelettes for easy hanging. Send me 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid at $2375 ea. Send me 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED map(s) postage paid at $2375 ea Send me 4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED map(s) postage paid al $4375 ea. Check or money order enclosed $ SHIPPED PRIORITY MAIL EACH ROLLED ANO LAMINATED MAP SHIPPED IN A STURDY STORAGE TUBE Name City _____________ State Zip "It is in showing where to find “I never thought I'd live to see this day." ।out-of‘the-way trout streams Higbee's knowledge with computer guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the Address _ made it possible to reprint the map. Holding an updated map, Howard said, ' FREE LOCATION GUIDEBOOK INCLUDED Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman. Joe Gordon TRIBUNE-DEMOCRATJohnstown J-AD GRAPHICS 1351 N. M43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 1J �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 16,2001 - Page 12 Silsbee wins 100th; Lions prevail twice on mats Jeff Rhoades pins Bath's Pat Kalush in a match that lasted just 1:31. Randy Silsbee wraps up Lansing Christian's Luke McMasters in their match at 130, Randy Silsbee won the 100th match of his Maple Valley wrestling career last Thursday, joining teammate Jeff Rhoades in the school's 100-win club. And the Lions' team also had a very successful night, defeating Lansing Catholic 78-6 and Bath 66-15. For Silsbee, the night included a pin in 46 seconds over Lansing Catholic's Luke McMasters and a pin in 1:32 over Bath's Mike McCormick. Silsbee wrestled in the 130-pound weight class. "I was just happy that Randy got his 100th win; plus he had to wrestle for his two wins," Maple Valley coach Chris Ricketts said. Rhoades collected his 114th prep mat victory with a pin in 1:31 over Bath's Pat Kalush. Rhoades wrestled in the 152-pound weight class. Other Maple Valley triumphs against Bath were recorded by Mark Shoemaker oemaeraat 103 (vo (void), ), Andrew Kenyon at 112 (void), Brandon Brooke at 125 (void), Matt Root at 135 (pin in 1:28 over Adam See wrestling, pg. 10 Maple Valley's 100-win wrestlers, Randy Silsbee (on left) who collected No. 100 Thursday with two wins and Jeff Rhoades (onright)who collected No. 114 with a pin over his foe from Bath. Thighs and Legs Top Sirloin Pork Chops 99 Spare Ribs Chicken cen Qtrs rs USDA Choice Boneless Stuffed Pork Country Style ~ 10 lbs. or More ~ 39* lb. Lesser Amounts 7'4 12 oz. Parade 1 lb. Parade Stick Ball Park 1 lb. Pkg Margarine Orange Juice Franks $049 s/S 10-count Carnation 89* 7 oz. Banquet Hot Cocoa Mix 2/$9OO Hudsonville 12 Pack Pot Pies ice Cream Bars 2/$ 12 oz. 12 Pack orr 20 oz. 4/$ 2 Liter I Mil'*! orange Juice $4 29 ______ ----- California Tomatoes -Chicken Pizza Pepsi Milk B B$O49 1/2 Gallon Baremans Bareman’s 4/$S• T9urk 1 lb. Digiorno, Rising Crust Reps/ fc^S****^^*^ Gallon Bareman’s Whole Hudsonville 1/2 gal. Square «ice cream $099 Banacol Bananas s Vermontville Grocery ^°",eo Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-01-23.pdf abc8a7715b65e2767cdf92197f50caf0 PDF Text Text msmmLicLiBRMr MSOOJRCH ST OOfOOfOO r HASTING3’ 121 SCHURCH H/ PUBLIC LIBF Pubnstied by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 49 1351 N. M-43 High y, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 4/January 23, 2001 Basketball game altercation may result in charges for dad by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Eaton County Sher­ iffs Department is investi­ gating an alleged assault stemming from a Maple Valley varsity basketball game against Potterville Tuesday, Jan. 9. Superintendent Clark Volz said that apparently a Potterville player gave a Maple Valley player an "intentional elbow," which knocked the Maple Valley player to the ground un­ conscious. The injured player's fa­ ther, Volz said, emerged from the stands and ran to the floor to check on his son. Volz said that an ap­ parent altercation occurred between the father and the Potterville player, but he was not sure if it was of a physical nature. Eaton County Undersherriff Michael Raines said that there is an allegation Coach Reese to be honored Former Maple Valley basketball coach Jerry Reese will be honored at halftime of the Jan. 26 game against Webberville. Reese will be presented with a banner that cele­ brates his 534 career wins from his coaching career in the district from 1968­ 2000. Reese also retired as a teacher last year. "This is an open invita­ tion to all former players and assistant coaches that have worked with Jerry in the past years," said Ath­ letic Director Mike Sparks. "And, of course, all others who wish to send him off in a grand fashion." The Jan. 26 game will also be Parent's Night as well. Parents of the players will be introduced before the game. of an assault from the par­ ent to the Potterville stu­ dent and that at this time the incident remains under investigation. He said the investigation will deter­ mine what if any charges will be brought against the parties involved. Raines said the depart­ ment cannot confirm that the "elbow" was thrown in­ tentionally and said that no one has been arrested in connection with the in­ cident. "We don't know what charges will be filed by ei­ ther parties," Raines said. "Apparently there is a tape of the game which we will be reviewing." Volz said the tape he saw did not include the in­ cident because it was shut down when the Maple Val­ ley player went to the floor. "The tape was shut down because the person taping assumed the game would be delayed (at that point)," Volz said. Volz said that immedi­ ately after the incident the father was escorted from the gym by the building principal, and was imme­ diately remorseful for the confrontation. Volz said that Principal Todd Gonser and Athletic Director Mike Sparks de­ liberated on the incident and suspended the father from ten games. Volz said that though the father can appeal this decision, he did not think the father would do so, and has ap­ peared apologetic for his actions. Volz said that the Maple Valley player was dazed, but appeared okay after he was knocked down, but did not return to the game. The Potterville student returned to the game after a bit, said Volz, but as far as he knew was later sus­ pended from school for a day, and suspended from playing in four games. Volz said the game continued without incident and that the players on the two teams did not seem to be too shaken up afterward by what had happened. Volz said that this type of incident does not hap­ pen very often in the dis­ trict and that tensions were running especially high See altercation, pg. 2 All MV school district buildings now on-line by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Kory Crabtree works on the computer in the Maplewood lab. Every school has made great technology gains in the past year, says Superintendent Clark Volz. Students work on some of the fifty new computers added to the labs at the high school. The school district is now on-line at all build­ ings, and other technology gains are being made within the network. The Maple Valley Board of Education received a technology report from technology director David Anderson at this month's school board meeting. Anderson reported that all the classrooms in the high school are wired, in­ cluding upgrading hubs to 100 megabyte switches and fiber optic connec­ tions. Fifty new computers re­ side in the computer labs. Five new iMacs and three printers have been put in the journalism room to re­ place outdated machines, and six new Dell comput­ ers have been installed in the library research pod, among other improve­ ments. A recent in-service pro­ gram was held on the Group Wise and Web Speed programs, and filter­ ing software has been in­ stalled. To be completed at the high school are upgrading teachers' work stations, a new computer for the ath­ letic director's office, and other improvements. at Anderson said Maplewood all the rooms also are wired. A server has been installed and See on-line, page 2 Technology Director David Anderson talks with the school board at this month's meeting about technological gains made in the district. In This Issue • Teens replace stolen signs at intersection • Destination Imagination teams make preparation • Girl Scouts to improve Camp Merrie Woods New Maplewood playground in the works �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23,2001 - Page 2 On-line, continued from front page network configured. Office computers have been pur­ chased, installed, and the 90-foot wireless antenna that connects the schools and on-line services was installed. Data drops need to be added at Maplewood, and training in the use of the network and Internet and Intranet needs to take place. At Kellogg Elementary, Anderson said, classrooms are also wired, all infras- tructure is complete, the antenna was also a ihstalled there and staff has been trained on Web Speed and Group Wise. Server configuration needs to be checked, and a wireless branch or router needs to be hooked to the building network. At Fuller Elementary, much of the same work has been done. The school needs configuration of the server to be completed which will reside in the The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road *8P521>794'81 a laptop computer from the state. Anderson also informed the board at the meeting that the committee has applied to the Kellogg Corporation for a donation of laptop computers for student usage. Other grants that have been sought include Uni­ versal Service Fund Grant applications and 470 Ser­ vices Ordered Forms. Re­ quests also are being made for discount funding for a variety of services, includ­ ing phone and Internet. Anderson also informed the board that the district's technology plan, which was approved by the State of Michigan, is set to ex­ pire on June 30, 20002. He said the committee has been assigned the phase three cycle for submitting a new and updated plan to the state. Volz said after the meet­ ing, "We have made re­ markable gains in the past year to increase accessi­ bility of technology for our students and staff. This is a great tribute to our board's commitment to have our kids competitive in tech­ nology training. "We know the key is a lot of training for our teachers... that our teachers can be skilled in these ar­ eas. The other thing I think is important is that many of our students can qualify for careers related to the principal's office, and pro­ gram training for staff. Two new computers will be purchased for the Ad­ ministration Building, and upgrades there have al­ ready been implemented. Anderson said, "The Governor's Teacher Tech­ nology Initiative will begin later this month and run three cycles through June 30 of this year. (Superintendent Clark) Volz and I will be meeting with the staff to inform them of the qualification requirements and benefits of participation for them­ selves as well as the dis­ trict. The Technology Committee members have indicated that they are willing to help prepare teachers in their buildings for the on-line assessment needed to certify eligible staff members." The initiative is to see that each teacher receives We have “No Problem saving you money. hen you insure both your car and home with us. throt Auto-Owners Insurance Company, well save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem” Altercation, from insurance check-up. front page---------because the father was concerned about his son being injured. "This is a great dad who just lost his temper," said Volz. "The parent was coming down from the stands to check on his son, not to confront the other player. The problem happened when the father came in close proximity to the player." *Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TkiNo Mfonfbop&P TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 use of service and technology right out of high school... if they can do that, they can get a good paying job while they pursue higher education." Volz said in the future the district will be revamp- ing the curriculum to integrate the use of new technology. "We have to move ahead with the times but we also have to remember to stay strong in the basics, like reading and writing," he added. Vermontville adds part-time EMT New Vermontville EMT part timer Robin Maurer. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Robin Maurer is a new part-time Emergency Med­ ical Technician on staff at the Vermontville fire bam. Maurer joins two other part-timers in an effort to have the building staffed during the week from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. "We rotate so that there is someone here all the time," Maurer said. Maurer said that blood pressure checks are avail­ able at the fire bam during those hours, and anyone who would like theirs checked is welcome to stop in. An EMT also will go to an elderly person's home if they live in the village to check blood pressure. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULEl 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 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. • Morning Worship . Evening Worship .. .6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Senrice 6:45 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville 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 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 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 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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship........ 10 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ................ -11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev. Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book ol Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 3 p.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23,2001 - Page 3 Newest items at the Vermontville Twp. Library New books donated in memory of Kathryn Bos­ worth Hauk are: The Horse Riding and Care Handbook, by Bernadette Faurie, donat­ ed by The Vermontville Women’s Club. Also donated was Horse and Pony Care: The Complete Guides to Horses and Ponies, by Jackie Budd. A donation ofaudio books was recently made. New titles are: Drums ofAutumn, by Diana Gabaldon; The Greatest Generation Speaks, by Tom Brokaw; The White House Connection, by Jack Higgins; Black Mutiny: The Revolt on the Schooner Amistad, by William A. Owens, Official Privilege, by P.T. Deutermann; The Road to Gandolfo, by Robert Ludlum; Scimitar, by John Abbott; Captains Coura­ geous, by Rudyard Kipling. We have received the quarterly shipment of audio books from taped editions. New titles are: Black Even­ ing, by David Morrell; A Day Late and a Dollar Short, by Terry McMillan; Flying Blind, by Max Allan Collins; The Last Precinct, by Patricia Cornwell; May Day, by Nelson DeMille; Miss Marple Investigates, by Agatha Christie; Move to Strike, by Perri O’Shaugh­ nessy; My Life as A Seer, The Lost Memoirs, by Edgar Cayce, Nora, Nora, by Anne Rivers Siddons; The Run, by Stuart Woods. The library is planning to hire a clerk for 17-19 hours per week. Job description and applications are avail­ able at the library. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. <■800-535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twillte 4-6 pm dally $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $4.75 with Student ID $5.00 Late Shows Fri & Sat____ {DIGITAL STEREO Q No passes Unlimited Free Drink Refills & ,25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU Ua An Unobstructed View a SHOWS ANO SHOWTIMES GOOD 1/19 -1/24 O SAVE THE LAST DANCE (PG-13) OIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 12:00, 2:15,4:30, 7:00, 9:35 o FINDING FORRESTER (PG-13) DIGITAUSTADIUM SEATING 12:30, 3:20, 6:30, 9:10 MISS CONGENIALITY (PG-13) 12:10, 2:25, 4:40, 7:10, 9:25 CAST AWAY (PG-13) OIGITAUSTADIUM SEATING 12:50,3:40,6:40,9:20 StudentsF Students wpith oevepry Sctudoent rTicknet 11 ' HIT OUR WEB Q www.Mtl.comB 1 New videos: Urban Leg­ Animal Experimentation, by end, Being John Malkovich. David M. Haugen; Famous Adult Non-Fiction - The Trials: The Impeachment of Iguana Handbook, by R.D. Bill Clinton, by Nathan Bartlett; Alternative AnAaseng; The Transcontin­ swers to Arthritis and Rheu? ental Railroad, by Thomas matism: The Complete con­ Streissguth; Explore the ventional and alternative Outdoors - Have Fun be guide to treating chronic Smart Series: Hunting, by arthritis, by Anrie Charlish. Jack Weaver; Camping by Adult Fiction - Dr. Death, Jacqueline Ching; Snowby Jonathan Kellerman; mobiling, by Michael A. Drowning Ruth, by Christ­ Sommers; Junior Drug ina Schwarz; Speaking in Awareness Series: Pain Re­ Tongues, by Jeffery Deaver; lievers, Diet Pills and Other Shadow of the Hegemon, by Over-the-Counter Drugs, by Orson Scott Card; Code to Stephen Bird; Inhalants and Zero, by Ken Follett; From Solvents, by Dr. Linda the Corner of His Eye, by Bayer; King Arthur and the Dean Koontz; Special Ops, Round Table, by Hudson by W.E.B. Griffin; The Tin Talbott; King Arthur, by Collectors, by Stephen J. Rosalind Kerven; Life on Cannell; Lost and Found, by Ellis Island, by Renee C. Jayne Ann Krentz; A Day Rebman; It’s Raining Pigs Late and a Dollar Short, by and Noodles, by James Terry McMillan. Stevenson; Indians of the Junior Non-Fiction -1 Spy Great Lakes, by John Extreme Challenger!, by Mitchell; Great Lakes and Walter Wick; Understanding Great Ships, by John Illness; Diabetes, by Sue Mitchell; See the Stars: Your Vander Hook; Step into the First Guide to the Night Sky, Aztec and Maya Worlds, by by Ken Croswell; You Hear Fiona Macdonald; American Me? Poems and writing by Landmarks: Vietnam teenage boys, edited by Veterans Memorial, by Betsy Franco. Jason Cooper; At Issue: COMMISSION ON AGING MENU Hearty Meals Wednesday, Jan. 24 Turkey hot dog, baked beans, German pot salad, cookie, bakery bun. Thursday, Jan. 25 Shepherd’s pie w/mashed potatoes, peas, spiced apples, dinner roll. Friday, Jan. 26 Meatloaf, mashed w/gravy, green beans, diced pears, dinner roll. Monday, Jan. 29 Polish sausage, braised red cabbage, parsley pota­ toes, diced peaches, dinner roll. Tuesday, Jan. 30 Chicken alfredo, noodles, Italian vegetables, stewed tomatoes, sweet treat. Lite Meals Wednesday, Jan. 24 Egg salad, Rye Krisps, German potato salad, man­ darin oranges. Thursday, Jan. 25 Chicken and pasta salad, marinated vege’s, pineapple chunks. Friday, Jan. 26 Cheese spread, ww crack­ ers, 3-bean salad, poppyseed corn. Monday, Jan. 29 Tuna salad, English muf­ fin, asparagus ranch, salad, garden Jell-O. TANNING *4.00 Per visit Walk-ins $15.00 5 visitpackage $25.00 10 visitpkg. $40.00 20 visitpkg. Must be used withing 3 months California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am -7 pm; Sat. 8am - 12 Noon Tuesday, Jan. 30 Roast beef and cheese, ww bread, potato salad, diced peaches. Events Wednesday, Jan. 24 Hastings, nails/crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Jan. 25 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim; Taxes 8:30-12:30 fed and state. Friday, Jan. 26 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday; Taxes state only, 9-12. Monday, Jan. 29 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Jan. 30 Hastings, reading; Nashville, puzzle day. Business Services ABC BODY SHOP-SERV­ ING the area for 5 years. State certified in collision. Work with all' insurance companys. Fast personal service. Tired of waiting call (517)726-0955 for appoint­ ment and free estimate. Student support room moved The student support room has been moved to a more central location in Maplewood school. Secretary Kathy Pierce works from the room there now. Teens replace stolen signs at intersection Three teenage boys who admitted to stealing a "Stop" sign from the intersection of Wing and Huff roads in Assyria Township will not be prosecuted by the Barry County Road Commission nor the Barry County Sheriffs Department. The boys also admitted to stealing a "winding road" sign and a "double arrow" sign from Wing and Huff roads. The Road Commission originally notified police that the three signs were missing Jan. 4 but when a Road Commission emp­ loyee went to the scene to replace the signs, he Call 945-9554 for 4cf/on-ads Jobs Wanted BABYSITTING IN MY home. Vermontville/Nashville area. Flexible hours. Call (517)726-0386 anytime. Premium Wild Bird Seed 40 lb........ ..................... 20 lb...................................... Standard Wild Bird Seed 40 lb..................................... 20 lb.............................. Bulk Sunflower Seed 25 lb.............................. 50 lb.............................. Thistle Seed I lb................................ 50 lb..... Finch Seed ZZ ASHVILLE ^A SP0R7IMG HARDWARE 489 $^89 $4,69 $£39 $£29 99* $36 .............. $2375 Nashville, Michigan * 233 N. Main St. Open: Mon.-Sat. 8am to 5:30pm 852-0713 * We Ship UPS 11021021021021021^21^210210 Maple Valley Adult Education Q Is Now Enrolling Students for 2nd Semeste I VERMONTVILLE ROOFING: LICENSED & Insured. g Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. of their actions." Deputies said all three boys, aged 14, 15 and 16, seemed genuinely remorseful and grateful to find that criminal charges were not likely to be sought. We Have Wild Bird Feed In-Stock Maple Valley News ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al,-­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. Real Estate witnessed the boys already in the act of replacing the signs they had stolen. Police reported that each boy was "counseled about their behavior and the possible consequences 10 Classes are Monday thru Thursday 6-10 p.m. jg (English, GED Prep, Civics, Math, Science, Computers, U.S. History, World Geography & Independent Studies are some of the classes offered) Forfurther information please r~] contact the Kellogg Community Center at Up 517-852-2145 ask for Deb or Tate. NOTE: Maple Valley Alternative Education is enrolling 13-15 year olds in Jr. High and 16-19 year ।—। olds in the High School Program. a 10 510 510 210 S10 H10 H110 H10 510 �The Maple YaStoy Hmm. Hauhvffle Tue*a»y January 232001 - Page 4 Safety belt use among Michigan children on the rise Thanks to a new standard efil'xccnicrt law and greater publ ic a warencM. aafet y belt uac by children in Michigan improved overall to SI per­ cent last year, up from 66 percent in 1999, say UmvcrMty of M ichigan researchers In their second annual study of acai belt use by chi Idren IS and under, David W Eby and urllcaguea Lidia P. Koutymuk. Jonathon M. Vivoda and liflani A Fordyce of the U-M Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) found that nearly 97 percent of children J and under and about 75 percent of children ago *145 were restrained either in child safety scats « by safety belts The biggest improvement was made among the older group of children, w ith seat bell uae up from about 58 percent the previous year, the study shows “Undoubtedly. the irttroduction of standard enforccmcrit legislation has had an effect," Eby says “The increase in overall child restraint use is similar to the 13 percentage point increase in adult safety belt use after Michigan's safety belt law was upgraded to standard enforcement in March 2000 “Operation ABC. a nationally coordinated effort MAPLE VALLEY ftsT Real Estate designed to increase aware­ ness of child passenger safe­ ty laws, and zero-tolerance enforcement of these laws are very likely other factors contributing to the increase in child restraint use." According to the U-M study, children's rates of safety belt use were higher tf the driver of the vehicle tn which the kids were nding also was wearing a safety belt About 86 percent of children with belted drivers budded up. compared with 52 percent of those nding with unrestrained drivers “The single most impor­ tant factor in child occupant restraint use is adult safety belt use.” Eby says “When the driver is belted, many studies, including this one. have established that child occupants arc much more likely to he restrained This trend ts especially evident for the 4-to-15-ycar-old age group" Among this age group, safety belt use rates were 82 percent when the driver of the vehicle was wearing a scat belt, but only 35 percent when not, the researchers say. On the other hand, Eby and colleagues found that the gender of the driver had virtually no effect on whether a child buckled up In fact, rates were slightly higher for children riding with male drivers (about 84 percent) than for those with female motonsts (about KO percent). MsnOsr ot Qraaiar Lansing Aaaodation of Meekers, and Multiple Listing Services. Also Grand Rapids Multpte Listing Service 227 N MAIN ST.. NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 f«i: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lanaing-realestate.com Brose, Homer Wlnegar, GRI HhflS" MLS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan A Homer Winegar, GRI Nyle Welle. QRI (Assoc. Broker) Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) Eves 726-0223 726-1234 852-5066 “Previously adult safety belt surveys conducted in Michigan have shown that females are more likely than males to use a safety belt Eby says. “As children arc much more likely to be restrained in vehicles in which the adult driver is also belted, it could be expected that child passengers would have a higher restraint use rate in vehicles with a female driver. However, no significant difference was found,” In addition, the researchers say that children riding in vans/minivans, sport-utility vehicles and pickup trucks (about 85 per­ cent) were somewhat more likely to wear safety belts than those in passenger cars (about 78 percent). In 1999, the rate for both cars and pickups was about 60 per­ cent. “This finding was surpris­ ing because passenger car safety belt use in Michigan is usually about the same as belt use in vans, minivans and SUV’s,” Eby says. Finally, while the study found that seating position (front seat vs. rear scat, cen­ ter seat vs. window scat) made little difference in Vermontville women’s club hears about conservation The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) Vermontville held their January meeting at the Methodist Church. Mary Fisher, program chairwoman for the evening, obtained guest speaker Matthew Dykstra of the Michigan State University Groundwater Stewardship Program. The role of this programs to provide educa­ tion, cost share, and techni­ cal expertise on groundwater and reduce threats to its quality. Groundwater is regarded as important because all public and private water sup­ ply systems in the Tri­ County region rely on it as their primary water source. This water is susceptible to contamination from a num­ ber of homeowner activities. However, with education on proper stewardship, this resource can be protected for current and future genera­ tions. Dykstra reviewed haz­ ardous household products, yard and garden care, drink­ ing water, well management, storm water and erosion, watersheds, household waste. He brought in a dis­ play ofhow water gets cont­ aminated. The Nominating Commit­ tee, Liz Snodgrcss, Joyce Rathbum, and Lois Sipe pre­ sented a slate of offices to be voted on next meeting. The next general meeting will be held at the Methodist Church Feb. 5. New mem­ bers are always welcome. CALENDAR OF EVENTS MSU EXTENSION OFFICE Jan. 22 Rabbit Dev. Committee mtg., 7 p.m., Hastings High School Ag Room Jan. 22 Fancy Feathers Poultry Club meeting Hope Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. OooMr wuk built In IWQ 2 full twths. kit< hen dining room, "Combo . IM flrwM to undry lent ed dog run quirt netting clone Io pork C«N Jerry for more deto il a or •ppointmenl to tee’ (H I 16) NEW LISTING NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded* range In size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) On 2nd floor building i<t 20.79 dr has basemen! Apartment* have separate utilities, front dr rear stairs (all Homer lor more details » Appointment to see (H I 17) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRESI VERMONTVILLE Good location blacktop road newrr window roof ft furnace need* some TLC on the Inside Call loda> lor your private show­ ing (all Nyle (CM-IO61 Bcacuc of recent "SOI OS" and Pending Transit tlons we are in need of 'LISTINGS"! Call us today If you have property or a home to sell! BE YOUR OWN BOSS! 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home. "Tudor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/flreplace, first floor laundry back yard nicely landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) Thriving small town cafe many recent updates make this a great opportunity!! Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or 2 ACRES NORTH OF NASHVILLE rent for extra income. Call Nyle Perked fir surveyed, ideal for manufactured home. Some trees, dose to might be to own your own busi- town. All this for just $14,900. ness. (V-113) Call Nyle today. (VL-73) VACANT LAND today to find out how easv it 26 27 27 29 Feb. 1 For Rent IN NASHVILLE THRff Bf RANCH HOME whether a child was buckled up or not, nearly half of the children ages 4-15 and more than 5 percent ofthose under 4 were observed in the front seat - despite numerous studies that show children are much safer in a rear seat. “Public information and education programs should focus on increasing restraint use for older children regardless of seating posi­ tion, while enforcing the idea that children are at much less risk of injury in a motor vehicle crash if they arc seated in the rear,” Eby says. Data for the study was col­ lected by observing the safe­ ty belt use of children in vehicles arriving and depart­ ing sites such as schools, fast-food restaurants, skat­ ing rinks, malls, movie the­ aters and recreation centers. Nearly 3,400 children were observed at 128 sites located in Michigan’s 28 most popu­ lous counties. The study was sponsored by the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. APARTMENT FOR RENT in country. 1 bedroom, whirlpool tub. No pet s. First and last months rent. $600/mo includes all utilit­ ies. Nashville area. (517)852­ 0456 Township Hall, 6:30 p.m. Horse Judging Mtg. 6 p.m., Sam Schroder’s Farm. Green and White Hog Show, MSU Pavilion. Block & Bridle Little International MSU Pavilion. Goat TB and Diseases Workshop 7 p.m. Extension Office. Market Steer Pre-Rcgislration forms due in the Extension office. Beach over 4,000 area homes with a Maple Valiev News ACTION-Ad. Call 1-800-870-7085. What Does Advance Planning Really Mean? It Means You Decide ... You make all the decisions about your own funeral now alternative service. And, as you know, everything gels more expensive, so you can buy al today’s prices. We have a plan to fit your financial situation. Call today for an appointment We’re here to help. Family Service NOW! ren Funeral Home, Inc. David C. Wren, President 1401 N. Broadway at Woodlawn Ave. Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-2471 instead of someone else having to make the choice about a caskeL clergy, church, graveside or RepmenUtive SueLaJoye MAPLE £££[ Scott A. Daniels, Manager 204 North Queen St Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23,2001 - Page 5 Applicants sought for Vermontville Syrup Queen contest Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen candidates are being sought for the annual competition which is open to all junior girls who at­ tend Maple Valley High School. The person who is se­ lected will reign as syrup queen for 2001. Applica- tions for the contest are available in the high school office. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31. The new maple syrup queen and an alternate queen will be selected at a 7 p.m. community program Tues­ day, Feb. 13 at the Ver­ montville Congregational Church, said Marlene Mar­ tin, who has coordinated the contest and worked with the queens and courts for many years. The event, sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club, includes a dinner. The queen and her alter­ nate will reign over the Ver­ montville Syrup Festival, which is held the last week­ end in April, and will pro­ mote locally-produced maple syrup products around the state at other times during the year. They are expected to appear in 12 to 14 pa­ rades. A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the queen. The alternate will receive $250. montville Maple Syrup AsMileage also is paid for the sociation at parades within a two to represent the Ver-50 radius ofVermontville. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Eaton Federal Savings Bank is committed to our community and proud to offer exceptional financial products and services. As a mutual savings bank that's owned by depositors like you, we reinvest our profits in the people we serve. From allocating money to various community projects to low-interest mortgages, and no minimum balance Thrift Checking, supporting our community has been our corporate mission for over 64 years-and it always will be. While many banks have merged or changed ownership, Eaton Federal remains community based and independent, continuing to preserve our local hefitage. For you, this means the benefit of local decision making, by local people, and a place where gratitude for your business shines through in every transaction. We want to thank all of our loyal customers, your partnership is the combination that helped us achieve another year of steady growth. 1937 1957 1977 $30,150 $3,728,655 199 $51,320,359 $208,193,260 I 2000 $264,989,020 J DIRECTORS Floyd M. Jewell Donald L. Hummel JeffWildren L. Daryl Baker Martin Latchaw Vince Ferris Timothy Jewell OFFICES CHARLOTTE, 236 S. Cochran EATON RAPIDS, 207 S. Main NASHVILLE, 109 S. Main OLIVET, 1037 S. Main GRAND LEDGE, 500 S. Clinton Eaton Federal Home Office Branch Office Branch Office Branch Office Branch Office OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FDIC INSURED | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23, 2001 — Page 6 Destination Imagination teams make preparation by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Destination Imagination teams in the school district are hard at work in prepa­ ration for their March 10 competition. Destination Imagination is creativity-based team competition in which stu­ dents work on problem solving, skits and public speaking. Improvisational skills also are employed. One team at Maplewood Elementary Friday was busy working on a project for the competition. The team was busy gluing and creating a structure made from wood and paper. Coached under teacher Karen Kirchhoff, the team is building a structure that has three parts. The struc­ ture must weigh in at less that 3 1/2 ounces and it has to bear weight. The minimum it must hold is 12 pounds, and the most, 300 pounds. Points for the problem solving include how much the structure weighs com­ pared to how much it can hold. Students also have to come up with a skit to per­ form as a group, working the structure and its weight bearing demonstration into the skit. Student Helena Kirch­ hoff said, "The name of the problem is triplicity... our team has seven kids in it, all from the fifth grade. We have been meeting twice a week for two hours each time to work on it." The students said they have already created other demos of the project, but have yet to build one that will sustain the required weight. Meagan VanEngen said, "We need a skit, too, that has to be eight minutes long... we have to make the skit in a way it ex­ plains why we are weight­ ing our structure like we are." Destination Imagination teammates work on their skit last Friday. The team must build a weight bearing structure that weighs less than 3 1/2 ounces and supports at least 12 pounds. This Destination Imagination team was busy working on their project last week, (back row, left) Jacob Kirk, David Terpening, Helena Kirchhoff, coach Karen Kirchhoff, and Aleisha Strong, (front row, left) Randy Henry, Emily Eldred, and Meagan VanEngen. Maple Valley School Lunch Menus Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 24 Choose One - Wet burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 25 H.S. Hungry Howies. Choose One - Pizza, cheese- burger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Jan. 26 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, California blend, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. Monday, Jan. 29 Choose One - Rib sand- wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, tater tots, apple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 30 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, grape push-up, juice, milk. Savings Bank is excited to announce the completion of ourr remodeling project at our Nashville office. To thank you for your patience, and invite you to see our new look, we're hosting an Open House Join Us For The Festivities 9:00 - 4:30 • Thursday, January 25th Stop by have refreshments with Dawn and our friendly staff. While you re there, check out our new ATM and Night Depository. Eaton Federal, changing to make banking better for you! OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30. Saturday 9-Noon 10g g Majn Nashwi|Ie . 852-1830 �JV eagers rebound for win against Olivet Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball team got back on the winning track Friday with a 68-56 win over Olivet. In the two previous games, the Lions played poorly and dropped contests to Dansville (61-35) and Lansing Christian (64-54). In the Olivet contest, Maple Valley trailed by one point at half (30-29), but a 25-point third quarter propelled them past the Eagles. The win improved the team's season mark to 6­ 3. Three players scored in double figures as Eric Smith tallied 18 points, Jeff Taylor also added 18 and Jim Himeiss managed 10. Smith also pulled down 17 rebounds and dished out 5 assists. Taylor contributed 5 steals. Hirneiss dished out 7 assists. Brandon Schantz also played a solid game, scoring 9 and pulling down 6 rebounds. The Lions will travel to Portland Tuesday and host Webberville Friday. La Leche League to meet The name La Leche is Spanish and means “the milk.” A nonsectarian, non­ profit organization, La Leche League’s purpose is to offer encouragement, information and support women wanting to breastfeed their babies. La Leche League is holding a series of meetings in the Vermontville area. Ifyou are breastfeeding or preg- TAXES • TAXES nant and thinking about breastfeed you are welcome to come. During meetings, 726-1264 for directions. All women who are interested in breastfeeding are the group informally dis- invited, as are their babies. cusses different phases of The group also has a lending breastfeeding. The topic for library with topics on preg­ tthis month’s meeting will be nancy, childbirth, breast“The Advantages g of feeding, eedng, child c d development, deveopment, Breastfeeding to Mother and and nutrition. For further Baby.” The meeting will be information about La Leche held at 5777 Irish Road, League or help with breastVermontville, 10 a.m. on feeding call Kathy at 517Thursday, Jan. 25. Call 517- 726-1264. Your Film Processing B Headquarters... Headquarters The Best Color Possible! That’s what at you yo get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your photosL Large 4” X 6” prints, color corrected & printed on Kodak’s No. 1 brand Royal paper in matte or glossy finish. 35MM 24 EXPOSURE ROLL 4” PRINTS SINGLE EXPOSURE SET now only... • TAXES • TAXES r at Printing Plus RL Hill Tax Service £ u § Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, </) 111 Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business 5 m ► NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad m • Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience • TAXES • TAXES Magnetic back prints! Let us take that special print you’ve selected to display in your kitchen, office or... wherever! We’ll apply our special magnetic backing. m Lot 37, Nashville • TAXES • TAXES Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. (AAA Nathan J. Davidson Army National Guard Pvt. Nathan J. Davidson has graduated from the Hftvywheeled vehicle mechaj® advanced individual training course at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the course, the sol­ dier learned to perform unit maintenance on heavy duty vehicles, including prime movers designated as more than five tons and associated trailers, such as crane, hoist, and winch assemblies, and material handling equip­ ment; performed mainte­ nance and repaired systems, chassis, and assemblies per­ taining to brake, ignition, engine, electrical, axle, hydraulic, transmission, sus­ pension, wheel, and steering. He is the son of Lisa J. Parish ofNashville. Call 945-9554 for classifieds 4” X 6” Enlargements Select that special print from any roll of film processed (24 exposure roll) & WE WILL ENLARGE IT TO 8” X10” I ,r 8.5” X 11” 8.5” X 11” Color Copies QQ0 1 exposure ww 1 EXPOSURE 11”X17” $1.19 B&W Copies -|E0 now only... I w Available as low as 70 each in quantities! For all your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! We want you to get the best color reproduction available 1040. That's a lot of weight to carry on your shoulders. (►Trying to do your own taxes is quite a burden. Fortunately, we do it for a living to make sure you get everything you have coming. And to help from your families’ photographs. Color Copies Folding & Laminating pers~ olors & lighten your load. Textures ...and more! H&R BLOCK 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, ML 48827 1-517-663-1331 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23, 2001 - Page 8 Girl Scouts plan to improve Camp Merrie Woode Jan Barker, executive director, and Kathy Mills, Girl Scout public relations director, stand by a map of the camp area being considered for future planning. More than 60 people showed up over the course of three days to take part in the initial planning for Camp Merrie Woode Girl Scout Camp. by Ruth Zachary Staff Writer Glowing Embers Girl Scout Council of Barry County organized a gather­ ing Jan. 13-15 to make plans for improving the grounds at Camp Merrie MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS • POSITION OPENING • Assistant to the Director of Transportation & Operations School Year Position: 5 hours/day, Monday through Friday Salary: Based on qualifications Qualifications: High school graduate, at least 21 years of age • Must possess a valid chauffeurs license/CDL and be capable of meeting all state requirements for driving bus • Must pass a physical exam, drug and alcohol testing and meet any other reasonable physical requirements of employer • Ability to work effectively with parents, students and other district employees Duties include transportation and operations dispatch­ ing, bus driver training, assisting in other administrative duties. A complete job description can be obtained by contacting the Superintendent’s Office, 517-852-9699. Applications should be made in writing to Superintendent Clark Volz, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by Friday, February 2, 2001. Woode, which serves more than 6,000 girls in a fivecounty area. The design workshop in­ cluded Girl Scouts from Barry, Allegan, Kalama­ zoo, Calhoun counties and part of Van Buren County, with at least 60 people at­ tending over the three days. Their parents, lead­ ers, architects and Girl Scout executives attended to formulate basic con­ cepts for the future facili­ ties of the camp. Background information, including history and exist­ ing conditions, was pro­ vided each day. Tours of the grounds and a slide show were part of the ac­ tivities. People who attended di­ vided into groups to dis­ cuss different areas or as­ pects for the camp prop­ erty planning in the after­ noons. Elements in need of improving were the focus. Open 24 Hours Now Open 24 Hours 230 S. Main Street Nashville - Park & enter rear of building - Architects Hal Hayes of HOKArchitects in New York, Vicky Nelson and Norman L Hamann of Deikema/Hamann Architects from Kalamazoo are wording yvittx thp.C^irl Scout Council on the project. Kathy Mills, the Girl Scout public relations di­ rector, explained the camp was first built in 1928, with outhouse "bathroom" facilities. At this time, there are only two flush toilets at the camp. The Stone House dining facility was the building where the "charette" was held. Charette is an archi­ tectural term for a "proto­ type on a cart" wheeled around to gather informa­ tion in a think tank open space, Mills explained. As a first step in the planning process, brain­ storming and input from the girls in small groups was solicited as a founda­ tion for the process, where architects and leaders would take note, so the eventual result would meet the Scouts' needs. Everyone involved was asked to keep in mind Girl Scout goals so the camp facility contributes to ac­ tivities that support the creation of healthy citi­ zens, Mills said. In gen­ eral, these goals would in­ clude girls who can reach their full potential, who can relate well to others, who can embrace positive values, and who can con­ tribute to society. A place that encourages these traits should feel se­ cure, encourage accep­ tance, a sense of self worth, provide experiences to develop self, indepen­ dence and control, and en­ courage relationships, and build skills through prac­ tice, contribution, mastery, experience and accom­ plishment. The camp serves to bring inner city girls and rural girls together at camp and the experience tends to dispel differences. Girls will be involved at every step of the process, Mills explained, even in the eventual construction of grounds improvement. e Bethany Adams, a se­ nior Girl Scout from Maple Valley came to the event Saturday afternoon, Jan. 13. She worked with a smaller group on the area by the lake. "People have many dif­ ferent ideas, and some are very good ones," she said. One idea Adams liked was having large porches Continued on next page Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands _____Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ w Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer 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. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. January 23. 2001 - Page 9 Layout of Camp Merrie Woode. ronment," Barker ex­ plained. "Leaders strive to build leadership skills, to encourage decision mak­ ing, goal setting and self confidence through activi­ ties which happen in a nur­ turing environment. "If a girl can come to camp and make wise deci­ sions here, they can take those skills out in a more challenging environment. Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile Continued on page 10 - Call for FREE Estimates — HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 In another area, several workshop attendees brainstorm with suggestions. Lizzie Sundrla, a Girl Scout from Maple Valley (second from the left at back), says she enjoys listening to the views and ideas people are expressing, and agrees with everything she has heard at this point. From previous page on the cabins to encourage girls to get together during their camp experiences. Another group worked on camping unit possibilities, such as cabins and tents, anywhere on the grounds, brainstorming on ways to improve them, and where they would work best. Executive Director Jan Barker stressed getting in­ put and ideas from the Girl Scouts and their leaders in the beginning stage of planning new facilities was very important. "We need facilities that will make the programs possible, that have never been possible before," she said, adding that the girls are talking about an as­ tronomy center as a physi­ cal facility. An observatory deck where girls could ob­ serve cloud formations or the stars has been sug­ gested. Incorporating more in­ tangible goals is also a major focus of the plan­ ning. A place to find an­ swers to questions in a safe non-threatening envi­ ronment, where they could not get the same individ­ ual instruction in school is being discussed, Barker said. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS • POSITION OPENING • Systems Accountant Full Time Position: Monday through Friday Salary: $27,000-36,000 - Based on qualifications Qualifications: • Accounting degree or accounting experience preferred • Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet soft­ ware • Accuracy and attention to detail required • Excellent written and verbal communication skills ■ Analytical and problem solving skills • Teamwork and multi-project management skills necessary Duties include receipting and depositing funds, reconciling accounts, purchase order preparation and accounts payable, financial reporting, and assisting with other Central Office responsibilities. A complete job description can be obtained by contacting the Superintendent’s Office, 517-852-9699. Applications should be made in writing to Superintendent Clark Volz, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by Friday, February 2, 2001._____________ On a broader scale, those planning the changes would like to create a space where the girls' emotional well being, self confidence and experience allows them to expand and grow toward adulthood. WE’RE SAVING YOU A SEAT. JOHN DEERE DAY2001 Castleton Twp. Board Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD January 3, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent with the exception of L. Pixley. Eight people were in atten­ dance from the public. Minutes were approved. Amended the election budget. Treasurer’s report was accepted. Bills in the amount of 12,221.30 were approved for payment. Jerry Reese presented infor­ mation on the cemetery pro­ gram. The names on the Planning Advisory Committee will be sent to the County Planning and Zoning. Committee reports were given. Correspondence was dis­ cussed. Public comment was heard. A variance for the proposed sawmill will be 1-22-01 at 7:30 p.m. at the Courts and Law Building in Hastings. The fire and ambulance depts, were commended on the job they do. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor Join us as we celebrate the future of agriculture and its people at John Deere Day 2001. Take a look at the newest in equipment and technology, get to know our parts and service staff, or just chat with your neighbors... they’ll all be there. So come out for John Deere Day 2001. We’re saving a seat just for you. Saturday, Feb. 3 • 7:30 am till 2:30 pm Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 _ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23, 2001 - Page 10 Maple Valley seniors go 5-0 for Lions’ mat men The seniors stepped up for Maple Valley’s wrestling team at the Jan. 13 Edwardsburg Tournament. Chad Spears, Jason Silsbee, Jeff Rhoades and Matt Thome all went 5-0 for the Lions. Maple Valley, as a team, beat Cassapolis 43-36, lost to Sturgis 43-32, defeated Plainwell 47-30, lost to "Chad got an escape m the second period and held the kid down in the third. Randy (Silsbee), Jeff (Rhoades), Chad (Spears) and Matt (Thome) wrestled well." Brandon Brook won three matches at 125, Andrew Kenyon two matches at 112, Jeremy Dunn one match at 119 and Josh Grasman one match at 189. Edwardsburg 54-24 and lost to Constantine 58-18. Overall assistant coach Tony Wawiernia was pleased with how the Lions fared at Edwanisburg, especially the accomplishments ofthe four seniors. "Chad (Spears) had a great match against a Constantine kid, 1-0," Wawiernia said. 8th-grade eagers win four more The eighth grade basketball team continued its winning streak by winning four recent games against Lansing Christian 47-42 Jan. 10, Leslie 55-14 Jan. 15, Olivet 41-35 Jan. 17 and Olivet 65-19 Jan. 17. Jeff Bowman led the way against Lansing Christian with 12 points and 3 steals, Dustin Mead scored 10 and Caudill dished out 3 assists to go along with 6 points and Lance Burpee had 5 points, 3 assists and 6 steals. In the first game against Olivet, Jason Beardslee scored 13 points and pulled down 7 rebounds, Jesse Page had 12 points, 4 assists and 5 rebounds, Corey Caudill collected 9 caroms and tallied 10 points and Devin Musser added 4 points. Willie Murray scored 14 points, had 9 rebounds and made 5 steals in the second win over Olivet, Dustin Jones tallied 13 points, Dustin Mead made 5 steals, 7 assists and scored 13, Jeff Bowman added 13 points, 8 assists and 16 rebounds, Jason Beardslee tallied 6 markers and Lance Burpee scored 4 points. dished out 3 assists, Dustin Jones connected for 9 points with three three-pointers, Lance Burpee added 5 points and Jesse Page scored 4 points and dished out 4 assists. Jesse Page scored 9 points against Leslie, Jeff Bowman tallied 8, Willie Murray had 7 points and 7 rebounds, Jason Beardslee had 6 points and 6 rebounds, Corey FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (517) 852-9565 (616) 374-7595 Maple Valley wrestling coach Chris Ricketts observes the action on the mat with 100-win wrestlers Randy Silsbee and Jeff Rhoades. Camp Merrie Woode, continued from page 9 When they face tough choices there, then they can make wise decisions, because they have had the practice." Barker added that "Magical things already happen here. We have provided that environment for 85 years. This process is even more special, because the girls are integrally in­ volved in forming the plans for the future of the camp." Debbie Bowler, the membership specialist for Barry County, also was in­ volved in this event. In Barry County, her job is to offer leadership train­ ing, to work with Girl Scout leaders in the county, help leaders to provide opportunities and programs to meet the specific needs of girls, (like an activity related to sci­ ence and math), arrange for girls to attend camp, to meet inner city girls and to be exposed to urban the­ ater and arts programs. Bowler organizes overnight summer camps and week long camp expe­ riences for girls in Delton, Hastings and Nashville at Hastings High School. In some cases she organizes busing service for girls who cannot stay overnight at these camps. She explained not all girls attending Camp Merrie Woode have to be a Girl Scout to go. There are scholarship opportunities for girls who need extra help to take part in some of these character building activities. People who want infor­ mation may call 1-800­ 788-4919 or 948-7749, or 948-9391. AMERICA’S CABINETMAKER4 Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Cabinets Celotex g insulation ml jConic nome.to quality, Andersen. Plywood Lumber Plumbing Supplies USC L Drywall ggsggggggggg /'Oak z Pine Molding Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Power Tools Roofs * Dry Mix Crete & Supply & Wolverine Technologies Time for New Silling? Marque-Line I1 DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors 3 B The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset' hometown! LUMBER & HARDWARE Q 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 £3 www.hometownlumber.com K Debbie Bowler, a membership specialist for Barry County, works with leaders in the county, helps leaders to provide opportunities and programs to meet the specific needs of girls, (like an activity related to science and math), arranges for girls to attend camp or more urban theater and arts programs, and offers leadership training. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 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 Pip • 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23,2001 - Page 11 Soccer Spot offers Lions take SMAA battle in double OT jobs, opportunities Anyone interested in playing indoor soccer this winter at the Soccer Spot in Grand Rapids should now take action. Located at the comer of 32nd St. SE and Lake Eastbrook, this new soccer complex has five indoor soccer fields. The winter session will begin Feb. 27. The sessions are expected to fill up fast. Anyone interested in playing soccer, but does not have a team to play on, can register as an individual and be placed on a house team. On-site registration will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-l p.m. in the construction trailer. For more information, or to register, call the Soccer Spot at (616) 464-1000. Further information can also be found at www.soccerspot.net. The Soccer Spot will also hold open interviews Jan. 22 from noon-8 p.m. at the construction trailer for concessions, store, night manager or referee positions. Youth instructional classes will start March 6. Information on these classes can also be obtained by calling (616) 464-1000. Local Die Hards compete at GVSU The Die Hards Track Club, consisting of Maple Valley, Olivet, Pennfield and Bellevue schools, competed at Grand Valley State University Sunday, Jan. 14. Maple Valley athletes who competed were Ashley Gordeneer in the pole vault, Micah Tobias in the 55meter dash Gordeneer leaped 7' while Tobias ran her event in 7.07. Yolanda Schriner, from Olivet, ran the 55-meter dash in 8.22, Anna Augustine, from Bellevue, ran the 1600-meters in 6.29. Gordeneer, Tobias, Schriner and Augustine teamed up in the 1600-meter relay and finished first in 4:56. Nathaniel Yenger competed in the 800-meter and the 1600-meter. Rights Act to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention. Io make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- host Webberville Friday. Friday's game will be Parents Night as well as a celebration honoring long­ time coach Jerry Reese. Reese coached hoops at Maple Valley from 1968­ 2000 and will be honored at half-time. Coaching both girls and boys hoops, Reese collected 534 wins during his career. Maple Valley faces two wrestling foes The wrestling squad was in action Wednesday, Jan. 17 defeating Comstock 66-9 and Lakewood 45-34. Winners against Comstock were Andrew Kenyon at 112 (void), Brandon Brooke at 125 (pin in 31 seconds), Randy Silsbee at 130 (pin in 23 seconds), Matt Brumm at 140 (pin in 2:43), Zack Vorce at 145 (pin in 55 seconds), Jeff Rhoades at 152 (void), Chad Spears at 160 (void), Jason Silsbee at 171 (void), Josh Grasman at 189 (void) and Matt Thome at 215 (void). Scoring victories over Lakewood were Andrew Kenyon at 112 (pin in 1:26), Brandon Brooke at 125 (pin in 3;28), Randy Silsbee at 130 (pin in 2:33), Jeff Rhoades at 152 (pin in 1:22), Chad Spears at 160 (8-1 decision), Jason Silsbee at 171 (pin in 48 seconds), Matt Thome at 215 (pin in 4:27) and Ben Swan at 275 (pin in 5:00). PRINTER? Graphics FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A license. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. All real estate advertising in this *news Michigan Civil Eric Goris and 10 rebounds from Casey VanEngen. Aaron Hoekje topped the Eagles with 14 points. Olivet led 16-3 after the first quarter, but Maple Valley continued to inch its way back into it and tied the game 56-56 near the end of intermission. Maple Valley plays at Portland Tuesday and will Looking For a NationalAds FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act Maple Valley's varsity basketball team improved to 6-2 overall (3-2 in the SMAA) with a 80-66 win last Tuesday over the Pilgrims from Lansing Christian. Darin Thrun scored 22 points, Eric Goris 11 and John Terberg 10 for the victorious Lions. Eric Goris also proved to be a force on the glass with 16 rebounds. Nick Jones collected 10 caroms to go along with his 8 points. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1­ 800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. The Michigan state office of Youth Basketball Of America is accepting teams for their boys' leagues which begin in February. Two leagues, a 12-andunder and a 14-and-under will run from February through March. The league fee is $65 and each team is guaranteed eight games. Fees include $10 per player and $30 per coach. Deadline for entry is Jan. 26. Interested teams and/or coaches should contact the Michigan YBOA state office at (517) 484-0333. and the past Pilgrims BLACK 1998 GRAND Am GT: 1 owner, excellent con­ dition inside & out. Power everything, sunroof & CD player. Grey interior, 86,000 miles, $9,795. (616)891-7874 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. which collectively make it illegal Lion eagers shoot years. Maple Valley is now 7-2 overall and 4-2 in the SMAA. Olivet dropped to 5-3 and 4-2. The team effort Friday included 12 points and 10 rebounds from Devin Phenix, 13 points and 5 assists from Darin Thrun, 13 points from Nick Jones, 13 points from John Terberg, 10 points from Automotive YBOA leagues begin in January PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: It was a real team effort Friday as Maple Valley shot its way past SMAA rival Olivet 81-71 in a double overtime contest at Olivet High School. The win was the Lions first over the Eagles in six HELP WANTED: AMERI­ CAS, a leader in the pro­ pane industry, has an imme­ diate opening for a full time route driver in our Lake Odessa district. Position con­ sists of bulk deliveries. CDL with good driving record, DOT physical and moderate mechanical ability required. Propane gas experience de­ sirable but not mandatory. We offer competitive wages and a full benefit package. Please apply or send/fax re­ sume to: Amerigas 7220 Sad­ dlebag Lake Rd., Lake Odes­ sa, MI. 48849. Phone 1-800­ 374-3929 or fax 1-517-566­ 8769. Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the BARN! SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! • • • • • • • • • • • Letterheads Business Cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber Stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons calendars Catalogs Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. " " j Hour or Next Day Processing • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bffwy County’s most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 FOX (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY \M.\* WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 1.M.M M333 M 13 ’ M » »i >t1» »»<» �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 23, 2001 - Page 12 New Maplewood playground in the works Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport said he has reconstructed the Maplewood pla“y.‘gZround‘ committee, and they ho.pe to have theJ playground redone this summer. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A committee has been meeting to determine the best use of playground space at Maplewood Ele­ mentary. Principal Fred Daven­ port said a committee of teachers and parents has been trying to revise a playground plan that was proposed last year. A new playground for the school has been in the works for a couple of years and funds have been raised by the PTO and money set aside by the school for that pur­ pose. Davenport said that as soon as he was hired last year he had been looking at what had already been done about playground plans. "As it stands right now, I have redeveloped the committee that had origi­ nally started to determine Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! The basketbail courts on Maplewood will be redone during spring break. what had been done and what to do... we have re­ quested different compa­ nies to come in and assess the present playground and give recommendations on what type of playground should be there," he said. Davenport said the orig­ inal proposal was made last spring, but it never went to the school board for approval. "We need to check to see if some of those prices are still holding, and also I think there will be some changes... I think they proposed four basketball headboards be put in and I think we are now thinking about six... I think the basic proposal and layout is good." Davenport said goals for the playground finally going in have been set. He said he would like to see the courts put in during spring break, and the play­ ground this summer. We just don’t want to tear it up when the kids are here and want to use the area," he said. Davenport said the basketball courts are "dilapidated" as they stand now, and new asphalt would also be poured for them. He said the next step that will bring the school closer to having the pro­ ject completed is submitting a plan to the school board. "We expect to do that prior to April," he said. oo SAVINGSl^: Beef Sizzler Cubed Beef Sizzlers s25® $M04 9Lb. Lb. Lb. Lb. Eckrich Lunch Meat Bologna Deli Sliced Shrimp s9” 0 13-1/2 oz. Roast Beef $9 89 Ground Chuck Cooked & Peeled 41-50 ct. " Doritos "t,\ 10 lbs. & over *1.59 lb Asst. Var. 6-Pack 2 Liter *7UP 7«UP Lb. Deli Sliced Deli Sliced Ham 12-1/4 oz. Lay’s Turkey Breast Potato Chips/ Lb. 2 Liter 2 Liter Barq s Minute Maid Root Beer 99 e 99^ km 1/2 Gal. Asst. Flavors Country Maid Tomatoes Ice Cream + dep. Delmonte dep. 2 Liter Pineapple Cherry Coke .*99 s2 99* Vermontville Grocery ea. Bareman’s 16 oz. Bareman s Gallon Chip Dip 2% Milk MB* Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday '4 4 ■A � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-01-30.pdf a98e242de5fe0347798ce425b4edcfd3 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 4905S-1B3 A n VRkCEll ■ACTINGS 121 Sv BASTINGS hit HA TINGS •5 CHURCH ST TINi Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 5/January 30, 2001 Nashville approveswater bonding project by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council voted unani­ mously Thursday to pub­ lish a notice in the local paper of the intent to bond up to $3 million for the water project. The water project has been debated for a long time, and several different options of the size of the project have discussed in the past year. After careful considera­ tion, the council has de- cided to go for the largest project size which will improve the water pressure for nearly all residents who have low pressure, remove iron from the water and several other major en­ hancements. If the people of Nashville do not wish to have the village go through with the project, they now have 45 days to petition to bring the matter to a vote of the people. If the people decide to petition for a vote, time ...by splitting the project we might be causing more of a hardship for the community by taking a chance on loan rates five or ten years in the future. - Councilwoman.Bonnie White will be very limited as to breaking ground on the project this year, and there is a possibility that if the project is delayed, the village will lose the low iin- terest rate and lose poten­ tial grant money. This is because if the village de­ lays the project this year it will have to reapply for the grants and rates, and there is no guarantee Nashville will be at the top of the list next year or the year after that. The council seemed to support the largest project size based on several fac­ tors. One factor is that the improvements would bene­ fit nearly all residents. Some council members said they felt that if water rates were to go up, all should be able to see a benefit, not just segments of the village. Another factor is that it was generally agreed that these improvements had to be done, and if the project was broken down into smaller increments it would cost significantly more than doing it all at once. "...by splitting the project we might be causing more of a hardship for the com­ munity by taking a chance on loan rates five or ten See water project, pg. 2 fiddler on the Roof’ to start Feb. 9 in Vermontville by/Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Revue will present "Fiddler on the Roof Feb. 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. The musical is based on the story of the dairyman Tevye, his .family and a village in Russia in the early 1900s. Tevye is trying to eke out a living with five daughters. He must find the oldest three husbands and this proves to not be so easy. Each daughter drives Tevye to review his traditionalvalues in their own ways. Tevye ‘has a per­ sonal relationship with God, and he strives to keep his faith, race and culture alive amidst the •unstability of the Jewish life in turbulent political times.. Director Don Pierce said the musical was incredibly moving on many different levels. "It tells a-tale of strife... it really has the, ability to pull at people's hearts... it is about a new world and breaking traditions. As each girl deals with a love interest Tevye is chal­ lenged. One daughter falls in love with the enemy... it is about family and what becomes more important, his family or his beliefs," said Pierce. Bill Reynolds is produc­ ing the show, and Kim­ berly Knoll is the choreog­ rapher. Ryan Rosin is the musical director. Pierce said the show is good for the whole family. The cast and crew of the Revue at the Opera House, have been hard at work on "The Fiddler on the Roof." "It is definitely a family show... and we have sev­ eral families acting in the show," he said. Tickets are available by calling (616) 367-4455, they are $8 for adults, se­ niors and students $7, and $5 for those 12 years and under. Tickets may also be available at the door. "Fiddler on the Roof" will be presented by the Revue starting February 9. In This Issue ’ Reese honored for work in basketball program • Eaton Federal Savings renovations finished • Coaches, students learn ‘Bigger, Stronger, Faster’ • Maple Valley spikers beat Broncos This is a scene from "Fiddler on the Roof" entitled "To Life. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, TuesdJfr itanuary’30; 2t)01 - Page 2 tesi-iicet im aaaiiZAH Water project, continued from front page years in the future," said Councilwoman Bonnie White. The village has secured a low interest loan rate at 2.5%, and most likely grant money, and to wait on the project or to make it smaller might jeopardize the rate and the grant money. Though figures are not set in stone, it appears that rates in the village would go up about $13 to $15 per month, putting most water bills around $30. Several factors will de­ termine the exact rate in­ crease as the village is still waiting for a definite approval of grant money. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News Acf/on-ads If all goes as expected with the project, it coyld be completed in ,a_ year-^| with ground broken this fall, said Fleis and Vandenbrink engineer Doh DeVries. In other business at Thursday night's meeting, the council: • Authorized the engi­ neering firm of Fleis and Vandenbrink to continue with plans and preparation for the water project. • Agreed ve Chelsea Wetzel continue her volunteer time at the police department. Wetzel has been filing and doing office work and it has greatly helped the depart­ ment, said Frank Dunham of the police committee. • Heard from two resi­ dents about the police de­ partment. One resident said that she felt if the council was not going to give raises to the police flf^lcers’ v*^a8e should S° Vermontville route" and get protection from the county level. She'f ’1 said she felt there , was such a high turnover; fate,£j of officers that there was"fir not time to develop a re'kftionship with them and for them to understand the community and its needs. She also said she thought officers and the chief should live in Nashville. The resident talked about how former police chief Gene Kdetje "really understood the community, and he was around all the time when we needed him." Another resident praised Construction continues at a fast pace at Hometown Lumber, once completed the department and said the store will combine the hardware and the lumber divisions in one. central the officers have done a location. lot to help her and check on her in the past year. -• Set a public hearing for the 2001-02 budget for Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. Elementary Schools er, pizza, taco bar. Choose and cheese, pizza, chicken (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two garden salad, Lunch Menus . California mixed veg., pear Two - garden salad, brocThursday, Feb. 1 coli/cheese, pear halves, halves, juice, milk. Fuller Hungry Howies. juice, milk. Friday, Feb. 2 Pizztg carrot sticks, . pear Tiiesday, Feb. 6 Choose One Chicken halves, fortune cookie, 1/2 Choose One - Club sand­ fries, pizza, chicken sand­ pt. milk. wich, salad bar. Choose Two wich, pizza, cheeseburger, Friday, Feb. 2 - garden salad, mashed pota­ taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ Chicken fries, mashed den salad, tater tots, apple­ toes, pineapple, juice, milk. potatoes, pineapple, birthday sauce, juice, milk. Monday, Feb. 5 • cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Choose One - Macaroni Monday, Feb. 5 Mini pancakes, sausage See us for color copies, one-hour photo link, tater tots, applesauce, processing and all your printing needs. 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 6 1351 N. M-43 Hwy Chicken sandwich, dill Hastings. wedge, carrot sticks, apple­ At the gray barn sauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ or call 945-9105 mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Hometown Lumber construction progressing Maple Valley School Lunch Menus We have <fNo Problem saving you money hen yon insure both your car and home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company,. well save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem” insurance check-up. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 31 Choose One Chicken fries, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, mashed potatoes, peach cup, juice, milk.. Thursday, Feb. 1 Choose One - Spaghetti and garlic toast, cheeseburg- vluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TKtNo PrM^ Ptoffy* TRUMBLE AGENCY 517-726-0580 178 Main • Vermontville Local 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. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST 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 ............ 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ... ...,.. .11 a m. Church School ...... ....... .10 a m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 ; Fellowship Time After Worship ’ REV. ERIC LISON 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 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 AM. Worship .. 0:30a.m. Evening Worshi ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: . Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593. Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service..................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 Phone:(517)852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 Sunday School.................... 10 Fellowship Time............. 10:30 Adult Class .......................10:50 a.m. a.m. a.m. a m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service .9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship ..............................9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School........................... 9:45 A M. Service ......................... n a.m. P.M, Service ........................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. S.unday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship......................11 a.m. 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road * MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING church schedule CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM The Place to Go for Professional Styling PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH * 2415 McCann Road, ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville 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 Sunday School ’. .10 a.m. Church Service ................. 11 a m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ................. 11:00 a m.’ Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. 3 p.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 30, 2001 - Page 3 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Council considered all options for water project Dear editor: On Jan. 25, the Nashville Village Council passed a resolution to bond up to $3,000,000 to complete water improvement project. The purpose of this letter is to inform the residents of Nashville what this resolu­ tion will mean to them. In June 1999, the Village Council received a water system reliability study and master plan for water system improvements. The study indicated that while the sys­ tem met the current daily demands it had some pres­ sure and fire flow deficien­ cies. It indicated that the pre­ sent treatment system for iron removal need upgrades and an additional treatment system for iron removal would be beneficial at well no. 3. Another problem indicat­ ed was that the present stor­ age tank and smaller water mains throughout the village do not supply the desired fire flow or provide adequate Rhoades goes 3-0 for Bellevue title Maple Valley's wrestling team finished fourth out of 16 teams with 123 points at Saturday's Bellevue Invitational. Highlights for the Lions a first place were performance by Randy Silsbee at 130, a second place effort by Jeff Rhoades at 152, third place showings from Andrew Kenyon at 112 and Chad Spears at 160 and a fourth place performance by Ben Swan at 275. Silsbee defeated Olivet's Corey Ressigure for his championship with a pin in 5:28. In his three matches, Silsbee managed three pins. Rhoades led in his final with Athens' Jay Eyre 7-3, but lost on an injury default when he injured his knee. Olivet's team finished first scoring 234 points. water pressure on the north side ofthe Thomapple River. The village was provided with several project plans, which addressed these prob­ lems. After much delibera­ tion the council decided to proceed with a large water improvement project that would address all of the noted problems. The project objectives are to install a new iron removal system at well no. 3 and upgrade our existing plant and controls; replace 24,250 foot of water main throughout the village, and place a booster pump station on the north side of town to increase water pres­ sure on the north end of town, as well as fire flow pressure throughout the vil­ lage; and provide a standby electrical generator. The council approved this project plan provided we would be able to secure the funding available to keep the cost increase to the village resi­ dence as low as possible. It appears as if the village may be able to secure two sources of funding that would allow the cost to the residents’ water bill to be increased from $13 to $15 per month. There is a possi­ bility that we could secure some grant money from the Rural Development Pro­ gram. If we can secure this grant money, we would need to take a loan from that par­ ticular program which would need to be paid back at 5 Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-899-870-7985 24 horns a day *7 days a week For Maple Valley News MUON-MS! The levue The Vermontville Community Theatre percent interest over 40 years. The balance needed for the project would be bor­ rowed from the Drinking Water Revolving Fund to be paid back at 2.5 percent interest over 30 years. If both of these funding options are secured, then it is believed that the increase to the village residence would be about $13 per month. However, if the Rural Development grant is not secured, then it is possible to borrow the entire project cost from the Drinking Water Revolving Fund, but this option would increase the residents’ bill approxi­ mately $ 15 per month. The resolution that was passed Jan. 25 informs The Village ofNashville that we will go ahead with this pro­ ject. It indicates that we will need to secure approximate­ ly $3,000,000 to complete the water project. It also gives the residents an oppor­ tunity to petition for a vote on whether this project should be completed. I hope that the village res­ idents will not delay this project by requesting a vote. It is my hope that the village residents will believe and trust that the council mem­ bers have researched all available options and provid­ ed the residents with the most cost-effective alterna­ tive to provide better water service to the community as a whole. If you have any questions about the water project or any other matter before the council, please contact one of the village council mem­ bers. 1 hope this letter helps the citizens of Nashville to better understand the water project. Bonnie J. White, Village Council Trustee Nashville VFW 8260 Auxiliary Penny Supper February 3rd Serving: B-B-Q Short Ribs & Lasagna Serving from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. The Best Things in Life Are Free! And One Of Them is THRIFT CHECKING Open an account with $50.00. after that there's • No Minimum Balance • No monthly fee • No per check charge This is a non-interest bearing account and there are no requirements to maintain additional accounts. presents iddler on the Roof Vermontville Opera House Feb. 9,10,15,16,17 at 7:00 p.m. Feb. 11,18 at 3:00 p.m. Adult $8 • Senior Citizen/Student $7 Child 12 & under $5 Advance Tickets 616-367-4455 Children’s Theatre auditions for Pinocchio, watch for audition dates. Made possible with the support of: fro rulnotl tfftm and Arts Council of Greater Lansing, Inc. The revue is an equal Opportunity Employer and provides programs and services without regard to race, color, religion, national origin. age. sex or handicap. Nashville-852-1830 E%ni^tPX6268i'i1551 OFFICE HOURS: Grand ran Ld ege-6276292 - Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon |FDIC lTnS?E I'nsuwed �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. January 30. 2001 - Page 4 Eaton Federal Savings renovations finished Bank customers Juana Mercer and Richard Jones enjoy some of the cookies and punch at the Eaton Federal Open House in Nashville last week. ings by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Bank Nashville ex­ with an panded The Eaton Federal Sav- in celebrated its newly branch [TANNING 1’4.00 Per visit Walk-ins 1*15.00 5 visitpackage 1*25.00 10 visitpkg. 1*40.00 20 visitpkg. I I Must be used withing 3 months California Tan &. Australian Gold Lotions ■ We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn't You? Tuet -Fri Sam -7 pm. Sat Sam - 12 Noon Teller Jane Skedgell (from left), assistant branch manager Cathy Felder, teller Nichole Bayha, and branch manager Dawn Meade worked throughout the construction to keep the bank open. open house last week. The bank provided re­ freshments and free pens, calendars and key chains to celebrate the comple­ tion of renovations for the building. The construction started the beginning of August and finished in October, said branch manager Dawn Meade. "We added 14 feet off the back, to put in another drive-through, we extended our teller line and put in a night deposit box, and an ATM machine," she said. Meade said that a total overhaul was done on the inside of the bank as well. Beach over WO area Homes with a Maple Valley News MTION-M! Call 945-9554or1-800-810-1085anytime! Open 24 Hours A complete over haul was done on the Eaton Federal Savings bank in Nashville, including the woodwork inside at the teller stations. A new floor, teller booths and new decorating went in. "It's funny because we have had people come in and say that now it looks like a bank — it must not have before," laughed Meade. Meade said the recep­ tion area seems bigger be­ cause the teller line was moved back. Throughout all this con­ struction, said Meade, the bank was only closed one Saturday and one Monday. would like to thank you for your support in helping with the new holiday decorations: Nashville Hardware Shell Gas Station Good $ents Mace Pharmacy Goodtime Pizza Something Special by Kathy Clayton's Restaurant Swanson's Hometown Lumber Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Maple Valley Computer Center Wal-Mart Individual contributions and those of you that contributed to the canisters.^ Thank You Patience is overrated. Now Open 24 Hours 230 S. Main Street Nashville - Park & enter rear of building - ► When you're expecting a refund, the last thing you want to do is wait longer than you have to. With Rapid Refund electronic filing, there's no faster way to get your refund with us. Then you can work on controlling your impulses. 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 14671/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 30, 2001 - Page 5 people have been really impressed with how nice it is and the expanded ser­ vices, but yes the staff is glad it's over, but it was definitely worth it." Mobile Homes 1986 BAYVIEW 14X80. New carpet, glamour bath, appli­ ances. Includes set-up and delivery to the community of your choice. Financing available. Call NEW'TRADITION HOMES at (616)945­ 0000 or 1-888-538-8900. Parents Night held Parents of the varsity basketball and varsity cheerleaders were hon­ ored before the varsity basketball game Friday between Maple Valley and Webberville. Here the par­ ents and athletes are pic­ tured during the special activities. w Nashville VFW Post 8260 gjb it CM Valentine's Steak 1 Dinner & Dance e Sat., Feb. 10 a*Dinner 6-7:30 pm Advanced Tickets: s8 / At the Door: $10 Dance immediately following is FREE. ~ Public Welcome ~ j For advanced tickets call 517-852-9260 (anytime but Tuesday) after 4 pm. ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ Matthew Reid is especially happy about the free balloons at the bank open house last week. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 1 VJ A 517-852-2377. a y Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children A sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 FIRST TIME HOME OVER 300 REPOSSESSED homes available in the state of Michigan!! List updated monthly. For details call NEW TRADITION HOMES at (616)945-0000 or 1-888­ 538-8900. Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Cabinets Celotex ig Insulation .Conic n.ome.to .quaky Andersen. ^ Plywood Lumber Plumbing Supplies USG L Drywall Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 REPO: MUST SELL! SPECIAL SALE! Roller Cover WOULDN'T YOU LOVE to buy your sweetheart a new home for Valentine's Day? Mention this ad and receive $500 off of our already low prices!! For details call NEW TRADITION HOMES at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. Help Wanted additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. DRIVER- w/roller cover supply supp Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-726-1121 Hours: Mon.-Sat. 8 am » 8 pm; Sun. 10 am - 5 pm HELP WANTED: LOOK­ ING for experienced body person. Must have own tools. Insurance available. Excellent pay. Call (517)726­ 0319 .. ........................ /'Oak ' Pine Molding Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools :. Paints _Roofs | Dry Mix Crete & Supply & Wolverine Technologies Time for New Siding? Marque-Line I'DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset' HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com �The Maple Valley Naws Nashville. Tuesday. January 30. 2001 - Page 6 Coaches, students learn Bigger, Stronger, Faster by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Len Walencikowski brought his "Bigger, Stronger. Faster" message to the coaches and stu* dents at Maple Valley a week ago Saturday. The clinic, sponsored by the athletic boosters and school, had a central theme of bringing a unified weight lifting program to the athletics at the junior/senior high school. Walencikowski, who is a strength and conditioning coach for more than 200 students in Florida, taught 30 coaches the program in the morning, and ad­ dressed students in the af­ ternoon. Athletic Director Mike Sparks said about 80 stu­ dents participated in the workshop, which focused not only on weight lifting, but also on topics such as strength training, nutrition and stretching. "We are extremely pleased with the clinic," said Sparks. "We are very happy with the coaches’ participation and the turnout. . "One of the highlights of the clinic was when he had us lifting with the ex- MEDICAL BILLING/ BOOKKEEPING Thornapple Manor, the Barry County Medical Care Facility, seeks person with medical billing experience to assist with this function and perform various bookkeeping duties. Excellent pay and benefits. Send resume with salary history in confidence to; Human Resources... ‘Qiornapple 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Len Walencikowski talks to the students and staff about the Importance of nutrition. ercises, one of our athletes lifted much more than usual. Everyone was cheer­ ing him on. It really brought home the value of the program." During the clinic the first part was devoted to talking about various as­ pects of the program, then staff and students prac­ ticed the techniques and Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Hearty Meals Wednesday, Jan. 31 Beef stew over biscuit, asparagus, carrots, fresh apple. Thursday, Feb. 1 Beef burgers w/cheese, baked beans, stewed toma­ toes, orange. Friday, Feb. 2 Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, peas arid carrots, pie. ABC ING Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Commission on Aging menu, schedule of events Business Services 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE HIYIS Len Walencikowski interacts with the students and athletes talking about the Bigger, Stronger, Faster program at last Saturdays clinic. even incorporated the Big­ interest in the kids and the learned the core exercises. ger, Faster, Stronger mes­ staff... I've had several Sparks said that since sage into their team people come up and ask the clinic the weight room chants. I think the clinic me to teach the program. has been packed. really captured a lot of en­ Our volleyball team has "It really has sparked an thusiasm." Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI....................................................................Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).......................................................................726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)........................................................................... 852-5066 BODY SHOP-SERV­ the area for 5 years. State certified in collision. Work with all insurance companys. Fast personal service. Tired of waiting call (517)726-0955 for appoint­ ment and free estimate. ROOFING, BARN, Repairs, SIDING, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ING: LICENSED & ROOF­ Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Real Estate ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE NEW LISTING LIVE DOWN fir RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot live down­ stairs fir rent upstairs, 1b units eas­ ily reverts to one unit. Spacious living ares, oak trim fif pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to seel (N-118) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME BE YOUR OWN BOSS! NEW LISTING NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 fir has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front fir rear stairs. Call Homer for more details fir Appointment to see. (N-117) Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make Ulfs a great ppportunltyl! Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own business. (V-113) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE Perked fir surveyed, ideal for manufac­ tured home. Some trees, close to town. All this for just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS’! Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced Some parcels are "wooded" range dog run, quiet setting, close to in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres park. Cali Jerry for more details or all are perk tested. Call Homer for appointment to see! (N-116) more details. (VL-107/112) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Monday, Feb. 5 Homemade chili, saltine crackers, Brussels sprouts, applesauce, fresh orange. TUesday, Feb. 6 Polish sausage, .parsley potatoes, braised red cab­ bage, dinner roll, sweet treat. Lite Meals Wednesday, Jan. 31 Turkey and cheese, white bread, cole slaw, applesauce. Thursday, Feb. 1 Cold 'meatloaf sandwich on whole wheat, cole slaw, diced peaches. Friday, Feb. 2 Chicken salad pita, 3-bean salad, pineapples. Monday, Feb. 5 Cottage cheese, mixed fruit, pickled beets, dinner roll. TAXES • TAXES Tuesday, Feb. 6 Egg salad, ww crackers, cucumber salad, applesauce. Events Wednesday, Jan. 31 Hastings, nails/crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, birthday party. Thursday, Feb. 1 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, puzzle day; Taxes 8:30-12, fed and state. Friday, Feb. 2- Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, puzzle; State taxes, 9-12. Monday, Feb. 5 - Hastings, line dance, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Feb. 6 - Hastings, reading; Nashville, spring flowers, Diane, 11:30. • TAXES • TAXES • RL Hill Tax Service K in 111 Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business < NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad m TAXES • TAXES JJ What Does Advance Planning Really Mean? • TAXES • TAXES You make all the decisions about your own funeral now... instead of someone else having to make the choice about a casket, clergy, church, graveside or alternative service. And, as you know, everything gets more expensive, so you can buy at today’s prices. We have a plan to fit your financial situation. Call today for an appointment. We’re here to help. NOW! Family Service Representative Sue LaJoye VERMONTVILLE Beacue of recent “SOLDS" and Pending Transactions we are in need of 'LISTINGS"! Cail us today if you have property or a home to sell! m ? *7 Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience • It Means You Decide ... 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story Good location, blacktop road, home, “Hidor" style exterior, open newer windows, roof fir furnace floor plan, den w/fireplace, first needs some TLC on the inside. floor nicely floor laundry, laundry, back back yard y Call today for your private show-landscaped wAvaterfalls. ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) Call Jerry. (V-1O4) 1 x Tx hornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville ren Funeral Home, Inc. David C. Wren, President 1401 N. Broadway at Woodlawn Ave. Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-2471 MAPLE VALLEY CHAPEL Scott A. Daniels, Manager 204 North Queen St. Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 �Your Film Processing Headquarters Edna Lucille Raffler WOODLAND Mrs. Edna Lucille Raffler, age 95, of Woodland, went home to be with her Lord Friday, Jan. 26, 2001 at Tendercare-West in Lansing. Mrs. Raffler was born on Feb. 14, 1905 in Virginia, Illinois, the daughter ofGust and Alma (Munson) Johnson. The family moved to Michigan in 1913, she attended the old Barnum School near Woodland, MI and one year of high school in Hastings. She moved to Beardstown, Ill., where she graduated high school in 1922. She went on to attend college in Macomb, Ill. receiving her teacher’s certi­ fication. She then taught in three rural schools in Illinois (Pleasantville, Bates, and Virginia). She returned to Woodland, MI and was mar­ ried to Vernice F. Raffler on Nov. 28, 1926 and he died Dec. 30, 1967. Arnold (Alice) Johnson of They lived in the town of Scottsdale, AZ; and sister­ Woodland for 10 years in-law, Benrita Johnson of before moving to their last Lake Odessa. address on Carlton Center Preceding her in death Road. were her parents, husband, She was a member of son, Vernon Lee in 1942, Zion Lutheran Church all of granddaughter, Elaine Platte her adult life, she was an in 1971,. sister, Christine avid reader and was a devot­ Durkee, brothers, Herman, ed wife, mother, grandmoth­ Roger and Nels Johnson, er and great grandmother. and son-in-law, Delbert Mrs. Raffler is survived Platte in 1998. by her daughter, Marguerite Services will be held at 11 Platte of Lansing; sons, Art a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2001 (Marcia) Raffler of Lake at Zion Lutheran Church in Odessa, Dick (Paula) Woodland with Rev. Daniel Raffler of Grand Ledge, Smith officiating. Burial Elwin “Dutch” (Jean) will be at Woodland Raffler of Woodland, Larry Memorial Park, Woodland (Judy) Raffler of Hastings, Township, Barry County, Arnold (Beverly) Raffler of Michigan. Woodland, Donald Raffler Memorial contributions and fiance Bonnie may be made to Zion Dombrowski of Hastings; Lutheran Church or Darwin (Jan) Raffler of American Cancer Society. Woodland, Marvin (Sue) Arrangements were made Raffler of Woodland; 27 by Wren Funeral Home of grandchildren; 36 great Hastings. grandchildren; brother, 31 ** feWiiiji: ■ era fcWtir »**< bUp| ft Wii-ls ijastr kta.nkM ntfyWl l&j fa'.WtLEi un i iieshii-fe us rate;toil iwifalli ® ■ TAXES'H tllTaxSerrt mappte Uke Estates ItaippkLakeM Lot 37,Nash* iStolBiW® Baptist Church, enjoyed traveling, gardening, read­ ing and crocheting.. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Jean, son, Richard, brothers, Everett, Willard, and Robert Gardner, sisters, Margaret Gallup and Marry Allerding. Surviving is her husband, Lloyd R. Terpening of Hastings, daughter, JoAnn M. Terpening of Hastings, son, Jerry L. (Judy) Terpening of Charlotte, four He was employed at Nashville Polishing and Buffing Co. and Midway Polishing and Buffing Co. in Hastings until ill health forced his retirement. Mr. Reid was an avid flower gardner, enjoyed fishing and walking. Mr. Reid is survived by a daughter, Kathy (Brian) Buikema of Hastings; son, Timothy Reid of Hastings; two grandchildren; sister, Eva Shipman of Hastings; brothers, Richard Reid of Middleville, Thomas Reid 24 EXPOSURE ROLL -.44" PRINTS SINGLE EXPOSURE SET now only... ' \ I grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, sister, Ruth Cheney of Hastings, niece, Xjkk 3*\ M| Mae Blair of Hastings. No visitation will be held. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2001 at 11 a.m. at the Nashville Baptist Church, Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating, burial will be at Cedar Creek Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Magnetic backed prints! Let us take that special print you’ve selected to display in your kitchen, office or... wherever! We’ll apply a special magnetic backing. 4” X 6” prints only $499 Enlargements Roger IV. Reid HASTINGS - Mr. Roger W. Reid, age 71, of Hastings died Sunday, Jan. 21, 2001 at Carveth Village in Middleville. Mr. Reid was bom on Feb. 8, 1929 in Bedford Township, Calhoun County, the son of Clyde and Florence (Akers) Reid. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended schools there. Mr. Reidlived most of his life in Barry County. He was married to Joyce Millirans in 1962, marriage ending in divorce. That’s what you get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your photos... Large 4” X 6” prints, color corrected & printed on Kodak’s No. 1 brand Royal paper in matte or glossy finish. . 35NIM N e w at Printing Plus Dora M. Terpening HASTINGS Dora M. Terpening, age 80, of Hastings, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2001 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was bom Nov, 23, 1920 in Spring Valley, MN, the daughter of Everett and Margaretha (Lund) Gardner. She attended Hastings area schools. Mrs. Terpening married Lloyd R. Terpening, Sept. 18, 1937. She attended Nashville The Best Color Possible! of Nashville, Bernard Reid of Dowling, James Reid of Hastings, Robert Reid of Denver, Colo.; many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, brother, Roland Reid, infant sister, Gertrude and sister, Phoebe Nummer. Respecting his wishes, there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Select that special print from any roll of film processed (24 exposure roll) & WE WILL ENLARGE IT TO 8” X10" M 8.5” X 11 0 Color Copies ww qqc 1 exposure 1 EXPOSURE 11”X17” $1.19 8.5” X 11 B&W Copies -IIv EC now only... each Available as low as Z0 each in quantities! For all your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs. Other Services: Color Copies q & Laminating rpers ~ colors & ores available Rubber Stamps 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings Cold fails to dampen Fuller kids’ spirit iy y While it might seem too cold for many to spend time outdoors, for students at Fuller Elementary it is’just another day of furvimthesnovrduringTecess.last-weetee-.- _____J 616.945.9105 .ha ,m tn® Gray®arn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 usbbb �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 30,2001 - Page 8 Maple Valley spikers beat Broncos Maple Valley's varsity volleyball earned won its SMAA match last Wednesday defeating Bellevue in two games, 15­ 9, .15-13. The victory improved the Lady Lions' season record to PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on February 8, 2001, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 206 N. Main. PURPOSE: To discuss the proposed budget for the 2001-2002 budget year. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUP­ PORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL ALSO BE A SUBJECT OF HEAR­ ING. The 2001 -2002 budget will be voted on during the regular Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearing. Lady Lion Jessie Grant (12) manages a kill over the Bronco defense. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Jessie Grant (12) attempts to make a pass as her teammates Miranda Farr (25) and Jessica Mansfield (18) get in position to make a play. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 2-18 overall and 1-2 in the league standings. Jessica Mansfield had 9 service points for Maple Valley, Miranda Farr 8 service points and 3 service aces, Jessi Grant 4 kills and a solo block, Krystal Root 2 service aces and 11 NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE ONE OR MORE SERIES OF BONDS TO ELECTORS AND TAXPAYERS OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Village Council of the Village of Nashville intends to issue one or more series of bonds in a maximum amount of not to exceed $3,000,000. The bonds shall be issued for the purpose of defraying the cost of acquisition, construction, improvement, enlargement, extension and repair of the Water Supply System, for the treatment and/or distribution of water in the Village of Nashville. The bonds of each series shall mature within the maximum terms permitted by law with interest on the unpaid balance at a rate not to exceed the maximum rate permitted by law. The bonds shall be issued pursuant to Act 94 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1933, as amended. SOURCE OF PAYMENT The Principal of and Interest on each series of the bonds shall be payable from the net revenues derived from the operation of the Water Supply System facilities. In addition, the bonds may be secured by the full faith and credit of the Village as limited by applicable constitutional and statutory limitations on the taxing power of the Villaqe. .RIGHT OF REFERENDUM • The bonds of each series will be issued without a vote of the electors approving such bonds, unless, within 45 days from the date of publication of this Notice of Intent, a petition, signed by not less than 10% of the registered electors residing within the limits of the Village of Nashville, shall have been filed with the Village clerk, or other recording officer of the village, requesting a refer­ endum upon the question of the issuance of the bonds.lt such a petition is filed, the bonds shall not be issued until approved by the vote of a majority of the electors of the village qualified to vote and voting thereon at a general or special election. This Notice is published pursuant to the requirements of Section 33 of Act 94 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1933, as amended. ' Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk assists, Christy Cook 3 kills and 3 digs and Jenny Mansfield managed 2 solo blocks, 5 digs, a service ace and 7 kills. For Bellevue, Jessica Barnes had 7 kills and Kayla Wallace 14 assists. Burt a scholar-athlete finalist Maple Valley High School senior Brian. Burt is a regional finalist 'for the Michigan High School Athletic Association's Scholar-Athlete Award. Burt was nominated as a member of the Lions boys’ golf team. He is one of 114 finalists out of a field of 2,700. The Scholar-Athlete Award is sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance , in its 11th year. The Scholarship­ Athlete awards 24 $1,000 scholarships for graduating seniors wishing to further their education. Scholarship recipients will be announced Feb. 6. REGISTRATION NOTICE for VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 12, 2001 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 or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT THE VIL­ LAGE HALL FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - LAST DAY The 30th Day Preceding Said Election. As provided by Section 498, Act. No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville. For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWN­ SHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the con­ stitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. ;1-1 Year Term Village President 3-2 Year Term Village Trustees 1-1 Year Term Village Trustee Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 30, 2001 - Page 9 HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 NationalAds ALARM INSTALLER (BURGLAR & fire) to $14/hr + benefits, (perma­ nent) will train, (616)949(616)949­ 2424, Jobline. ASSEMBLY, PRODUCTION, PACKAGING to $12/hr & excellent benefits, all shifts available, entry lev­ el, paid training. (616)9492424, Jobline fee. DATA BOOKKEEPING ENTRY, clerical to $12/hr and excellent benefits. Friendly staff willing to train! Need ASAP! (616)949(616)949­ 2424 Jobline Fee. CATALOG/RUNWAY MODELS TO $100/hr, training now, males/females, (616)949-2424, Jobline fee. * Maple Valley's Krystal Root (2) sets the ball for one of the team's attackers. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Miranda Farr (25) powers a spike over the net in last Wednesday's varsity match against Bellevue. weekly processing mail. Easy! No. experience needed. Call 1­ 800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. STOCKERAVAREHOUSE TO S14.74/HR. + great bene­ fits, 401 (k) + raises, major company, (616)949-2424, Job line fee. For Rent APARTMENT FOR RENT in country. 1 bedroom, whirlpool tub. No pets. F irst and last, months rrent. $600/mo includes all utilit­ ies. Nashville area. (517)85'’0456 NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ room house with attached garage. Also, 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-9386 Maple Valley Freestyle Wrestling Club A -r Registration Date: February 5 & 6, 2001 Location: Maple Valley High School Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cost: $40 per wrestler due to the increase cost from MWF Requirements: Free Non-impact aerobics class starts Feb. 22 The Wellness Center at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte, will offer a free N1A Class Thursday, Feb. 22, from noon to 1 p.m. The eight-week course EWING . WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE "WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm j We stock a complete line of... v" • Pumps* Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN’ EQUIPMENT & DO ' OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing » Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available begins March 1 and runs every Thursday through April 19. NIA stands for Neuromuscular Integrative Action, non-impact aero­ bics, or more simply put, easy and joyful movement! Dr. Kathy Keller, osteo­ pathic physician and certi­ fied NIA instructor, will be guiding participants safely with a series of easy to fol­ low, gentle, mindful move­ ments that feel good, set to music. The movement class Community Notices MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL Sale: childcare items, cloth­ ing, miscellaneous toys, cribs, bassinet, old student desks & chairs. Date: Friday, February 16th, 8:00am3:00pm. Location: 324 Queen Street in middle portable be­ hind Kellogg School in Nashville. For further information: Leona Greenfield, Presiden Jodi Anderson, Sec./Tres Tony Wawiernia, Coach .. 2-0870 852-9253 6-0010 MUSSER'S FULL SERVICE faaiuAinq v < Valvoline Quick Lube Ib// Ib/vo/me People Who Know Use Valvoline.’ Child Care Safe, loving, fun family envi­ ronment. FIA accepted & food program provided. Conveniently located off M­ 79 between Nashville & Hastings. MV schools. Phone Lisa at (517)852-0387. License #DF080095026 Automotive 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE' 21 for the free sampler and Feb. 28 for the course. The Wellness Center is located in the lower level of the Professional Office Building, 123 Lansing Road in Charlotte. LICENSED DAYCARE IN MY CHRISTIAN HOME. Grand Am GT- 4dr., in excellent condi­ tion! Very well kept up. Gray interior, sunroof, CD player, power everything. For more information call (616)891-7874. $8,795 1 OWNER (517)726-0088 blends Tia Chi, Yoga, and simple steps to energize both the body and spirit. Space is limited, so reserve a spot by calling Diana Laverdiere at (517) 543-9575 no later than Feb. 1. Cope of Birth Certificate 2. Copy of current physical - dated between 6/1 /2000 to current These will be kept on file for all tournaments. All age groups available 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 - when you have a professionally installed oil change using any Valvoline motor oil $3.00 shipping and handling required. Mail-in offer ends February 17, 2001. Quality Service Competitive Prices 106 S. MAIN STREET - NASHVILLE, Ml 49073 (517) 852-9446 HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 30, 2001 - Page 10 Reese honored for work in basketball The coach earned 54 wins during his high school career and this special banne will now hang in memory of his years of service. Jerry Reese and his wife Sharon take in the honor during half-time of Friday's varsity game. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS • POSITION OPENING • Systems Accountant Full Time Position: Monday through Friday Salary: $27,000-36,000 - Based on qualifications Qualifications: • Accounting degree or accounting experience preferred • Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet soft­ ware • Accuracy and attention to detail required • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Analytical and problem solving skills • Teamwork and multi-project management skills necessary Duties include receipting and depositing funds, recon­ ciling accounts, purchase order preparation and accounts payable, financial reporting, and assisting with other Central Office responsibilities. A complete job description can be obtained by contacting the Superintendent’s Office, 517-852-9699. Applications should be made in writing to Superintendent Clark Volz, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by Friday, February 2, 2001. Retired Maple Valley basketball coach Jerry Reese was a calming, but stern, influence on Maple Valley basketball for a number of years, so Friday he was honored appropriately for a job well done. It was a job that required hard work and included plenty of compassion. The coach truly touched many of the players who he worked with in an impressionable way. Reese coached basketball at the high school for 32 years, 32 seasons with the boys and 20 with the girls' program. He started the junior high program in 1985. His coaching expanded into all age levels with the girls, including two years with the junior varsity, one with the seventh-graders and one season with the eighth­ graders. His 32 years with the boys included 28 with the varsity, two with the junior varsity and two with the freshmen. Those years included a number of conference and district accolades and 534 victories at the high school Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry county Area Newspapers • Reminder • Weekender Maple Valley News • Lakewood News • Middleville?Caledonia Sun & News • Banner level. This sports editor remembers 1996 when Maple Valley's boys battled Hopkins in a Class C State quarterfinal contest at Western Michigan University. After that game, Reese made this comment about his program and the players who competed in the program. "I love to talk about the success we've had here at Maple Valley. Even greater than the results are the type of individuals they are." Reese fondly remembers "every Saturday morning" opening the gym doors at Kellogg Elementary to give the kids an opportunity to play their games. "When you get up and see those buggers' eyes who just want to play and have fun, it's really a rewarding feeling," Reese said. Hard work, in basketball, just as it is in life, is something that Reese truly believes can make a player, or an individual, even more fortunate. "The harder you work, the luckier you get... not just lucky in basketball, but also in the classroom and in the community," Reese explained. Basketball, according to the coach, is more than just a game. There are many qualities that can be gained from hoops and many good traits that can be acquired through a well-rounded basketball experience. "I felt over the years that athletics are still the last stronghold of discipline," Reese said. "Athletes are still willing to do what's right... to perform a role to make a team as strong as it can be." There are a multitude of memories Reese holds from his 32 years on the sidelines. "There are so many memories; it would be so Call 945-9554 for classifieds hard to recall them all," Reese said. "All of the kids have been very enjoyable to work with." One was an overtime win over Springport in the 1971 boys district championship game. "It will always be a fond memory," Reese said. "The people were standing the whole contest and they were certainly rewarded." The athletes were always special to the coach. And he said the girls proved that they could play just as well as the guys. "They were just as competitive as the guys," Reese said. "They would like to have every opportunity to display that behavior on the courts as well as in the classroom." £& Reese remembers players like Tuesday Aspinall who played on his first eighth grade team and Sherri Forell, who was a star on the 1984 and 1985 teams that won two district titles and two league championships. On his night of honor, Reese thanked all who made his job so enjoyable. "It is a real honor to have you come back," Reese said. Principal Todd Gonser and athletic director Mike Sparks helped to honor Reese at halftime of Friday's varsity game versus Webberville and displayed the banner that will hang in tribute of the coach. The Lions won the game 71-28, a fitting way to conclude a magical night. The Dog House & & «« Pet Grooming Groo Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds ii Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands ___Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request - Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS • POSITION OPENING • Assistant to the Director of Transportation & Operations School Year Position: 5 hours/day, Monday through Friday Salary: Based on qualifications Qualifications: High school graduate, at least 21 years of age • Must possess a valid chauffeurs license/CDL and be capable of meeting all state requirements for driving bus • Must pass a physical exam, drug and alcohol testing and meet any other reasonable physical requirements of employer • Ability to work effectively with parents, students and other district employees Duties include transportation and operations dispatch­ ing, bus driver training, assisting in other administrative duties. A complete job description can be obtained by contacting the Superintendent’s Office, 517-852-9699. Applications should be made in writing to Superintendent Clark Volz, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by Friday, February 2, 2001. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 30, 2001 - Page 11 Maple Valley cruises to win over Spartans JJJS^ *‘A A‘ By scoring the first 14 points of the game and not allowing Webberville to ink the score book until 34 seconds remained in the first quarter, Maple Valley coasted to an easy 71-28 varsity basketball win last Friday at Maple Valley. And corfiing off a weekly defeat to Portland, coach Jeff Webb was quite pleased with his team's overall effort. "We never expected it to be that easy," Webb said. "It was very important; it was a league game and we have no room for errors at this point. Maple Valley trails Dansville in the SMAA hoop standings by two games. The Lions are 5-2 (8-3 overall), while the Aggies are 7-0 (11-0). With the loss Friday, Webberville slipped to 2-7 and 2-4. The Lions came put with a mission versus the Spartans, holding a 16-2 advantage after one quarter and a 24-6 lead at the half. pXShanXT- °2) and JUStin S6aly (20) PUt the d6fenSive C,amPS on a Casey VanEngen (30) penetrates and scores down low as teammate Eric Goris (52) gets in position to rebound. tan!!1 tan!!1* «*!!£»» R Rnk SJ ’Mswb kJ*M* kJ*Mj* * foa'in^, MW "That has been one thing we have struggled with is getting off to a good start." Playing a big role in that splendid start was senior center Eric Goris, Goris scored a game-high 21 points, including 13 in the second quarter. "We had (starting guard Darin) Thrun out, so we knew we had to pick it up as a team," Goris, who earlier scored 24 versus Dansville, said. "The game plan was to get down low and that helps to get our outside game going. This was a total team effort." Maple Valley also received 12 points from Nick Jones, 9 points from Devin Phenix, 8 points and 7 rebounds from Justin Sealy and 6 points and 7 rebounds from crowd favorite Kyle Lackscheide. All 8 of Sealy's points came during the fourth quarter. The ball bounced kindly for the Lions, as the home team used a variety of ways to score its points — trifectas, finger rolls, second efforts, brute strength down low... it all worked. Wally DeGruyter topped Webberville with 8 markers. Webb said it was nice that the Lions could fare so well' on a night that its former coach, Jerry Reese, was honored at halftime. "It worked out really well," Webb said. "He put a lot of time in here and was a great coach. I was glad that the team could add to his enjoyment." Maple Valley plays at _ home again Friday versus Morrice (3-7, 2-4). See us for color copies, one-hour photo processin g and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. K- JuVJJj H At the gray barn or call 945-9105 ■j* Mw M 4ta fa it j^i^llks talfcft WE’RE SAVING YOU A SEAT. E J. s 1® OK IM iksjV Wiilfe^ "p«c JJEtota: r raj ritfttii ■feta Dtlankpi ■n' aaiiaiii Jeremy Wiser (34) lets a long-range bomb fly dur­ ing Maple Valley’s lop­ sided varsity victory. Lions win one, lose another in SMAA ss* fludlfe f* Center Eric Goris (52) slides in to score two of his game-high 21 points against two Webberville defenders. $>J " J Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 <* < 5 SV |r il™ MH DEERE Off 2001 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Maple Valley's wrestlers pinned a loss on Dansville Jan. 25, but lost to Leslie 51-27 in SMAA matches last Thursday at Maple Valley High School. Lions' winners versus Dansville were Mark Shoemaker at 103 (void), Andrew Kenyon at 112 (pin in 1:10), Brandon Brooke at 125 (pin in 1:07), Randy Silsbee at 130 (pin in 1:24), Jeff Rhoades at 152 (void), Chad Spears at 160 (6-3 decision), Jason Silsbee at 171 (void), Josh Grasman at 189 (11-2 decision), Matt Thorne at 215 (void) and Ben Swan at 275 (void). Scoring victories against Leslie were Brandon Brooke at 125 (18-15 decision), Randy Silsbee at 130 (pin in 1:43), Jeff Rhoades at 152 (pin in 1:08), Jason Silsbee at 1.71 (pin in 1:24) and Josh Grasman at 189 (injury default). W01 Join us as we celebrate the future of agriculture and its people at John Deere Day 2001. Take a look at the newest in equipment and technology, get to know our parts and service staff, or just chat with your neighbors... they’ll all be there. So come out for John Deere Day 2001. We’re saving a seat just for you. Saturday, Feb. 3 • 7:30 am till 2:30 pm Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 30,2001 - Page 12 Car show may be part of Nashville summer plans p.m. at the Community Center, which is at the base of Putnam Park in front of the sugar shack. Kellogg said he had been thinking about the idea for some time, as there is not many annual events that bring together the village of Nashville in the summer. "It was just something by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Village Coun­ cilman Dan Kellogg is or­ ganizing a village car show and street dance for June and is looking for volunteers or those with a background in car shows to attend a planning meeting Wednesday, Jan. 31. The meeting will be at 7 that I wanted to get go­ ing," he said. "Nothing like this goes on in town and I figured just talking about it wouldn't bring results." Kellogg said the event will be funded from the Parks and Recreation Committee on the council, but he said he expects the event to pay for itself. "Any profits we make G Maple Valley Adult Education 2 |jg| Is Now Enrolling Students for 2nd Semester □ Classes are Monday thru Thursday 6-10 p.m. ¥ (English, GED Prep, Civics, Math, Science, Computers, U.S. History, World Geography & Independent Studies are some of the 19 classes offered) Forfurther information please contact the Kellogg Community Center at 517-852-2145 ask for Deb or Tate. NOTE: Maple Valley Alternative Education is enrolling 13-15 year olds in Jr. High and 16-19 year olds in the High School Program. Sirloin Tip Roast we will be donating to the local "Wish Upon a Star Program" (which donates Christmas presents and food baskets to the needy) and maybe we will be able to donate also to Meals on Wheels... it just all de­ pends on how well it goes." The car show will be for antique and classic cars and will have the tradi­ tional trophies and judg­ ing, just like most car shows. Kellogg said he hopes to get trophies do- nated by local businesses. these sorts of events on, "We want to have an af­ and of course anyone who ternoon car show, maybe a is willing to help out. We 50-50 raffle, food booths would love to make it an and a street dance at annual thing." night." Kellogg said he hopes to Kellogg said the show have the show in early will be family oriented, June, and it will take and he said he is open to place in the park behind adding things to the event, the businesses on Main like perhaps an art show. Street. "Really it is just in the "It will be a lot of fun I early stages of planning think," said Kellogg. "We right now... we are looking just need to get some peo­ for people to come to the ple together and get it gomeeting and share ideas or ing. knowledge about putting Putnam unam reading rea ng club meets tonight The Putnam Reading Club will meet tonight (Tuesday, Jan. 30) at 7 p.m. The club is welcoming new members to come and talk about any books read, and to give other members recommendations for a good read. Putnam District Library also is looking to start up a Friends of the Library group too help ep w with fundun raisers, book sales, holiday specials and summer reading specials. Many of these events help raise money for new books,videos and materials. Anyone interested may call 852-9723 for more information. Who put the tower up? Many people have been asking who was putting up the cell phone tower behind the village water tower. The Nashville Village Council said the tower was being put in by Sprint and although it looks like it is right next to the water tower (shown here viewed from M-79) the tower is not on village land. . fSSSS fSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSB, Fresh Boneless Whole Chicken Chicken Breast Pork Ribs Center Cut Thornapple Valley Pork Chops Smoky Links T Pork Loin Roast Cumberland Gap Hickory Smoked, Boneless j4 j4 Whole Ham gp P Pkg. Kellogg's Cereal Corn Flakes Bl 18 oz. Corn Pops Hamburger Helper 29 Chicken and $4 Great Lakes Froot Loops Extra Large Red Delicious and Yellow Delicious Tuna Helper 10.9 oz. lloz: loz: Betty Crocker e Sunkist Bread Green Seedless Navel Oranges 6/$ 2/$ 5 Quart Country Maid each — 12 Pk. Country Maid^**O Grapes $4 23 Di Giorno lee Cream Fudge Bars 12" Pizzas $4 69 2/$000 2 Liter Bps/ Pepsi 09 I ea. Bareman’s Gallon Bareman’s 16 oz. 1/2% & Cottage Skim Milk Cheese & All Greeting Cards $4 00 each (fOK ^/OUR Valentine Valentine's Cards 51 oo * I each Vermontville Grocery 45SK, Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fn.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday & � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-02-06.pdf 485418e8a2b782744c2c0445458f2838 PDF Text Text PRSPjSTO US POSTAGE HASTINGS. Ml PERMIT NQ 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: iadnews.com HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY BASTINGS M 4905S-1I9S 4905S1I9S Vo1* 129"No- February 6, 2001 Fuller kids find ways to celebrate winter by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Fuller Elementary stu­ dents were busy last week finding ways to celebrate the wintertime. Kris Green's classroom made cotton ball snow­ men, and after reading a story about a grandmother who makes quilts for her Julie McMillen and teacher's aide Anne Woodman help the students put glitter in their globes. kids to keep warm, they made their own quilt. The quilt, made out of paper, holds individual pieces by each student. "Some students did a square dedicated to their family, one did the holi­ days, another did it on na­ ture- they chose what to create," said Green. Down the hall, Julie McMillen, and teachers aide Anne Woodman's class worked on making winter globes. Using a plastic water bottle, the young students filled it up with beads, glitter and sequins. The bottles were then filled with Karo syrup and water. The kids marveled at the globes when they were fin­ ished. "We have really been celebrating winter we have been talking about pen­ guins, snow flakes, the Arctic, igloo's, polar bears, you name it," said Wood­ man. More photos on page 2 Vermontville Firemen’s Dance slated for Feb. 17 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Blind Ambition, a local band, will play a mix of music for people to dance the night away Saturday, Feb. 17, at the 81st annual Vermontville Firemen's Dance. The dance is scheduled for 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Feb. 17. Tickets are available from Ken's Standard Station, and from the fire department, which is open every day. Fire and EMS personnel also have tickets for sale. Assistant Fire Chief Monte O'Dell said the event has lasted so long in Vermontville because it is a fun time, and an annual favorite for people in the community. He said at one time, the dance was held at the Opera House. "It's just a good time to get together and socialize, and catch up... it's really our only fund-raiser all year and it really helps the department buy equipment we need and things like that," he'said. Firefighter Smoky Alldaffer said previous dances have paid for such equipment as the pulse ox, which tells of oxygen saturation in the blood and the pulse of a patient. "We We clear all the equipment out (of the fire barn) and set up a stage for the band, and put tables up," he continued. "We have had this band before under a different name... people bring their own refreshments and snacks." Blind Ambition plays a mix of country, country rock and classic rock Bill Hosmer (from left), Paul Welling, Steve Galamore, and Don Mulvaney are Blind Ambition, a band that will play for the firemen's dance. music. The band consists of Bill Hosmer, Paul Welling, Steve Galamore and Don Mulvaney. Throughout the night, prizes donated from local and area merchants are raffled off, said O'Dell. "People can buy raffle tickets at the dance, and we give stuff away all night long," he said. O'Dell said the event usually gathers up to 150 people, depending on the weather. "It's a really great time," he said. In This Issue • Maple Valley students can earn free yearbook • Nashville woman makes history with scrapbooks • Children learn multiplication in variety of ways Lion hoopsters oust Orioles in SMAA action Assistant Vermontville Fire Chief Monte O'Dell said everyone on the department is involved in making the dance a success. �The Maple Valtey News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001 Page 2 Students can earn a free yearbook in fund-raiser Anyone looking for a way to earn a free Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School yearbook can take part in the annual “eam-a-free-yearbook” pizza fundraiser, which will begin Wednesday, Feb. 7. In order to earn a free year­ book, each student must sell a minimum of 23 items from the Club’s Choice Products sales brochure. All orders and money will be due Friday, Feb. 16. All items will be delivered on the afternoon of Thursday, March 15. As added incen­ tive, the student who sells the highest number of indi­ vidual items will receive a yearbook staff, provided that grand prize of $50 cash. “This free yearbook they have earned the free fundraiser is a good way for yearbook by selling the students to take advantage of required minimum of 23 an opportunity to get some­ items. thing for nothing,” said This year, the Club’s Maple Valley High School Choice sales brochure yearbook advisor Cindy includes a variety of crispy Gatex^ftdr,,.:S1hg, added^thatTjiCjUSt and self-rising crust she would “nke to see as -pizzas, pizza dippers, French many students as possible bread pizza and garlic bread, take advantage of sale soMphere also are four different it will help they pay for their dessert items, including yearbook.” Turtle cheesecake and French silk pie, as well as Students who have already chocolate cinnamon rolls paid for their yearbook (and and New York cheesecake. If selling pizza isn’t of those names appear on the sales list generated by much interest, students and Jostens) will receive a full parents may still use the payreimbursement from the by-mail method. Jostens (the yearbook publishing compa­ ny) has sent notices to each student’s home to let parents know that they may pur­ chase .a yearbook through the mail. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! Buy life insurance and save on your home. Students at Fuller stand under the snowman's they made last week. Photos continued from front page This young man shows off his finished winter globe. Antiques you buy your life insurance from us through uto-Owners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home or mobile home insurance. We’ll save you money. As an indepen- dent Auto-Owners agent, we ANTIQUE SHOW: BARRY County Fairgrounds Expo Complex on M-37. March lOth-llth. Two large build­ ings, quality antiques. Just north of Hastings on M-37. Saturday 10am-6pm; Sun­ day 10am-4:30pm. $2.50 Ad­ mission. For Rent take great interest in you - as APARTMENT FOR RENT in country. 1 bedroom, whirlpool tub. No pets. First and last months rent. $600/mo includes all utilit­ ies. Nashville area. (517)852­ 0456 well as your home. Stop in our agency and ask us about it today! tjJuto-Ownen Insurance Life Homo Car Business TKiNo PrcfanfafA • TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 LARGE 2 BEDROOM apartment for rent in Nash­ ville, available March 1st, phone (517)852-0812 for ap­ pointment and application. NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ room house with attached garage. Also, 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-9386 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School..................... 10 am. 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. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 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) Sunday School.................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) 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 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 Group • 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) Sunday School 10 a.m. A M. Service 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................. 9:30 am. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........ ........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 7 Wed. Service .........................7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a Fellowship Time..............10:30 a m. Adult Class....................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. M..orni.ng P„rayer .................. 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardt 517*627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................. 3 p.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001 - Page 3 New laundromat The washers and dryers are ready to go at the Laundromat. The Laundromat is now open in the back of this building at 230 S. Main. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer There is a Laundromat in Nashville once again. It opened just a couple of weeks ago at located at 230 S. Main. Owner Jeff Beebe said the idea for a Laundromat began to form after he de­ cided to purchase the building to clean it up and use it as a commercial rental facility. "It was quite an eye­ sore," he said. "I bought it at about the time the bank acquired the old Laundro­ mat (which was subse- Maple Valley School Lunch Menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Feb. 7 Nachos, whole kernel com, bread stick, grape push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Feb. 8 M.W. Hungry Howies. Pizza, green beans, peaches, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Feb. 9 Chicken nuggets, mashed HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm ______ $4.75 with Student ID_________ $5.00 Late Shows Fri & Sat | DIGITAL STEREO Q No passes Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU. a An Unobstructed View potatoes, pear halves, animal crackers, l/2 pt. milk. Monday, Feb. 12 Cheesie bread sticks, California mixed veg., strawberries, graham crack­ ers, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 13 Cheeseburger, whole ker­ nel com, peaches, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 7 Choose One - Quarter pounder w/cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, grape push-up, juice, milk. Thursday, Feb. 8 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Feb. 9 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Monday, Feb. 12 Choose One - Com dog, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, California blend veg., pear halves, juice, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 13 Choose One - Lasagna, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, peaches, juice, milk. quently torn down)... and so decided to put a Laun­ dromat in." Beebe, who lives in Jackson, but lived in Nashville for 30 years, said the site required a lot of environmental cleanup, from previous gas tank storage. Beebe said the site has been cleaned up, exceeding guidelines given by the state. Beebe said the inside of the building in the Laun­ dromat part has been re­ done. The Laundromat is in the back of the building, and the front will be rented out for commercial space. "The only thing original in the building is the shell," Beebe said. He has installed 20 washers, 10 dryers, and has folding tables, a change machine and laun­ dry detergent vending ma­ chines on site. While the Laundromat part of the building is re­ modeled, 4,000 square feet still needs to be remolded. Beebe said other im­ provements are on the way. He hopes to add a tele- vision, a soak sink, a sound system, seven new double load washers, drop off laundry options, other vending machines, and ex­ tractor which is like a spin tank to save money on dryer time and other things. "Everything is not per­ fect, it's a work in progress, and we are work­ ing on getting some new things in there. Please be patient," he said. The Laundromat is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ev­ ery day. The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thomapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 Maple valley Class of 1981 would like help In planning the 20 year class reunion, if interested please send E-mail address to Carleen Samann at leenie@mywebconnect.com or contact Kelly vorce at 517-852-1554 by February 19th. Open 24 Hours Sunfield Scouts set recycling OWSH SHOWS EODWDSINA AND GND PSSHOWTIMES LHAONWNETIRMEmSm G GOOD 2/2-2/8 12:10,2:20.4:40,7:00.9:10 :,:.:,:.: SAVE THE Last DANtE PG-13) 12:20.2:354:50,7:10,9:35 FAMILY MAN M (F&niaciuunuiataTa 5:00 ONLY EMPEROYR'S NEW GROOVE (pg-13) ■nwtnaiaffim 1:00,3:00,5:00 ■ ■ 13 DAYS (PGi3)0BwjSTii««sin» 6:45,9:30 ■ TRAFFIC (D)Kiwnunisunc _ _ 1 (SAT7SUN11:30) 2:157:40 2:15,7:40 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad @ Hastings 4w B M HITOURWEB@www.gqti.cwnB B Sunfield Boy Scouts will have recycling at the west end of Carl's parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 10. The scouts will accept: • Newspapers — tied or in grocery bags. • Glass — clear, clean, no caps. • Aluminum — with no paper or plastic coating. • Tin cans — flattened, TANNING $4.00 Per visit Walk-ins ’15.00 5 visitpackage $25.00 10 visitpkg. $40.00 20 visitpkg. Must be used withing 3 months California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am -7 pm; Sat. 8am -12 Noon clean, with no labels. • Magazines — tied of in grocery bags (no Read­ er's Digest). Scouts ask that items not be dropped off early. The next recycling date will be Saturday, April 14, 2001. Men’s community breakfast planned The Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Group will be host for its monthly com­ munity breakfast on Satur­ day, Feb. 10, from 7 to 10 a.m. The menu will include: choice of eggs (any style), pancakes, French toast, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. Also included will be orange juice, coffee, tea or milk. Cost ofthe meal is a ggood will offering. g. Now Open 24 Hours 230 S. Main Street Nashville - Park & enter rear of building - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001 - Page 4 Nashville woman preserves history with scrap books One of the first things Pettie Latta would grab in a house fire is her scrap book of family photos and memories. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Pettie Latta has a long history in the Nashville area, and since learning how to make a scrapbook six months ago, she now has a photo album that Eye A page from Pettie Latta's scrap book features the gas station her father owned in Nashville. several auto and gas sta­ tions in town and owned his own gas station on the corner of Main Street and Fuller. He purchased it about the time Latta was bom. In her scrapbook, she has pages devoted to the places her father has worked and owned. "During the war, he went to work at Bliss as a guard, and he closed the station down," she ex­ plained. "After the war was when he built the cement block station... which is the station that was torn down this past fall. "When he owned the ^station, it was still kind of in the Depression and he did not hire anyone to work there. So he worked from eight in the morning Eye HAD YOUR EYES CHECKED? Kyle Booher, O.D. Vision is maylx: the most pre­ cious of our senses. Can you image never seeing the sunset or watching another basketba game, or even driving a car. M,chael J- Flohrmany people unfortunately can­ M.D. not do these common activities simply because oftheir eyesight. Conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetes and cataracts are common causes for one losing their eyesight. Many other con­ ditions are less common, but no less deadly to someone's vision. The Amer­ ican optometric Association recommends complete eye exams yearly for children with nearsighted parents, an exam every one to two years for peo­ ple up to 60 years old, and yearly exams over 60. Depending on findings of an exam, follow-up may be necessary more often. An eye exam does not mean just checking your prescription for glass­ es. It should also include a detailed medical history, testing for eye tracking/teaming and peripheral vision, health examination of the outside and inside ofthe eyes usually including dilation of the pupils. While often irri­ tating, dilation ofyour pupils is the only way to get a complete look at the health of the eyes. Late afternoon and evening appointments can be best for reducing the time your vision is distorted by dilated pupils. At advanced Eyecare Professions, your vision is important to us. We perform comprehensive eye exams as medically indicated and want you to see the best yoii possibly can. If that means monitoring ofa condition such as diabetes, or prescription ofglasses and contact lenses, you can count on us to be the very best. With late evening appointments on Tuesday and Thursday, it is convenient to have your eyes checked too. If you have any questions regarding your vision, or would like to sched­ ule an appointment call (616) 945-3866. Pennock Professional Building 915 W. Green St, Suite 101 Hastings, MI 49058-1707 (616) 945-3866 Professionals, P.C. FUN WEEKEND Pettie Latta with some of the supplies she uses to scrap book. serves as a story and photo book. Scrap booking is a newer trend for keeping photos and memories. Latta said she had been gathering materials and If you need practical help about farm taxes, come see the professionals. We'll , get to the root of your questions about the sale and exchange of farm assets, income averaging, disaster losses and more. ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. Continued next page at the Maple Leaf Inn, Vermontville Down-to-earth help with taxes. 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 until eight at night. I re­ member my mom packing lunches and we would go eat there with him." "We moved, when I was 7, kiddy corner to the gas station and then we popped in to see dad quite often after that," she said. And then there are pages devoted to her mothers side of the family, the Hummels. "My mother's father, Jim Hummel, helped build the bridge in town (across the river), and he also helped build the 'round barn' on M-79, so I have a lot of history here... a lot of us just never left," she laughed. The quality of the pic­ tures and advances made 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 supplies for two years be­ cause she knew it was a project she wanted to do to capture her family memo­ ries. Latta said usual scrap booking supplies tend to be scissors with fancy edges, books of back­ ground paper that you can customize for whatever theme you need, stickers, paper frames and other materials. The important thing is that the paper products and glue be acid free, to best preserve the precious memories and photos. Latta has lived in Nashville her whole life of 74 years. "The house'I live in is a block and a half from where I was born," she said. This is the house she grew up in and purchased after her mother, Ona Hummel, passed away in 1994. In her book, Latta has many historical snapshots of Nashville. Her father, M.J. Hinckley, worked at Friday, February 9 - Fish Fry Saturday, February IO - Karaoke Sunday, February 11 - Nascar 188 S. Main St.. Vermontville The would like to thank you for your support in helping with the new holiday decorations: Nashville Hardware Shell Gas Station Good (|)ents Mace Pharmacy Goodtime Pizza Something Special by Kathy Clayton's Restaurant Swanson's Hometown Lumber Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Maple Valley Computer Center Wal-Mart of Hastings D.P.W. Workers ~ A 4 4 X Individual donations and those of A you that contributed to the canisters. X Thank You �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001 - Page 5 of the family... This one has taken about five months to complete, I just do a page when I get pic­ tures." "One of the reasons I have so many pictures of my ancestors and stories is that my younger brother Raymond and his wife Su­ san did a history fact find­ ing quest on the Hinkley family, even going to Massachusetts to check court records and cemeter­ ies. And on my mother's side, my cousin Dorthy (Hummel) Martich did the checking back on that side," she explained. Latta said her kids have been pretty impressed with the book. "I certainly hope they fight over it after I'm gone," she said laughing. Latta says many different techniques can be used to decorate pages such as these pine tree shapes for a Christmas page. From previous page in photography are appar­ ent looking through the book. "When I was born, there were no flashbulbs for people that were not pho­ tographers, so we had to take pictures outside and on a nice day... my little brother Raymond was 2 and a half years pld before he had his picture taken. That was because my fa­ ther was flying in a plane with a man, Claudie Greenfield, and they went upside down in the plane and the camera fell out! That was the Depression. If you lost your camera you just didn't go out and buy another. "Our first flash pictures started in 1951, and my first color pictures in 1952. The photo barn at J-Ad Graphics (in Hastings) has really helped out because now I can take my pictures over there and get them any size I need." The book has become very precious to her. "If there was a fire, you better believe it would be one of the first things I would grab," she said laughing. "The scrap booking is really like a photo album with commentary... I try to use humor," she said. Other favorite pages in her book are a best friends page which has kids she grew up with in the neigh­ borhood, and pictures of her about six months old in Putnam Park. "I have a picture of me with my class when I was in the sixth grade, that I still need to identify some of the kids in." "I also have a Dad's Packard (car) page, with two cars featured, one a 1929, and one a 35." The pages tell about lives that were very differ­ ent from the ones we know today. One page Latta has con­ tains the Pennock Hospital bill for delivering her daughter, Susie. The cost? $20.90, for a seven-day hospital stay. "That's about how long we stayed back then," she said. The scrapbooking hobby has become a passion for Latta. "It can be as cheap or expensive as you make it. I buy a lot of stuff in craft stores, and scrap booking stores and people and fam­ ily give me things as gifts." The book she is working on is a three-ring binder album which allows her to add pages one at a time and go back and add pages as she needs to. "I am going to keep go­ ing and to start on another book soon, a continuation Commission on Aging Menu Hearty Meals Wednesday, Feb. 7 Salisbury steak, mashed w/gravy, asparagus, dinner roll, cake. Thursday, Feb. 8 Fish sandwich, bakery bun, German pot salads mixed vegetables, apricots. Friday, Feb. 9 Pork chop, stuffing w/gravy, broccoli au-gratin, diced peaches, cupcake. Monday, Feb. 12 Beef teriyaki over seasoned rice, cauliflower w/cheese, com, fresh apple. Tuesday, Feb. 13 Pepperoni pizza pocket, peas and carrot, green beans, cookie. Lite Meals Wednesday, Feb. 7 California reuben, spread, Rye Krisps, Spanish bean salad, plums. Thursday, Feb. 8 Tuna pasta salad, sweet and sour carrots, fruit par­ fait. Friday, Feb. 9 Turkey w/cheese, pita pocket, potato salad, man­ darin oranges. Monday, Feb. 12 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Coach, educator was indeed honored To the editor: Wow! I really appreciate all those who made the night honoring my wife and me such a memorable evening. It was very heart warming to see so many familiar, friendly faces in the crowd. The cards and phone calls were thoughtful. I take with me many faces and memo­ ries of this evening and the past. I wanted to reminisce, reflect and enjoy momentar­ ily the 32 years we shared with your families. Having you there showed yet again the same faithful support you have provided to our students and athletes of Maple Valley during my tenure. As you look at the banner hanging on the wall honor­ ing those wins — see those players, cheerleaders, man­ agers, stat keepers, assistant coaches, parents, adminis­ trators and fans who were the important part of this record. I’m very happy to have been a part of the Maple Valley family since arriving in the fall of 1968. Serving as an educator, in the class­ room and in athletics was Card, ofThanks THE FAMILY OF Wellman "Bill" Darling would like to extend their heart felt thanks to all those who helped us through the lose of our loved one. The prayers while Bill was ill and after our loss. Ev­ eryone who called on the family. The cards, flowers, contributions in his name and food. The United Meth­ odist Church for the lun­ cheon. Special thanks to Bob Besemer for the service he prepared. Barry County Hospice for the help the last six weeks. Dave Rosier for his caring help he provided to our family. God Bless each one of you. Wife Barbara, Chuck & Ka­ ren, Ben, Barbara & Rich, Susie & Roger, grandchil­ dren and great grandchil­ dren. HASTINGS BANNER SUB­ SCRIPTIONS: Phone (616)945-9554. my passion. I felt very priv­ ileged to have shared your greatest treasures and in some way contributed to the success of our students, school and communities. If I did not get a chance to talk to you that evening, your presence was felt and appreciated. I am very grate­ ful for the attendance and sendoff. Jerry and Sharon Reese, Educator/coach TAXES • TAXES Peanut butter and jelly, English muffin, marinated vegetables, apricots. TUesday, Feb. 13 Cold chicken thigh, pea and peanut salad, peaches, dinner roll. Events Wednesday, Feb. 7 Hastings, nails/crafts; Nashville, puzzle day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, Feb. 8 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, puzzle day; Taxes 8:30-12, fed and state. Friday, Feb. 9- Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day; State taxes, 9-12. Monday, Feb. 12 Hastings, line dance, music; Nashville, game day; day; Woodland, game Delton, game day. Tuesday, Feb. 13 Hastings, Kinship Care, 7 p.m. COA; Nashville, puzzle day. • TAXES • TAXES RL Hill Tax Service Hl <0 111 Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience . TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES �The Maple VaMey News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001— Page 6 Children learn multiplication in variety of ways by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Third grade students at Fuller Elementary have been busy learning their multiplication tables in-'a variety of different ways. In Mary Slag's room, her students were busy in a contest to learn them. "Our theme this year is birds, so we have birds with each of the kids' names that we pin to each number the kids learn to multiply by... starting with one, and we will probably go to 12 by the end of the year, that's their goal," said Slag. Student Shelby Christo­ pher is in the lead right now in the. classroom, with five others, Kayla Shaw, John Lison, Chelsea Khouri, Mathew Spencer and Kaitlyn Furlong, clos- Heather Cady in front of the patchwork quilt. Kayla Shaw, (from left) John Lison, Chelsea Khouri, Matt Spencer, and Kaytlin Furlong are fast on the heels of first place student Shelby Christopher. The race is who can learn their multiplication tables the fastest and most accurate. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST..-NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com , MLS Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI ' HMS" EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................... Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).......................................................... Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) Eves. 726-0223 726-1234 852-5066 ing in. "We usually have a pizza party for everyone that's successful, we plan to do that again this year," the teacher said. Meanwhile, next door, Chris Green's class was busy learning their multi­ plication tables by color­ ing paper gumball ma­ chines. As the students learn, Green will add gumballs to their machines." Green said the kids came up with the theme, "we can blow you up in The students hang their finished bubble gum machines on the bulletin board. IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity!! Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own busi­ ness. (V-113) VERMONTVILLE Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (N-116) 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, “Ibdor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/flreplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE Perked 8r surveyed, ideal for manufac­ tured home. Some trees, close to town. All this for-just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) 4.7 ACR^ R^ft vfrl^ JV1LLE Water ft ■ HeKr M^ivailable. Call Nyl yl^h “ (VL-115) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2-2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 & has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front & rear stairs. Call Homer for more details Ar Appointment to see. (N-117) ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE NEW LISTING LIVE DOWN & RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot live down­ stairs & rent upstairs. To units eas­ ily reverts to one unit. Spacious living ares, oak trim 8t pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-118) IN NASHVIL NASHVILLE 2 story, vinyl sid^ ^^hr vinyl window ws^frb^^cjs, J^Bth, 1st floor la Wof needs attentioj^KKEliate possession! $49,90(J^all ^all Jerry. (N-114) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof & furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show-ing. £all Nyle. (CH-106) Because of recent "SOLDS" and Pending Transactions we are in need of 'LIST­ INGS"! Call us today if you have property or a home to sell! Chelsea Hale works on her bubble gum machine drawing. times" for the bulletin board holding the gum machines. Business Services CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! ROOFING, SIDING, BARN,, Repairs, epars, windows, wnows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 MEDICAL BILLING/ BOOKKEEPING Thornapple Manor, the Barry County Medical Care Facility, seeks person with medical billing experience to assist with this function and perform various bookkeeping duties. Excellent pay and benefits. Send resume with salary history in confidence to: Human Resources... 'ffibrnapple 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE �I nn Hnnlri । 'nh ■»» Ai tiaiw Ta i,n rlimn j, iiWI Bnoft Film Processing r rF or IVe want you to get the best color reproduction available Yvonne Gwendolyn Coon LANSING - Mrs. Yvonne Gwendolyn Coon, of Lansing, formerly of Sunfield, passed away Monday, Jan. 29, 2001 at E.W. Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, at the age of 86. She was born Sept. 7, 1914 in Lansing, the daugh­ ter of Ralph C. and Bertha Mae (Hosington) Rose. Mrs. Coon graduated from Eastern High School in 1932. She was a life member of the Mulliken OES No. 161. She was employed for many years at the Kirklands Drug Store in Sunfield, until closing in the early 60’s, then for many years she was employed at J.W. Knapp Company in Lansing. Mrs. Coon was a very tal­ ented seamstress, she enjoyed making numerous outfits for many. alii,l your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! from your families’ photographs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice (Pete) Coon, father and step­ mother, Ralph and Eva Rose, mother and stepfather, Bertha and Claude Peck, sis­ ters, Connie Clyde, and Juanita Whalen, brother, John Rose. Surviving are two daugh­ ters, Jacqueline (Allen) Butler of Sunfield, Sue Ann Piper ofLake Odessa, seven grandchildren, Scott Butler ofTroy, Ohio, Jeff Butler of Sunfield, Jodee (Joe) Eaton of Hastings, Julie (Russ) King of Midland, Allison Butler of Laingsburg, Mark (Amy) Piper of Goshen, Indiana, and Mike (Kristi) Piper of Vicksburg, five great grandchildren, Lance and Darren Eatoh, Sarah and Emma Piper, and Zoe King. Funeral services were held Thursday, Feb. 1, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, MI. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the S.P.Y.s Scholarship Fund in memory of Mrs. Coon; aka Sunfield Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth. The pallbearers were the grandsons, Scott and Jeff Butler, Mark and Mike Piper. An internment service followed at the Sunfield Cemetery. For more information log on to: www.legacy.com. The funeral arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. That’s what you get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your photos... Large 4” X 6" prints, color corrected & printed on Kodak’s No. 1 brand Royal 24 EXPOSURE ROLL 4” PRINTS SINGLE EXPOSURE SET Margaret M. Phillips HASTINGS Mrs. Margaret M. Phillips, age 82, of Hastings, died Thursday, February 1, 2001 at her residence. She was born on October 19, 1918 in Hastings, the daughter of Stephen and Clara (Stamm) Cooley. Mrs. Phillips was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings schools, graduating in 1936 from Hastings High School. She was married to Robert A. Phillips on December 28, 1939, and he preceded her in death on January 22, 1997. Mrs. Phillips was employed as a nurses aide at Pennock Hospital and the Old Striker House Nursing Home in Hastings. She and her husband also owned and operated the General Store in Cloverdale for several years. Margaret Jane Horne CHARLOTTE - Margaret Jane Horne, 84, of Char­ lotte, died Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2001. Mrs. Home was bom June 4, 1916, in Mayport, Penn., the daughter of James William and Jane (Nichols) Burkey. Mrs. Home had jobs in a steel mill, a hospital and a pottery factory during her lifetime. She is survived by daugh­ ter Sally (Danny) Skelton of Charlotte; stepson Richard Home of Byromville, Ga.; sister, Annie Price of Wam­ pum, Penn.; 10 grandchil­ dren and two great grand­ children. She was preceded in death by her husband Frederick H. Home, son, James Home and brother, John Burkey. Funeral services were Saturday, Feb. 3, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home, Char­ lotte. Pastor Marc Living­ ston officiated. Interment was at Lakeside Cemetery in Lake Odessa. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the Chester Gospel Church, American Cancer Society or Eaton Community Hospice. Further information avail­ able at legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation will be, TAPPING E TREES ..in Vermontville. If you don't want your trees &T tapped, please put a white r cloth around the tree. She was a member of Barry County Historical Society, Ganson Street Baptist Church in Jackson, former member Hastings Hope United Methodist Church, former member Pieces and Patches Quilting Society of Jackson. Mrs. Phillips was also preceded in death by her parents; sister, Virginia Myers; and brother, Orville Cooley. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Ellen (John) Blivin of Jackson, and Jane (Duane) Baxter of Michigamme; son, Jack (Diana) Phillips of Hastings; five grandchildren; five great grandchildren; brother, Justin Cooley of Nashville; sisters, Imogene (Don) Crane of Lansing, and Marian (Wayne) Pennock of Nashville; brother-in-law, Floyd "Bud" Myers of Hastings; sister-in-law, Gertrude Geiger of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 3, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home. Reverend Donald Deaver officiated. Burial was at Cedar Creek Cemetery, Hope Township, Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice, Barry County Historical Society or Ganson Street Baptist Church in Jackson. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. 35MM paper in matte or glossy finish. now only... Crazy Thursdays 0 ^0 With each roll processed, you get DOUBLE PRINTS or one 8x10 ENLARGEMENT of your choice! MW i™** ” ...at Printing Plus! Magnetic backed prints! Let us take that special print you’ve selected to display in your kitchen, office or... wherever! We’ll apply a special £ magnetic backing. 4„ x 6„ prjnts Enlargements Select that special print from any roll of film processed (24 exposure roll) & WE WILL ENLARGE IT TO 8” X10” QQ^ now only NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! 8.5” X 11 Color Copies 1 exposure qq< ww 1 EXPOSURE11”X17" $1.19 8.5” X 11” B&W Copies -| EC now only... IW each Available as low as 70 each in quantities! Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers ~ in the latest colors & Automotive • $8,795 1 OWNER Grand Am GT- 4dr., in excellent condi­ tion! Very well kept up. Gray interior, sunroof, CD player, power everything. For more information call (616)891-7874. 1998 TAURUS: moonroof, loaded, with warranty, $10,000. (517)852-0879 textures available Custom Rubber Stamps 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 ... .in in tne Gray Barn :30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001 - Page 8 Kindergartners mark 100th day of school Students show off their color blocks. 100 pieces of cereal are strung to make necklaces. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Linda Gaber's kinder­ garten class celebrated 100 days of school last week with a parade into every classroom. The students worked on various crafts with the number 100 theme, such as necklaces with 100 pieces of cereal on them, ten piles of ten different colors of tiles, celebration crowns and coloring groups of ten pictures. They capped these ac­ tivities off with a parade around the building in their celebration crowns that they made at home. "We are learning about our numbers and this gives the kids an idea about how many is one hundred and gives them some idea," said Gaber. Gaber said that techni­ cally, the one hundredth REGISTRATION NOTICE for VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 12, 2001 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 or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT THE VIL­ LAGE HALL FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - LAST DAY The 30th Day Preceding Said Election. As provided by Section 498, Act. No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville. For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWN­ SHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the con­ stitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. 1-1 Year Term Village President 3-2 Year Term Village Trustees 1-1 Year Term Village Trustee Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 15 /<? Students in Linda Gaber's class color things in groups of tens to celebrate TOO days of school. day of school is falls around Valentines Day, but the kids chose to cele­ brate it last week, because there are plenty of Valen­ tine's Day activities. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Real Estate GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. Abby Richards shows off her crown she made at home with the help of her mom. NOTICE Public Hearing Vermontville Village Council February 8, 2001 1. Councilperson appointment at 7:00 p.m. 2. Land split application located on Jade Lane at 7:15 p.m. 100 i> Jw $$J}« SSJw0 }01«1 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. February 6, 2001 - Page 9 Food pounding raises money for local family Lorna Brecheisen (left) and Pam Wieland help with the food pounding at Faith Bible Church. Faith Bible Church had a food pounding last week for Keith and Diane Ward. The Wards are friends of the Faith Bible congrega­ tion. Their Nashville area home burned before Christmas. Most in the congregation had no idea what a food pounding was when Pastor Shane Lewis first proposed it. He said a "food pound­ ing" is when there is a col­ lection of food for some specific cause. Lewis, who is from the South, said the term "food pounding" is used all the time though he admitted he had no idea of its origin. (The dictionary defines "pounding" as the custom of giving a pound of sugar or some other edible commodity.) The congregation also Fifth-graders move books into new Sunfield Library by Helen Mudry StaffWriter Sunfield’s new library is finally open thanks in part to 50 fifth-graders from Sunfield's 180 Leadership Club. Last week, fifth grade teacher Bob Kruisenga di­ rected the move. The stu­ dents put on their winter coats, walked to the library, Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank | I 1 Sales - Service K 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517’726-0377< 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville collected money to help get the Wards' new living room furniture. j$ Mich. Lie. #23-1748 NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2000 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Feb. 9ih, 10th, 23rd & 24th Any taxes received after Feb. 28, 2001 will be returned to the taxpayer as delinquent. Delinquent taxes can be paid with 4% penalty plus interest to Eaton County Treasurer. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vac­ cination is required. After Feb. 28, 2001 licenses will be-$25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. 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, Ml 49096 PHONE #517-566-8913 rolled up their sleeves and went to work. They formed a book brigade passing small stacks of books from hand to hand. The serpentine chain of scholars winded its way from the storage boxes in the meeting room, through the lobby, past the circula­ tion desk and up to the stage. When the books fin­ ished this circuitous route, they were put on the newly painted shelves by librarian Ward MacCready. Because the books were packed in order, unpacked in order and passed in order, in theory the 1,000 volumes in the junior easy collection required little sorting when they reached their final destination. The 500 children's videos were moved in a similar fashion. Library volunteer Dana Schelter helped direct the move. She was reminded by Kruisenga that she was once in his fifth grade class. "I remember you gave a career speech on being a librarian, " he said. And lo it has come to pass. As a thank you for the help, each student will be given a coupon good for one free video rental. There is a slight catch though. The student has to have a library card and permission from a parent. Kruisenga said student membership in the "180 Club" is decided on a point basis with students earning points for assignments finished on time, good playground behavior, returned library books, etc. The "180" is derived from the number of school days each year and from the 180degree positive turn around in behavior seen by some of the students. Nashville Firemen hold ‘Super Sunday’ fund-raiser Sisters Page (left) and Maggie Semrau and Kyle Semrau from Nashville eat Breakfast at the Woodland Fire Barn’s Super Bowl Sunday Pancake Breakfast. The Semrau family is active in the Nashville Fire Department and always there to lend support to a neighboring department’s fund-raisers. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on February 8, 2001, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 206 N. Main. PURPOSE: To discuss the proposed budget for the 2001-2002 budget year. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUP­ PORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL ALSO BE A SUBJECT OF HEAR­ ING. The 2001-2002 budget will be voted on during the regular Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearing. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001 - Page 10 Spikers come close lose to Aggies in three Maplewood Honor Roll Fourth Grade AH A’s Mackensye Ancona, Cheyenne Fighter, Kyle Fisher, Lucinda Gale, Samantha Newton, Autumn Rose, Chris Rugg. A’s & B’s Kinsey Bartlett, Kala Bishop, Brooke Bracy, James Brown, Lucas Brumm, Kayla Chapman, Brooke Cornwell, Dusty Cowell, Jennie Currier, John Currier, Tyra Curth, Amye Davis, Brooke Davis, Brandon Demars, Brittney Eaton, Stacey Fassett, Rusty Fifield, Bailey Jo Flower, Duston Frailey, Jose Garza, Sean Gillum, Andrew Goedert, Jasmine Grinage, Aleena Hamilton, Nick Kirk, Christian Main, Catalina Mata, John Mater, Jessie Miller, Kasandra Morgan, Tyler Murray, Erica Myers, Nick Parks, Amanda Paxson, Tasha Purchis, Holly Rathburn, Katie Rucinski, Kellie Service, Nick Smith, Stephanie Sparks, Olivia Sprague, Brandon Vaughn, Brittany Watson, Nicole Woodman, Sabrina Wright, Ashley Zander. Fifth Grade All A’s - Tony Corwin, Emily Eldred, Tori Ewing, Brittney Gardner, Allen Garrett, Lauren Pierce, Aleisha Strong, Meagan VanEngen, Kathleen Welch, Jed Wieland. A’s & B’s Nakomia Andler, Krystopher Berg, Markie Brumm, Amber Cantrell, Danielle Christensen, Adam Cook, Koty Crabtree, Taylor Cushing, Austin Earl, Jason Ellison, Sarah Ellison, Cody Flowers, Jacob Furlong, Kylie Gardner, Brittany Garza, Ashley Gonser, Emily Gould, Reica Haeck, Nathan Hale, Rion Hanes, Jorden Hewlett, Christin Hoffman, Justin Hoffman, Lynn Hosmer, Meghan Howard, Terryn Hummel, Karissa Kellogg, Chris , Loveall, Rachel Mater, Deven Meade, Fawn Montague, Amanda Morehouse, Josh Norton, Chelsey Parish, Kelli Perry, Ashley Phenix, Dustin Phillips, Heather Primm, Kreshel Reid, Aaron Root, Jarrod Schaffer, Ryan Schroder, Jillian Simmons, Adam Smith, Jared Smith, Britiney Stambaugh, Kory Starks, Tyler Tefft, Brittany VanZandt. Sixth Grade All A’s - Mike Chapman, Amanda Feighter, Creedence Hoffman, Mary Jewell, Amy Joostberns, Rebecca Kent, Lucas Knox, Olivia Tabor, Brooke Varney, Sarah Williams. A’s & B’s - T.J. Bently, Olivia Blakely, Austin Bodenmuller, Jarrod Brooks, Trisha Carney, Jessica Chaffee, Craig Clements, Chad Cogswell, Nicole Davis, Tiffany DeBoer, Dustin Diamond, Christy Dietrick, Alisha Felmlee, Meghan Gaber, Breann Gardner, Jarred Goris, Amber Hamilton, Joel Hewlett, Kaitlyn Hulsebos, Erika Hummel, Kristen Hummel, Kenny Kienutski, Chris Leinhart, Erica Lightner, Chelsei Lowe, Alaina Mater, Samantha May, Justin McMillen, Keely McMillen, Cody Montgomery, Stephanie Moreno, Pat Mulvany, Jacob Myers, Ashley Napier, Kyle Pash, 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 - An "extremely tough" effort put Maple Valley's varsity volleyball team in winning contention. But Dansville prevailed in a highly contested third game to pull out a 15-9, 5­ 15, 15-12 win last Wednesday at Dansville High School. A number of Maple Valley players helped to make it such a close match. Miranda Farr had 11 service points and Jenny Mansfield added 8. Mansfield led the team with 3 aces and Jessi Grant added 2. Grant spiked 5 kills and Mansfield tallied 3. Grant and Mansfield each added one solo block. Mansfield led the team with 3 aces and Jessi Grant added 2.* And Farr made 8 digs, while Mansfield contributed in that category with 5. Honor roll continued Roger Platte, Lenora Pratt, Vicki Rhodes, Kayla Rodriguez, Kayla Rogers, Hillary Ruffner, Stephanie Rugg, Chris Rumsey, Evan Smith, John Spect, Desiree Thomas, Felicia Tomich, Kristen VanZandt, Mackinzie Visger, Jessica Winegar. National Ads DIET MAGIC. LOSE UP TO 30LBS/30 DAYS. PRO­ GRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)721­ 8804 ■ HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs.- Jessica Mansfield (18) goes up for a spike in recent varsity volleyball action at Maple Valley High School. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several REPO: MUST SELL! Will banks, they are eager to sell look at any offer. 3 bedroom, homes they have repos­ 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ sessed. No application fee if ry. 1'800-672-9604 you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 Give winter a warm welcome! Armstrong WORK AT HOME FULL OR PART TIME FREE IN­ FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-8804 AMERICA'S CAUKCrMAKER1 Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Cabinets 'JA iConic nome.to /dBSJi A.quality .qnduearlsiteyn. Celotex insulation Plywood Lumber Plumbing Supplies USG L Drywall /'Oak z Pine Molding EWING WELL DRILLING IS INC. OFFERING COMPLETE 'WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP IIS SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS Armstrong Ceiling Tile u and & H Power Tools Paints ROOfS & Wolverine Technologies | •Residential • Commercial • Farm Dry Mix Crete & Supply DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors Nashville 616-374-7595 517-852-9565 LOOK FOR THE HEATING AND COOLING PRO... FOR THE FINEST IN SALES, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. WE OWN OUR 0WN: EQUIPMENT & DO ’ OUR OWN WORK. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" Matthew D. Ewing 4 Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY H OME TOWN! if Lake Odessa We stock a complete line of...- Time for New Siding? MarqII ue-Line Frost Heating & Cooling Estimates Available LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 ........ www.hometownlumber.com . (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE1 >\RMSTRONGAIR Cbm/brJeani �Looking For a PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVERTOO SMALL! • Letterheads • Folders • Business Cards • Books • Annual Reports • Stickers • Brochures • Invitations • Flyers • Labels • Posters • Tags • Political Signs • Envelopes • Rubber Stamps • Tickets • Business Forms • Balloons • Newsletters • Calendars • computer Forms • Catalogs 1-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it’s new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the BARN I TTy our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ------------------------1 Hour or Next Day Processing-------------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 545-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 6, 2001 - Page 12 Lion wrestlers win two more 171, Josh Grasman at 189 and Matt Thome at 215. Lions' winners against Saranac were Mark Shoemaker at 103 (void), Andrew Kenyon at 112 (void), Randy Silsbee at 130 (void), Matt Brumm at 140 (void), Chad Spears at 160 (void), Jason Silsbee at 171 (pin in 14 seconds), Josh Grasman at 189 (pin in 1:08), Matt Thorne at 215 Maple Valley's wrestling squad notched two wins last Thursday against Bellevue (48-24) and Saranac (54-30). The Lions improved to 5-1 in the SMAA with the two league triumphs. Scoring two victories for the Lions were Mark Shoemaker at 103, Andrew Kenyon at 112, Randy Silsbee at 130, Chad Spears at 160, Jason Silsbee at £$ The Dog House # e& Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology fiptr Graduate G "hi • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 (void) and Tim Rumsey at 275 (void). Maple Valley received victories against Bellevue from Mark Shoemaker at 112 (void), Andrew Kenyon at 112 (void), Randy Silsbee at 135 (pin in 5:17), Chad Spears at 160 (void), Jason Silsbee at 171 (pin in 1:07), Josh Grasman at 189 (void), Matt Thome at 215 (void) and Matt Russell at 275 (voidO. Top individual records for the season belong to Andrew Kenyon at 112(18­ 6), Brandon Brooke at 125 (15-3), Randy Silsbee at 130 (33-2), Jeff Rhoades at 152 (27-2), Chad Spears at 160 (32-6), Jason Silsbee at 171 (27-8), Josh Grasman at 189 (18-19) and Matt Thorne at 215 (23-10). Lions oust Orioles in SMAA hoops; host Leslie tonight With solid contributions from a number of its stars, Maple Valley's varsity basketball team captured its ninth win of the season Friday night against Morrice. The Lions won the SMAA contest 84-50 to improve to 9-3 and 6-2. Morrice is now 3-9 and 2-5. Helping Maple Valley's cause were Devin Phenix (12 points), Darin Thrun (12 points), Eric Goris (10 points, 4 assists and 7 rebounds), Nick Jones (9 points and 4 assists) and John Terberg (5 steals). Jeremy Freed led Morrice with 16 points. Maple Valley plays host to Leslie Tuesday, Feb. 6 and travels to Bellevue Friday, Feb. 9. SUPPORT WILDLIFE REHABILITATION REFERRALS HELP KEEP COSTS LOW dog-cat vaccines VACCINES FOR LICENSINC/SAFETY OF YOUR PETS LOW COST - HIGH QUALITY - $15.00 EACH. HO EXAM FEE ARK VETERINARY - SMALL ANIMAL HOUSE CALLS • MEDICINE & SURGERY DELTON NASHVILLE SUNFIELD FIRE HALL-ORCHARD ST. FEB. 18,25 NOON-2 PM POWERS QUONSET FIRE HALL-DOWNTOWN FEB. 10,17,24 NOON-2 M-66 AT REED FEB, 18,25 3-5 PM Maple Valley's Mike Hirneiss sets up to take a jump shot in recent varsity basketball action at home. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT - L. JULIUS D.V.M • 1-800-4-ARKVET Chuck Roast English Roast N.Y. Strip Loins Pork Cutlets Call Ahead for Cutting Instructions $2 29 ■ ■ Breaded 12-14 lb. Whole L b. Lb. Lb. ssssssssssssssssss Pork Sizzlers Troyer Deli 98% Fat Free Sliced or Shaved ^Turkey 28 oz. oz Prego Stuffed Center Cut Spaghetti Sauce Pork Chops $A9a0 9 L b.. Lb.. £££££«£ 7 Kellogg’s 16 oz. I Frosted ! Mini Wheats ^and Kellogg’s 19 oz. Kll ! Bite Size ; Frosted A Mini Wheats milk Bareman’s Gallon Hudsonville 1/2 Gal. Square 1 lb. Tub Parade Soft 4 oz. Penn Dutch Stems & Pcs. Whole Milk Ice Cream Margarine Mushrooms 9 gallon Bareman’s 1/2 Gallon l oz. Parade Squeeze Choc. Milkf Minute Maid Tide «6" 12 $0 $049 79* Hamilton &A 8 oz. Parade Large Eggs Whipped Topping 89* 100 oz. Liquid Laundry Detergent Ketchup Pack 1/2 gal. 2 Liter ice Cream Sandwiches 2'89* 32 oz. Mueller’s Select Var. Pasta Parade Ketchup 11.5 oz. Parade Asst. Var. 9.4-14 oz. Kraft Coffee Deluxe Dinners 79* Vermontville CiFoceiFy 726^5^ Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday w � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-02-13.pdf 38ac9b8cfa01555dbff882063571ebf3 PDF Text Text NAsrnrcs public lhuiy 121SCHURCH ST NSTMtt ■! 4NKB-MB Published b^J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 7/February 13, 2001 Jim Samaan appointed to Vermontville Village Council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Jim Samann was ap­ pointed to the Ver­ montville Village Council at the meeting last week with three yes votes. JoAnne Nehmer and Charlie Viele also applied for the position, which was vacated by Rod Harmon when he resigned last month. Samann will serve the remainder of Harmon's term and then will have to file for election thereafter. Samann has previously sat on the council for two years, and did not run again when his seat came up open last March. In other business at the meeting the council: • Approved Larry Weatherwax for two build­ ing referrals. He is building two small homes on Sec­ ond Street between Maple Street and South Main. He said he did not need to do a land split application because the county recog­ nizes the land as two recorded lots already. The council agreed with him. • Heard from Ron and Linda Hanes about a spe- See Samann appointed, pg. 2 Vermontville Village Clerk Shirley Harmon swears in Jim Samann to the council last Thursday. Winter homecoming arrives this weekend by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Winter homecoming is coming next week to the high school, and the theme this year is winter sports. The student leadership class and student council has many activities and events planned in the week leading up to the game against Olivet on Feb. 23. "We have lots of new games and activities that we are excited about," said Norma Jean Acker who teaches the leadership class. "We are really ex­ cited about that... both the leadership class and the council wanted to make some changes and we did that." Each class has a winter sport theme and color. The seniors have sledding and yellow, the juniors snow­ boarding and black, the sophomores skiing and red, and the freshmen snowmobiling and orange. Each weekday holds a different dress day. Pajama day is Monday, backwards day is Tuesday, twin day is Wednesday, Thursday is class sport day and Friday is class color day. There will be several lunch hour activities such as free throw shoots, half court shots and others. The classes will com­ pete through these activi­ ties for points. The class with the most points will win a spirit trophy at the pep assembly Friday. At the assembly also, will be a new pancake eat­ ing contest. Each class will choose a person who willtry to eat the most pancakes in an hour or so. "The object is not how fast you can eat them, but how many," said Acker. Megan Garvey (left) and Aubrey Murphy stand by the homecoming tee shirts for sale at the high school. The shirts come in four sizes and prices start at $7. “Last game we played them (Olivet) for their homecoming and we won in double over­ time, so it should be an exciting rematch.” -Norma Jean Acker The winter prince and princess homecoming court has been announced. The court consists of (bottom row, from left) Lizzie Sundrla, Aubrey Murphy, and Megan Garvey, (top row, from left) Nate Heinze and Ty VanAlstine. Not pictured is Brit Leonard. "Of course with that con­ test we will be serving tra­ ditional Maple Valley maple syrup." The game against Olivet is bound to be exciting. "Last game we played them for their homecoming and we won in double overtime, so it should be an exciting rematch," she said. Capping off the week will be the dance Saturday from 8 to 11:30 p.m. Acker said the dance is semiformal. The winter king and queen homecoming court has been announced. The court consists of (bottom row, from left) Kristen Sprauge, Torri Newton, Mark Ayles (second row, from left) Jeff Rhoades, and Lacey Ripley. Not pictured is Andy Ewing. In This Issue • Maplewood receives four walkie-talkies for safety • Nashville Council opposes sergeant’s post in department • Skilled trades job fair is for job seekers, parents, students • Art students working on projects to be displayed �The t/apie VaHey New*. Nashville Tuesday February 13, 2001 - Page 2 Maplewood receives four walkie talkies*for safety by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley PTO hav purchased four walkie talkies for Maplewood El­ ementary School as pari of the group's crisis plan, said Principal Fred Davenport The principal said he has been working on sev­ eral different issues with a crisis planning team that covers school emergen­ cies. Those emergencies might include violence, natural disasters or acci­ dents, he said. “Part of our plan goal was to have better means of communication... so the walkie talkies will go to four key people in the school. We will have one on the playground, in the lunchroom and the office to be used in any sort of emergency. A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the 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. Davenport said he was thankful for the purchase "I have expressed grati­ tude to the PTO for the purchase." he said, "Be­ cause it continues my push for the safe school con­ cept. Another part of the con­ cept, he said, is a new re­ quirement that parents or visitors need to check into the office first before walk­ ing around school grounds. "They need to check in and then they will receive a name badge... the staff is being trained to look for these badges and be alerted to those that do not have them." "We have locked all the doors leading into the school to streamline the visitors to the main doors, we are always looking for ways for the school to be safer." Buy life insurance and save on your home. you buy your life insurance from us through Auto-Owners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home or mobile home insurance. We’ll save you money. As an indepen- dent Auto-Owners agent, we take great interest in you - as well as your home. Stop in our agency and ask us about it today! vfuto-Owners insurance Home O' Dininor « TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport and Librarian Denise Myers hold the walkie talkies purchased by the P.T.O. for the school. Sa/naan appointed, continued from front page cial assessment for sewer and water for a portion of a lot they own. They said they feel they should not have to pay for it because the part of land they own does not access the sewer and water and they do not own the front part that does. Council decided to check into the matter with the village attorney. • Accepted a land split application from the Stew­ arts. • Approved removal of one handicap parking spot by the park and replacing it with one in front of the grocery store and one in front of the old outpost. • Talked about what to do about a semi-truck that has been parked in front of the village office on weekends. Council de­ cided two members would talk to the driver about moving it. • Approved to work in new trees for landscaping downtown into the budget. • Heard a suggestion from Kay Marsh to take former council member Rod Hannon out to dinner to thank him for his ser­ vice to the village. Village President Sue Villanueva said it was a good idea, and a date would be set for those who want to attend. • Heard a complaint from Andrea Hapeman, who was issued an arrest warrant for a junk ordi­ nance violation. She said she was working on the problem and had been told by a council member that nothing would be done about it until the spring. Hapeman also accused Villanueva of telling someone about the warrant for her arrest, said it "was none of her business" and demanded an apology. Villanueva said she had not talked about her and would not apologize for something she had not done. Councilman Roger Metz talked about current pro­ cedures for ordinance vio­ lations and said the com­ munity is working on mak­ ing personal contact and issuing citations instead of letters. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News 4ctfon-ads The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School Sunday: ........ ...... 10 a.m. AM. Worship ........... 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 pm Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ... ................. 7 p m, PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ol Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School Worship Service .............. 9 30 a.m. ................. .11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Sunday School Morning Worship... Evening Worship Wednesday Family Night Service . 9:45 .............. 11 6 6:45 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 Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER 301 Fuller St. Nashville Sunday School........ Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. Wednesday Evening: Worship ..................... 9:45 a.m. ...... 11 a.m. .................. 6 ... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER . Meeting at Maple Valley High School MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road Morning Celebration ............ ,10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training (1/2 mile East o! M-66, 5 ml. south ot Nashville) Sunday School 10 am A.M. Service...................... 11:15 a.m. P.M Service 6 p.m PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy, SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St, Nashville PASTOR RANDY SMITH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship .9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class .9:30 .. .10 .10:30 .10:50 a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 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 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School A.M. Service . P.M. Service ... Wed. Service 9:45 a.m. 11 a.m. ...... 7 p.m. ...... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Sunday Schoo Worship ............ 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass........................ 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............... Worship Service............. Sunday Evening Service Wed. Evening Service... AWANA 7-8:30 9:45 a.m. ... 11a.m. 6 p.m. ..... 7 p m p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...................... 10 a.m. Church Service ...................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: .9:15 am. Morning Prayer 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Huttmck 948-9694 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardl 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor alt services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................... ...3 p.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, February 13, 2001 - Page 3 Maplewood kids make Valentine’s Day mobiles by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Love was in the air in Bob Smith's classroom at Maplewood Elementary last week. The class was busy working on Valentine's Day mobiles, made from red, white and pink paper. Smith said the students made the hearts and other shapes hanging from the Chantel Soto, (left) and Carnelle James hang another mobile with the others in Bob Smiths Maplewood class last week. Jason Mondague (from left), Arron Root and Jonn anyaer worK on tneir Valentine Day mobile. Nashville council opposes sergeant’s post in dept. 404766 The Nashville Village Council did not support a motion last week to pro­ mote police officer Jeff Miller into a sergeant's po­ sition. Councilman Frank Dun- HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $4.75 with StudentlD $8.00 Late Shows Frl 4 Sat Q No p»»».T DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink RefIlla A ,2Sc Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU; An Unobstructed View ■ ’T-vn [SHOWS AND SHOWTIMES GOOD 2/9-2/15| O HANNIBAL (R) DI6ITAL/STADIUM SEATING 1:35,4:10,6:45,9:20 ■ ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT (PG-13) ■ DICITAL/STAOIUM SEATING ■ ■ 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 7:20, 9:30 p WEDDING PLANNER (PG-13) 12:10,2:20, 4:40, 7:00, 9:10 SAVE THE LAST DANCE (PG-13) 12:20, 2:35,4:50, 7:10,9:35 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad ■ 1 @ Hastings 4 “MV* HITOURWEB@www.Qqti.comB 1 M ham, of the police com­ • Approved to pay the mittee, recommended transfer recycle board's re­ Miller be placed into the quest for $1,000. Council position. After a discus­ member Mike Beachnau sion, council member recommended payment Bonnie White said she ob­ because he said they have jected to having the posi­ seen some progress on tion in such a small de­ cleaning the site up. partment. • Approved having De­ Dunham made the mo­ tion, but it died for lack of partment of Public Works Director Scott Decker rep­ support. In other news at the meet­ resent the village for all activities associated with ing Thursday evening, the the upcoming water pro­ council: • Approved the proposed ject. budget for the village for • Heard from council fiscal year 2001-2002. member Dan Kellogg that • Heard from Melissa the village car show and Strotheide of the Planning dance he is planning is and Zoning Committee gaining interest from the that she will be attending community and he will a master plan seminar to check on liability insur­ be held by the Our Land ance for the event, which Committee. She said she 15 being planned for June would call other members 16 behind the businesses on the board and see if downtown. they want to attend. Sheriff pulls plug on cable TV in jail For the first time in a decade, Eaton County Jail inmates will not be watch­ ing sporting events or any other ESPN, cartoon chan­ nels, violent movies or iTANNINC $$145 $25 $40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLE S-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8 am-7 pm; Sat. 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 programs such as the Jerry Springer Show. Sheriff Rick Jones turned off the cable televi­ sion in the jail on Jan. 1 and the inmates now are limited to one educational channel only. "Inmates are encouraged to work on their GED or high school diploma while in jail," said Jones. Alcoholics Anonymous, substance abuse and church programs are avail­ able to inmates. "Without inmates watch­ ing TV all day, the other jail programming has be­ come more successful, Jones said. mobiles three dimensional, which took exceptional math skills, and said the process was harder than it looked. Each student had to try to keep the mobile bal­ anced so that it hung right. Smith said the mobiles would hang from the ceil­ ing in his classroom until after Valentine's Day to get everyone in the mood to celebrate. CHERYL’S I HAIR SHOP YJ CHERYL PIERCE Owner a Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children A Philanthropy can accomplish many purposes. You have the ability to strengthen your community, preserve cultural resources, assist the disadvantaged -and benefit yourself and your family as well. When people want to make a charitable gift, the most common option is to make a donation to a public charity. These organizations serve education, the arts, health services and a broad range of causes. To establish and fulfill a long-term charitable giving program that can provide lasting impact, individuals, families and businesses have two basic alternatives: • PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS are inde­ pendent charities established, controlled and maintained over time by a donor. • COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS are public charities built by thousands of individuals, families and businesses that care about their communities. A community foundation manages individual gifts and bequests as an endowed pool of assets, distributing grants to a wide variety of organiza­ tions that enhance and support the quality oflife in the community. A vol­ unteer board of community members like yourself, directly accountable to donors and the community, oversees each foundation's administration and distribution of funds. Giving through a community foundation can help you: • achieve your philanthropic objectives • improve your community • maximize the tax benefits that charitable donations can provide When you give to your local community foundation it will give you the satisfaction of knowing that your concern for your community will have an impact in making it a better place for years to come. The Barry Community Foundation can work with you, your attorney and financial advisor to help structure what philanthropic options will work best for you. ommunity oundation P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-0526 • Fax: 616-9454536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 13,2001 - Page 4 Skilled trades job fair is for job seekers, parents, students Learning about job opportunities in the skilled trades will be the focus of a career fair at the Barry Expo Center Feb. 21. Here, local students speak to representatives of area manufacturers at an October career fair in Grand Rapids. Shown planning the Skilled Trades Career Expo are (from left) Dixie StadelManshum of the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce, Hastings High School counselor Sheree Newell, Tom Mohler of the BISD, and Mike Kwasny of Delton Kellogg High School. by Mary McDonough Staff Writer Adults seeking job oppor­ tunities and parents wanting to help their children decide what career path to follow are being encouraged to at­ tend the first-ever Skilled Trades Career Expo from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Barry Expo Center. The career expo is being sponsored by a number of groups, including the Barry Intermediate School Dis­ trict, Delton-Kellogg Schools, Hastings Area Schools, ABC Builders Group of Grand Rapids, Kellogg Community Col­ lege Manufacturing Tech­ nology Center, and the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce. Representatives from a number of businesses, uni­ versities, trade schools and the military will be present at the expo, including Viking, Flexfab, Viatec, Dewey's Auto Body, Fill­ more Equipment, Hastings Fiber Glass, Chrysler Super Store, Dreisbach Motors, the American Association of Builders and Contractors, the KCC Regional Manufacturing Technology Center, Lansing Community College, Ferris State University, Western Michigan University, and Grand Rapids Community College. In addition, there will be people knowledgeable about how to obtain millwright and carpenter apprentice­ ships and people represent­ ing various skilled trades, including electrical, mechan­ ical and architectural. A rep­ resentative of the U.S. Bureau of Apprenticeship Training will be present. The Michigan Works em­ ployment service will send a FUN WEEK at the Maple Leaf Inn, Vermontville Wed., Feb. 14— Special dinner for two Sat., Feb. 17—Enjoya Manie DINNER SPECIAL BEFORE HEAD­ ING TO THE FIREMAN’S DANCE |nn Sun., Feb. 18— Daytona 500 party \ 188 S. Main St., Vermontville ‘ Michi** representative. Instruction will be give on how to submit resumes via the In­ ternet. The Navy, Marines, and Army National Guard will also be on hand. "There are terrific em­ ployment opportunities in a variety of skilled trades to be represented at this career fair," according to Delton Kellogg School-To-Work coordinator Mike Kwasny. Some of those opportunities include carpentry, commu­ nication installation tech­ nology, interior finishing, electrical, heating and air conditioning, insulation, masonry, pipe fitting, plumbing, sheet metal, sprinkler fitting, steel erec­ tion, welding, plastics, millwright/maintenance, robotics, electricity, elec­ tronics, refrigeration, avia­ tion, aircraft mechanics, au­ tomotive mechanics, and diesel mechanics. Students in grades 9-12 from Lakewood, Maple Valley, Hastings, Delton Kellogg and Thornapple Kellogg have been invited to attend. Parents are particularly encouraged to attend, Kwasny said. "Research shows that par­ ents play the most influen­ tial role in a child's career choices," according to a brochure published by Michigan Occupational In­ formation System (MOIS), a career information system sponsored by the Michigan Department of Career Development, the Michigan Department of Education, and the Ingham Intermediate School District. At the career expo, par­ ents can help their children • explore various opportuni­ ties in skilled trades and de­ termine what type of posthigh school education and/or training is required for the various trades. The expo, made possible through a grant from the state of Michigan, is being held because "most of the jobs now are in skilled trades," Kwasny said. "One of the biggest demands of employers now is finding qualified candidates for these skilled trades. Companies are looking to foster and en­ courage apprenticeships, and there are some great, good­ paying jobs available." According to the MOIS brochure, "quality appren­ ticeships have proven to be an excellent path to exciting career opportunities. In a re­ cent study conducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research, 'journeypersons with three to five years of experience on average now earn 25 percent more than the typical college graduate with a BA degree.'" The brochure also states that while a worker with a college degree will usually earn more money than an employee without a college degree if the degree is in the person's chosen profession, "non-degree workers can earn equal or better wages in certain skilled positions. In many cases employers will pay for additional training and education." Parents who attend the expo will receive a copy of the MOIS brochure, which is titled "Career Preparation: Career Options for Michigan Youth." The brochure details ways parents can help their chil­ dren select careers. The brochure advises several steps parents can take to help their children with their career selection process. "Talk with your child about likes, dislikes and school preferences," the brochure states. "Identify talents and abilities. Assess strengths and weaknesses. Note hobbies and outside in­ terests. Document your child's employability skills. Check with your school to learn what career-related classes, activities and ser­ vices are provided. Above all, encourage you child in all he/she does. Early ac­ complishments can build confidence and help deter­ mine success in whatever occupation is chosen." Several programs provide vocational exploration op­ portunities, the brochure says. At school, counselors, the guidance office or career preparation coordinator can help students explore career options. Students organiza­ tions "capitalize on student interests and provide oppor­ tunities to explore and compete in career-related events." The brochure advises par- TAXES • TAXES All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act w One of our clients got his money in 24 hours and 8 minutes. Naturally, we apologized for the 8-minute delay. With our Refund Anticipation Loan, you'll get the amount of and the An additional fee is charged by Household Bank, f.s.b., the lender for this loan service. The bank will disclose the rate ofinterest. Loan subject to approval. discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, • TAXES • TAXES Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people This newspaper will not knowingly H&R BLOCK accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- fAc? g ? g" J" v> , Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES III 3 NASHVILLE MAPLE securing custody of children under 18. ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 Rights Act advertise “any preference, limitation or ence, your refund in as little as 24 hours. Michigan Civil which collectively make it illegal to Continued next page • RL Hill Tax Service CO ill <0 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: ents to "ask what is being done at your school to help your child in the career planning process. Work closely with school person­ nel to use all available re­ sources. Make the career de­ velopment process a part of your child's life." The brochure also said that area businesses sponsor an "Explorers Program” for young men and women ages 14-20. Also, the brochure says, Junior Achievement "teaches K-12 children the value of free enterprise and economics through hands-on business experiences." Students can explore the type of work they want to do through part-time jobs, mentoring programs, intern­ ships, co-op opportunities, career preparation programs, volunteering, getting in­ volved in hobbies, and be­ coming an apprentice, the brochure states. Parents can help students plan field trips to various businesses, can bring their children to work with them on "Take Your Child to Work Day," can attend ca­ reer fairs and technology open houses, can arrange for their children to talk to peo­ ple working in various fields, and can collect writ­ ten information on voca­ tional exploration, the brochure states. "Don't as­ sume your children share your career interests and skills," the brochure cau- SYRUP CORPORATION (with the help of MV FFA) will soon be tapping maple trees in Nashville. Place a white string around any tree you do not wish to have tapped. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 13, 2001 - Page 5 From previous page L S5 S5*>**>* S5> * !!% ^SS idtoJ? *Slh? *h miJ1 r - ’ttts.Ut * »tn| ’W. tions. "Allow them to pur­ sue their own interests." "While it's important to introduce career development early, your child's interests may change," the brochure says. "Suggest and support career decisions, and allow your child the flexibility to explore and change." According to MOIS, the 10 occupations with the fastest employment growth by the year 2006 include: 1) systems analysts, 2) home health aides, 3) database ad­ ministrators, computer sup­ port specialists and all other computer scientists, 4) computer engineers, 5) med­ ical assistants, 6) personal and home care aides, 7) physical therapists, 8) phys­ ical and corrective therapy assistants and aides, 9) desk­ top publishing specialists, and 10) occupational therapy assistants and aides. The brochure lists career planning resources, includ­ ing the books "What Color Is My Parachute" and "Three Boxes of Life" by Richard Nelson Bolles, "Do What You Are," by Paul Tieger and Barbara Barron-Tieger, "Career Book" by Joyce Kennedy, "Job Shift," by William Bridges, and "Go For It," by Judy Zeferay. Internet information sites include America's Career Infonet (www.acinet.org/), the MOIS Program (mois.org) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics Career Information (stats.bls.gov/kl2/htm/edu_ over.htm). On the Internet site "Jobweb," Kwasny said, a list of items to take to a ca­ reer fair included copies of resumes, a smile, a strong handshake, a positive atti­ tude, and energy. Things to take away from a career fanincluded business cards from recruiters, notes about contacts made, information about organizations con­ tacted, "a better sense of your career options," and "self-confidence in interacting with employer represen­ tatives." The Internet site also advises, "Don't cruise the booths with a group of friends, don't carry your backpack, large purse or other paraphernalia with you, don't come dressed for rugby practice," and don't 'wing it' with potential employers. Tom Mohler, superintendent of the BISD, said the expo is being held until 8 p.m. to make sure parents can attend the event "Parents today just don't have the awareness of the many opportunities avail­ able in skilled trades for their students," he said. "The fact is that over 80 percent of the good paying jobs in the future will go to individuals prepared in skilled trades. Today, fewer than 10 percent of those with low skills can expect even reasonable wages." The career expo, he said, will help students and parents "chart a course in the direc­ tion of high-skill, high wage jobs." Mohler is asking parents, students and/or job seekers planning on attending after 3 p.m. to call 945-9545, ex­ tension 28, and let the BISD know if they plan on attending. (While not mandatory, calling will ensure that everyone who wants to attend will be able to enjoy full participation, Mohler said.) Mib ifc ^«d &*J* ’actsts. ^nB ^nBa^i •Mt j JV basketball Lions lose to Leslie, beat Bellevue Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball team lost to Leslie 61-57 Tuesday, but came back Friday to knock off Bellevue 70-29. In the Leslie contest, Eric Smith scored 19 points and pulled down a team-high 15 iijiik attalij wjpv wjiipav ra-stai its adv id .tot uctidiihi®ste .Ettjx-Pimsch^q ca HditaMlphi Mpitfr taffiM: iifatm Stauwiist sa’ h lit!«(Hl IS pronie .Mfc'alii notiip iwimadtbif .juint iptoanr Widnwlif jaata jit wtifi o MM3! Iota’S laitos® - wl#: «®ajtffflta talui^ rebounds. Cam Smith had one of his better games of the season with 14 points and 8 rebounds. In the Bellevue game, the Lions used a balanced scoring attack and solid pressure defense to earn their 10th win. Scoring 14 points were Jim Himess and Eric Smith. Cam Smith added 11 markers, Jeff Taylor had 9 points and Ryan Grider added 8 markers. Eric Smith also pulled down 13 rebounds and Brandon Schantz collected 5 caroms. Maple Valley will face the top two teams in the league this week when they host Dansville Tuesday and travel to Lansing Christian Friday. Maple Valley Elementary Schools Ublbft sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, broccoli/cheese, pineapple, juice, milk. TUesday, Feb. 20 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, cheeseburger, piz­ za, taco bar. Choose Two garden salad, mashed potatoes/gravy, peaches, juice, milk. - garden salad, carrot sticks, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. (Maplewood & Fuller) Friday, Feb. 16 Lunch Menus Choose One - Rib sand­ Wednesday, Feb. 14 wich, pizza, chicken sandChicken fries, mashed wich, salad bar. Choose Two potatoes, raspberry sherbet, - garden salad, green beans, Valentine cake, 1/2 pt. milk. fresh fruit, juice, milk. Thursday, Feb. 15 Monday, Feb. 19 Pizza, carrot sticks, fruit Choose One Nacho cocktail, trail mix, 1/2 pt. bread sticks, pizza, chicken milk. Friday, Feb. 16 Tacos, green beans, fresh fruit, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Feb. 19 Nacho bread sticks, carrot sticks, pineapple, gingerbread, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 20 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, cracker pack, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe schooll year. Need wedding invitations? Stop by]-Ad Graphics 1351 It. M43 Higlmiy Nashville VFW 8260 taco diHNfR Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu TACO SALAD or TACOS Wednesday, Feb. 14 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Thursday, Feb. 15 H.S. Hungry Howies. Choose One Hungry Howies Pizza, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Same price with beverage Friday, Feb. 16th - 5:30 - 7:00 pm ALL-VOV-CAN-EAT Adults ~ $5.00 • Children under 12 ~ $2.50 Ml AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER' Fill KH । Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Tip •ill'- lag Cabinets Celotex ( Insulation \ Conic nome.to quality. Andersen. Oi Plumbing A Supplies xkoppi aiiji®- jutwi®1 ju A'i*’ r-relatcd fcs|» MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Plywoqd Lumber use Drywall $$$$$$ /'Oak ' Pine Molding 10 Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools Paints ROOfS Mix Crete & Supply <*> Wolverine Technologies Tim for New Siding? Time Maraue«Ltne I'OOQR SYSTEMS ;W Wi Tragically, over five million dogs are abandoned every year because of behavior problems.’ The real tragedy is, most of them could have been helped. Behavior problems, such as biting, growling, howling, destroying things, and urinating or defecating when left alone, are the number-one reason that dogs are abandoned, left in Pre“Huil9 Steel Doors The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE shelters or euthanized. But now. veterinarians have effective and innovative new ways of treating behavior problems. So. if you’re concerned about your dog’s behavior, schedule an appointment with your family veterinarian today. / A public service of this publication and the American Veterinary Medical Association * .Ml 2)0 A8U \J8-1150. *ON 15. 1997 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www. hometownlumber, com is �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 13, 2001 - Page 6 Maplewood kids make "A shape you draw, a form you hold in your hand," she told the class. She then gave each stu­ dent a ball of clay, carving tools and directions. She showed them how to make wings, and how to get curly tails out of clay. Each student eventually The Maplewood fourth­ graders were busy "scaring away the bad spirits" by making gargoyles in art class last week. Teacher Jill Shance said the class was studying the difference between form and shape with a little art history thrown in. gargoyles came away with their own idea of a gargoyle, which she said was form of sev­ eral combined animals, put on roof tops and build­ ings to scare bad spirits away. Maplewood art teacher Jill Shance instructs the children on clay shaping techniques. Lucas Brumm holds his finished gargoyle. Michael Paisley and Bailey Flower work on their gargoyles. MAPLE VALLEY WT Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 REALTOR Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HIY1S" ■ *N Ji AH 19 MLS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI....................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).......................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)............................................................................. 852-5066 COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof 8r furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private showing. Cail Nyle. (CH-106) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN & RENT UF 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot live down­ stairs 8r rent upstairs, lb units eas­ ily reverts to one unit Spacious living ares, oak trim 8f pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-118) BE TOUR OWN BOSS! Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity!) Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra Income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own busi­ ness. (V-113) Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, “Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! ‘ (N-116) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE - Perked & surveyed, ideal for manufac­ tured home. Some trees, close to town. All this for Just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 & has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front Sr rear stairs. Call Homer for more details & Appointment to see. (N-117) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "TUdor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely' landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) Because of recent "SOLDS" and Pending Transactions we are in need of 'LISTINGS"! Call us today if you have property or a home to sell! Dulcimer Society plans jam session The Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society meets on the fourth Saturday of each month for a jam ses­ sion at the Maple Leaf Grange, four miles south of Nashville on M-66. Anyone with non-elec* trical stringed instruments is welcome, including ban­ jos, guitars, mandolins, fiddles, ukuleles and basses. The sessions are in­ tended to be times set aside for fun for beginners and advanced performers. Listeners also are wel­ come to sit in. The next session will be from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24. One-on-one dulcimer in­ struction also is provided. For more information, call (517) 852-1869. Winter carnival will be Saturday The Maple Valley PTO is inviting the community to a day of carnival fun at Fuller Street Elementary in this year’s Winter Carnival Saturday, Feb. 17, from 1 to 4 p.m. Lots of fun is planned, including games, a space bounce, clowns, face paint­ ing, balloons, a cake walk, and things to eat such as popcorn, hot dogs, and cot­ ton candy. Tickets can be purchased the day ofthe carnival for 25 cents each or 25 tickets for $5. Game costs range from one to two tickets each, with prize tickets being awarded at nearly all games. Prize tickets can then be redeemed for prizes. wisSiwo© Open 9 am-10 pm Daily 230 S. Main Street Nashville - Park & enter rear of building - 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.Lic- #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 13, 2001 - Page 7 Commission on Aging Menu Hearty Meals Wednesday, Feb. 14 Lite Meals Wednesday, Feb. 14 Broc-Cheese-Ham soup, saltine crackers, winter squash, California vegetable, fruited Jell-O. Cubed cheddar cheese, rye krisps, cole slaw, spiced apples. Thursday, Feb. 15 Chicken pasta salad, broc and bacon salad, pineapples. BBQ pork nibbiers, sugar snap beans, pork and beans, dinner roll, fresh oranges. Friday, Feb. 16 Meatbail Stroganoff, pasta, spinach, sweet potatoes, sweet treat. Monday, Feb. 19 Meatloaf, mashed w/gravy, squash, dinner roll, apricots. Tuesday, Feb. 20 Pancakes w/sausage, country potatoes, spiced peaches, apple juice. Thursday, Feb. 15 Friday, Feb. 16 Ground bologna, baked beans, garden Jell-O, dinner roll. Monday, Feb. 19 2-Cheese pita, pickled beets, mixed fruit. Tuesday, Feb. 20 Hard boiled eggs, ww crackers, 3-bean salad, fruit parfait. Events Wednesday, Feb. 14 Hastings, party, nails/crafts; Nashville, Valentine’s party; Woodland, blood pressure day, party; Delton, Valentine’s party. Thursday, Feb. 15 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, Potluck at Hastings; Taxes 8:30-12, fed and state. Friday, Feb. 16 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, library; 12:00 Pat. State taxes, 9-12. Monday, Feb. 19 - All sites closed. Tuesday, Feb. 20 Hastings, foot care 9-12 a.m.; Alz group 1-3; Writing Group 1:00; COA Bd. Meeting 2:00. Film Processing For all your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs. The Best Color Possible! That’s what you get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your photos... Large 4” X 6" prints, color corrected & printed on Kodak's No. 1 brand Royal paper in matte or glossy finish. 35MM 24 EXPOSURE ROLL 4” PRINTS SINGLE EXPOSURE SET Winston “Bill” Brown Lake GRANBURY, TEXAS Winston “Bill” Brown Lake, 86, of Granbury, Texas, for­ merly of Charlotte, Michigan, died Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2001. Mr. Lake was bom May 31, 1914, in Vermontville, Michigan, the son of Benjamin and Blanche (Hart) Lake. He was a Tool Crib Attendant for A.E./Hoover Manufacturing in Charlotte, Michigan. He is survived by his daughter, Helen Holder of Granbury, Texas; grand­ daughters, Lori Stephenson of Mason, Michigan, Lisa (Stuart) Corder of Houston, Texas; great grandson, Jeremy Begley; great grand­ daughters, Sarah and Shelby The Dog House # ® ® Pet Grooming Corder. He was preceded in death by his wife, Opal (Marsh) Lake in 1996. Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 12, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Rev. Arthur Salis­ bury officiated. Interment was in Sunfield Cemetery in Sunfield, Michigan. Further information is available at www.leg acy.com. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology "(J • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands ___Cleaned * Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer Eye TWITCHY EYELIDS You’re sitting at your computer and all Of a Michael J. Flohr, Kyle Booher, O.D. sudden, one eyelid starts M D fluttering like crazy. It lasts a few seconds but then comes back again a little while later and frequently over the next couple of days. You can’t help but imagine something is wrong with your eyes. Generally, this twitching or quivering is related to fatigue and stress. If it happens, take a look at what’s going on in your life. Are you working too much? Are you sitting at your computer for hours and hours? You may need to give your eyes a break for a couple of days. Also, try gently massaging the affected eyelid. This can relieve the twitch significantly. Caffeine also lowers the threshold at which this occurs. Eliminate caffeine from your diet and the symp­ toms often disappear. Eye twitches are almost always harmless but can be very irritating and distracting. If it persists over time, see your doctor. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 945­ 6 3866 today! Maple Valley finished third at Saturday's Southern Michigan Athletic Association (SMAA) wrestling tournament and had a couple of grapplers who earned weight class titles. Leslie's team was first with 230 1/2 points, Olivet second with 166 1/2 points and Maple Valley third with 106 1/2 points. Weight class champions for the Lions were Randy Silsbee at 130 and Chad Spears at 160. Silsbee won a decision over Olivet's Corey Ressegille in his championship match, while Spears won on a fall against Dansville's Chris McCann. Professionals, P.C. crazy Thursdays PROCESSING PLUS 1. Photos downloaded from the internet via email and printed in sizes you request 2. CD’s made of your images to order reprints online, email: ACP@voyager.net Picture Maker Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives, prints or slides - plus we can add text and borders in all popular sizes! 8X10 as low ass NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! 8.5” X 11 8.5" X 11 Color Copies QQ0 1 exposure ww 1 EXPOSURE 11”X17” $1.19 B&W Copies -I EC each now only... Iw ' Available as low as 70 each in quantities! Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers ~ in the latest colors & textures available Custom Rubber Stamps 945-9554or 1-909-979-7985 24 hours a day • 7 days a week HCJIOH-Ms! 6" With each roll processed, you get DOUBLE PRINTS or one 8x10 ENLARGEMENT of your choice! Call for Classifieds For Maple Valley News Pennock Professional Building 915 W. Green St., Suite 101 Hastings, MI 49058-1707 (616) 945-3866 Lions third at SMAA mat tourney now only. 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings Graphics 616.945.9105 .. _ in tne Gray Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 13, 2001 - Page8 BANK needs someone to as­ LARGE 2 BEDROOM sume payments on huge 3 apartment for rent in Nash­ bedroom home. Will move if ville, available March 1st, necessary. 1-800-672-9604 phone (517)852-0812 for ap­ ABANDONED REPO: pointment and application. BANK needs someone to as­ NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ sume, will move if necessa­ room house with attached ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ garage. Also, 2 bedroom 968-7376. apartment. (517)852-9386 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, Help Wanted 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ DRIVER- additional CDL B ry. 1-800-672-9604 drivers needed. Looking for NationalAds dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ VENDING COMPANY IN feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ need of route drivers- to cense. Full-time, part-time, $19.23/hr (cube van) local benefits (full-time), good route! Training provided. working environment. Also Lots L of hours! 616-949-2424 hiring for night/weekends. Jobline. 248-7729. ANTIQUE SHOW: BARRY County Fairgrounds Expo Complex on M-37. March lOth-llth. Two large build­ ings, quality antiques. Just north of Hastings on M-37. Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 10am-4:30pm. $2.50 Ad­ mission. Automotive $8,7951 OWNER Grand Am GT- 1998 4dr., in excellent condition! Very well kept up. Gray interior, sunroof, CD player, power every­ thing. For more information call (616)891-7874. Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. Dynamic Real Estate, 1225 West State Street, Hastings, MI. (517)852-1543 home or (616)945-5248 office. MOM TO watch your children in my Nashville area home. 1st or 2nd shift. (517)852-1671, ask for Truda. Lost & Found FOUND VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. MALE BEAGLE around Kensel and Mason Rd. Call before 10am (517)541-0344 Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 great benefits! Entry/level. General office duties! Need­ ed now! 616-949-2424 Job­ line. Senior citizens to meet Feb. 21 Training provided. Must not fear heights! Needed now! 616-949-2424 Jobline. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ CLERICAL- to $12.70/hr+ Card ofThanks FIRST TIME HOME buy­ MOTHERS/OTHERS: want parent care vs. daycare? Earn 30-60K part time from home or office. 1-800-432­ 9675 ext. 622. KYLE CHRISTOPHER AND family would like to ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800672-9604 DIET MAGIC. LOSE UP TO 30LBS/30 DAYS. PROGRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)721­ 8804 8804 thank the community of Ma­ ple Valley for their contin­ ued thoughts, prayers, and support in our time of need. Mobile Homes OIL AND FILTER SALE Sale P “ nidM (fmcl 1 - 2%. 2001 Filter Sale Fleetguard™ filters Choose filters designed to protect your John Deere machines, not just fit them! Save on all filters. 12% See us for February prices on these quality filters. We have filters for all brands. and clutch performance with this John Deere exclusive. Available in 1-, 2 1/2-,.5-, and 55-gal. containers $15/hr+ great benefits! Many train/travel! Needed now! 616-949-2424 Jobline. ELECTRICIAN/ TRAINEES- TO $18/hr+ benefits. Major company! (Permanent apprentiships) start now. 616-949-2424 Jobline. Reg. $6.25 Reduce gear wear and get top brake NationalAds AIRLINE/ CUSTOMER SERVICE/ Counter agent- to OR PART TIME FREE IN­ FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-8804 PMLF3316 Hy-CARD® Transmission and Hydraulic Oil^ The Vermontville Senior Citizens will have their monthly meeting at noon Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass. For additional informa­ tion, call Hildred Peabody at (517) 726-0574. Real Estate Plus-50* Motor Oil GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Specially formulated to extend drain intervals by 50 percent* and is backed by a John Deere warranty. Available in quarts, 2 1/2-, 5-, and 55-gal. containers. Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Sporting Goods MICKEY MOUSE BOOTS: Ask for truckload savings today. ‘John Deere machines with John Deere Fitters. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Vem's Repair & Sport Cor­ ner M43-M66-M50, Wood­ bury MI. Mention this ad & receive 20% off. (517)566­ 8353 Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 Wanted WANTED: TANNED DEER hides for crafts. Call (616)945-4505 "CUT AND SAVE - BRING TO CLINIC" ■■■ ■■■ ■■■ SUPPORT WILDLIFE REHABILITATION | DOG-CAT VACCINES ■ VACCINES FOR LICENSINC/SAFETY OF YOUR PETS LOW COST - HICH QUALITY ■ $15.00 EACH. NO EXAM FEE I AUK VETERINARY • SMALL ANIMAL, HOUSE CALLS • MEDICINE & SURGERY DELTON NASHVILLE FIRE HALL-ORCHARD ST. POWERS QUONSET M-66ATREED FEB. 18, 25 3-5 PM FEB. 18,25 NOON-2 PM Superintendent’s Corner Meeting the changing educational demands By Clark Volz What will be your child’s future? This is a question that we, as parents, frequently will lose sleep over. No one really knows what our children will face in their future. No one really understands the changes that are to come in technology, occupations, governments, economies. At Maple Valley schools, we are always watching the hori­ zon to see what lies ahead for our students. For example: The careers that are showing the highest demand and commanding very competitive incomes are in the areas of skilled trades. Yesterday, it was always under­ stood that our children would earn more and have the high­ est in job security, if they went right from high school and entered a four-year institution to get their bachelor’s degrees. Today that sequence is being challenged. Students who graduate from their high school with experience and connec­ tions in a skilled trade have a ready career opportunity wait­ ing for them. They may join the work force as an apprentice or increase their skill in a trade or two-year institution. While employed, they may choose to complete a bachelor’s degree while they continue to gain valuable on-the-job experience. This new approach is reaping greater income opportunities and increasedjob security for these individuals. As is always the case, we never want to take a risk on our own child’s future. It is equally important to be able to look ahead and chart the best course, given the information that you see. What will our child’s future be? It will be both different and the same. They will need to work. They will always need to learn. They will be happiest and most secure if they can change what needs to change and stay with those traits that never change. At Maple Valley we will teach our students the skills that they will need to succeed. Those skills, when combined with a desire to always do their best and to never give up, will equip our children for their future. WORK AT HOME FULL Just $5.50 FILTER 1 Shootout will be Feb. 18 The Blue Chip Girls Basketball Shootout is coming to Eastern Michigan University Sunday, Feb. 18. Registration will be from 8­ 8:30 a.m. The games will begin at 9 p.m. The one-day Shootout is a high exposure event designed for the student­ athlete who aspires to play at the college level. Each athlete will have the opportunity to compete against other quality competition during the NCAA "live" period for college recruiters. The athletes will play three games on teams that are coached by area basketball coaches. For additional information or an application, call site director Jim Halverson at (517) 749-0437 or Sports Camp, Inc. at (610) 446­ 3636. CABLE/ HBOZ HOMEHOOKUP to $21.63/hr. Jobs Wanted CHRISTIAN SANDY LUNDQUIST, AS­ SOCIATE Broker with ERA REPO. ABANDONED For Rent Antiques SUNFIELD FIRE HALL-DOWNTOWN FEB. 10,17,24 WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT - L. JULIUS D.V.M • 1-800-4-ARKVET NOON-2 EARN $9.65 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held March 7 through March 23 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $10.65 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by February 28 at: Thorriapple Manor 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 ‘UFornapple e,__<^anor NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2000 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Feb. 9th, 10th, 23rd & 24th Any taxes received after Feb. 28, 2001 will be returned to the taxpayer as delinquent. Delinquent taxes can be paid with 4% penalty plus interest to Eaton County Treasurer. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vac­ cination is required. After Feb. 28, 2001 licenses will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. 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, Ml 49096 PHONE #517-566-8913 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 13, 2001 - Page 9 Using your net worth as afinancial compass mutual fund shares, as well If someone were to ask as retirement accounts you you how much money you hold. You can determine the make, most likely, you could answer off the top of your current market value ofyour investments by checking the head. But what if someone asked you how much you newspaper, financial Web sites, or by reviewing your were worth? Many people underestimate the impor­ account statements. Include tance of calculating and any money you have on hand or in checking or savings tracking their net worth. accounts, CDs, government According to The Michigan securities, and U.S. Savings Association of Certified Bonds. Next, add in the cash Public Accountants, keeping track ofyour net work is like value of any insurance poli­ cies you own. Finally, esti­ having a financial compass, leading you on the right path mate the current market value of your personal pos­ to building wealth. sessions, including furniture, Calculating Net Worth Net worth is the value of cars, boats,'"and valuable all your assets minus your antiques, jewelry, furs, and liabilities. It is a snapshot of artwork. your current financial situa­ On the liabilities side, start with the balance on tion - what you own less what you owe — at a given your mortgage and then add time. To calculate your net any outstanding amounts owned on car or consumer worth, begin by adding up the value of all of your loans, home equity loans, assets. Start with your pri­ student loans, and credit mary residence and add the cards. If you have borrowed value ofyour vacation home against a life insurance poli­ and any other real estate you cy or your investment port­ own. To determine the cur­ folio, include those balances rent market value of your as well. Finally, factor in any property, research recent money you owe in taxes. Subtract your total liabili­ sales of similar properties in your area or consult with a ties from your total assets and you’ll arrive at your net real estate agent. Next, add in the current worth. If your assets are value of your investments worth more than your liabil­ including stocks, bonds, and ities, you have a positive net ’•'JsalMnBfL lMnBfL ^adwiisij^ afatafm mn ivytaSriWW ’HKteiiwfiW ■ttaiWWiM ilrirt'iawiiwMi dieaeiiWto ifis^ddfiaW^ jMS^*** ini jig surf1* ^jipesniyW^ ■ rt worth. If your liabilities exceed your assets, your net worth in negative. What Does It All Mean? CPAs says you should cal­ culate your net worth at least once a year. Each year, the net worth figure you calcu­ late serves as a benchmark for future years. When look­ ing at your bottom, the important question is not so much whether your net income is positive or nega­ tive, but whether it has improved. To get more value out of your net worth statement, you may want to dig a little deeper. For example, if you determine that your net worth is increasing, the next question you may want to address is whether it is growing faster than the annual rate of inflation. To do that, you need to compare the percentage ofincrease of your net worth with the rate of inflation in your area. If the percentage of growth in your net worth is lower, it means that, while your net worth is growing, it is not growing fast enough to out­ pace inflation. In other words, you are falling behind in terms of purchas­ ing power. (You can find out the local inflation rate by calling the nearest office of the Bureau of Labor Statistics or visiting www.bls.gov.) Another question concerns liquidity. You might want to examine your assets to determine whether you have a good balance between assets that are tied up and those that are liquid and can easily be converted into cash. Real estate, jewelry, antiques, and the like can be hard to tap if you need to raise cash quickly. The right allocation for you depends on your age, income, and personal situation. It also' depends on how well you are insured. For example, ifyou become ill or injured and cannot work, but you are covered by disability insur­ ance, you need for ready cash may be lower since dis­ ability payments can make up part of the income short­ fall. The ratio of long-term debt to short-term debt is another factor that warrants your attention since some kinds of debt are better than other kinds. For example, a long-term debt such as a mortgage that is used to finance the purchase of an asset that will grow in value is preferable to a lot ofshort­ term debt for restaurant meals, clothes, and other items that are now barely a memory. In essence, your net worth represents the success with which you are converting income into assets. Ifyou’re not satisfied with you net worth growth, you may want to consult a CPA for finan­ cial planning advice. Call945-9554lor Maple Valiev Pens noK-Msi HELP WANTED Looking for someone to live in to help with housekeeping, cooking, washing and some personal assistance—along with companionship for a semi­ disabled 60-year-old lady. Reply to: #156 c/o Reminder RO. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Maple valley grad earns AAS degree Travis VanAlstine of Vermontville, a 1999 graduate of Maple Valley High School, has earned an associate in applied science degree at the conclusion of the fall term at Northen Michigan University in Marquette. VanAlstine’s major field of study was climate control technology. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies ADVANTAGE 24 MONTH IRA CD WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY /Vapy 24-Month IRA CD Hastings City Bank can help you plan your future. We have the products and know-how to help you start a solid retirement plan or strengthen an existing one. he new Advantage IRA CD offers: Great Fixed Rate - lock into a guaranteed rate of 5.85% with 5.98% APY. Add to the CD anytime - flexibility to make deposits - minimum amount of $250 - any time. FDIC Insured - your deposits are backed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to $100,000. Tax Benefits - your IRA may offer valuable tax benefits come April 15th. Estimates Available To take advantage of a great rate, flexibility and security, contact or call any Hastings City Bank today. (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE MEMBER Consult your tax advisor regarding yourpersonal tax situation. Annual Percentage Yield is accurate as ofFebruary 5, 2001 FDie Early withdrawalpenalties may apply. No early withdrawalpenaltyfor IRS-qualified disbursements. Advantage IRA CD requires $2000 opening deposit. �The 1/apie Valley News Nashville. Tuesday February 13. 2001 - Page 10 New Sunfield Library now open to the public by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Sunfield's new public li­ brary is finally open for business. The hours are the same — Monday through Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. and Satur­ day 9 to 1 p.m. Two weeks ago, librarian Ward MacCready knew there were some last minute things to do before the opening, but he was unwilling to announce a time and date lest the opening be jinxed. Then *on Ground Hog Day. everything seemed to fail in place and all was ready for the public. MacCready and the board pon­ dered how to get the word out. Village President Ron Wells loaned the use of his business yard sign. All day Friday it read "We're Open" with the red arrow pointing at the new building. Board members also posted notes in the busi­ nesses around town. Then there was old fashioned “word of mouth." When the announced hour of 2 p.m. arrived, the doors opened and there was a steady stream of library patrons until the 8 p.m. closing. Some people checked out books, some checked out videos and all "checked out" the new building. Besides the new facility, the air conditioned meeting room and the children's section, the new library has all the new technology made possible by Bill and Melinda Gates grant money. Sunfield received free access PCs, a network content server, a laser printer, a network hub, an installation allowance, free software and free technical support. The grant provided four Internet-connected PCs for FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 use by the community. They have been installed in a special public use area in the new facility, which was designed by the library's building committee for just such a purpose. Among the services the community can now enjoy because of the grant are edu­ cational and recreational In­ ternet browsing and e-mail. Beyond hardware, Gates also donated many new programs for the public access PCs, including the Encarta 2000 Encyclopedia, Microsoft Office 2000 Professional, Front Page 2000 and Publisher 2000. There are many games and educational software programs for children and youth. These include Barney the Dinosaur, Magic School Bus, Arthur and Dr. Seuss. More advanced educational programs include TLC Suc­ cess Builder Algebra I and TLC Success Builder Geometry. The grant included head­ phones for each PC so the audio segments now offered by many Internet sites and software applications can be used in a library setting. The Sunfield Library Board has written a new Internet and public use poli­ cies. Devin Phenix (12) drives underneath for two points during recent varsity basketball action at Maple Valley High School. Basketball Lions bounce Broncos , Four players scored in double figures as Maple Valley routed Bellevue in varsity hoops last Friday 86-56 to improve to 10-4 and 7-3 in the SMAA. Nick Jones scored 17, Darin Thrun 12, Adam Watson 12 and Casey VanEngen 10 for the victorious Lions. With the win, Maple Valley remains two games behind SMAA frontrunner Dansville (9-1). Lions pin Olivet, now 1-1 on mats Olivet scored a 51-24 win over Maple Valley last Thursday in SMAA wrestling action. Maple Valley also received a win against Potterville, which didn't attend the meet. Winners for the Lions against Olivet on pins were Randy Silsbee at 130 (in 4:33 over Corey Resseguie), Chad Spears at 160 (in 1:52 over Adam Childs) and Jason Silsbee at 171 (i n 1:35 over Scott Frazier). Matt Brum at 140 won a 14-12 overtime decision over Nick Vasilion and Matt Thorne beat Jay Barkley with a 12-6 decision. "We wrestled very well," Maple Valley assistant coach Tony Wawiemia said. "We were real happy with their progress. They are real close now." Blackhawks beat Lions varsity eagers Maple Valley had a number of double digit efforts, but Leslie had and made more free throws and won in varsity hoops last Call 945-9554 for classifieds Tuesday 85-72. Leslie made good on 31of-46 attempts from the charity stripe. Maple Valley hit 12-of-19. In the scorebook, Maple Valley received 17 points from Eric Goris, 12 from John Terberg, 12 from Devin Phenix and 11 from Nick Jones. 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 - 86-56 Maple Valley streaked out to a 26-11 lead after the first quarter and build its advantage up to 20 points (49-29) at half. Things didn't get any better for the Broncos in the third quarter, as Maple Valley went on a 19-9 scoring binge. Topping Bellevue in the scorebook were Randy Place with 14 markers and Brad Lake with 10. Maple Valley plays host to Dansville Tuesday and travels to Lansing Christian Friday. �Looking PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! Letterheads Business Cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons calendars catalogs I-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the BARN! Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. --------------------------------------------/ Hour or Next Day Processing--------------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bony County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 545-4041 Fax (517) 545-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 13,2001 - Page 12 Art students working on projects to be displayed Christina Jackson works on her Art II project- a geometric pattern painting. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer High school students were busy last week in a basic art class working on projects that may be dis­ played at an art show in the spring. Teacher Denise Berry said the class is called Art 1 and it focuses on the ba­ sic seven elements of art. "We work on color, line, shape, form, texture, space and value. This class qual­ ifies as one of their credits to graduate... in the spring we have an art and music open house at the school J and some of the works will TOP RIGHT: be displayed there," she Zania Smith (left) and said. Berry said her students Jessica Harwood spend also exhibit at the Thor­ time leafing through napple Arts Council stu­ magazines with hole dent exhibition in Barry punchers to get the tiny pieces of colored paper County. Many students were for their mosaic art working on mosaic art, projects. They said it will which entails cutting tiny take them three to four bits of paper and putting weeks to finish the them back together in a project. picture or shape of their choice. Another student of art," said Berry. "There worked on geometric pat­ is a lot of cooperation and tern painting. mutual support in here and "This helps the students they work pretty indepen­ explore the different types dently." Heather Clark works on her mosaic in art class last week. Smithfield Boston Smoked Picnic Pork Butt Roast $ <09 Ma Ma Rosa’s Netted, Combination Pizza Beef & Pork Roast '$^ '$^50 2 Pizzas Per Package sssssssssssss sssssss 2 Liter 1/2 Gal. Country C Maid lce Cream Peps/ Pepsi 1/2 Gal. Bareman’s , > Paper Toilels 12 oz. Kraft American Individually Wrapped Choc. Chips Cheese Slices Spam 7»UP —7 128 oz. 12 oz. Fabric Softener Nice 'n Fluffy Juice Gallon Bareman’s 2 Liter 5 lb. Idaho Big g Red Potatoes 99* + dep. General Mills 8 Sunkist Orange Shake 'n Bake Minute Rice Baker’s Semi-Sweet 12 Packs VV.Orange Parade 28 oz. + dep. Ice Castle ice Cream Bars a ■ Asst. Varieties 2 Liter Cheerios 15» oz. Total Wheat Honey Nut Chex 12 oz. Celery 69* 3 lb. Bag Yellow Delicious Apples 128 oz. Liquid Laundry Detergent Extra Vermontville CFOCdFy 72645'K) Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-02-20.pdf fc49e6d5b4a9c2eba2c8550f069939cb PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 490M-1833 Published by 'J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 8/February 20, 2001 Camille Wieland is 2001 Maple Syrup Queen by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor When Camille Wieland grows up, she hopes to be a chemical engineer. But, for now the 16 year old will be focusing a lot of her ener­ gies on promoting Ver­ montville area maple syrup products. She may even trek through the mud this spring when the maple sap starts flowing, help collect some of the sap and boil it into pure golden maple syrup. Camille, daughter of Tim and Laurie Ruhstorfer, was selected last Tuesday night to reign as the Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen for 2001. Jessica Ripley, 17, daughter of Kris Ripley and Charlene O'Rourke, was named the alternate syrup queen during the competition and community program hosted by the Vermontville Lions Club at the Vermontville represent the community Congregational Church. Camille and Jessica, both and the content of an essay juniors at Maple Valley each candidate has to write High School, will represent concerning personal experi­ the Vermontville Area ences of maple syrup mak­ Maple Syrup Association as ing. Queen Camille, a Na­ they promote Ver­ montville’s pure maple tional Honor Society mem­ syrup products around the ber, has a busy extra curric­ state. They also will preside ular schedule when she's not over the village's 61st an­ in classes. She participates on her nual Maple Syrup Festival, which will be held April 27­ school's volleyball and cross 29. country teams, Honors Judges of the queen com­ Choir and Jazz Band. She petition base their selection also is active with the youth on the candidates' first hand groups at Vermontville experience and knowledge of Bible Church and Grace making maple syrup and Community Church. Her hobbies include ■ their understanding of the counted cross-stitching, importance of the festival. walking, running and hang­ The candidates also have to ing out with friends. know some facts about the "My maple syrup making history of the quaint New and production interests England-style village, were stirred long ago when I founded by pioneers from first moved here," the new Vermont. Also taken into queen said. consideration are appearance, Camille has vivid recolpoise, speaking, ability to Nashville Transfer Recycling Station damaged by fire lections of visiting the Syrup Association's Maple Manor to watch the sap boil in the evaporators, visiting Don Hickey’s Sugar Shack and working with Randy Morris. "We would go out to the woods, tap the trees, fix tubing and collect the sap," Camille said. "We would then transport the sap back to the sugar shack by tractor and proceed to boil it. After the syrup was done boiling, I would help strain and jug it up." Looking forward to being queen, Camille is confident that she can handle the re­ sponsibility of representing her community. "As you can see.I am in­ volved in many things, which I put my whole heart and soul into," she said. After high school gradua­ tion, she plans to attend Cedarville University in Ohio. Alternate Queen Jessica is also a National Honor Soci­ ety member and is active in the NHS's new tutoring or­ ganization to help other stu­ dents. She plays on the bas­ ketball team and participates in track. In addition, Jessica is treasurer of the school Spanish Club and Spanish See syrup queen, page 2 Camille Wieland (left) is the new Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen and Jessica Ripley is the alternate queen for 2001. Vermontville plans meeting on futuring February 27 The Transfer Recycle Station in Nashville sustained serious damage in a fire last Monday night. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A fire heavily damaged the Transfer Recycle Sta­ tion building in Nashville Monday night. Nashville Fire Chief Bill Wilson said the depart­ ment got the call at about 6:15 p.m. The department was fighting the fire for only about five minutes before putting it out. "When we arrived on scene there was a lot of smoke... you could tell it was an oxygen deprived fire, from the building be­ ing all closed up," said Wilson. Wilson said the fire de­ stroyed one office wall and charred some trusses in the building. He said he did not know if the building would be declared a total loss or not. "That's up to the insur­ ance company," he said. "It was not a total loss but it's not good either... the building is still standing there." Wilson said three kids discovered the fire and re­ ported it to the police de­ partment, which then con­ firmed there was indeed a fire and called the depart­ ment. Wilson said he has his ideas of how the fire was caused, but did not want to comment on the record un­ til the "fire is looked at." "The cause is under in­ vestigation, but the fire marshal was not called in," he said. "We did not have any reason to believe there was arson involved." Wilson said he could not say how the three boys discovered the fire be­ cause he did not know. Helen Mudry, supervisor at the station said every­ thing seemed normal Sat- See fire, page 3 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The residents of Ver­ montville and Ver­ montville Township are invited to a futuring meet­ ing Tuesday, Feb. 27,- to share ideas about where they would like to see the community in the next couple of decades. The meeting, which will start at 7 p.m. at the Opera House will focus on the ongoing effort by the plan­ ning committee to design a master plan for the area. The planning committee is made up of people in the village and township. The two entities are work­ ing together and have hired Williams and Works, a Grand Rapids firm, to develop a master plan. "This is a futuring ses­ sion," said Vermontville Township Supervisor Russ Laverty. "We would like as many people as possi­ ble to attend and give in­ put on where and what di- rection they would like to see the community grow." Laverty said the village and township decided to work together on the mas­ ter plan to have plans that complemented each other. He cited news from a while back that the Buick, Olds, and Cadillac group has tentative plans on de­ veloping a plant just 20 minutes away from Ver­ montville that would pro- vide close to 15,000 jobs. "With something the size of that, we would ex­ pect to see more growth in the area, and more home building... we do not at the current time have the tools to provide for that type of growth... we need a plan that takes into account how we think the commu­ nity should grow," he said. See futuring, page 2 In This Issue. Cleaning of buckets signals syrup season ‘Sugaring Off’ party is Feb. 22 (in Vermontville) Fuller kids show they have heart Vermontville maple tree replacement suggested �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - Page 2 Syrup queen, continued from front page On hand to congratulate the alternate queen Jessica Ripley are her aunt, Alice Wiser (left), family friend Doug Konen and her mother Char O'Rourke (right), who was part of the syrup queen's court 20 years ago. The 2001 Vermontville queen, Camille Wieland, is pictured here with her proud parents, Tim and Laurie Ruhstorfer. There’s a Honor Society and serves on the Prom Committee. Listening to music, read­ ing, basketball and track are her hobbies. She plans to pursue a ca- reer as an accountant. Jessica's grandparents and mother are life time resi­ dents ofVermontville so the new alternate queen feels that not only the history of Futuring, from front page better "Without a plan you have things growing up all over the place and before you know it you have a community that is difficult to serve." "We really want the res­ idents in the community to come and attend the meet- way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: or from ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville ^4uto-Owners Insurance All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents er legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- ing and give their input. Now is really the time for people to have their voices heard, and we would like to make sure those ideas are taken into account." Laverty said the com­ mittee hopes to have the master plan finished around the end of this year and then the committee will work on zoning ordi­ nances for the village and township. ^Diana’s ^ace The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road Life Home Car Business 1-517-852-9481 TkiNoPrMtmftoilfe.' 517-726-0580 the town is important, but also its future. "Ever since I was little, I have visited the local pro­ ducers at the festival and the Maple Manor," Jessica said. "I have always gotten ex­ cited about seeing the trees being tapped in town, and just knowing that in ap­ proximately one month the festival will be here." Marlene Martin and Karen Haigh coordinate the queen competition. Judges were David Wayne Huva of WLCM Radio in Charlotte, Daniel Holmes of Community Newspapers in Charlotte, Brian Benedict, a maple syrup producer; and Elaine Gilbert of J-Ad Graphics in Hastings. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School 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 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) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................ 1 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 LISON 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH Sunday School............. 10 a.m. A.M. Service..................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 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 (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service ................ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship.............................. 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a m. Morning Prayer .............. k .11:00 a.m. Holy Communion ■ For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Hustwick 948-9604 Rev. Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. .3 p.m. for all senrices. Affiliated with the Independent 616-795-9030 Anglican Church (Canada Synod). FATHER FRANCISCO RADECKI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. February 20, 2001 - Page 3 New Sunfield Library chugging along Volunteer Fran Courser (right) and Sunfield Librarian Ward MacCready get settled into the new library. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Sunfield's new district library has had many visitors since its opening last week. Librarian Ward MacCready said that besides the "regulars", he has seen many new patrons and has issued cards to individuals and families. One of the features of the new library is the windows in the children's area that look onto the nearby train tacks. MacCready said one afternoon last week a train started to chug by and before many cars had passed, an inquisitive child was HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm _______$4.75 with Student ID______ $5.00 Late Shows Fri & Sat Q No passes [DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills A .25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU U■ An Unobstructed View '____■ IHOWS AND SHOWTIMES GOOD 2/16-2/2! O HANNIBAL (R) 1:35, 4:10, 6:45, 9:20 ORECESS: SCHOOL'S OUT (G) DI6ITAUSTADIUM SEATINS 12:50, 2:35, 4:50, 7:00, 9:10 VALENTINE (R) 12:10, 2:20, 4:40, 7:10, 9:40 ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT (PG-13) DICITAl/STADIUM SEATINC 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 7:20, 9:30 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad © Hastings 4-ay B B HIT OUR WEB @ www.gsti.cinn B B standing in each of the library's windows, nose to the glass, gazing at the locomotive inside the security of building. MacCready said comments from the patrons have been very positive. He said he heard someone say, "I was afraid the trains would rattle the building, but they don't." Another regular walked into the bright new building, thought about the old dark cinder block library and asked, "Do we deserve this?" MacCready assured her and said "Yes!" Engagements Merrill-Tobias Melanie Gill and Randy Merrill, both of Charlotte, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter, Heidi Kay to Scott Allen Tobias of Charlotte, form­ ally of Nashville. He is the son of Terry Tobias of Hast­ ings and Linda Tobias of Vermontville. Heidi is a 1996 graduate of Charlotte and is employed with Central Ford Truck of Lansing. Scott is a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley and a 1992 graduate of Davenport Col­ lege. He is employed with Spartan Motors Inc. ofChar­ A May 5, 2001 wedding lotte. date has been set. Davenport-Pierce Roger and Marie Daven­ port of Mulliken announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Jo Davenport to Foye Dorian Pierce III. He is the son of Foye Jr. and Sarah Pierce of Vermontville. The bride-elect is a 1998 graduate of Lakewood High School. She is a medical claims examiner for a Fringe Inside the Transfer Recycle building, trusses and the office space were heavily damaged in a fire there last Monday night. Fire, continued from front page urday when she closed the building at 5:05 p.m. "It was a normal day's business," said Mudry. Mudry said she has not been contacted by town­ ship officials or the village as to if they will be open on Saturday. She said she had been down to look at the damage, but thought business could be con­ ducted around the damage. "I don't know if we will be open Saturday... maybe we will just be cleaning up,", she said. "I am plan­ ning to go down there Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 anyway." The station's property is owned by the Village of Nashville, but the station and its operations is jointly owned by Maple Grove Township, and Castleton Township, along with the village. The Nashville Village Council withheld its last quarterly payment to the station just over a month ago because the board wanted certain parts of the site cleaned up. The payment was made at the last meeting how­ ever, after a council mem­ ber Mike Beachnau had seen the site, and said there was progress in the cleanup. There has been talk among council members for more than a year on how to make the station more self sufficient finan­ cially, as it has not been paying for itself as they had hoped. Councilman Frank Dun­ ham said that even with its money woes the station provides a good service to the area's residents. "It's beneficial to the area because it provides the local residents with a place to dispose of their unwanted articles, and for us to recycle what we can... without it, I think there would be a lot more unwanted trash and litter in the area." ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes' they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 Open 9 am-10 pm Daily REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 - Park & enter rear of building - 230 S. Main Street Nashville Are you interested in cutting and styling hair? Making people look and feel better? Ifyou answered “yes” and styling and designing hair is what y have always wanted to do, then we have the answerfor you. We are state licensed to teach and train in the techniques THAT ARE NEEDED FOR YOU TO BECOME A STYLIST— Benefit Fund out ofLansing. The prospective groom graduated in 1996 from Maple Valley High School. He works as a plumber for a mechanical company out of Detroit, A wedding date of May 4 has been set for a Miami, FL wedding. A reception will follow on July 21, at their home. ...2-YEAR PROGRAM ...20 HOURS A WEEK ...COST IS LOW ...SAVINGS OF *6,000 Call now to set up an appointmentfor an interview 9YJp THE NEW IMAGE 101 N. Main Street — Woodland J 367-4528 or toll-free 1-877-688-8118 Q Hours open: Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - Page 4 Marlene C. Barcroft James F. Effner James E Effner, 61, born May 30, 1939 in Joliet, Illinois, passed away peace­ fully in his home Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2001. He retired from Fisher Body. He was a Korean War veteran, a 1973 Michigan State University graduate and a leader in the wood­ working industry for 25 years. James was technical edi­ tor of FDM magazine and co-owner with his wife, Marilyn of Welcome Woods Campground in Hastings, Michigan. He will be sadly missed. James is. survived by his wife, Marilyn Effner and children, Judi (Bill) Dillinger of Charlotte, Lori (Rytis) Balciunas of Pennsylvania and Rya Effner of California; step­ children, Marty Titmus of Charlotte, Steven (Julia) Titmus of Hastings, Sally (Dean) Cronkright of Zeeland, Mike (Mary) Titmus of Florida, Linda (Paul) French of Hastings, Robert (Wendy) Titmus of Ohio and Sheri Whitaker of Charlotte. He is also sur- vived by brothers, Ron Effner of Sparta, Wesley Effner of Florida, sister, Ruth Robbins ofFlorida and 24 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his par­ ents, Lavern Sneary and James P. Effner and brother, John D. Effner. Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 16,2001 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, Michigan. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Everett IK. Shepherd NASHVILLE - Everett W. Shepherd, age 71, of Nashville, Michigan passed away Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2000, at Veterans Administration Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida. He was bom March 24, 1929, in Clayton, Illinois. He was a retired welder for Defoe Shipyard, Bay City, Michigan. He attended Peace United Methodist Church and was a member ofthe American Legion and NRA. Survivors include his wife, Beulah Yaste; sons, Harry Shepherd of Florida, Frank Shepherd of Oscoda, Michigan; daughters, Dena Williams of Bay City, Michigan, Lois Quinan of Oscoda, Michigan, Linda Boyer ofNew Market, Alabama, Peggy Arnold of Reddick, Florida, Pat Graves of Elwood, Indiana, Sherrie Passmore Passmore of Hastings, Michigan, Barbara Yaste of Ocala, Florida; brother, Richard Shepherd of Clayton, Illinois; 21 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2000 at Roberts Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel, Ocala, Florida. Burial will be at Hillcrest Cemetery. Raco, Michigan at a later date. Frederick Francis Frith VERMONTVILLE Frederick Francis Frith, age 99, of Vermontville died Feb. 14, 2001 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Frith was born in Vermontville Township, -Eaton County, the son of Joseph Allen Frith and Mary Etta Dean. He worked for Fisher Body 18 years, Eaton County Road Commission 12 years, and was Township Supervisor for 12 years. He was the oldest living member ofthe Vermontville Methodist Church. He is survived by a son Lawrence (Marville) Frith A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the 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. ofVermontville, son Morris Fred (Lillian) Frith ofGrand Rapids, son Earl Richard (Arlene) Frith of Lansing, eight grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. He was predeceased in death by son Donald Robert Frith, in World War II and wife Margaret in 1983. Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 16, 2001, Vermontville Methodist Church in Vermontville. Rev. Jeff Bowman and Rev. David Johnston officiated. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Further information avail­ able at www.Iegacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. NASHVILLE Marlene C. Barcroft, age 68, of Nashville, died Monday, February 12, 2001 at Spectrum East in Grand Rapids. She was born on December 21, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Harley and Dorothy (Brown) Shaeffer. Mrs. Barcroft attended school in Chicago, then moved to Hastings in 1942 and attended Hastings Schools then graduated from Maple Valley High School. She married David R. Barcroft on March 17, 1950, and he preceded her in death on March 27, 1969. Mrs. Barcroft enjoyed crocheting and traveling. She was also preceded in death by her father, Harley E. Shaeffer. Mrs. Barcroft is survived by her daughter, Tina (Ken) McManamey of Nashville; sons, Harley (Judy) Barcroft of Nashville, Dwayne (Kellie) Barcroft of Hastings, Paul (Joy) Barcroft ofNashville; seven grandchildren; three great grandchildren; mother, Dorothy Shaeffer of Lake City; brothers, Robert (Joy) Shaeffer of Hastings, Donald (Nancy) Shaeffer of Kalamazoo; sister, Wanda Lipscomb of Colorado; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, February 15, 2001 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Gary Newton officiated. Memorials can be made to The American Heart Association or charity of one's choice. Arrangements were made by the Girrbach Funeral Home of Hastings. Jennifer Lee Whitmore VERMONTVILLE Jennifer Lee Whitmore, age 17, of Vermontville, died Friday, Feb. 16, 2001 in Charlotte as the result of an auto accident. Jennifer was born in Lansing,. MI the daughter of Kim R. and Barbara E. (Davidson) Whitmore and was a lifelong Vermontville resident. She was currently a mem­ ber of the Junior Class at Maple Valley High School where she had participated in softball, volleyball and basketball. Surviving are her parents; brother, Jason Bryant Whit­ more; grandparents, Betty Whitmore of Charlotte and Thelma and Jim Davidson of Charlotte; uncle, Orval (Robin) Whitmore of Char­ lotte and six aunts, Christine (Doug) Polhamus of Eaton Rapids, Teresa (Dale) Hom of Lftnsing, Loretta (Gor­ don) Shepard of Charlotte, Joyce Dean of Fremont, IN, Ellie Potter of Plymouth, IN and Karen (Brent) Powell of Lake Odessa. Visitation will be Tuesday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Subscribe to the Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2001 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte with Rev. Deano Lamphere of Nash­ ville Baptist Church offici­ ating. Interment will be in the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholar­ ship Fund. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home. Farrs to celebrate golden anniversary William and Lorena Farr of Nashville, Ml (formerly of Lansing) celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday. He retired from Michigan Dept, of Public Health and she retired from Michigan Dept, of Natural Resources. They were married February 17,1951 and have one daughter, three grandchildren and two great-grand children. HASTINGS BANNER and keep informed on local & area news. Call us at Not all of our returns are complex and include a Schedule C with a Form 4562,, Depreciation p and Amortization. Just the really fun ones. We do more complex tax returns than any CPA firm in America. We'd love to do yours. ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 945-9554. PLUMBING REPAIR No drip too small 5 years experience Call 1-517-852-1735 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - Page 5 Vermontville Twp. Library News Eren Berry, on her quarter horse, Sabre Tooth Tigress, or “Sabie.” On the left is friend Sara Brocklehurst of Charlotte, Green Reiner I Reserve Champion, on her reining horse Boomer’s Gulch. Vermontville woman , horse capture awards Eren Berry of Vermont­ ville was named Green Reiner I Champion for 2000 at the annual Michigan Reining Horse Association’s awards banquet Jan. 20 in Lansing. The Green Reiner classes are entry level, introducing non-professional riders to the reining experience. Berry placed in all eight MRHA shows, finishing with three firsts, two sec­ onds, a third, a fourth, and a seventh place for a total of 60 points. She received a commemorative silver belt buckle and a certificate of recognition, presented by friend, MRHA President, Tim Bunce. Eren is the daughter of Dale and Denise Berry of Vermontville. Berry has been riding and showing horses since she was 7 years old. She was a member ofthe Maple Valley Aggies net SMAA hoop win over Lions A 27-12 run by Dansville in the second half gave the Aggies an important comefrom-behind 53-50 SMAA victory over the host Lions. Maple Valley streaked out to leads of 21-11 after the first quarter and 38-26 after two quarters. Darin Thrun led the Lions with 17 points and Casey VanEngen added 10 points. The library has received a new shipment ofbooks from Avalon Publishers. The new titles are: Back in Eden, by Linda Paisley; Woven Hearts, by Glen Ebisch; Blue Diamond, by Kathryn Quick; A Job for Hannah and the Horseman, Steele, by Robert H. Redding, Mis­ construed, by Eric C. Evans; Moonlight Masquerade, by Amanda Harte; Kindergar­ ten Dad, by Helen Wingo; Unwanted Husband, by Sandra D. Bricker; A New Attitude, by Debby Mayne; The Scarlet Canary, by Jack Lewis; The Love Potion, by Ludima Gus Burton. Junior Non-Fiction - The Magic School Bus in the Rain Forest, by Joanne Cole; The Universe, by Seymour Simon; The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Sad Underwear and other Com­ plications, by Judith Viorst; To be a Slave, by Julius Lester. Junior Fiction - Scooby Doo! And the Masked Magician, by James Gelsey; Mary-Kate and Ashley: The Case ofthe Flapper ‘Napper, by Judy Katschke; Pony Pals: The Newborn Pony, by Jeanne Betancourt; The Nightmare Room: Dear Diary, I’m Dead, by R.L. Stine; SVH Senior Year: Never Let Go, by Francine Pascal; Love Stories: Three Princes, by Lynn Mason; Rugrats: Stupid Cupid, by Nancy Krulik; Full House; Sisters: Matchmakers, by Diana G. Gallagher; Sweet Valley Jr. High: Clueless, by Francine Pascal; Pokemon: Thundershock in Pummelo Stadium, by Tracey West; Animal Ark: Guinea Pig in the Garage, by Ben M. Baglio; Animorphs: The Diversion, by K.A. Apple­ gate; Pine Hollow: Setting the Pace, by Bonnie Bryant; Clearwater Crossing: Tried and True, by Laura Peyton Roberts; Dawson’s Creek, A Capeside Christmas, by C.J. Anders; Turning Seventeen: This Boy is Mine, by Wendy Corsi Staub, Flirt in the Mirror: Mirror Image, by Cherie Bennett; The Hockey Mystery, by Gertrude Chandler Warner; Burning Up, by Caroline B. Cooney; Everworld: Mystify the Magician, by K.A. Apple­ gate; SVH Senior Year: Straight Up, by Francine Pascal; Fearless: BAD, by Francine Pascal; Caroline: A New Little Cabin, by Maria Riders 4-H Club of Eaton County for eight years, and competed three years on the Maple Valley High School Equestrian Team. Last year was her first -year in the MRHA. In addition, she was recently notified by the American Buckskin Regis­ try Association that she has qualified for five national awards as a result ofher suc­ cess on the Michigan buck­ skin circuit in 1998. Eren had won several year end awards at the state level from the Buckskin Horse Assoc­ iation of Michigan, but was unaware of any national level placings. As a result of struggling for several years upgrading its computer system, the ABRA has finally awarded the following to Eren and Sabie: • National Champion­ Youth Western Pleasure 1998. • National eserve Champion-Youth Western Horsemanship 1998. • Register of Merit in Western Pleasure (Sabie). • Youth Register of Merit in Western Pleasure. • Youth Register of Merit in Western Horsemanship. Berry is a freshman at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, majoring in visual communications. She receives a FSU Founder’s Scholarship, an Honor’s Col­ lege Residential Life Scholarship, and a Salutatorian Scholarship, and is on the dean’s list of I Ferris’ Business College. Road Runners Live Music Friday & Saturday Nights Starting at 9:30 pm Pool Tournament Every Wednesday Night Starts at 7 p.m. 177 S. Main St.,Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-10 """ ■■■ ■■■ ■■■ D. Wilkes; Rose: Missouri School Days, by Roger Lea MacBride; Star Wars Jedi Apprentice: The Evil Exper­ iment, by Jude Watson; The Bailey School Kids: Mrs. Jeepers’ Monster Class Trip, by Debbie Dadey, I Was a Sixth Grade Alien: The Revolt of the Miniature Mutants; Saddle Club: New Rider, by Bonnie Bryant; Nancy Drew: The Curse of the Black Cat, by Carolyn Keene; Michelle and Friends: The Penguin Skates, by Judy Katschke; Nightmare Room: They Call Me Creature, by R.L. Stine. Adult Non-Fiction Cracking the ACT, by Geoff Martz; The 9 Steps to Financial Freedom, by Suze Orman; Edmunds 2001 New Cars Prices and Reviews: Flu: The Story of the Great Influenza Pandemic of 1918 and the Search for the Virus that Caused it, by Gina Kolata; Lyle’s Official Antiques Review 2001; Alternative Answers to Arthritis and Rheumatism, by Anne Charlish; National Geographic Guide to the National Parks ofthe United States, Mobil Travel Guide: Great Lakes 2001. Adult Fiction - The Stanislaski Brothers: Mikhail and Alex, by Nora Roberts; Man With a Past, by Jayne Ann Krentz; The You I Never Knew, by Susan Wiggs; Longarm and the Mad Bomber’s Bride, by Tabor Evans; The Trailsman: Flatwater Firebrand, by Jon Sharpe; Winter Raven, by Cassie Edwards; Dragon Lance: Crossroads: The Thieves’ Guild, by Jeff Crook; Battletech: Path of Glory, by Randall N. Bills; Bloody River Blues, by Jeffery Deaver; Leota’s Garden, by Francine Rivers; The Last Sin Eater, by Francine Rivers; The Quest of Brady Kenton, • by Cameron Judd; The House that Jack Built, by Robert Asprin; Showdown in Texas, by Jake Logan; The Fourth Wall, by Beth Saulnier; Fear, by Ronald Kelly; Echo Platoon, by Richard Marcinko; A Streetcar Named Expire, by Mary Daheim; Dead of Winter, by P.J. Parrish; The Gunsmith: High Card Dies, by J.R. Roberts; Longarm and The Wayward Widow, by Tabor Evans; K-Pax, by Gene Brewer; Fool Moon, by Jim Butcher; The Beauty, by Claire Delacroix; Unsigned: A Booklover’s Mystery, by Julie Kaewert; The End of the Rainbow, by VC. Andrews; The Trailsman: Salt Lake Siren, by Jon Shapre; Longarm and the Hangman’s Daughter, by Tabor Evans; The Scottish Bride, by Catherine Coulter; Mountain Hawk, by Charles G. West; More Than Memory, by Dorothy Garlock; Two Brothers, by Linda Lael Miller; Savage Desire, by Rosemary Rogers; Springwar, by Tom Dietz. For Rent NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ room house with attached garage. Also, 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-9386 Jobs Wanted CHRISTIAN MOM TO watch your children in my Nashville area home. 1st or 2nd shift. (517)852-1671, ask for Truda. VERN'S REPAIR & SPORT Your Storefor Fish-N-Fun Mei SALE SUPER SAVINGS ON ALL ICE FISHING ITEMS!!!!! Refrigiwear Apparel 20% Off Mickey Mouse Boots Reg. $89 oo $6900 BIG DISCOUNTS ON ALL ICE RODS & REELS 20% Off on All Ice Jigs & Fishing Line While supplies last, sale ends March 1, 2001 Wefeature • Live Bait • U-Haul Rentals • Simplicity Tractors & Stihl Power Equipment ■ k. L VERN'S REPAIR & SPORT At the corner of M-66 & M-50 - Woodbury 1-517-566-8353 Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 x\\\^ //A e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK "CUT AND SAVE - BRING TO CLINIC" ■■■ ■■■■ rSUPPORT WILDLIFE REHABILITATION REFERRALS HELP KEEP COSTS LOW DOG-CA VACCINES | VACCINES FOR LICENSINC/SAFETY OF YOUR PETS . . LOW COST - HIGH QUALITY - $15.00 EACH. HO EXAM FEE ARK VETERINARY ■ SMAIL ANIMAL HOUSE CALLS * MEDICINE & SURGERY BELTON NASHVILLE SUNFIELD FIRE HALL-ORCHARD ST. FEB. 25 NOON-2 PM POWERS QUONSET M-66 AT REED FIRE HALL-DOWNTOWN FEB. 24 NOON - 2 PM FEB. 25 3-5 PM WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT - L. JULIUS D.V. M • 1-800-4-ARKVET | �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. February 20, 2001 - Page 6 Maple Valley High, Middle School honor roll Wakako-Waka Nagamori, Amber Newton, ’Torri Newton, ’Mai Nguyen. ’Jessica Patrick, Jason Philipp, Joshua Pierce, ’Gregory Rathbum, Amy Reid, ’Michael Reid, Jeff Rhoades, Christopher Rip­ ley, Lacey Ripley, ’Amanda robins, Jenny Rugg, Tim Rumsey, ’Dana Seitier, Stacy Shepperly, ’Randy Silsbee. ’Troy Sloan, Fawn Smith, ’Chad Spears, ’Carly Spitzley, Kristen Sprague, Trent Swift, ’Matthew Thome, ’Chinh Ton, Casey Venengen, ’Selena Ann Vaughan, ’Adam Watson, ’Timothy Wawiernia, Nichole Wickwire, ’Corey Williams, Erin Wolfe, Brian Woodman, Jennie Wyant, Jamie Wyble, Lacy Wyble. 11 th Grade ’Bethany Adams, Christo­ pher Andrews, Devon Augustine, Jason Belcher, Jessica Chaffee, Amanda 12th Grade * Leila Abdikadirova, Jason Abfalter, Christian Allwardt, ’Abigail-Abby Aspinall, Mark Ayles, Deah Beardslee, ’Nicholo Bian­ chi, Jennifer Brown, ’Brian Burt, Daniel Callton, ’Jason Carrigan, Jennifer Clements, Jacob Cole, Christy Cook. *Tatiana Danchenko, ’Dacia Davis, Amy Dawson, Davis Drumm, Meghann Dunham, Andy Ewing, ’Nicole Fur-long, ’Amanda Glass, ’Sean Godbey, ’Eric Goris, ’Mic­ hael Hamilton II, Kendall Holton, Clay Huff, ’Karla Hughes, ’Jessica Hummel, Luis tribe, ’Rosemary Jarrard, ’Carissa Keasler, Matt­ hew Kteler, Patrick Kenyon. ’Travis Kersjes, ’Timothy Kienutske, Kyle Lackscheide, Kristina Lamb, ’Jennifer Mansfield, Victor Martin, Heather McCrimmon, ’Gwen McDougal, Levi McIntire, ’Nicole Myers, TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • RL Hill Tax Service Hl Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville 4 g ® in Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business § NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad J" J 7 Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience . • TAXES • TAXES TAXES • TAXES Cook, Sarah Cook, Shelbi Cousins, Samantha Curtis, ’Miranda Farr, Paul Felder, Isaac Franco, Ashley Gard­ ner, Cary-Jake Goodner, Jason Graham, Hillary Grant, ’Rebecca Guernsey, Cassaundra Hager. ’Christopher Halliwill, Jessica Harwood, Kenneth Hayes, Nathan Heinze, Michael Hill, ’Jason Hoff­ man, Rebecca Holland, Brandon Hopkins, ’Chris­ tina Jackson, Nikki James, Nathaniel Jarvie, ’Nicholas Jones, Lacey Keyes, Andrew Krolik, Megan McCauley, Lisa McElroy. Derek Musser, Brandy Ojala, ’Rodrigo Palma, John Parish, Devin Phenix, Alli­ son Phillips, Melinda Pow­ ers, Russell Rhodes ’Jessica Ripley, Kevin Ripley, Angela Robbins, David Rumsey, ’Rebecca Scripter, Diana Speck, Michael Strong, ’Helen-Lizzie Sundrla, Brian Swan, ’Bethany Swift, John Terberg, ’Darin Thrun, Alesia VanEngen, Jennifer Whitmore, ’Cam­ ille Wieland, ’Jeremy Wiser. 10th Grade ’Russell-Owen Blakely, ’Rachel Brandenburg, Matthew Brumm, Rebecca Bumford, ’Jason Campbell, Randy Chase, Katie Clark, Holly Clouse, Hannah Cole, Andrew Cook, Kendrick Coplin, ’Jessica Cowell, ’Chad Croff, ’Brenda Dayton, Janelie Decker, ✓ Open an account with just $50.00 after that there’s No Minimum Balance required. This means more money available to you! ✓ No per check charge or monthly service charge, so you can write as many as you need. |Z It's simple to switch to THRIFT CHECKING, and you can direct deposit your Social Security, retirement plan benefits and payroll or government checks to this account. ✓ Stop by any Eaton Federal office and open a THRIFT CHECKING ACCOUNT today. ****ALL 5 OFFICE LOCATIONS NOW EQUIPPED WITH ATM'S**** This is a non-interest bearing account and there are no requirements to maintain additional accounts. FIVE CONVENIENT locations to serve you: Home Office-Charlotte-543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 (JZf OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon . FDIC INSURED Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 GrafM ndh/Lafe _d 7/eD-.602 Q71-16292 g- Jonathan Denton. ’Rachelle Drallette, Bry­ an Dunlap, Jennifer Dunn, Christopher Elded, Kari Emerick, ’Austin Fassett, ’Elizabeth Favre, Holly Forest, Eva Gilbert, Taran Godbey, Ashley Gordeneer, Jennifer Grant, ’Jessie Grant, Ryan Grider, Lindsey Hagen, ’Stacey Hamilton, ’Cashel Harp, Christina Harris, Timothy Hyatt, Travis Irish, Jamie Jones, Andrew Kenyon. ’Britt Leonard, TinaElizabeth Lincoln, ’Jessica Mansfield, Samantha Mater, Shaina May, ’Mindy Mc­ Kelvey, Collin McLean, Nicole McMillon, ’Michael Mead, ’Timothy Miller, ’Beth Mulvany, Nickalus Newton, Melissa Nisse, ’Sarah Perry, ’Jennie Pettengiil, ’Meaghan Pierce. Chad Powers, ’Karla Rasey, Dawn Rhoades, Krystal Root, Kaylene Rutledge, Brandon Schantz, ’Amanda Scramlin, Shanna Shoemaker, ’Michelle Sils­ bee, Michael Sleeper, Cam­ eron Smith, Eric Smith, Kate Spears, Benjamin Swan. Jeffrey Taylor, Micah Tobias, Brieann Treloar, Cassie Turner, Kristen VanDerHoef, Lindsey VanSyckle, ’Richard Wilson. 9th Grade ’Patrick Andrews, Jerrica Ashcraft, Niesha Barnhart, Michael Bartlett, Laura Beardslee, Maggie Bonner, Chelsea Brandenburg, Dus­ tin Brown, Patrick Bueker, Andrew Burns, ’Kathryn Catney, Ashley Collier, Pen­ ny Curtis, ’Joel Drallette, Matthew Dunham, Nick Ewing. Jeffery Fleming, ’Lena Gale, Megan Garvey, ’Elisha Gibson, Myranda Greenman, Tommy Griffin, William Hager, Meagan Halliwill, Heather Harris, ’Jamie Hayes, Summer Hill, Dan Holton, Kalee Huff, Kritie Huff, ’Melissa Jewell, ’Stefanie Joostbems. Micah Keasler, ’Caitlin King, Hilary Krolik, Jon­ athan Lentz, ’Kristina Mc­ Callum, Heidi McCrimmon, Kyle Musser, ’Christi O’Dell, Ben Owens, Dale Platte, ’Glenn-Dustin Powers, ’Meagan Putnam, Nate Racine, Dawn Raymond, ’Becky Reid, ’Dereck Ripley. ’Chayla Robles, Mark Rodriguez, Nicole Roscoe, ’Nicole Rucinski, Daniel Sealy, ’Scott Setchfield, Mark Shoemaker Jr., Ben Smith, Nicholas Smith, Valerie Smith. Michelle Strong, Rachelle Swift, ’Amber Terberg, Andrew Thomason, Andrea Thornton, Sarah Todd, Ty Vanalstine, ’Muriel Wie­ land, Brett Williams, ’Kelly Wilson, Laci Wolever. 8th Grade Johnathon Alexander, Melissa Bauer, ’Benjamin Boss, Jeffrey Bowman Jr., Elizabeth Clements, Matt­ hew Conklin, ’Samantha Cowell, Rachel Croff, Todd Cupp, Rochelle Currier, Joseph Desrochers, Krista Driksna, ’Dustin Drumm, Katie Eldred, ’JEssica Ellison, Kelsey Elliston, Kortney Ewing. ’Kevin Fassett, Kelly Fox, ’Andrew Gaber, ’Tara Gordenski, Nicholas Grant, ’Lisa Hamilton, Daniel Hough, ’Erin Hummel, ’Dustin Jones, Kalisha Jones, ’Amanda Ketchum, Jessica Lawless, Jessica McMillen, ’Amanda Mead, ’Dustin Mead, ’Kristin Mead. Thomas Miller, ’Brandon Montgomery, Christopher Morris, Jesse Page, Amber Primm, ’Michael Rhodes, ’Tessa Robles, Kyndra Root, Amanda Rumsey, Matthew Scramlin, David Shaver II, ’Kailey Smith, Justin Starks, ’Amy Strickland, ’Shawna Tevelde. ’Tiffany Thomas, Levi Treloar, ’Laura Trumble, Ryan VanZandt, ’Chase Walden, Bethany Wenger, Nichole Whelpley, Lacey Wiser. 7th Grade Fawn Allwardt, ’David Benedict, Jessica BrzyckiStambaugh, Andrea Cobb, Stacie Cook, Nicholas Croff, Brent Cummings, ’Jenna Denton, Amber Edinger, ’Jennifer Ellison, Shamarr Gearhart, Adam Gonser. ’Matthew Gordeneer, Erica Green, Randa Hanes, Chasity Hester, Christopher Hoffman, Joseph James, An­ drea Jarvie, Meghan Keasler, Drew Kersjes, ’Lindsey Kersjes, Amanda Kirchhoff, Keith Lackscheide, Nickolas Litos. Amber Lund, Aaron Myers, Adam Myers, ’Arminda-Mindy Newton, ’Allison Oleson, Sara Pash, ’Leanne Paxton, Stephen Perry, ’Samantha Pierce, Penny Plaunt, Brooklyn Primm, Lynzie Rigelman, Ashley Samann, Shane Shance, Whitney Shilton, Jarrod Thomason, *Dhanielle Tobias, ’Sarah Trum­ ble, ’Sarah VanDer Hoef, ’Garrett VanEngen, James Voelker. ’Brandi Walden, Cortney Warner, ’Rebekah Welch, ’Ezekiel-Zeke Wieland, ’Salena Woodman, Amanda Wright, Harvey Wyskowski III, Jamie Young. Nashville woman wins AQHA award Luann K. Potter of Nashville recently earned an award for logging 500 hours in the American Quarter Horse Association horseback riding program. The program recognizes and rewards AQHA members for time spent with their American quarter horses in activities such as trail rides, working cattle, pleasure driving and simply riding. A unique aspect of the program is its simplicity. Current AQHA members complete a program applica­ tion and pay a one-time $25 enrollment fee. Each enrollee receives an official AQHA log sheet to record their hours driving or riding an American quarter horse. Participants need not own their own horse, but all official 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 certificates from Drysdale’s Western Store to a Montana Silversmith trophy belt buckle at the highest level. Other awards provided by AQHA corporate sponsors include a $25 gift certificate good towards any item from Drysdale’s Western Store, at 750 hours a headstall valued at $22 from Cowboy Tack. At both 1,000 hours and 3,000 hours award recipients receive recognition in “The Journal,” Quarter Horse AQHA’s monthly magazine. Gilean Newman, AQHA manager of recreational riding programs, said “AQHA is so proud to offer this pro­ gram rewarding people who enjoy riding and driving American quarter horses. Enrollees are doing such diverse activities that it’s obvious this program literally fits everyone who likes spending time with horses.” AQHA actively encour­ ages horseback riding as a recreational activity that can be enjoyed alone or shared with family and friends. For more information about AQHA and its programs, visit www.aqha.com or call (806) 376-4811. Real Estate GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. PINE LAKE #4 Southgate Dr. Plat, Prairieville. 80 ft. frontage, sewer, wooded, $149,000 (616)375-0969. The Dog House >> pef Grooming V&Jg hi Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, .^W>.U 8UM1^ . Gnumur . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - Page 7 Cleaning of buckets signals syrup season It's that time ofyear again when the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corp, begins preparations for a maple syrup season that will cul­ minate in the three-day It A? “L s th • tat UMljiiii $ ■» IMtH® Je l‘8is rtesii Gita tost 3-<is. ratta: skif Hfww't ib sspdjAte h of it snrafejis! School board buys new bus by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education approved the purchase a new school bus for $49,754.55 at last week Mondays meeting. The board also approved to sell two 1985 busses for $1,000 each. "This is just a continual effort to upgrade our bus fleet," said Superintendent Clark Volz after the meet­ ing. "The average age of our buses used to be about 12 years old. Now we are shooting for about six years old. In other business at the meeting the board: • Heard from Bev Black, director of special educa­ tion who announced a $151,000 per year grant the school has received for early intervention reading programs. The grant will provide $151,000 per year for three years and will be split up between Maple- EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP gqfcn njej ritetah ■rin tariff Erics R SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm riantt- i othcw h Disgd iQflAidri* it on III offi- It 400 8pa Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival April 27, 28 and 29. The cleaning of maple syrup buckets Feb. 10 kicked off the season. Between 275 to 300 buckets We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 wood and Fuller elementaries. "It's a great opportunity to expand our reading pro­ grams and make sure ev­ eryone is a reader," said Volz. • Approved a band and honors choir trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., for April 18­ 22. • Approved a policy change that will allow vo­ cational education stu­ dents drive to and from classes in Lansing. The students used to be required to ride the bus. Driving to their own classes will require parental consent, said Volz. • Approved an election resolution to hold a school board election on June 11 this year. Two, four-year trustee terms will be up for election. • Suspended a high school student for ten days and ordered him to spend 50 hours doing school re­ lated community service for a behavioral problem incident at the school. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Feb. 21 Macaroni and cheese, tossed salad, roll and honey, fruit cocktail, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Feb. 22 Pizza, whole kernel com, apple crisp, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Feb. 23 Nachos, green beans, pear halves, fortune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Feb. 26 Hot dog, potato sticks, baked beans, cherry push­ up, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 27 Rib sandwich, tater tots, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfastthis year starting the first ofthe school year. a? Oc 14 1*4 4* FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service I Armstrong Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 will be used to tap maple trees in and around Vermontville. Gene Fisher, president of the corporation, said corpo­ ration trustee Gerald Lundstrum will direct an all­ volunteer crew in the tap­ ping, gathering and produc­ ing of syrup for the festival. The use of volunteers is new this year; in previous years a professional syrup producer has been used. Using volunteers will not only boost the corporation's profits, Fisher said, it will teach people how to tap, collect and make maple syrup. "The main thing is we want to have more peo­ ple learn how to make maple syrup," he said. "That Will be of benefit to the community. It promotes the festival and promotes maple syrup in general." The tapping of the trees usually begins around the first of March, Lundstrum said, but the exact start de­ pends on the weather. Thus far it's been too cold, he said. Last year unseasonably warm weather caused sap to run earlier in the year, with the result that very little sap Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation members (from left) Gene Fisher, Leola Lundstrum, Steve Hayes and Gerald Lundstrum clean buckets at the Maple Manor in Vermontville. was able to be collected, and only a fifth of the normal crop could be harvested. Most syrup-making activ­ ities will take place at Maple Manor in Vermontville. Anyone wishing to volunteer can call 616/726-0670 or 616/726-0197. JR., SR. HIGH SYRUP CORPORATION (with the help of MV FFA) will soon be tapping maple trees in Nashville. Place a white string around any tree you do not wish to have tapped. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 21 Choose One - Wet burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Thursday, Feb. 22 Choose One - Chili, crack­ ers, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, apple crisp, juice, milk. Friday, Feb. 23 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, pears, juice, milk. Monday, Feb. 26 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, baked beans, cherry push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 27 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, tater tots, applesauce, juice, milk. NASHVILLE MAPLE HfflS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.....................................................................Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................... 852-5066 IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2-2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 Sr has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front Sr rear stairs. Call Homer for more details Sr Appointment to see. (H-l 17) ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN & RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot live downstairs Sr rent upstairs. TWo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim Sr pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (H-l 18) VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity!! bedroom Two apartment perfect forr owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own business. (V-113) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE Perked St surveyed, ideal for manufac­ tured home. Some trees, close to town. All this (or just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) 220 220 220 495 495 495 05 71/2 A ill 33A33A33A SANDY LUNDQUIST, AS­ SOCIATE Broker with ERA Dynamic Real Estate, 1225 West State Street, Hastings, MI. (517)852-1543 home or (616)945-5248 office. MLS.. • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. realtor'I VERMONTVILLE Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMSII 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, “TUdor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres landscaped w/waterfalls. (V-104) all are perk tested. Call Homer for Call Jerry. more details. (VL-107/112) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof & furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private showing. Call Hyle. (CH-106) Some parcels are "wooded" range Because of recent "SOLDS" and Fending Transactions we are in need of 'LISTINGS"! Call us today if you have property or a k home to sell! IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, ""Combo*, 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (H-l 16) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - Page 8 New books at the Putnam District Library Those who came to the annual sugaring off enjoy a but maple candy for dessert. Adult Fiction - Darkness More Than Night by Michael Connelly; Rising Sun by Doug Galbraith; Roses are Red by James Patterson; Dr. Death by Jonathan Kellerman; From the Comer of His Eye by Dean Koontz; Speaking in Tongues by Jeffery Deaver; Bad Boy by Olivia Gold­ smith; In the Forest of Harm by Sallie Bissell; Riley in the Morning by Sandra Brown; Boone’s Lick by Larry Mc­ Murtry; Blood Lure by Nevada Barr; Cutout by Francine Mathews; On Bear potluck dinner with what else Mountain by Deborah Smith; Storm by Boris Starling; Expose by van Wormer; Don’t Close Your Eyes by C. Thompson; The Outside Man by Richard Patterson; A Painted House by John Grisham; Hang­ Curse by Frank After supper there will man’s be the sugaring off, and a Peretti. Adult Non-Fiction chance for everyone to stir sap into delicious maple Kovel’s Antiques and Col­ lectibles Price List 2001 sugar. Members of the Haigh 33rd edition; Locator by family, local producers, Dunn; Foxfire Book of will hold a program and di­ Appalacian cookery, Gourd Fun by Crawford; How Rare rect the sugaring off. The event is open to ev­ A Possession the Book of Standing for eryone in the area as a Mormon; chance to come and so­ Something by Hinckley; cialize while celebrating a Jesus the Christ by Talmage; time honored tradition in Family Home Evening resource, book by the the area. The sugaring off also is Mormon Church. Young Adults and a chance to meet the syrup queen and alternate fqr the Juniors - The Left Behind year, Camille Wieland Series - The Vanishings, Second Chance, Through the and Jessica Ripley, respectively, who were Flames, Facing the Future, Nicolae High, The crowned ’just last Tuesday. The syrup corporation Underground, Busted, Death members are doing their Strike, The Search, On the own tapping and boiling Run, Into the Storm, this year and they would Earthquake, all by Jerry like to get the community Jenkins and Tim LaHaye; more involved in the pro­ Elsie Series-Elsie’s Endless cess. They are asking all Wait, Elsie’s Impossible interested people who Choice, Elsie’s New Life, would like to donate a Elsie’s Stolen Heart, Elsie’s couple hours of time to True Love, Elsie’s Troubled help with the process to Times, all by Marth Finley; Nell Dunne Ellis Island call 726-0670 or 726-0197. 1904 by Duey; Carolind and her Sister by Wilkes; In Aunt Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B Lucy’s Kitchen by Rylant; A drivers needed. Looking for Little Shopping by Rylant; dependable customer service The Day I Had to Play With oriented person with chauf- My Sister by bonsall; feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ li- Pioneer Girl Growing Up On cense. Full-time, part-time, the Prairie by Warren; I benefits ((full-time), good Amber Brown by Danzigen; working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. The Great Ice Battle byA bbott; City in the Clouds by 248-7729. Abbott; The Sleeping Giant of Gall by Abbott; Pioneer Call 945-9554 Girl by Anderson; Billy is a Big Boy by Hoffman; By the for ACTION-Ads! Dawn’s Early Light by Sugaring Off’ party is Feb. 22 in Vermontville by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Sap time is here in Vermontville and the an­ nual "Sugaring Off party will be held Thursday, Feb. 22, to taste the first syrup of the season. Sugaring off is hosted by the Vermontville Histori- cal Society, and the local maple syrup corporation provides the sap. It is held at the First Congregational Church. The celebration starts with a potluck dinner at 7 p.m. Anyone who would like to come is asked to bring a dish to pass. Hildred Peabody (in a past file photo) shows how much fun it is to stir maple sap into maple sugar at the annual sugaring off. NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2000 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Feb. 9th, 10th, 23rd & 24th Any taxes received after Feb. 28, 2001 will be returned to the taxpayer as delinquent. Delinquent taxed can be paid with 4% penalty plus interest to Eaton County Treasurer. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vac­ cination is required. After Feb. 28, 2001 licenses will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. 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, Ml 49096 PHONE #517-566-8913 HELP WANTED Looking for someone to live in to help with housekeeping, cooking, washing and some personal assistance—along with companionship for a semi­ disabled 60-year-old lady. Reply to: #156 c/o Reminder RO. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Kroll; Drawing Horses by Crosby; Cinderella by Cohen; Lewis Carroll Poetry by Mendelson; Rudyard Kipling Poetry by Gillonly; Fairy Garden by Cross; Laura’s Little House by Wilder, Laura’s Christmas by Wilder; Pioneers by Sandler; Make Yourself a Monster by Ross; The Farmer in the Dell • by O’Brien; Paddington Bear and the Busy Bee Carnival by Bond; Little Bear Won’t Go to Bed by Langreuter and Sobat; Maritime Disasters by Landau; The Wickleville Fair by Sculthorp; Freddie Geats a Haircut by Smee; Maisy Drives the Bus by Cousins; Freezy Breezy Fun by Paulsen; Thanksgiving Cats by Marzollo; The Berenstain Bears and the Big Question by Berenstain; Are You Spring by Pitcher; Pooh’s Bad Dream by Zoehfeld; Look I Can Read by Hood; Map in the Mystery Machine by Herman; Frontier Framily by Wilkes; Scooby Doo and the Howling Wolfman by Gelsey. Videos Road to El Dorado; Chicken Run; The Third Miracle; The Insider; Final Destination; Fight Club; Cider House Rules; Romeo Must Die; Journey to the Beginning of Time; Dinosaurs. Donation of materials by Debra Desrochers, Mary Chapman, Ron Tutt, Judy Laurie, Faith Johnson, Jan Johnson, Berkimer Family, Robin Boyd, Ruth Garlinger, Don Roscoe, Kathy Casler, Angie Walker, Lyle French, Lois Lane, Donald Wiggins, Barbara Sandbrook. Donations in memory of Harold Hansen by Lloyd and Thelma Linsley, Nashville Seniors Club, in memory of Carmen Ebersole by Char Garvey, MDOT Hastings Garage, in memory ofVicky Rose by LaDuska Sheldon, in memory of Arthur Kays by Ellen Kays. Free legal advice offered to seniors Legal Services of Southern Michigan will con­ duct interviews for legal advice and possible repre­ sentation, without charge, to interested seniors Wednesday, March 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 N. Main, Nashville. A short presentation will also be provided. Legal Services of Southern Michigan is a non­ profit organization which provides high quality legal assistance, representation and education to low income people in Calhoun, Branch, and Hillsdale counties and seniors in St. Joseph and Barry counties. The agency seeks, through its board, staff, volunteers and pro bono attorneys, to ensure that its clients are given equal access to the justice system. It is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the State Bar of Michigan and local United Ways. The advice and counsel at the senior sites is funded pri­ marily by Federal Title III “Older Americans Act” monies and by Calhoun County Senior Millage. Correction: The name of sixth-grader Darcy Meade inadver­ tently was omitted from the honor roll listing pub­ lished last week in the Maple Valley News 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 - NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE General appropriation of Funds Budget Meeting February 22,2001 at 6 p.m. at village Office. Copy of proposed budget now available. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. �The Map4e Valley News. Nashville Tuesday. February 20, 2001 - Page 9 wo & O &&& Love and hearts was the theme at Fuller Elementary last week. Student Jorden Beachnau stands by the board that greets visitors to the school in the spirit of the holiday. Teacher Gerrie Long (right) had the help of new student teacher Tausha White for the Valentines Day festivities last week. Sw.Sil SSil Sw.S Fuller kids show they have heart by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Love and hearts were in the air at Fuller Elemen­ tary last week, as the stu­ dents celebrated Valen­ tine's Day. Most classrooms held parties with special food and candy, and many played games and ex- I!. changed Valentines. Teacher Gerrie Long said Valentine's Day cele­ brations are "One of the nicest times of the year." Long said her class had been celebrating the day with the help of new stu­ dent teacher Tausha White, who is from Olivet College. "The kids have a lot of fun exchanging cards and doing special Valentine's Day crafts," Long said. Other things made it a special day for some stu­ dents, like Patricia Gri- nage, who received a rose sent to the school from her dad. "It's just a really fun thing to celebrate love and caring for others," said Long. MkiUtk Mykaela Woodman shows off some of her Valentines she received at the celebration last Wednesday. titan tf sail® Lions mat men bow out against Olivet in districts ZM tali tat] IU inte ib^llii IfllljUIHlSlfa ilka] ilttatHtyii itUHtanlik The varsity wrestling season for Maple Valley's team came to a close last Thursday with a 69-12 loss to Olivet in Division IV district competition at Bellevue High School. Winners for the Lions were Chad Spears in the 160-pound weight class and Ashley Wilkins shows off some of the treats she brought into her class last Wednesday to help celebrate Valentines Day. Fuller Elementary student Patricia Grinage gets ready to go home with her rose that was delivered to the school from her dad for Valentines Day. EARN $9.65 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN We Have Wild Bird Feed In-Stock Premium Wild Bird Seed 40 lb..................................... 20 lb..................................... Standard Wild Bird Seed 40 lb..................................... COB0 Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held March 7 through March 23 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $10.65 per hour. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by February 28 at: Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 Matt Thorne in the 215pound weight class. Spears pinned Jeff Barker in 1:15, while Thorne pinned Jay Barkley in 2:35. In the first round of the tournament, the Lions defeated the host Broncos 36-30. I t B 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville 20 lb............................. Bulk Sunflower Seed 25 lb............................. 50 lb................... Thistle Seed i ib............................... so ib... Finch Seed 40 ib... T/jjT Mich- Lic- #23-1748 ASHVILLE HARDW^RE $849 $489 $789 $469 $539 $929 99* $36 ................... $237£ <i ^Asraraxc JJ Nashville, Michigan • 233 N Moin SI. 8O5pe2n.-0M7on1.-3So;t. W8oem ShIoip 5U 3P0Spm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - Page 10 Vermontville maple tree replacement suggested by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Vil­ lage Council is working with the Vermontville Syrup Corporation to beau­ tify the village and ensure there will be trees running with maple sap for many years to come. Councilman Roger Metz, who is working on various improvement ideas in the village, said he would like to take out all the trees lining Main Street because many of them are up in the power lines and there are gaps where trees should be. He said he would like to see those removed so new trees could be uniformly put in and planted. The type of tree he would like put in is called a Bradford pear tree. "It's and ornamental tree, with a really pretty white flower in the spring," said Metz. "We can't put maples in because they get too large and damage the sidewalks and get into the power lines." He said some maple trees in the village are get­ ting old, and some are dy­ ing. He said because of this and the need to keep the syrup tradition alive in the village, the . council is working with the syrup corporation to replace and put in more trees in resi- in their front yard and al­ low the syrup corporation to tap the trees every year," .said Metz. Gene Fisher, president of the syrup corporation, said the corporation will provide the trees for plant­ ing some time in the late summer, early fall, which is the best time to plant maple trees. * Gerald Lundstrum, who has been in the maple syrup business for 70 years, said it will still take 25-30 years before the trees reach the age where they can be tapped. "We are looking long range down the road and making plans now, " said Fisher. Lundstrum said there is a lot of misconception that tapping a tree causes it substantial stress. He said tapping a tree is much like going to the doctors to get blood taken from an arm. The body replenishes the blood, much like the tree does with the sap. "It does not harm the tree, it is a bit of stress but not significant. The tree is a tough organism. If for some reason it needs the sap it will hold on to it and it will not flow," he said. "It will not make five min­ utes difference to the tree if it's tapped." "We want to keep the tap flowing in Vermontville..." said Lundstrum, "In order to do that we need to plant now to plan for later." Metz said those volun­ teering to have a tree planted in their yard would be responsible for watering the trees for the first year or so, to keep them healthy and to allow them to get a good start. He said the village would be using their equipment to plant the trees. Anyone interested in the free maple trees should call 726-0670, or stop by the village office to leave their name, address and phone number and declare that interest. Metz said this and other projects, like relandscap­ ing the village office, get­ ting a new village office sign, putting in things like hanging flower baskets downtown will keep the village looking nice and improve the village this summer. He said he is also look­ ing for anyone or service organizations to donate flowers or shrubs, or time to help with putting the flowers in and keeping them watered. Anyone in­ terested can call the vil­ lage hall at 726-1429. "We hope to get the Girl or Boy Scouts involved, things like that," said Metz. "These are just things to do to beautify the village a bit more." MOPS to meet thismorning It is time to tap trees once again! To ensure that there will be sap to tap in the future, the village of Vermontville has joined with the syrup corporation to provide free maple trees to those that live in the village, and will allow them to be tapped every year. dential areas. "We are looking for people to volunteer to have us plant maple trees When You Can Pay This Little Why Settle For Anything Less? LT 133 Lawn Tractor Now you can mow your * 13-hp overhead-valve engine whole lot for very little. * 5-speed, shift-on-the-go transmission ■ 38-inch mower deck How so? With a premium * Over 9 attachments available John Deere tractor, featuring ONLY $38 pt“* a fully welded frame and overhead-valve engine. The Mothers of Preschoolers (M.O.P.S.) at Vermontville Bible Church will be holding its monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 20. The meeting is open to all Pilgrims push past Lions in hoops Lansing Christian shocked Maple Valley, 62­ 58, in SMAA varsity basketball action last Friday in Lansing. The Pilgrims improved to 6-10 overall, while Maple Valley slipped to 10-6. Leading the Lions in points were Adam Watson and Eric Goris, both with 13. Jon Terberg added 8 markers. Lansing Christian had three players who scored 15 points, Steve VanDyk, Neil Quinn and Justin Sellers, all scored 15 points for the Pilgrims. Maple Valley will travel to Pennfield Tuesday and host Olivet on Friday. The contest with Olivet will be Homecoming. mothers of preschoolers whose children are up to 6 years old. Child care is pro­ vided for the children while the moms enjoy a time of refreshments, discussion and crafts. The meeting runs from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The church is located at 250 N. Main in Vermontville. A $4 donation is suggested. For further information, call Sarah Gurd, coordinator, at 517-852-1893. Used Cars To Be Sold at $88 Or perhaps an easy- starting genuine John Deere walk-behind mower is more your pace. Either way, you get a whole lot of quality for a whole lot less than you JS60 Walk-Behind Mower 6-hp engine probably expected to pay Push type for a John Deere. Plus, Mulch cover and side-discharge chute 90 days Same-As-Cash." standard, bagger optional Come on; you owe it to o^iy$299 yourself. Don’t settle for a lesser brand or an older model. See your John Deere dealer today (offers end 1438GS Sabre" Lawn Tractor • 14.5-hp overhead-valve engine July 4, 2001). Besides, • 5-speed, shift-on-the-go transmission anything less than the • 38-inch mower deck reassuring green means 0NlY$1,459 you're just settling. NationalAds CARPENTERS/HELPERS: TO $18/HR. + benefits! Entry/skilled, many, need now! (616)949-2424 Jobline. CITY DELIVERY: TO $800/wk. + great benefits!! Training now, major compa­ nies! All permanent! (616)949-2424 Jobline. DIET MAGIC. LOSE UP TO 30LBS/30 DAYS. PRO­ GRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)721­ 8804 HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. wwwJohnOeere.com Nothing Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 John Deere 945-9526 www.deere.com m r ni "Offers end July 4,20i0r1te. mSusb’ jwec"t tboe a apspsreosvseedd cfrreodmittohne Joonhnm Dle o eraete C oref dit rRcehvaosleviantg 1P9l8an, eforcre nnot nA-P coR wmiteh a ciSaOl u5s0e eIfrtmheonbtahlamnic em is mnotO pthaiedr isn feucll by the end of the Same-As-Cash irtems’ w" be assessed from the ongml oate of purchase at 198 percent APR with a SO 50 per month minimum. Other special rates and terms may be available •: Mneludini ■cMltaeatrtaeamDscswgaaned Iawssaeascs vegArottmt omeaeoKniga>m<«oBa.*eAourlpau fcrcl» aats•peearUeip*pneorcdeeneieo Swncwai^ mopd ereime o mna mnmud me.ales.e - r»s.p-e•c.» i « «« « . LOADER/PULLER: TO $16.82/HR. + major benefits! Many train, all permanent! Start now! (616)949-2424 Job­ line. SCHOOL CLERICAL: FULL & Part time! Training now, lots of permanent work! (616)949-2424 Jobline. WORK AT HOME FULL OR PART TIME FREE IN­ FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-3951 A leading Car Dealer in Hastings, MI is over-stocked with used car inventory and will be selling cars and trucks for as low as $88 this Saturday, Feb. 24, 2001. HASTINGS, MI - J. Marsack, Manager of Thornapple Motors of Hastings, has just announced plans to hold a used car, truck, or van sale with vehi­ cles priced as low as $88.00 on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2001. According to Mr. Marsack, record sales from the last few months have resulted in an overload of trade-ins. During this $88.00 sale every used car, truck and van will be offered to hundreds to thousands below the orig­ inal price. All vehicles will be opened at 8:00 a.m. so that buyers can inspect the vehicles for one hour before the sale begins at 9:00 a.m. Whoever is sitting behind the wheel at 9:00 a.m. when the prices are slashed will be given the opportunity to pur­ chase the vehicle at the reduced sale price. “We want to remind everybody that this is a one day sale only. .When our inventory is reduced we will return to normal operations,” Marsack said. “We would rather allow the public to buy these vehicles than wholesale them at auction.” Any questions, can be directed to Thornapple Motors. Date: Saturday, Feb. 24, 2001, open at 8:00 a.m., sale from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Aditorial �Maple Valley junior killed in Friday crash "i® **WSN! LS S>s S>s; >s S K SjS> 77»w?<.., S* %%$ NSS <>1S 1S ‘' ®t!l i»., i». J-Ad Graphics News Service Maple Valley High School junior Jennifer Lee Whitmore, 17, was killed Friday on M-5O just east of the 1-69 interchange, according to a report by the Charlotte Police Department. Officers said Whitmore was a passenger in an eastbound 1988 Chevrolet which was struck on the right side as the driver allegedly turned in front of a westbound van. The driver and rear seat passenger, whose identities were not released, were taken to Sparrow Hospital in Lansing and are believed to be recovering from injuries. The driver of the van, v who also was not identified, was treated at Hayes-GreenBeach Hospital in Charlotte and released. The 7:35 p.m. crash is still under investigation by the Charlotte Police Department’s Accident Investigation Team. Whitmore was bom in Lansing the daughter of Kim R. and Barbara E. (Davidson) Whitmore and was a lifelong resident of Vermontville. At school, she participated in softball, volleyball and basketball. She is survived by her parents and her brother, Jason Bryant Whitmore. Visitation will be today, (Tuesday, Feb. 20) from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service are set for I p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte, with Rev. Deano Lamphere of Nashville Baptist church officiating. She will be buried at the Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. No other information was available at press time Monday. ®il!l ®il!l tL tL .Hl .Hl WMU dean's list has 5 local students ,li!* K&l f^wwE? IJBSl?***, I Sixty-four area students have earned placement on the dean's list for the fall semester at Western Michigan University. To make the list, a student must achieve at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale in at least 12 academic hours of graded work. The following are the students, their hometowns, parents' names (where available) and major fields of study: • Hillary Cates, daughter of Steven and Cay Cates of Nashville, special education, mentally impaired, elementary. • Roxanne L. Guernsey, daughter of Robert and Leslie Guernsey of Nashville, psychology. • Carrie Lynn Hopkins, daughter of David and Bonita Roush of Nashville, fructo jmhte Miton sspl tjiitnl lUuj iMlt CarsToBeSolbJII Subscribe Today! Get all the news of the county. 945-9554 • • • • Sports Historical Government Ann Landers The Hastings /iTlu More! DANNER elementary group minors. • Robb R. Rosin of Nashville, mathematics. • Melissa C. Mansfield, daughter of Robert and Vicki Mansfield of Vermontville, art teaching. JV eagers beat Pilgrims Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball team lost to league leading Dansville 65-48 Feb. 13, but came back last Friday to defeat the No. 2 team in the league, Lansing Christian, 55-50. With the victory, the JV Lions improved to 11-5. In the Lansing Christian contest, Maple Valley only had Eric Smith score in double figures with 14, but three, Jim Hirneiss, Jeff Taylor and Cam Smith each managed to tally 8 points. The biggest baskets of the game were scored by Derek Musser on a two point putback and Collin McLean with a jumper coming with 25 seconds to go and the outcome still in question. Maple Valley's eagers only committed 16 total turnovers. In the game with Dansville, all of the Maple Valley players scored but just two tallied double digits. Twenty five turnovers and being out­ done on the boards did not help the Lions' winning chances. Maple Valley's basketball teams travel to Pennfield Tuesday and host Olivet on Friday. Call for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ms Mike Kohlrieser, founder of “Understanding Wildlife,” with some of his friends. Tropical rain forest coming to Fuller Elementary gym On Tuesday, Feb. 27, the Fuller Street elementary gym will be transformed into a tropical rain forest. Touring under the name “Live on Stage, The Rain Forest,” a visiting exhibit will make kids think they are right in the middle of the tropical rain forest with the beautiful sounds and sights of the Amazon region, and they will see exotic birds, monkeys, alligators, jungle cats, and snakes. It all started as a dream for founder and current director Mike Kohlrieser. His father, being professional animal trainer, gave him an entire childhood of learning his profession. Then in the 1980s he and his wife, Marcia, became increasingly aware of problems in the tropical rain forests. Using his already developed skills as an animal trainer and stage entertainer, Kohlrieser wanted to educate young and old alike about these animals facing possible extinction. In 1992, the non-profit organization Understanding Wildlife was created. The goal is simple - educate and inspire individuals to get involved and make this a better world for everyone (including the animals) to live in. This comedy animal show will be at Fuller for two shows only, 5 and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for stu­ dents and will be available at the door. �The Maple Valley News, Nashvilla, Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - Page 12 Commission on Aging meals, events schedule set Commission of Aging Hearty Meals Wednesday, Feb. 21 Chicken and dumplings, asparagus, diced carrots, cake. Thursday, Feb. 22 Tuna noodle casserole, Brussels sprouts, Com O’Brien, mixed fruit. Friday, Feb. 23 Sloppy joe, bakery bun, German potato salad, diced beets, sweet treat. Monday, Feb. 26 steak, Country fried cheese and bacon, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, fruited jell-o. Tuesday, Feb. 27 BBQ chicken breast, spinach, pork and beans, dinner roll, pie. Hastings, nails/crafts, legal Lite Meals aid 10-12; Nash-ville, new Wednesday, Feb. 21 Tuna salad, ww bread, books; Woodland, puzzle; Delton, puzzle. poppyseed com, pineapples. Thursday, Feb. 22 - HastThursday, Feb. 22 Seafood pasta salad, carrot ings, music; Nashville, bin­ raisin salad, mandarin go; swimming; Delton, oranges. Taxes 8:30-12, fed and state. Friday, Feb. 23 Friday, Feb. 23 - Hastings, Turkey salami, ww bread, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday par­ peaches, fruit jell-o. ty; State taxes, 9-12. Monday, Feb. 26 Ham salad spread, pea and 26 Monday, Feb. cheese salad, dinner roll, Hastings, music; Nashville, diced pears. game day; Woodland, game Tuesday, Feb. 27 day; Delton, caring for Cheese spread, rye krisps, plants, Denny. marinated veggie’s plums. Tuesday, Feb. 27 Hastings, reading; Events Wednesday, Feb. 21 Nashville, puzzle day. 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. Plus, Wolverine Yinyl siding features easy-maintenance and the life-long durability you expect with premium vinyl siding - at a popular price. Make the smart move. Call today and we’ll give you more information on 0 premium vinyl siding from Wolverine. It may be today’s most economical way to avoid re-painting. DOUBLE 4 Wolverine Technologies ♦ ♦tzl* '/7 81 $211"" Clay Shale... White... Pewter Wicker... Ihometown) J LUMBER YARD Cash & Carry Rolled & Tied Spaghetti supper to aid spring teams $^/fT cCJ 3° 852-0882 219 S. State in Nashville Boneless, Skinless 5 lb. Bag Chicken Breast Fryer Drumsticks Sirloin Tip Roast If 517 V. A spaghetti supper this Friday night (Feb. 23) in the high school cafeteria will raise money for the softball and baseball pro­ grams in hopes of the teams being able to purchase an outdoor batting cage. Softball coach Duska Brumm said the dinner, which will run from 5 to 7:30 p.m. will feature desserts made by the ath­ letes, in addition to the regular dinner with bread, salad and refreshments. "Last year we raised enough money for an in- Breaded Chop suey Meat 1 lb. Tub Parade soft Milk $2<>9 Margarine 1/2% & Fat Free 16 oz. Bareman’s 3 lb.Parade Spread Tub Deli Sliced 97% Fat Free 'Roast lV lb. Beef Turkey $Ma0 m9. Breast Call for Classifieds HI0-SW-1085 < 49* Pork Cutlets door batting cage, and also the girls bought uniforms, and the boys spent some of the money for their spring trip... this is an important fund-raiser for the kids and the baseball/softball pro­ gram," she said. The dinner will cost $5 for adults, $3 for 12 and under and free for those 3 and under Everyone is welcome to come. Chicken l/l Leg i/4's & Thighs Cumberland Gap 1 lb. k Sausa9e$|■|9 l9b. lb. lb. ~ 10 lbs. or More ~ Kielbasa Lesser Amounts ■ qc lb. Pure Premium Asst. WK Corn, Cream Corn, 12 Pk. Cans Cut Green Beans 14.5 oz. Coke 5 qt. Country Maid ■15 oz. Parade 2 Liters Fruit Coke, Diet coke Sprite 46 oz. Parade Taystee Split Top Tomato Golden Bread 64 oz. Tropicana Ue^de ice Cream 3/89e dep. 16 oz. Bareman’s Chip 8 oz. Philadelphia Soft Cream 12 pk. Ice Castle Toffee Bar 2 1 Dozen Hamilton 8 pk. 6.75 oz. Greeting Cards & Wrapping Paper Everyday 8 oz. Cole’s 45 oz. Powder Cascade Mini Garlic Auto. Dish Loaf ggt Det c 1 lb. Pkg. Baby Cut Carrots QQC Vermontville Grocery Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-FrL; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-02-27.pdf f8fbc3da40ff0832976a61c047648e26 PDF Text Text IT1RPLE VrI^eW HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 9/February 27, 2001 Sugaring off kicks off maple syrup season by Shawna Hubbarth Joyce Hdigh stirs the syrup, bringing the temperature up to 240 degrees so that those attending the sugaring off can stir it into candy. Staff Writer The annual sugaring off last Thursday night in Vermontville officially kicked off the start of maple syrup season in the area. The event, hosted by the Vermontville Historical Society, featured a potluck dinner and a favorite tradi­ tion for many locals — stirring the maple syrup to make maple candy. The event attracted newcomers and regulars who attend every year. A special guest was Du­ ane Hawkins, who is 101 years old. He attends the sugaring off every year. While he now lives in Lansing, he grew up in Vermontville, and remem­ bers things many years ago, such as playing bas- ketball in the Opera weren't stirring it fast House. enough. We looked around He said he was having a and everyone was stirring great time stirring the it like crazy... we got the maple sugar, and enjoys hang of it pretty quickly and made some nice the event every year. The new syrup queen pieces." Wieland said she found and alternate, Camille Wieland and Jessica Rip­ the whole process exciting. ley, were also having a "I really learned a lot good time at the event. about making maple prod­ "This is the first time we ucts from the library... bemade the candy," Wire­ land said. "At first we See sugaring off, pg. 4 Nashville officer manager resigns post by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council accepted the res­ ignation of office manager Cathy Lentz at last week's meeting. Lentz has served as of­ fice manager for eight years and as village clerk for seven. The office man­ ager is a full-time position in the village. She is not resigning from the village clerk's position. Lentz said she is resigning to pursue career opportuni­ ties at Edward Jones, an investment company. Council members Steve Wheeler and Dan Kellogg said they regretted her res­ ignation and wished her well. Her resignation will be effective at 5 p.m. Friday, March 9. The council agreed to • advertise for the position. In other business at the meeting, the council: • Approved a 30 cents an hour raise for Police Chief Garry Barnes and full-time officers in the po­ lice department. • Approved purchase of a pump for the water sys­ tem from Hydromatic for $2,674. • Appointed the election workers for the upcoming village election in March. • Discussed the need for a hoist repair and a new tailgate on the 1989 one ton truck. Councilwoman Homecoming king and queen named Maple Valley Winter Homecoming king and queen, Jeff Rhoades and Torri Newton. Cathy Lentz (shown here swearing in council president Carroll Wolff in a file photo) is resigning from her job as office manager. Bonnie White said she would like to see more than one bid on the repair. • Approved the Depart­ ment of Public Works (DPW) to look into getting quotes for new mowing equipment, which would involve two John Deer tractors. • Heard concerns from two audience members who asked about the DPW truck being driven home by the director. Council members said this has been the standard practice, in case of an emergency. The council said they would have the committee look into the matter because the head of the department does not live in the village any more. • Also heard concerns from the audience that the village is "picking and choosing" which ordinances to enforce, and would like to see warnings followed through with. Council member Frank Dunham said he would talk to the police depart­ ment on the subject. • Approved the 2000­ 2001 amended budget as presented. • Heard that the police department is looking to hire for two part-time posi­ tions. See page 6 for more Homecoming photos ■ g In This Issue • Fuller. Kids’ Carnival draws 300-400 people • Lady Lions spike way to victory TV meteorologist visits Fuller Elementary class Local FFA club members observe FFA Week �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 27, 2001 - Page 2 For Rent Help Wanted NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ DRIVER- additional CDL B room house with attached drivers needed- Looking for garage. Also, 2 bedroom dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ apartment. (517)852-9386 feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ Jobs Wanted cense. Full-time, part-time, CHRISTIAN MOM TO benefits (full-time), good watch your children in my working environment. Also Nashville area home. 1st or hiring for night/weekends. 2nd shift. (517)852-1671, ask 248-7729. for Truda. CHERYL’S 1 HAIR SHOP V| 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI A 517-852-2377 V CHERYL PIERCE Owner a Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children A Engagements Merrill-Tobias Melanie Gill and Randy Merrill, both of Charlotte, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter, Heidi Kay to Scott Allen Tobias of Charlotte, form­ ally of Nashville. He is the son of Jerry Tobias of Hast­ ings and Linda Tobias of Vermontville. Heidi is a 1996 graduate ofCharlotte and is employed with Central Ford Truck of Lansing. Scott is a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley and a 1992 graduate of Davenport Col­ lotte. lege. He is employed with A May 5, 2001 wedding Spartan Motors Inc. ofChar- date has been set. Your policies come with an agent and local service. Winegars to celebrate their golden anniversary Homer and Joan Winegar, of Vermontville, will cele­ brate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, March 4th, 2001 with a family dinner at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville. They were married on Sunday, March 4th, 1951 in Vermontville. They have three sons: Larry (Diane), Rick (Shelley) and Tom, and 10 grandchildren. Homer is a real estate broker, and together he and Joan have owned and operated Maple Valley Real Es­ tate since 1985. Previously they worked together for Stanton’s Real Estate & Auctioneering, and Century 21. .They started married life farming in Vermontville and Olivet areas. Then, Homer delivered gas and oil to or­ chard growers and farmers for Farm Bureau Co-op, and worked for Diamond-Reo in Lansing. Joan enjoys gardening, cooking, corresponding with friends, and spending time with family. Homer’s hob­ bies include fishing and hunting. Together they attend their grandchildren’s sports and activities, and travel­ ing! They have served in various capacities at Ver­ montville Bible Church, where they are members and were active in children’s camp work for over 20 years with Camp-Ao-Wa-Kiya. Transfer station back in business after fire Call us for a competitive quote on your Home, Auto, Farm or Business at (517) 726-0580 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville The Castleton Maple on an upside down drum Grove Nashville transfer just inside the shed and site was open for township conducted business from residents to dump their this "desk." trash Saturday, Feb. 17, in There were nearly 40 spite of the fire Monday customers who visited the evening (Feb. 12) that site. Many had not heard burned the office and stor­ about the fire and were age shed. surprised to see the dam­ Supervisor Helen Mudry age. Other customers drove and the yard worker re­ by once to see if the trans­ ported for work at 8 a.m. fer site was open and then Saturday to clear out returned later with their enough of the rubble in the trash to toss in the dump­ shed to set up a makeshift ster. office. Mudry said she had her Mudry said the box of fill of fresh air for the day. new receipts was stored in With both the west door the office under a metal and the south door ripped desk. She dug through the off by the firefighters, wreckage of burnt paneling there was little space to and retrieved them. They get out of Saturday's brisk were packaged in plastic wind. wrappers and though the The transfer board mem­ wrappers were a bit sooty, bers said they are planning the receipts had not burned to rebuild the office and and were still good to use. get preliminary estimates She, placed the cash box and bids from builders. ...... mH Hastings Mutual I nnscuilr^aoncpeo Cnomrpvany T 188$ Hastings, Michigan • 49058-1091 The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thomapple Lake Road 1*517-852*9481 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 27, 2001 - Page 3 0 Mulberry Fore owner named vice president of MGCOA Martha E. France WOODLAND Martha E. France, age 82, of Woodland, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 20, 2001. Martha was born September 9, 1918 in Stanton, Michigan to Perry and India (Gunckel) De Young. She attended Moody Bible Institute and worked for Rural Bible Mission teaching Bible classes in schools. Martha was married to the love of her life, Robert V. France on July 5, 1952. Together they had three children. She and her husband, Bob worked together in their family business, France Tree Service for many years. Martha also repaired sewing machines. She is survived by her husband, Bob; her daughter, Ruth Ann (Paul) Robb of Gobles; her sons, Paul (Beccy) of Nashville, and Mark (Michelle) of Woodland;. 14 grandchildren; her sisters, Mildred Spach of Flint, and Mary Jane Klyn of Grand Rapids. Martha was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Leah Dehnert; her brother, Gerald De Young; and two infant brothers. Respecting her wishes, a private memorial service will be held. Bertha Malcui CHARLOTTE Bertha Malcuit,. age 98, of Charlotte, Michigan, died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2001. Mrs. Malcuit was born Aug. 25, 1902, in Chester Township, Eaton County, Michigan, the daughter of Frank E. and Mattie (Davidson) Ward. She was a member of the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church and played violin for 40 years with a local dance orchestra in the Eaton County area. She is survived by sons Leo (Mary) Malcuit of Vermontville, MI, Bruce HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1 -800-535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm ______$4.75 with Student ID_____ $5.00 Late Shows Fri & Sat I DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Fr— Drink Refills A ,25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU. An Unobstructed View [SHOWS AND SHOWTIMES GOOD 2/23-3/11 (Mikayla) Malcuit of Charlotte; daughter, Justine (Raymond) Snyder of Charlotte; sister, Bethel Keller of Manistique, MI; 10 grandchildren, Janiece (Gary) Frace, Cathy (Alan) Baird, Michael (JoDean) Snyder, Michelle (James) Mitchum, Mark (Tracy) Malcuit, Joel Malcuit, Beth Malcuit, Amy (Rich) Phifer, Barbara (Frank Jr.) Silvas, Charles (Joanna) Malcuit; 19 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by husband Charles Malcuit and son Ward “Bud” Malcuit. Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 26, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Rev. George Fleming and Dr. James P. Mitchum officiated. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church or the Eaton County Medical Care Facility Activities Department. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were by Pray Funeral Home, Inc. - There will be no visitation or funeral services. Burial will be in Woodland Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Commission on Aging or the Mel Trotter Mission in Grand Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Koops Funeral Chapel. Tad Davis, owner of Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville, has been elected vice president of the Michigan Golf Course Owners Association (MGCOA). Davis has been co-owner and operator of Mulberry Fore Golf Course for 10 years. Before getting into the golf course business, Davis was a Quality Engineer for an - automotive supplier which took him on travels through the United States, Mexico and Canada. In 1979, Davis acquired his Real Estate license and his Commercial Pesticide Applicators license in 1991. He says "my true love is in the golf industry." Nashville VFW Post 8260 « 1 STEAK DINNER & DANCE g | Sat., March 10 • Dinner 6-7:30 pm 2 Advanced tickets: $8 / At The Door: $10 Dance immediately following is FREE! | This will be the last steak fry for the season. H J , -.4- - - Public Welcome - For advanced tickets call (anytime but Tuesday) after 4 pm 8 The Best Things in Life Are Free! And One Of Them is THRIFT CHECKING Open an account with $50.00. after that there's... • No Minimum Balance • No monthly fee • No per check charge HANNIBAL (R) 1:35. 4:10, 6:45, 9:20 O RECESS: SCHOOL'S OUT (G)di»ital/stadium seatias 12:50,2:35,4:50,7:00 _ (PG-13) H 1:00; 3:00, 5:00, 7:10, 9:10 VALENTINE (R) 9:00 SAVIHG SILVERMAN ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT (PG-13) DISITAUSTADIUM SEATIR6 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 7:20, 9:30 ■ (^11945-9554 ' forMaple : Valley News ACTION-Ads! This is a non-interest bearing account and there are no requirements to maintain additional accounts. NOW...each office equipped with an ATM and Night Depository. Eaton Federal ■ ■ HITOURWEB@www.Mti.coml I Nashville VFW 8260 Auxiliary i Penny Supper j > MARCH 3, 2001 / f Serving: Swiss Steak & Ham ► Serving from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 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 H3 517-852-9260 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon [FDIC EQUAL HOUSING LENDER [insured 3 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 27,2001 - Page 4 Sugaring off, continued from front page fore I was (crowned queen) I spent hours in the library researching it and both Jessica and I hope to visit four or five different local producers to learn more about the process first hand." Larry Haigh, president of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association, talked to the crowd about a recent trip his family took to the an­ nual international syrup association meeting in Vermont. While there, he and his wife, Karen, and mother, Joyce, toured sev­ eral different sugar bushes and operations and toured the Proctor Maple Re­ search Center there. "The University of Ver­ mont has two full-time maple syrup specialists on staff," he told the group. He talked about some of the new technology for the syrup industry, including tubing and smaller at­ tachments for spiles,which collect the same amount of sap but help the tree heal faster. Haigh also talked about the Asian Longhorn Bee­ tle, a bug that ruins maple trees. He said no pesticide has been found for the bug yet and the only thing people with an infestation can do is cut down the trees and burn them. He said the bug came into the country from ship­ ping materials from China. Larry Haigh, president of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association, talks to the group about his trip to Vermont. "It hasn't gotten closer to Michigan than Chicago, so luckily they have been able to keep it pretty iso­ lated." He took questions from the audience. One person asked about rodents chew­ ing through the tubing at­ tached to the trees throughout the winter. He said most small op­ erations take their tubing down and store indoors for the winter. Bigger opera­ tions have stopped rinsing Syrup queen Camille Wieland (right) and alternate Jessica Ripley stir the syrup into maple candy. Bruce William Downing PORTLAND Bruce William Downing of Port­ land, Michigan, passed away Friday, Feb. 23, 2001 at Heartland Healthcare Center in Ionia at the age of 77. He was born May 3, 1923 in Sebewa Township, Michi­ gan, the son of Homer and Mamie (Williams) Down­ ing. Bruce was employed at Motor Wheel, he retired in 1984. He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Myrtle (Thompson) Down­ ing in 1995, and infant granddaughter. Penny Black in 1974. Mr. Downing is survived by four children, Vicki (Joe) Bowerman of Portland, Diane (Mike) Black ofLake Odessa, James (Nancy) Downing of Portland, Tho­ mas (Linnea ) Downing of Portland; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Cleo (Gordon) Piercefield of Portland; sev- eral nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2001 at the Rosier Fun­ eral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, Michigan with Lori Fox officiating. The pallbearers will be Terry Walkington, Richard Thorp, Kendall Goodemoot, Brian Pinkston, John Hop­ pes, and David Selby. For those wishing contri- butions may be made to the American Diabetes Founda­ tion in memory of Bruce W. Downing. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. An interment service will be held at the Sunset Memorial Gardens Ceme­ tery in Ionia following the services at the funeral home. Merle K. Dropping, Sr. NASHVILLE - Merle K. Dropping, Sr., 76, of Nashville, formerly of Lansing, died Saturday evening, Feb. 24,2001 at his home. Mr. Dropping was bom Jan. 25, 1925 in Lansing, a son of Albert and Mary (Christensen) Dropping. He was an army veteran of World War II, serving in Europe. Mr. Dropping was a for­ mer employee of Lansing Auto Glass and attended the fc Cvngratulationsjaime^ Named on the Dean’s List at Grand Valley State with g a 3.954 GPA in the ■•S biomedical health science Sz honors program. §■ We are soproud ofyou. Mom, Dad, Matt, Friends & Family Nashville Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Kay Florian and two brothers, Albert and Clare. Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Jane, one daughter, Tina (Rick) Genther of Grosse Pointe Park, two sons, Mitch (Gail) Dropping of Bradenton, FL and Rod (Beverly) Dropping of Mason, 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and one brother, Roger (Beverly) Dropping ofCharlotte. Services will be 12 noon Wednesday at Nashville Baptist Church with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Gideons or Nashville Baptist Church, Nashville. Arrangements were entrusted to Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. the tubing with chlorine and water because the chlorine would dry up and become a salt and attract animals to chew on it. He said they now use just plain water and pressure clean it. Joyce Haigh also talked about the trip, and told a bit about the craft show they visited while they were there. Larry said he anticipated tapping trees in the next couple of weeks, but of course could not say for sure when that would hap­ pen. "It has to be at about 40 degrees and freezing at night for a couple of days in a row... we have had a couple of warm days, but not in a row." Duane Hawkins, who is 101 years’old, said he makes it a point to attend sugaring off most years. WINTER BIBLE SEMINAR Seven 50-minute sessions PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- (5 miles south ofNashville on M-66, 1/2 mile east on Cloverdale Road) Teacher - Pastor Tom Radtke ofWillmar, MN Subject - Book ofHEBREWS MARCH 3 and 4 Sat. 6 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Bring Bible and notebook. Carry-in lunch Sunday noon Call (517) 852-0861 for more information. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 27, 2001 - Page 5 National Ads CARPENTERS/HELPERS: TO $18/HR. + benefits! Entry/skilled, many, need now! (616)949-2424 Jobline. SCHOOL CLERICAL: FULL & Part time! Training now, lots l of permanent work! (616)949-2424 Jobline. WORK AT HOME FULL OR PART TIME FREE IN­ FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-3951 CITY DELIVERY: TO $800/wk. + great benefits!! Training now, major compa­ nies! All permanent! (616)949-2424 Jobline. DIET MAGIC. LOSE UP TO 30LBS/30 DAYS. PRO­ GRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)7218804 HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Business Services LOADER/PULLER: TO $16.82/HR. + major benefits! Many train, all permanent! Start now! (616)949-2424 Job­ line. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 SANDY LUNDQUIST, AS­ SOCIATE Broker with ERA Dynamic Real Estate, 1225 West State' Street, Hastings, MI. (517)852-1543 home or (616)945-5248 office. Mobile Homes FIRST TIME HOME buyers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm HOMETOWN 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager Life today seems to be much more complicated, involved and time LUMBER & HARDWARE consuming than it was twenty years ago. It used 7 huckwagon Cafe 0 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm to be that when doing day-to-day business, a person had only to remember 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Dixie Brand, Owner/ Licensed Builder Office: (517) 726-0721 (877) 726-1100 Fax: H ORIZON M X S™’1300 horizon@ia4u.net Builders & Homes Sales, INC. 2475 Ionia Road - Vermontville, Ml 49096 HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! a 945-9554 PINE LAKE #4 Southgate Dr. Plat, Prairieville. 80 ft. frontage, sewer, wooded, $149,000 (616)375-0969. Maple Valley Chapel Life can be too hectic. 852-1985 Real Estate GOV'T FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW or $0 down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold! OK credit! Call for list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. names and addresses. Nowadays, modern technology provides everyone with numerous account numbers, PIN numbers, and all sorts of special codes for personal identification. Also, many people own a cell phone or personal computer which allows them to work anytime, even while eating lunch or driving to work. We can now virtually work around the clock. Work is necessary to supply our human needs, but 517-852-2500 £ f% HAPPY trails... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD rm V rrn W MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville with all of our activities, we should not forget about having a good prayer life, and focusing some of our efforts on God. We should not neglect our 852-0845 responsibility to our Lord anymore than we would neglect our responsibility to our employer. Our Heavenly Father is good and He will bless our efforts because he is a loving God and knows what is best for us. The Bible tells us that God will supply all of Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6.00 pm our needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. HOURS: 3 WOLE VER’S Real Estate / can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. K.J.V. Philippians 4:13 Askfor our sales Dept. Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. ......... 6 Evening Worship..... Wednesday. Evening: Prayer Meeting ....... ... 7 p.m. Sunday School......................... 9:45 Morning Worship.......................... 11 Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... 1 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship 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 ......... .11a.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 .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 of Nashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School........................ 9:45 A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: .9:15 a.m. Morning oPrayer .................. 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev. Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School................ 16 a. m. Church Service................ 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �Homecoming, continued from front page It was yellow balloons for class spirit and rowdy cheering for these senior guys at the homecoming pep assembly. Seniors Kyle Lackscheide and Nikki Myers keep things moving at the pep assembly last Friday, before the homecoming game against Olivet. Both seniors hosted several fun games at the assembly to get everyone in the homecoming spirit for the game against Olivet. The juniors cheer on their team from the bleachers at the pep assembly held last Friday. Each class was assigned a class color and class sport for the week. Being Prepared Homecoming activities took place all week last week, culminating in a spirit assembly Friday afternoon. Here the sophomores chant and cheer. z An informative and free seminar, “BEING PREPARED” will provide valuable information on rules and regulations for financing long-term/ nursing care, and benefits of prearranging funeral services. This seminar is open to the public. ~ Guest Speakers ~ “A Guide to Medicaid and Long-term/Nursing Home Care’ presented by Attorney Robert Longstreet of Siegel, Hudson, Gee & Longstreet, LLP and “Funeral Prearranging Attorney Robert Longstreet presented by Sue LaJoye of Wren Funeral Home and Maple Valley Chapel Sponsored by: Wren Funeral Home, Maple Valley Chapel and Siegel, Hudson, Gee & Longstreet LLP Family Service Representative Sue LaJoye Date: Tuesday, March 6, 2001 Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Place: Wren Funeral Home 1401 N. Broadway, Hastings For reservations, call 945-2471 Refreshments will be served The sophomore girls give karaoke a try at the assembly last Friday. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 27, 2001 - Page 7 TANNING •4 *15 *25 $40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) - California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available Two first grade classes at Fuller Elementary got a chance to learn more about weather last week when meteorologist Andy Provenzano from Channel 10 came to talk to stu- the weather and weather safety, Provenzano took a picture of the classes by the mobile weather lab and broadcast the picture on the six o'clock and eleven o'clock news. ...to the Vermontville Fire Department for trying to save my bird. I greatly appreciate it! A special thanks to Clayton for bringing my bird home! Subscribe Today! Get all the news of the county. closest to the sun in the winter and the farthest from the sun in the sum­ mer. He said that though one would think the oppo­ site would be true, it is the way the earth is tilted to­ ward the sun that makes the most difference. Though the earth is closer to the sun in the winter it is tilted away and does not get the direct rays. The di­ rect rays are what makes the days longer and hotter. The meteorolgist also told the children about how weather patterns change, the seasons, and how he does his job at Channel 10. "My job is. to look at weather maps and predict what I think will happen in the next couple of days," he said. Provenzano also talked about weather safety, and, told the kids the safest place in the house is the basement first, and then the middle of the house in the smallest room. "You want to put as many walls between you and the bad weather as you can," he told them. He then opened up the discussion for questions. One girl asked how rainbo'ws are made, and said she could make them by turning on her sprinkler on a sunny day. After the talk, the chil- Sports Historical Government Ann Landers The Hastings Banner ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8 am-7 pm: Sat. 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • Meteorologist Andy Provenzano, from Channel 10, shows the students what happens when a hot and cold front collide. 852-1757 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com ReALTOR‘l MLS, Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HWIS’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar’ GRI Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)........................................................................... 852-5066 IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, ’Combo”, 1st floor laundry, fenced VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story dog run, quiet setting, close to home, ’TUdor” style exterior, open park. Call Jerry for more details or (N-116) floor plan, den w/fireplace, first appointment to see! floor laundry, back yard nicely Because of landscaped w/waterfalls. recenf’SOLDS" and Call Jerry. (V-104) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRESI Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof fit furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) Pending Transactions we are in need of ’LIST­ INGS"! Call us today if you have property or a home to seill ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN «T RENT UP BE YOUR OWN BOSSI IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 fit has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front fit rear stairs. Call Homer for more details fit Appointment to see. (N-117) (N-117) And More! STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity! I Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own busi­ ness. (V-113) 945-9554 • • • • was highly anticipated by the students, as they had been studying the weather for their studies for the past couple of weeks. We care about how you look at... CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMSII Some parcels are ’wooded” range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for k, more details. (VL-107/112) 2 story home with mature shade trees, large comer lot live down­ stairs fir rent upstairs. TVvo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim fit pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-118) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE Perked fit surveyed, ideal for manufactured home. Some trees, close to town. All this for just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) NEW LISTING! NASHVILLE 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air fit water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-119). �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 27, 2001 - Page 8 Fuller Kids’ Carnival draws 300-400 people BWr Clowns entertain the crowd at the carnival. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Between 300 and 400 families enjoyed the Fuller Elementary School Kids' Carnival a week ago Sat- urday (Feb. 17). Organizer and co-chair of the event Janice Dixon said the turnout for the event was one of the best the PTO has seen for the D og House & Pe Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request_ ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery — Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, ft Groomer Vermontville, MI 49096 Phyllis Manning paints Alex Reid's face at the carnival. 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 carnival, which they have held for several years now. The event included games in the Fuller class­ rooms for various aged children, cake walks, the space walk for kids to jump around in, clowns, balloons and refreshments. Dixon said that the PTO thought the heavy turnout had something to do with the carnival date being switched to the winter time this year instead of the spring. "This is one of the 1040. That's a lot of weight to carry on your shoulders. ► Trying to do your own taxes is quite a burden. Fortunately, we do it for a living to make sure you get everything you have coming. And to help lighten your load. H&R BLOCK 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 biggest turnouts we have had, and I think this has to do with the fact that we held it in February this year... there is not much else to do in the middle of winter," said Dixon. Dixon co-chaired the event with MaryAnn Curth, and she said the whole PTO had a hand in making the day a success. "We had approximately $2,300 in sales... we had purchased a cotton candy machine and 15 to 20 new games for the event, so a lot of the money we make just goes back into the event and future PTO events." . Dixon said the carnival was not created to be a money maker, but a way to thank all the parents and teachers and students for their participation in PTO activities throughout the year. Upon arriving at the school, the children p purchased tickets which they used at the games and concession booths. When they won the games, they received different colored tickets to cash in at the prize room. "We were all very pleased with the event. It went off so well because of everyone's efforts in­ cluding our many spon­ sors," said Dixon. Kallis Osborn, 16 months, gets into the winter carnival spirit at Fuller Elementary last week. 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 - EARN $9.65 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held March 7 through March 23 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $10.65 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by February 28 at: Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 cQFornapple ornappe �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, February 27,2001 - Page 9 Subscribe to the... Krystal Root (2) makes a set at the net for Jenny Mansfield (17) or Christy Cook (16). (Photo by Perry Hardin) TOP RIGHT: Jenny Mansfield (17) leaps into the air to bring down a spike in last Wednesday's SMAA match against Webberville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley's varsity spikers won against Webberville last Wednesday to earn its second SMAA victory of the winter season. The Lady Lions won by scores of 15-6, 11-15 and 15-4 to improve its mark to 2-5 in the league. Miranda Farr led the team with 13 service points. In service aces, Christy Cook and Jenny Mansfield each had 3. Maple Valley's varsity spikers defeated Webberville in a league match last week thanks in part to powerful spikes like this one from Camille Wieland (27). (Photo by Perry Hardin) MODEL LIQUIDATION Jenny Mansfield had 7 kills and Sam Curtis added 4 kills. Jenny Mansfield managed 9 blocks. Jessie Grant and Jessica Mansfield each made 6 digs. And Krystal Root dished out 13 assists. OFFICE MANAGER NEEDED The Village of Nashville will be accepting applications for an office manager for Village Hall. The current start­ ing salary is $346.85 per week. Job descriptions are available at Village Hall. The deadline for submitting applications is March 2, 2001. The village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. All resumes shall be held on file for one year and shall only be returned to the applicant at their request. All resumes and applications will become the property of the Village and will be public information unless otherwise requested. Applications are available at the Nashville Village office at 206 N. Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Maple Grove Township Board of Review Maple Grove Township Board of Review will meet at Maple Grove Township Hall, 721 S. M-66, Nashville, Mich, on the following dates: March 6, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. to review the assessment roll for 2001 and organize. March 12: from 9 a.m.-12 noon and from 6 p.m.-9 p.m.; March 13: 9 a.m. - 12 noon and from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. to hear protests. RATIO MULTIPLIERS AGRICULTURAL.......... 42.25% ...1.823 RESIDENTIAL.............. 43.74% 1.1431 COMMERCIAL.............. 38.33% 1.3045 The township will provide necessary reason­ able services to individuals with disabilities, with 10 days notice. Contact: Rod Crothers 8105 Barryville Rd., Nashville, Ml 616-758-3596 Area woman to face animal cruelty charges Three dogs and two cats were confiscated from an Evart Road home in Maple Grove Township Feb. 15 by the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police, which is seeking two mis­ demeanor counts of cruelty to animals due to neglect against the 38-year-old owner. Trooper Scott Sharrar said the animals were malnourished and dehy­ drated when he took them from the woman's home using a search warrant. "I went there to check for a fugitive with a war­ rant and he wasn't there," said Sharrar. "But I noticed that the two dogs outside were neglected. One was caught up in its chain and I found the remains of an­ other dog behind the house." Sharrar said he could see another animal inside the house. "So I got a search war­ rant to go and take the an­ imals," he said. The animals were turned over to Barry County Ani­ mal Control and were treated by a veterinarian, Sharrar said. Charges are pending. HUGE SAVINGS 3BR/2BA (1050 s/f) from 255/mo. 4BR/2BA (1568 s/f) from 310/mo. 5BR/2BA (2016 s/f) from 385/mo. Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. Barry Cnty Homes: 945-8997 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 N. MAIN STREET within said Village on March 12, 2001 For the purpose of voting for the election of the following officers, VIZ: (1) Village President -1 year term (1) Village Trustee -1 year term (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 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 27, 2001 - Page 10 Eagles make last run, beat Lions Lion Darin Thrun (22) alters a shot around the arm of an Eagle defender. (Photo by Perry Hardin) | Road Runners/ \',\ ; Live Music Friday & Saturday Nights Starting at 9:30 pm III W ~ FULL MENU ~ 1 y il Pool Tournament Every Wednesday Night /// Starts at 7 p.m. ffl I 177 S. Main St., Vermontville, MI 49096 vA (517) 726-1043 VX I* Maple Valley's Eric Goris (52) releases a fade away jumper as two Olivet -defenders get in position. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Trailing by 10 points at half 41-31, Maple Valley came out firing in the third quarter and actually went ahead of a talented Olivet team with an impressive 18­ 6 run. When You Can Pay This Little Why Settle For Anything Less? LT133 Lown Tractor Now you can mow your • 13-hp overhead-valve engine whole lot for very little. • 5-speed, shift-on-the-go transmission • 38-inch mower deck How so? With a premium • Over 9 attachments available John Deere tractor, featuring 0HlY$38PtRM0MTH* a fully welded frame and overhead-valve engine. Or perhaps an easy- starting genuine John Deere walk-behind mower is more your pace. Either way, you get a whole lot of quality for a whole lot less than you JS60 Walk-Behind Mower •6-hp engine probably expected to pay • Push type for a John Deere. Plus, • Mulch cover and side-discharge chute standard, bagger optional 90 days Same-As-Cash.* Come on; you owe it to OHLY $299 yourself. Don’t settle for a lesser brand or an older model. See your John Deere dealer today (offers end 1438GS Sabre" Lown Tractor • 14.5-hp overhead-valve engine July 4, 2001). Besides, • 5-speed, shift-on-the-go transmission anything less than the •38-inch mower deck reassuring green means only $1,459 Nothing you're just settling. Runs Like Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; [ Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 www.deere.cdm Lion Darin Thrun (22) alters a shot around the arm of an Eagle defender. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Stop in for Spring Wheel Deals American Racing and Ultra — All Kinds of Wheels Available — • Tune Ups • Oil Changes • Mechanic on Duty • Struts • Shocks • Brakes • Mufflers • Batteries NEXTEL 945-9526 •O•Offers i end July 4,2001. ,. Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Revolving Plan,, for non-commercial use.. If the balance is not paid in full by the end of the Same-As-Cash promotional period, interest will be assessed from the original dale of purchase at 19.8 percent APR with a $0.50 per month minimum. Other Othe special rates and terms may be available including installment financing and financing for commercial use. Available at participating dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. WE FEATURE efeature... ftofraine 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, MI 48849 05 m66tire@voyager.net • www.m66.com A Deere® Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) John Deere But the Eagles still had a run of their own left and out-scored the Lions 16-6 during the fourth quarter to pull out a 63-55 victory at Maple Valley High School last Friday night in front of a large and energetic homecoming crowd. The victory improved Olivet to 10-3 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association and 12-5 overall. Maple Valley slipped to 11-7 overall and 7-6 in the league standings. Dansville leads the SMAA with a league mark of 12-1 and an overall record of 16-1. The Lions received a team-high 17 markers from Nick Jones, 14 points from Devin Phenix and .8 points from Eric Goris. Olivet received 17 points from Aaron Hoekje, 15 markers from Dustin Kent and 14 points from George Kirby. A couple of costly turnovers, down the stretch, hurt Maple Valley's hopes of springing the SMAA upset. Olivet's final six points all came from the free throw line. Maple Valley's final two regular season games this’ week will both be on the road. The Lions trek to Springport Tuesday, Feb. 27 and head to Webberville Friday, March 2. PLUMBING REPAIR No drip too small 5 years experience Call 1-517-852-1735 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 27,2001 - Page 11 Middle school wrestlers racking up wins The Maple Valley Junior High wrestling team traveled to Olivet Feb. 5 for its first tri-match of the season against Potterville and Olivet. Maple Valley won 14 matches with Olivet and Potterville each winning three. Winners were Andrew Gaber (one pin at 105), Eric Totten (one pin at 117), Ryan Moore (one decision at 117), Keith Lackscheide (one decision at 118), Ben Boss (three pins at 122), Chris Morris (two pins at 136) , Chad Tait (one pin at 137) , Matt Conklin (one pin at 144), Eric Turner (two pins at 208), and Michael James (one pin at heavyweight). On Feb. 14, the Lions traveled to Springport for an invitational tournament. Maple Valley won 15 times, Springport and Jonesville each had eight victories and Homer had one win. Two adults suspected in Nashville arson Charges are pending against two adults sus­ pected of setting a fire Oct. 9 that destroyed a $44,000 house at 211 Queen St. in Nashville, according to a press re­ lease from the Nashville Police Department. Officer Jeff Miller said the male and female sus­ pects are related and that the female suspect was a resident of the home at the Synopsis of Meeting Castleton Twp. Board Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD February 7, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were present. Seven people were in attendance from the public. Minutes were approved. Amended the budget. Treasurer's report was accepted. Bills in the amount of 7191.68 were approved for payment. Jerry Reese presented infor­ mation on the cemetery pro­ gram. The cemetery committee gave a report on the upgrading of the policies and fees. Voted to purchase office furni­ ture. Voted to participate in the Thornapple River Watershed Project. Committee reports were given. Voted a 3.2% increase in Triumphs came from Levi Andler (one pin at 103), Ryan Moore (one pin and one decision at 117), Joe Desrochers (two decisions at wages. Correspondence was dis­ cussed. Public comment was heard. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor time of the fire. Neither suspect, how­ ever, currently lives in Barry County, but both are living in Michigan, said Miller. "The State Fire Mar­ shal's official report is that it's undetermined, but we have come across other circumstances that raised it to a suspicious Ere,” said Miller. He said he had heard comments about the fire having been intentionally set, which led to his inves­ tigation. Miller has requested one charge each of arson, con­ spiracy to commit arson and conspiracy to commit insurance fraud . He declined to comment on how the fire was al­ legedly set and charges are pending at the Barry County Prosecutor's office. 120), Ben Boss (two pins at 122), Chris Morris (two pins at 136), Matt Conklin (one pin and one decision at 144) and Michael James (two pins at heavyweight). Williamston sponsored a tournament Feb. 16. Maple Valley had four teams that won 20 times. Portland collected four wins, Haslett three and Perry one. Winners for Maple Valley were Andrew Gaber (one decision at 105), Kevin Fassett (one pin at 113), Ryan Moore (three pins at 117), Keith Lackscheide (three pins at 118), Joe Desrochers (three pins at 120), Ben Boss (three pins at 122), Chris Morris (one pin at 136), Matt Conklin (two pins at 144) and Michael James (two pins and one decision at heavyweight). Maple Valley's matmen hosted Leslie and Dansville on Feb. 22. Maple Valley defeated Leslie 53-12 and Dansville 69-0. Posting victories for Valley were Tyler Greenfield (two by technical falls at 80), Laura Trumble (one pin at 95), Levi Andler (one pin at 103), Andrew Gaber (one pin at 105), Kevin Fassett (two pins at 113), Ryan Moore (one pin at 117), Keith Lackscheide (one pin at 118), Joe Desrochers (one pin at 120), Ben Boss (two pins at 122), Chris Morris (one pin at 136), Chad Tait (two pins at 137), Matt Conklin (three pins at 144) and Michael James (one pin at heavyweight). Lions advance to wrestling regional Seven wrestlers from the Maple Valley team got through districts Feb. 17 to qualify for regional action Feb. 24. Two wrestlers — Randy Silsbee and Jeff Rhoades — scored second place finishes at the individual district held at Bellevue High School. Silsbee (40-3) lost in the finals at 130 to Ben Learned of Springport. Rhoades (29­ 3) lost 7-4 at 152 to Fulton's David Winsor. Two others — Brandon Brooke and Jason Silsbee — scored third place finishes. Brooke (18-4) wrestled at 125 and Silsbee (34-11) at 171. The other three Lions' qualifiers — Mark Shoemaker, Josh Grasman and Ben Swan, ended up with fourth place finishes. Shoemaker wrestled at 103, Grasman at 189 and Swan at 275. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies ADVANTAGE 24 MONTH IRA CD WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. 5.99% ., Matthew D. Ewing Owner 24-Month GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY IRA CD Hastings City Bank can help you plan your future. We have the products and know-how to help you start a solid retirement plan or strengthen an existing one. The new Advantage IRA CD offers: • Great Fixed Rate - lock into a guaranteed rate of 5.86% with 5.99% APY. • Add to the CD anytime - flexibility to make deposits - minimum amount of $250 - any time. • FDIC Insured - your deposits are backed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to $100,000. • Tax Benefits - your IRA may offer valuable tax benefits come April 15th. Estimates Available To take advantage of a great rate, flexibility and security, contact or call any Hastings City Bank today. (517) 726-0088 MEMBER Consult your tax advisor regarding yourpersonal tax situation. Annual Percentage Yield is accurate as ofFebruary 21, 2001. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE FDIC Early withdrawalpenalties may apply. No early withdrawalpenaltyfor IRS-qualified disbursements. Advantage IRA CD requires $2000 opening deposit. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 27,2001 - Page 12 Local club members observe FFA Week Maple Valley FFA members took part in games at the high school during lunch This year’s delegation to the National FFA convention from Maple Valley High School. Shownhere are (from left) Ashley Fox, Jeremy Dunn, Melinda Powers, Donna Cripe, Jessica Chaffee and Matt Joppie. Members of the Maple Valley chapter of the FFA TAXES • TAXES nation celebrated by playing games, asking trivia ques­ tions, and other activities. FFA Week is a time for chapters to help promote high school agricultural edu­ cation, and show how stu­ dents are successful in the field. The Maple Valley FFA celebrated this year during the lunch periods, having activities such as hay bale toss, nut and bolt guessing, sack race, bean bag toss, During this week FFA Chapters from all across the FFA observed National Week Feb. 17-24. periods. • TAXES • TAXES * RL Hill Tax Service ; w Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville 5 m hi Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business c 73* NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad J" s V) 1-800-870-7085 7 Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience . TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES Great for Burgers & Meatloaf Cut, Trimmed N.Y. Strip Steak wheel barrow race, dress relay, FFA questions and Teacher Appreciation Day. More information about FFA and FFA Week is avail­ able by calling the local FFA chapter or visiting the web page at www.ffa.org. The FFA promotes premier lead­ ership, personal growth, career success, citizenship, volunteerism, patriotism and cooperation. FFA Week is held during George Washington’s birthday to Stew Meat Ground Hamburger i . Lb. > Tii Lb. $22’Lb Crab Legs Lobster Flakes 8 oz. i 69 Taystee Split Top Bread Fruit Beverage, 18.5 oz. Bareman’s 16 oz. Sm. Curd, With Vitamin A, C, E, B1, B6 16 oz. Wishbone Italian, Lg. Curd, Lowfat Sweet-n-Spicy, French Doritos 12 oz. vs sunny Delight Bareman’s Gallon ag«r I Hudsonville Asst. Flavors Kellogg’s 20 oz. Raisin Bran Kellogg’s 15 oz. 6 Pack Frosted S,C_ 9 __9 Klondike Flakes Bars Pork Chops yy $9991 * 1! Lb. Semi Boneless Htim Red & Green Seedless Grapes Head Dressing $jg99 Lettuce 3 lb. Tub * Reg. $1.89 Parade •ee $A49 $ ZA Cream Z w* Spread ' Lb. Lb. W Whole Milk Crab Flakes Loin Roast | Spare Ribs Lb. Trans Ocean Imitation 12 oz. Pork Country Style Pork Chops Smoked .w L b. Center Cut recognize his leadership and contributions to American culture. So far this year the Maple Valley FFA chapter has been very active. Members have held a donkey basketball tournament, attended the national FFA convention in Louisville, Ky., and held their annual fruit sale. They have also participated in leadership contests and the state poultry improvement contest. sale le Stuffed Crust Tombstone Pizza zza 1 । no ’1°3 ™ ea. Campbell’s California Cream off Tomatoes Chicken, Cream off 5 lb. Bag Mushroom, Idaho Cream off Celery OSPea. OSPea. Potatoes k»S!S* SSSSSSSSSS3 12 Pack Pepsi 1 2 Liter Pepsiii plus dep. pl Vermontville Grocery «Pheo,nS7eo Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday J SSSSSSSSSSSmSSSSSSSSSSSSmSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSK^SSSgSRSSSsSSffgg � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-03-06.pdf 7cba3a15a85aef2ea7a8fb644726d081 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC L1BRA&Y 121 S CHURCH SV HASTINGS Ml 49O5L1«3 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 10/March 6, 2001 One Nashville Village Council seat contested by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Five seats are open in this year's Nashville Vil­ lage Council elections Monday, March 12, but only one seat is contested. Carroll Wolff, current village president is running for the one year term of president. Bonnie White, Mike Beachnau, (a one-year term) Frank Dunham and Steve Wheeler's seats are up for re-election. Dunham is running again for his two-year seat, along with newcomer Ralph Kirk. That leaves one two-year seat open. Steve Wheeler is run­ ning for the one-year term, along with former Village President Gary White, in the only contested race. Both candidates were asked four questions for the upcoming election. They were: Do you agree with the village's recent decision to go for the $3 million water project and what do you think the vil­ lage need to do to make the project happen? What do you feel is the most pressing issue facing the village besides the water project? What if any changes would you like to see in the village? And why should the people vote for you? Wheeler is owner of Wheeler's Marine Service in the village and is finish­ ing up his third year on the Steve Wheeler council. He answered in regards to the water project, "We have gone for the larger Rain forest animals come to Fuller School by Shawna Hubbarth Mike Kohlrieser holds one of the exotic birds in his rain forest show. Staff Writer "Live on Stage, The Rain Forest" came to Fuller Elementary last week, giving students a chance to see exotic birds, alligators and monkeys. The show came about after director and founder Mike Kohlrieser, who had a background in animal training, became increas­ ingly aware of the problems facing the tropical rain forests. Using his background as an animal trainer and stage performer, Kohlrieser set about to create a show to educate young and old alike about the animals and habitat facing possible extinction. Kohlrieser talked to the children about the different animals in a rain forest and noted that none of the animals he had in the show were taken from their natural habitat. He brought out many different animals, among them birds, snakes, alligators, jungle cats and the children's favorite a monkey who hugged him. He had one very brave girl, Jennifer Kent, come up from the audience and allow a huge snake to be drapped around her neck. The show also was held at night time for the general public last Tuesday (Feb. 27). Gary White project, and I feel it was the best move... if you look at what had to be done in terms of redoing the infras­ tructure and repairing the system this should proba­ bly take care of our needs for 20-30 years. We proba- bly got more mileage out of our system than was it was intended for." (Most pressing issue) ..."General infrastructure seems to be the most pressing issue... this is a pretty old village, building wise, and we have been on a pretty good replacement and repairing schedule for the streets and infrastruc­ ture. I think we have a lit­ tle catching up to do, but we are on a pretty good ro­ tation with that and it should keep us pretty well on track. "In terms of emergency services we have a pretty good group of volunteers with the fire department and EMS, and we are very lucky to have them. It gets a little tougher every year, they are required to know more and spend more time... maybe in the future we might .have to look, at having a couple full time positions there." (Changes he would like to see in the village) "It would be nice if we had more people willing to serve on zoning and plan­ ning boards and the coun­ cil itself... we have pretty good people on the library and cemetery boards and I think the garden club, which is new in the village will be an asset to the community. In general, I would like to see more people get involved, and not just when there is a problem." (Why vote for you?) "I try to keep an open mind on things and listen to people. I think I try to lis­ ten to people and do what's best for the village." See council seat, pg. 9 Local Lions Clubs members prepare for Rose Day by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville and Ver­ montville Lions Clubs are trying a new fund-raiser this year, called Rose Day. Until April 6, anyone can order a dozen roses delivered, and in a gift box for $15 from any Lions member. The red, pink and white long stemmed roses will be delivered April 21 in the nine-county sur­ rounding area. "This is the first time do­ ing this club project," said Nashville Rose Day Chairman Dave Mace. “It is our goal for each club to sell one hundred doezen roses.” - Dave Mace, Rose Day Chmn. "Hastings did it last year and they convinced us to give it a- try. They said it went really well." Chairman in Vermontville is Bill Mason. Mace said that both groups' money raised in this and other fund-raisers goes to state and local charities. Mace said many West Michigan clubs have been participating in the day. He said the Lions mem­ bers will be the ones de­ livering the roses. "They can be ordered from any Lions member," said Mace. "It is our goal for each club to sell one hundred dozen roses." "It's a good way to show someone you care and to help out with fund-raising for worthy charities," he said. Any person can also call (616) 852-0845 to order roses if they do not know a Lions member. Two area juveniles caught stealing from buses Two Nashville juveniles were apprehended by the Nashville Police Depart­ ment after being suspected of stealing from buses at the Maple Valley bus garage. In a press release, offi­ cer Jeff Miller said that larceny was occurring at the bus garage for a couple of weeks, so he and officer Bill Gutschke conducted surveillance on the garage for three nights before ap­ prehending two youths March I. Both youths are from Nashville, one is 14 years old and the other 15. Miller stated that three Motorola two-way radios which had been stolen from the buses were re­ covered from one of the suspect's residence. Miller said investigation continues and the incident will be turned over to the Barry County Juvenile Courts. In This Issue... • Jennifer Whitmore was friend to people, animals • Animal cruelty charges not filed against Charlotte homeowner • Jr. high matmen continue to win at Portland Invitational • Maple Valley PRIDE winners announced �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 6, 2001 - Page 2 Jennifer Whitmore was friend to people, animals by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Jennifer Whitmore never met an animal she did not want to take care of or a friend she could not cheer up. She was the kind of girl, her parents said, who al­ ways lent an ear, and a shoulder to lean on to her family and friends. Now family and friends are leaning on each other in the aftermath of the car crash in Charlotte that took Jennifer's life two weeks ago. Seventeen-year-old Jen­ nifer was a life long Ver­ montville resident and a junior at Maple Valley High School. She leaves behind her parents, Kim and Barbara, a brother Jason, and many family members and friends. "She lived here her whole life," said her fa­ ther, Kim. "She was the kind of girl where people would call her for advice, and she loved to help them, to counsel them, but she would never repeat what they had told her... she was very trustworthy." When she was a little girl, her parents used to call her Shirley Temple. "She looked just like her with the blue green eyes and curly blond hair... she had a good sense of hu­ mor, and she had a smile for everyone. If someone was having a bad day, she made sure to try to turn it around for them and cheer them up." Jennifer had a heart for animals — especially hurt or neglected ones, say her parents. She had one dog, "but she would have many more pets if I would have let her," her dad said with a smile. "She never met a stray cat that she did not want to keep," said Kim. "I re­ member one time when she was little and the dog got a chipmunk and it was half dead... she tried to rescue it and bring it into the house... she liked horses and I used to raise some calves and she liked Jennifer Whitmore There’s a them too... there isn't any animal she didn't love." Jennifer, her parents said, was like a lot of girls her age. She loved popular music — her bedroom is adorned with pictures of favorite bands and movie stars. She loved to hang out with her friends and cousins and play on the computer. She loved sports like volleyball softball, and was learning to snow­ board this winter. She wanted to be an actress, but more practically and perhaps appropriately, she wanted to be a counselor. One of her more exciting moments came, her par­ ents said, when she trav­ eled to Indiana and got to see the Hansons perform and meet the band. "She was so excited about meeting them she did not sleep all night," remembers her mom. While she was like most other girls her age, she was her own person too, they said. "We were always so proud of her because she never believed in taking drugs or drinking," Barbara said. better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number or from STAN TRUMBLE a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 iAuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business T^NoProb&An PpjDfifill? "She was always on the honor roll... she was the kind of daughter who just never gave us any trou­ ble," said Kim. "She was stubborn like me when she believed in something, though, when she really thought she was right. She did not like prejudice. She did not like it when some­ times foreign exchange students were picked on at the school." It was her ability to care for and help those who needed help that made her who she was, said her fa­ ther. "I remember when I was blinded temporarily be­ cause a battery blew up in my face at work," said Kim. "I had bandages on both of my eyes and she was just a little girl, but she stuck by my side and guided me around to things and helped me around the house... that meant a lot to me... she was just a really caring person and could sense if someone needed her help or encourage­ ment." Jennifer was quite close to her family, especially her brother, her cousins (who were some of her best girl friends) and her grandparents. Jennifer had many friends at school, her parents said, and many of them have talked to them personally about how Jennifer had touched their lives. Most os receny recently in n scoo school , she had fun playing in the pqwder puff game for fall homecoming and she had begun tanning in anticipa­ tion of going to prom this year with many of her friends. "She wasn't a re ally dress-up sort of girl," said Kim, "But she had fun go­ ing to a formal dance with her cousins recently, and she was really looking forward to going to prom." Her parents had bought her a bright red Berretta and surprised her with it after she got her license last year. "She was excited about driving, it had a nice stereo and she thought it was pretty cool." "I get a lot of peace in the fact that a lot of teenager's go through some rough years, and she never really did...she had such a short time here but she has had 17 really good years...they say everything happens for a reason but I just don't know the reason for this.." said Kim. The Whitmore's are circulating petitions for people to sign and send into State Representative Susan Tabor that call for safety measures to be put in where Jennifer was killed in the car accident. Specifically, they are requesting a traffic light, lower speed limit and highway markings on the stretch of M-50 in front of the Charlotte Meijers store. "The turn lane is not marked properly, and the speed limit in front of the store is 55 mph," said Kim. It is a bad place to be turning because it is sandwiched in between two exit ramps," he explained. "We would like to get something done there before anyone else is hurt." At Jennifer's funeral, there was seating for 450 people and there were people standing in the back, and .outside, for the service. "The (Maple Valley) choir performed at the funeral and they did such a great job," said Kim. "And her friends went up and talked about her person­ ally, and one read a See Vihitmore, pg. 4 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 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...... ........... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ol M-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School .................9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service 45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC USON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ........ 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ..............................7 p.m. Comer 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 REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School. A.M. Service..... P.M. Service.... ............... 10 .......... 11:15 ................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship 11 a.m. Church School ............... -.10 a.m. Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. .11a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Senrice ......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Senrice ...................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class............................ 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School. W.orship............. 0 a.m. 1 a.m’ PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9.15 am. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more informalion call 795-2370 or Rev. David I Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all senrices. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 6, 2001 - Page 3 Connie Lorraine Darling Joseph E. Hines-----------------SUNFIELD - Joseph E. Hines, of Sunfield, looked upon the face of God after a short stay in Pennock Hospital. He passed away Sunday, Feb. 25, 2001 at the age of 65. He was bom on July 25, 1935 in Penrose, Colorado, moving to Sunfield, MI at age 8, the son of William Birden and Gladys (Clayton) Hines. Joe spent most of his life working construction. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served a tour in Germany. He lived on Eaton Highway with his brother, Roy Hines for the past cou­ ple ofyears. Joe loved hunting and fishing and pursued these activities extensively after moving back to Michigan. Joe attended Sunfield schools. He was on a soccer team touring Italy, France and Switzerland, receiving a knee injury ended the sport and position on the team, he was a goalie. Joe coached his nephew Bobby and taught him much about the sport, on coming out ofthe Army. He worked at Clay Products and Oldsmobile before going out west. He enjoyed going to a special niece, Penny Joes for dinner, and shooting pool in her rec room, Joe was also on his brother Roy’s fast pitch softball team, playing first base. His twin brother, Jim, was also on the team. Joe liked the out ofdoors, he was a free spirit, we like to think his spirit is with us helping brother Roy with his gardening, Delmer, a nephew was called on often to attend to T.V and VC.R. adjustments. Joe’s love for his only sis­ ter, Monieta, was very evi­ dent, going often next door for coffee and quiet times and special talks. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys (Hines) Gragg, father, William B. Hines Sr., three brothers, Harold, (twin brother to Roy), William B. Jr., and twin brother James Hines. Surviving are sister, Monieta and brother-in-law, Forest England and brothers, Roy Hines, both of Sunfield, and brother, Vernon Hines of Grand Rapids and sister­ in-law, Maxine Hines of Sunfield, as well as many nieces and nephews, step­ children and friends. Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Friday, March 2, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield, Michigan with Pastor Darrel Bosworth officiating. Inter­ ment followed the services at the Funeral Home in Sunfield Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bob Hines, Delmer and Jeremy Farrell and Mathew Eng­ land, Mike Salas, Dick Farrin. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made in care ofthe family. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. two grandsons, Matthew Lee Parkinson of Rochester Hills and Michael Lee Parkinson of Mt. Pleasant; one great granddaughter, Meghan Ann Parkinson; one brother, Patrick Hager of Vermontville and one sister, Phyllis Kilpatrick of Vermontville. She was preceded in death by husbands, Chester T. Parkinson and Jerry E. Stair. At Mrs. Stair’s request, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to the East Lansing Health Care Center Activities Fund. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. June Parkinson EAST LANSING - June Parkinson Stair, age 93, of East Lansing, formerly of Charlotte, died Friday, Feb. 23, 2001 at the East Lansing Health Care Center after an extended illness. Mrs. Stair was bom June 1, 1907 in Vermontville, MI the daughter of Roy and Cora (Chatfield) Hager and a was graduate of Vermontville High School. She had been employed as an assistant secretary/treasurer for the Borg-Warner Corp, in Auburn, IN from where she retired with 33 years of service. While in Charlotte she had attended the Lawrence Ave. United Methodist Church. Survivors include her son, William L. (Shirley K) Parkinson of Cadillac, MI; HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twlllte 4-6 pm dally $4.00 Kids 5 Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $4.75 with Student ID $5.00 Late Shows Frl 5 Sat Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills > .25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View ■ HOWS AND SNOWTIMES GOOP 3/2 - 3/8| Helen S. Eastman SUNFIELD - Mrs. Helen S. Eastman passed away Sunday, Feb. 25, 2001 at Ingham Regional Medical Center Greenlawn Campus in Lansing at the age of 90. Helen was born Sept. 20, 1910 in Illinois, daughter of Sherman and Sadie (Wood) Everett. Helen married Lennis Eastman, Dec. 24, 1929; Lennis passed away June 25, 1993. Mrs. Eastman was also preceded in death by her mother and father, a sister, Frances Everett, son, Raymond Eastman, and a daughter, Judy Eastman. She is survived by four children, Bruce (Jeanne) Eastman ofOscoda, Howard (Ruth) Eastman of Sunfield, Lorna (Jim) Lickert of Florida, and David Eastman of Sunfield, 15 grandchil- dren, 36 great grandchil­ dren, and seven great great grandchildren, a sister, Lois Jackson of Marquette and a sister-in-law, Hilda Everett of Lake Odessa, several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 1, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Pastor Jerry Polk of Sebewa Church of God officiated. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the building fund at Sebewa Church of God in memory of Mrs. Eastman. For more information www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. SOUTH LYON - Connie Lorraine Darling, age 60, of South Lyon, Michigan, died Friday, March 2, 2001. Mrs. Darling was bom April 21, 1940, in Vermontville, Michigan, the daughter of Thomas and Eloise (Hadden) Seitz. She is survived by her husband, Frank Darling, of South Lyon, son Thomas (Kris) Darling; daug 1:25, 4:00, 6:40, 9:10 ©SEE SPOT RUN (PG) OIGITAI/STAOIUM SEATIIS 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 HANNIBAL (R) 1:35, 4:10, 6:50, 9:20 ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT (PG-13) 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 7:20, 9:30 VERMONTVILLE - Ina E. Shumaker, age 88, of Vermontville, died Friday, March 2, 2001 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Mrs. Shumaker was bom on Feb. 9, 1913 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of LeRoy and Viola Hoke. She was raised in the Grand Rapids area and attended local area schools. She was married to Gerald Shumaker on Nov. 25, 1931. She was employed at the Lake Odessa Canning Factory, Action Rod, and Hoover Ball Bearing in Charlotte, retiring in 1975. She was a member of Vermontville Bible Church. Mrs. Shumaker is sur­ vived by daughters, Kathleen (Victor) Doman of Traverse City, Carol (Richard) Landes of New Bus Maintenance Building on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 @ 3:00 p.m. local time. Bid documents may be obtained from Vermontville; son, Robert (Ollie) Shumaker of Vermontville and sister-in­ law, Ethel Hoke, Grand Rapids; several grand, great grand, and great great grandchildren. Preceding her in death was her husband, Gerald Shumaker; son, Junior Shumaker; brother, Earl Hoke; sister, Elaine Harmon; three grandchil- dren and one great grand­ child. Services were held Monday, March 5, 2001 at Vermontville Bible Church. Rev. Dan Smith officiated. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to Vermontville Bible Church. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Pred White— NASHVILLE - Mr. Fred White, age 98, of Nashville, died Saturday, March 3, 2001 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Respecting the families wishes, a private funeral ser­ vice has taken place. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MemberofGreaterLansingAssociation Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: HMS 852-9138 REALTOR' Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available MLS Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................ Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................... 852-5066 IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (Fi-116) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "Tlidor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 Be landscaped w/waterfalls. has basement. Apartments have Call Jerry. (V-104) separate utilities, front fie rear stairs. Call Homer for more details Be Appointment to see. (N-117) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity!! Two bedroom apartment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own busi­ ness-. (V-113) Maple Valley Schools 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 will be receiving SEALED BIDS for various trades for the construction of a Cemetery in Vermontville, Michigan. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the American Cancer. Society. Further information is available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Ina E. Schumaker ©THE MEXICAN (R) oisital/staoium seatiis Kim (Jim) Frisbie, both of Howell, Michigan; grand­ children, Tara and Nicole Darling and Mickey and Jamie Frisbie; and her moth­ er Eloise and step-father Lewis Link of Howell. Funeral services were held Monday, March 5,2001 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, Michigan. R. Raymond Rossell officiated. Interment was at Woodlawn NEW LISTING! NASHVILLE 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt., up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air 8r water heater, roof, 3 season ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN & RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot live down­ stairs Be rent upstairs. TWo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim Be pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (H-118) Because of recent"SOLDS" and Pending Transactions 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE we are in need of 'LIST- Perked Be surveyed, ideal for manufacINGS"! Call us today if tured home. Some trees, close to VACANT LAND town. All this for just $14,900. �The Maple Valley News NaehvMle. Tuesday. March 6. 2001 - Page 4 Mobile Dentist visits Fuller Elementary students Emily Wilber gets her teeth cleaned at Fuller Elementary last week. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer February was Children's Dental Health Month, and (he Mobile Dentist out of Farmington Hills came to the kids at Fuller Elemen- Ca// 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! tary last week The Mobile Dentist sets right up at the schools, said Deannc Wallavcrt, a registered dental hygenist, and is equipped to do ex* ams, sealants, cleaning. fluoride and x-rays. "It's a great program be­ cause it brings preventa­ tive dentistry right to the kids," she said. "The par­ ents do not have to miss work or worry about trans- Jennifer Whitmore, from page 2 poem. . it really meant a lot to us." They said teachers who had Jennifer as far back as third and fourth grade came to the funeral, and told them she had made a lasting impression on them. The whole area commu- nity has been incredibly supportive, her parents said. "The schools have been great and the whole com­ munity and her friends...We couldn't ask for more support than we have gotten. We just did not know people could care so much like this," said Barbara. Even with all the support the family has gotten in the past couple of weeks, her death, her parents said, has been an incredible shock to the family. "I was out to cat the other day at Old Country Buffet, and I saw so many little kids running around..." said Barbara. "They were so beautiful and I just wanted to tell their parents to love and hug them while they can because you really just never know when they will be taken." Patience is overrated ► When you’re expecting a refund, the last thing you want to do is wait longer than you have to. With Rapid Refund electronic filing, there's no faster way to get your refund with us. Then you can work on controlling your impulses. 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 portalion to the dentist" Wallavcrt said parents signed up for the visit be­ fore that day they came. "It is easy and conve­ nient for them," she said. "The cleaning is a thirty dollar charge, and we also accept insurance and Med­ icaid." Children visiting the dentist's chair patiently watched a video about dental care while they waited their turn. After having their teeth cleaned and an x-ray the kids left with a new tooth­ brush and stickers. Stephen Hudson gets a new toothbrush and stickers after his visit with the Mobile Dentist. Vermontville GFWC has busy month The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) Vermontville had a busy February, starting with the general meeting. Guest speakers were students from Maple Valley High School. Matt Thome and Christine Jackson were given the HOBY Award, sponsored by the GFWC Vermontville. A student receiving this award spends several days at MSU learning about leadership. Both students said they felt that this was an honor to attend and they will be able to use the skills learned in every role oftheir life. Joyce Rathburn, Sandy Haas and JocAnn Nchmcr recently attended Legislation Day at the Sheraton Inn, Lansing. Guest speakers were Lieutenant Governor Dick Posthumus; Leslie Hagen of the Prosecuting Attorneys Association; Mar­ tha Truscott, director of Michigan Woman’s Com­ mission; and James Craw­ ford, former mayor of Lansing. Youth grant dollars available in Eaton County The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of the Eaton County Community Foundation invites organiza­ tions to apply for a grant up to $500 to help start or expand special activities that build resources for youth in Eaton County. Grant applications must be received by March 30 for awarding in May. The dollars allocated must be used by Dec. 30, 2001. Projects and activities pro­ posed need to benefit youth. Projects involving youth in planning and implementa­ tion will be given priority. Call Mona Ellard at (517) [model liquidation - HUGE SAVINGS ~ 3BR/2BA (1050 s/f) from >255/mo 4BR/2BA (1568 s/f) from ’310/mo 5BR/2BA (2016 s/f) from ‘385/mo Borry County Homes: 945-8997 543-2310 or 372-5594 for an application or stop by the Eaton MSU Extension office and pick up an appli­ cation, 551 Courthouse Drive, Suite One, Charlotte. Club members popped com and donated $347.05 after expenses to the Revue Theater at the production of “Fiddler on the Roof,” which ran for two weeks The club for the Village of Vermontville and township study teams’ meeting pro­ vided refreshments. This group is open to the public for the development of the master plan for the future of the community. Election ofofficers for the upcoming year are as fol­ lows: President Mary Fisher, Vice President Elaine Rus­ sell, Second Vice President Sandy Haas, Recording Sec­ retary Madelyn Forest and Treasurer Eunice Borrelli. Invitations have been sent out for the Main Street Merchants Dinner March 15 at the Opera House. The next GFWC Vermontville meet­ ing was set for March 5 at the Methodist Church. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 6, 2001 - Page 5 COMMISSION ON AGING MEALS, EVENTS Lite Meals Wednesday, March 7 California Reuben spread, Rye Krisps, Spanish bean salad, plums. Thursday, March 8 Tuna pasta salad, sweet and sour carrots, fruit par­ fait. Friday, March 9 Turkey w/cheese, pita pocket, potato salad, man-, darin oranges. Monday, March 12 Peanut butter and jelly, English muffin, marinated vegetables, apricots. Tkiesday, March 13 Cold chicken thigh, pea and peanut salad, pineap­ ples, dinner roll. Booton-Laverty Robin Kay Booton and Jeffrey Paul Laverty were married Oct. 28th at St. John’s Catholic Church in Burlington, Iowa. Parents of the couple are Wendell and Connie Booton of Stronghurst, Ill. and Rus­ sell and Bonnie Laverty of Vermontville, Mich. The bride is a 2000 gradu­ ate of Western Illinois Uni­ versity, with a degree in Ag Business. She works for Firstar Bank in the commer­ cial lending department. The groom is a 1996 grad­ uate of Michigan State Uni­ versity, with a degree in Ag Business and will complete his MBA from St. Ambrose University in July of 2001. He works for Case Corpora­ tion as a manufacturing su­ pervisor. The couple honeymooned in Colorado and now make their home in LaHarpe, Ill. Engagements Beuhler-Stambaugh F®i F I, Ette up! 01 al M IM ifeapuith ■•^ toifontW F® Tifattffi I™ aftrlHKtb bK wiiHai p® \b® i ml ht Dr. and Mrs. Rick Buehler are proud to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter Keri Lynn to Kyle Neil Stambaugh. He is the son of Greg and Sally Stambaugh ofNashville, Mi. Keri will be a 2001 gradu- Hearty Meals Wednesday, March 7 Salisbury steak, mashed w/gravy, asparagus, dinner roll, cake. Thursday, March 8 Pepperoni pizza, green beans, spiced apples, tossed salad. Friday, March 9 Pork chop, stuffing w/gravy, broccoli, au-gratin, diced peaches, chocolate pudding. Monday, March 12 Oven fried chicken, baked beans, California blend, sea­ soned rice, fresh apple. Tkiesday, March 13 Chicken and pasta alfredo, winter squash, beets, fresh apple. Events Wednesday, March 7 Hastings, nails, crafts; Nashville social day; Woodland, Consumers issues, L.A.; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, March 8 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swimming. Friday, March 9 ‘Li’l Abner' production slated for March 15-18 The Maple Valley High School is hard at work on the musical "Li'l Abner." The musical will be directed by Pat Hansen. The story is about a hillbilly town of Dogpatch — deemed the most useless community in America. When it is chosen as a test site for Abombs, its colorful citizens take up a good fight with lots of fun and merriment. The musical is loaded with bouncy songs and joyous dance numbers, said Hansen. Show times are set for Thursday, Friday and Saturday (March 15, 16 and 17) at 7 p.m. and Sunday (March 18) at 3 p.m. in the high school auditorium, with tickets available at the door. Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, birthday party. Monday, March 12 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, noodle day; Woodland, noodle day; Delton, noodle day. Everyone bring your favorite noodle dish or recipe. Tuesday, March 13 Hastings, reading, kinship care, 7:00 p.m. COA; Nashville, puzzle day. 80th birthday party planned for Martha Jean. Simpson An 80th birthday celebra­ tion for Martha Jean Simp­ son will be held Saturday, March 10, 2001 from 2-5 p.m. at Faith Bible Church, 7455 N. Woodland Rd., Lake Odessa, MI 48849. Food and live music. Maple Valley Schools 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 will be receiving SEALED BIDS for various trades for the construction of a New Bus Maintenance Building on Wednesday, March 21,2001 @ 3:00 p.m. local time. Bid documents may be obtained from Jill Booher at Maple Valley Schools 517-852-9699 PLUMBING REPAIR No drip too small 5 years experience Call 1-517-852-1735 J® saifflj'rti’p PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: MM JJJSt^'illlifi' ■Mar- frjtUpriA m 51 agpittfc I Com- iitBiii)’ Io GsHitf®1'1’ L of ^ebb^-' fa foist kr» * 5udi Lfc 4(tfw fw*5 udi Lfc 4*55 4 L L •(’’Tfl J All real estate advertising in (his news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. ate and is employed at Mc­ Donald’s. Kyle is a 2000 graduate and is employed at Home­ town Lumber Co. A June 5 th wedding is be­ ing planned. Foster Care OAKVIEW AFC has open­ ings. Private & semi-private rooms starting at $900. Pri­ vate bath, family atmosphere, good location. Hast­ ings, (616)948-2352. Hall for Rent St. Edward’s Family Center In Lake Odessa Smoke Free / Air Conditioned Handicap Accessible Full Kitchen Ample Lighted Parking Reasonably Priced 300 Person Capacity Call Elaine Johnson (616) 374-0251 ^'astings City Bank can help you plan your future with the products and know-how to help you start a solid L retirement plan or strengthen an existing one. >• Self-directed IRAs — offering maximum investment flexibility and access to stocks, bonds and mutual funds. >• Professional Investment Management — for those seeking specialized advice and investment expertise. Randy Teegardin, CFP will work closely with you to tailor a program and investment plan that is based on your needs and goals. X- Estate and Retirement Planning — a comprehensive plan to protect your estate and manage your assets. Start planning your future today and call the Trust Department at Hastings City Bank at 616-945-2401 Hjnstnujs dito gnitk FDM Securities products are offered through both Northern Trust and Goldman Sachs Investment Services Corporation. The products are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by Hastings City Bank or any ofits bank or non­ bank affiliates. These products are not insured by the FDIC or any other government agency and involve investment risks, includingpossible loss ofthe principal amount invested. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 6, 2001 - Page 6 Television news anchor kicks off Reading Month by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Channel 10 news anchor Dave Andrews was the guest speaker to help kick off March is reading Month at Maplewood El­ ementary last week. Students heard from An­ drews about what he does Maplewood teachers get into the spirit of March is Reading Month by dressing as their favorite book characters, (from left) Jeanne Hansen, Susan Luyendyk, Lori Bunker, and Amy Smith. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport promises the students that if they each read one book this month he will dye his hair the color of their choice. Alle Ancona wears a Suess hat to celebrate the kickoff of "March is Reading Month." job," he told the kids. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport opened up the assembly with a chal­ lenge. He said that if every child reads one book in the month of March, he will dye his hair and beard the color of their choice. He also said that if each for a living and how impor­ tant reading is for his job. "Every day I read news­ papers, magazines and read information off the computer to bring the news to you... reading is the most important part of the classroom reads more than 2,001 pages this month, they will get an ice cream party. Many events are planned this month, he said. They include: • A "reading train" when a whistle is heard in the building, students and fac­ ulty then will read for 15 minutes. • Favorite book trivia, where a teacher reads a line from one of their fa­ vorite books and the kids try to guess. • Dress up days that cor­ respond to reading and books. Give Dave Andrews, news anchor from Channel 10, talks to the Maplewood kids about how important reading is to his job. Help Wanted ATTENTION: WORK AT HOME. Mail order/e-commerce, full training provided! $500-$2000PT, $2500$7000+FT. For FREE booklet call (616)493-7280 or visit: www.FamilylstBiz.com DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense.. Full-time,,p part-time,, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. • Several guest readers from the Maple Valley administration. Many other activities will celebrate reading this month. "The main goal of March is Reading Month is to encourage kids to read and be enthusiastic. We want them to know how important reading and those skills that will help them for their careers and whatever they choose to do with their life in the fu­ ture," said Davenport. "The whole staff here at Maplewood is enthusiastic and involved about the month," he added. winter a warm welcome! Frost Heating & Cooling Lake Odessa Nashville 616-374-7595 517-852-9565 LOOK FOR THE HEATING AND COOLING PRO... FOR THE FINEST IN SALES, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE BDUtt MUnaSMCMM HELP WANTED: SALES­ PERSON. Unlimited income potential, must be people oriented. We would prefer 2 years retail sales experience, but willing to train right individual. Please fax to: (616)945-0455 or call (616)945-0000 for more de­ tails. www.armstrongalr.com ArmstrongAir. Comforfeam �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 6,2001 - Page 7 Some banks only have branches here We’ve had our ROOTS here since 1937! Because our roots are here, § we believe in giving back to the communities we serve. These are a few oftheprojects and organizations weparticipated with in 2000: Two Charlotte High school Scholarships Two Eaton Rapids High School Scholarships Two Grand Ledge High School Scholarships Olivet High School Scholarship Maple Valley High School Scholarship Potterville High School Scholarship United Way Campaign/Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Nashville, Olivet and Grand Ledge Housing Services for Eaton County SIREN/Eaton Shelter Charlotte Community Dinner Project Frontier Days Eaton Senior Center Red Cross Blood Drive Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Eaton County 4-H Rotary Clubs Walk For Warmth Lion Clubs March of Dimes Kiwanis Clubs House of Ruth Hamlin Township and Olivet Fire Departments White Cane Week Charlotte Eagles American Cancer Society Knights of Columbus Charlotte ’’Can Do” Court House Square Association Olivet Jr. Eagles Baseball Calhoun County 4-H Dairy Club Eaton County Cropwalk Sadd Mulliken Homecoming Charlotte Band Boosters Yankee Doodle Days Muscular Dystrophy Association St. Mary's School Playground Equipment Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Summer Recreation Programs Farm Bureau Citizenship Camp Pheasants Forever Eaton Federal Bank 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 �Mate tea? ***** tetewri* luaoUav Item • XXT • Rage • Mtototorw Vnwn Grind umw uwogun. Ab bOOATl »r*« write au LMmmk kmJ Iota* 1223 Mwai Mte ftaari, Koatirqp Ml (M7JM2-1M) tamw or UteMM trite VWriOWTYlli BOO IMG UCSMSBD fl baaraari Obmw oporalud tw If ,'•*1 I J*vsd Hallnritl owv» or (M7|Mb UKJ2 B0CMG, winQnwk Bate, aaav uutenariawi AX t»*• Vws (M7J7JM M7 BOOVUG, A AMfVIl i > *ww 1 bud <■■■> teuw write uriadmd fatafi AIvm, 2 budraura anaaartMari i CM 7|BA2 4M90 dr iTjriMMlB to BOLUMC BCBB flawy Counter* Bt«pir Gauw Tuvrntep nriparty hat 2 taaaud pudflatfo write a tea stall team ■ oacte A yoar aM voted mm Buy team write aa aadbwad tack aaam and aaparaw gram aaam Alaa a <47 Mstmd pw and matte mare* Fn«rty a ported, afpBr and raaiR pwww appaawri •wady Ba paaa riaaam Beam ffM ana ffllO ANTlQUt SHOW BASSY CaaMte Rtegaareuda flap* Caaapte aa M-F7 Mate UMk nd Tww larm b»»M ••m* riaatMy awripaaa Ite aarite ad Muutknga aa M-1? Kw**d*v Maat^pat, Baa* ria* Mam*A:Mpm BLBB Ad- Maple Grove Township Board of Review Mapt* Toavnuhip Board <ri Ravww win naw! *i Mafrta Grwt Townahip Halt 721 S M4to HarihvMf. Meh on tha totowmg data* Marete fl. MOI tf 0-00 aril to rmnaw tha aaaaaemant rod tar 2001 and organize March 12: from 0 Bril-12 noon and from 0 pm -0 pm; Marrite 12 0 am . 12 noon and from 1 pm -4 pm to hoar prritorilk AGRICULTURAL RESIDENTIAL COMMf RClAL RATIO MULTIPLIERS 42 75% 43 74% 1 823 1431 Hbririln (X* HLAST MU’ thank) to nor fumrly trumd*. aM rwi<htMW» tew ttw fluum and afi thr norm tha» tank urate pond caw of Ban II owant aa note to ow Wr •ill flRBBB tsuP AflOl too with mum tand (nrrTMinw Thr having ctedwa of John Gard. CarwMaw and Bub THI IA Mill Of Ruud I l-rrth write fa thank al aw tnunds and taarihu* (or thr flcwora. caadi fl danutKraa to thr Ma P*» Vaflry Sctetevhtp Fund and thr VwmnnK'ihr Unitad MHhodwl Church and ' iart» with thr family at pmri* tepaoal thanka to thr flmrera Dtdk Ward, Dktte Gamn, Lar Bmwnfwid. Manlm Vwitnn. Tim Shetwdodm and HteP■nth Spat ial thank* to Br» David Mtn atm and Bev fafl Bowman fcw thr rnnminal w rvwr*» and to thr lad w* who aorvad Batch BdkrwtnB I awtwuv A I rrth A f amih M<im» F Prrih B familv lari R Prrih fl I amil* Miucllancotti I1SH ROB BTOCKINC: <*iant Hyflnd Murvill* Ramhriw Hout, Wartryr. larprnvnrth Smallmouth Beat, Catfteh, Rauch. Fathead Minnow* L p*' R*h Perm. 0*WB Mh Gotete, Ml ♦WW 3(M dayv ar Ihlr*y»24-4fc2l s wmma* 3833% 13045 The townwhfj wri provide noooaaary ronton atria aarvtoM to mMuM with daabUted. write 10 drift noBoa Contact Rod Crtrihort 8105 Berryville Rd. Nririhuifla. Ml 616-758*3596 Animal cruelty charges not filed against Charlotte horse owner Eataa County OrieF Aaawtacd PmmruHnf Attor­ ney Michael C. Eapaa ha* uwnpirtod ■ re* k*« of ahe flririana of anima I crucln regarding tome ChariOlti area Clydeadak home* The complaint *» motr voted By concern* thai the haram were naptoctad and under! ed One Barat had reccrth died capm taid the m vcw iga *»on »ai thorough and mchidad a iwtew of veten nanan record*, feed rec ord* and mter* ww* of thr horam* water and <ahe» wrinaaam A ddmaaafly* Bw ■leatigi riaa wa» aaawtad By a te •ntpectioa and eaammatioa By a vctcrinanaa entpli>)ed By the Mtetpaa Department <»f Agnculturr I malty, the NEW ROUND BAIERS FROM JOHN DEERE * Naw Mng*Wide"■ pteikup to BVtatobte for every model • New rotor fnralinir aywtem merifia rimemAh crop ftow. • New ttorwml ptdeup f^ufgp whewia can newcri* go AM.. New tterif^n in ribxm<er. rittHter to handle Now Cz wrEdir’” nnt wrap rarvwm 15 percent more of the bale, giving t/vnr U»e*<Mlgv pnrtAt)<>n Hnlr^TYnk “ monitor pr» rvKinn morvMtra i irate 24 -bar dmj >Lav Fn-hum duuTwaid Inwj T-inch wide forming belte John Deere Coes OVER Located on 2900 N IMS Hay Harimp M (S ate ite ri Harimytl www.deere oom I agen xaid m expl* imng that the criminal chatpea were Graded By the experttee of not authorized Eaton County Proxccuting the vteermeneaa. the aneengaior reached the folkwnng Attorney Jeff Sauter noted conckiMon* that d wm a cave that wu appropriate for continued monitoring 1 The Bone that died had *uc cumbed to a deaeaae unrelated to the condition* al the farm 2 The ewher homo* ahilc "The animal control offtet has agreed to monitor the Condition of the home* to underweight, did not exhibit cnxurv their cant inued care of cnmmal neglect ) The owner had nought tetermery treatment few the home* Michael Lagen noted that animal cruelty charge* rcqu'r’t proof beyond a tea ■onable doubt that the per* If the recommendation* of the veterinarian* arc folh’wod the xituatton for the home* will unprove, and I know that everyone concerned about the health of thexe home* will be relieved " »ign* A 3R year old Mulliken man »a* lodged in the Barry County Jail Feb 23 after police found him driving 77 mph in a S3 mph tone on M 66 in Aatyria Township with a bodily alcohol content of 23 percent Feb Feb. 23, according to the Barry County Sheriff* Depart­ ment. Deputic* observed the man *wervmg in and out of the traffic lane and croating the center line Nashville man held for choking woman Officer* reported that Frank I.lebhauxer had been living al the mold with the woman, w'ho xaid xhc became afraid of him and tried to leave after he tiecame angry aboui hi* financial xituation Aa (he gathered her things to leave, he allegedly grabbed the woman * throat and refused to let her leave the motel room He i* also accused of breaking her glaraet and threatening io *lah her. and throwing the woman onio the bed where he allegedly held her down until xhe wa* able Io tnck him into letting her go Liebhauter waa arraigned on the mia- demeanor charge Tuesday and a S2.(KK) bond wa* net He remain* lodged in the Barry County Jail awaiting a March 13 pretrial hearing near Ta*ker Road. ju*t about three milea north of Battle Creek The man, who ha* not been charged, told police he wa* on hi* way home from work in Grand Rapid* When aaked if he knew where he wa*, he stated he waa "|u*t outaide of Grand Rapid* " The man said he had consumed five to sis beers prior to driving. A charge of operating under the influence of intokicating liquor is pending at the Barry County Prosecutor * Office NOTICE Any person wishing to conduct a write-in campaign in the Village of Nashville General Election to be held March 12, 2001 must register at the Village office located at 206 N. Main St. by 4:00 p.m. Friday. March 9, 2001. On this years bal­ lot there is one 2 year Trustee position for which there is no candidate and could be filled by a write in candidate. Any wnte-in vote that is on the ballot on elec­ tion day must be registered or it will not count Cathy Lentz Village Clerh Call for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads Bale Protection John Deere “In thi* type of cane, wr mu*t rch on the expert*.” Intoxicated speeder stopped , arrested in Assyria Twp. A 46 yeat old Naxhvillc man who allegedly choked a female c ompamon al the Parkview Motel in Hailing* Monday wa» charged with domexlic aixauh. according to a report by (he Haxting* City Police Department HA7OT non withheld adequate care C aunty Animal Control conMihcd with two veterinarian* who Bad treated the home* m dir pot 945-9526 945-1554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 hours a day, 7 days a week �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 6, 2001 - Page 9 x< XkVck Farm seminar set for March 16 The Michigan State Stewardship program will be University Extension and the host for the 2001 Whole Barry/Eaton GroundwaterFarm Nutrient Management Seminar from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Friday, Friday, March March 16, 16, at the Castleton Township Council seat, continued from front page ‘^s?[ s?[ ■BI ''‘^^>1 >1 we ^kitatti di ®ai(ifii| lip i| ^tatfiQfc White, who was village president from 1996-1998, said he also agreed with the council's decision on the three million dollar water project. "It got started quite a while ago," he said. "At 2.5% interest rates you are not going to see them that low again...it's a business decision for the community and that's what the council should do- look to the future instead of reacting to things." (Most pressing issue) "Probably the master plan... The county is trying to look at and work with the smaller communities and we need to add our input." (Like to see changed in EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... isrite^ Ildi&lyW $i.Oifc|^ na#*^ n jjiniiirt • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO ourownwork Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available ,,,»*•* (Why you)...."It's the peoples choice...I enjoy working for the community and I don't mind driving decisions on the council. I do not have an agenda and I like to listen to the public as much as I can. I can go in there and make a good business decision for the village." Boating safety classes offered Free boating safety classes will be offered by the Eaton County Sheriffs Department Sundays from 1 to 4p.m. March 18, April 1 and 22, and May 20. The department will of­ fer the boating safety classes in a single day Recreation format this spring. Students LE FEVER 12 gauge shot need to register at least six , gun. Made in 1898. G" days before the class ses­ grade. Has dasmascus bar­ rel. $800. Excellent condi­ sion at the sheriffs office in Charlotte or the station tion. Phone (616)945-4505 in Delta Township. The sheriffs department is located at 1025 Inde­ pendence Blvd., next to the new courthouse in Charlotte. The Delta sta­ tion is located at 7708 Administration Drive near Saginaw Highway and Canal Road in Delta SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS ft^olW jBiilieWW'l the community)..."! guess I would like to see more people getting involved in the council and committee. Most of the time people you only hear from people when they are mad...we need people to bring their ideas to council before it directly affects them and give their input then." Township. For more information call the Marine Division at (517) 543-3512 or 372­ 8217. Valley wins hoop finale Eric Goris tallied 19 points as Maple Valley's varsity basketball team toppled Webberville 72-57 in its regular season finale last Friday night at Webberville. Also scoring in double figures for the Lions (13-7, 8-6) were Adam Watson with 12 points and Darin Thrun with 10 points. Mike Branch led Webberville with 15 points. CMU honors list has 3 from area Three area students have been named to the fall semester honors list at Cen­ tral Michigan University. The students earned at least a 3.5 grade point aver­ age on a 4.0 scale. Grouped by their hometowns, they were: • Nashville — Seniors Corin S. Guernsey and Stephanie K. Rohdy. • Vermontville — Fresh­ man Hayley N. Todd. TANNING ♦4 *15 *25 *40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE $350 A MONTH - 3 bed­ room, 2 bath. Won't last llong! Call New Tradition Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1­ 888-538-8900. STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Thurs. 8 am-8 pm; Fri. 8 am-7 p.m.; Sat. 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville *852-1757 FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes have reposomes they eyaverepossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 Hall in Nashville. This year the emphasis will be on cropping systems ABANDONED REPO.REPO: MUST SELL! Will management and compre­ BANK needs someone to as-look at any offer. 3 bedroom, hensive nutrient manage­ sume payments on huge 3 2 bath. Will move if necessabedroom home. Will move if ry. 1-800-672-9604 ment plans. Nitrogen fertilizer man­ necessary. 1-800-672-9604 National Ads agement also will be high­ ABANDONED REPO: lighted, owing to the antici­ BANK needs someone to as- DIET MAGIC. LOSE UP pated price increases of sume, will move if necessa- TO 30LBS/30 DAYS. PRO­ nitrogen fertilizers this year. ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ GRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)721­ The keynote address will 968-7376. 8804 be delivered by Dr. Richard CALL FOR A list of over 300 Harwood, CS Mott Chair, repossessed homes in the HOMEWORKERS NEED­ Sustainable Agriculture State of Michigan. Updated ED: $635 weekly processing Professor, at Michigan State monthly, some as low as mail. Easy! No experience University. $500 down. Call New Tradi-needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 All interested persons are tion Homes for more info at Ext.5085 24hrs. (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ welcome to attend. WORK AT HOME FULL Participants will receive 8900. OR PART TIME FREE INthree MDA pesticide recerti­ TAKE OVER PAYMENTS FORMATION. CALL JON fication credits. Lunch will on a 3 bedroom, 2 bath NOW: (616)721-3951 home. Won't last long! Call be provided. Those interested in attend­ New Tradition Homes @ (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ ing this seminar should call 8900. the Eaton County Extension office at (517) 543-2310 to register. FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES Men’s breakfast FARM SHOP MECHANIC will be Saturday The Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Breakfast will be held Saturday, March 10, from 7 to 10 a.m. Diners may have their choice ofeggs any style, bis­ cuits and gravy, sausage links, pancakes, french toast, coffee, tea, milk and orange juice. A good will offering will be accepted. WAGES STARTING $9.00 TO $11.50 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE 616-374-8837 CALL .. .FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. 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— (Must be used within 3 months) We care about how you look at... (517) Mobile Homes The Village Council Chambers 204 N. MAIN STREET within said Village on March 12, 2001 For the purpose of voting for the election of the following officers, VIZ: (1) Village President -1 year term (1) Village Trustee -1 year term (3) Village Trustees - 2 year terms [W 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 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, March 6, 2001 - Page 10 Junior high mat men continue to win at Portland Invitational The Maple Valley Junior High wrestlers traveled to Portland Feb. 23 for an invitational. The invitational was run with an individual format with medals being handed out to the first and second place finishers. Individual accomplishments for Maple Valley wrestlers included Tyler Greenfield (one pin), Andrew Gaber (two pins), Levi Andler (one pin), Kevin Fassett (one decision and one pin), Joey Desrochers (one decision and two pins), Jeff Totten (one pin), Ben Boss (two pins), Chad Tait (one pin), Chris Morris (two pins) and Mike James (one decision and one pin). Maple Valley hosted Webberville and Lansing Christian Feb. 26. Posting wins for the The Dog House $ Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds lu Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands ____Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, ' Groomer area Homes with apie Valley ews ACTI0NM aaaiili <l- oUnUn- o7yUn- 7"mUqouk. C Lions were Tyler Greenfield (one pin in 1:00 and a 9-8 decision), Levi Andler (one pin in 1:25), Keith Lackscheide (one pin in 54 seconds), Chris Morris (one pin in 2:09 and one pin in 58 seconds), Andrew Gaber (one pin in 30 seconds), Kevin Fassett (one pin in 2: 04), Ben Boss (one pin in 3: 45) and Chad Tait (one pin in 30 seconds). Maple Valley traveled to Morris March 1 for a tri­ meet against Morris and Bellevue. Bringing home wins against Bellevue were Chad Tait (one by 17-2 tech), Kevin Fassett (4-2 decision), Mike James (pin _in__4:06), Levi Andler (pin in 1:11), Matt Conklin (pin in 1:56), Jamie Corwin (8-7 decision in exhibition match) and Mike Kuras (pin in 1:29 in exhibition). Scoring victories against Morris were Tyler Greenfield (15-1 decision), Laura Trumble (8-6 decision), Andrew Gaber (pin in 3:15), Levi Andler (pin in 1:06), Keith Lackscheide (pin in 2:46), Jeff Totten (pin in 44 seconds), Ryan Moore (14-2 decision), Ben Boss (9-1 decision), Chad Tait (pin in 2:07), Matt Conklin (pin in 33 seconds), Chris Morris (14-8 decision). PAY NOTHING OT TIL 2002 SAVE ON THE WORLD’S FINEST TRACTORS • • • • Best Deals of the Season! Instant Rebates!* Special Financing Plans!** Full Line of Riding Mowers and Tractors on Sale! AS LOW AS The Maple Valley Greenhand Conduct of Meetings team (from left) Aaron Saari, advisor; Tommy Griffen, Ben Owens, Cory Sears, Alecia Royston, Shaun Engle, Brenda McElroy and Donna Cripe. FFA members compete in leadership contests Nine members of the Maple Valley FFA chapter recently participated in the district leadership contest held at the Allegan Career and Tech Center. Competing in the Job Interview Contest were Lisa McElroy and Matt Joppie. Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball team suffered its worst loss of the season last week to Pennfield, 81-40. But the Lions were able to come back and win a Friday contest versus rival Olivet, 73-61. The lone bright spot in the game with Pennfield was the play of Eric Smith. Smith scored 18 points and was 8-for-ll from the line. He also pulled down 5 rebounds. Tony Garn scored 5 points and Ryan Gridder was 4-for-4 from the free throw line. The homecoming contest against Olivet found the Lions down 22-14 after the first quarter. After that, Maple Valley discovered its shooting touch and out-scored Olivet CHI Ur 14.5G/38 HURRY! See Your Participating * Offers on selected models only. Ask your dealer for details. "Offer valid subject to credit approval through Transamerica Bank, N.A. on purchases between 1/12/01 and 4/30/01. No payments required (except insurance premiums if applicable). Finance charges will be assessed from date of purchase, unless the total purchase price and all related insurance premiums (if applicable) are paid in full within the promotional period. NO Smith 14 and Jeff Taylor 13Jim Hirneiss dished out a team-high 8 assists. 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 517-726-0377 INTEREST OR PAYMENTS 59-39 the rest of the way. Three Valley players scored double figures as Eric Smith tallied 21, Cam Richard Cobb • David Cobb DOWN PAYMENT, TIL JAN. 2002** Brenda McElroy, Donna Cripe and Alecia Royston. This team received a silver award and was -selected to advance-to regional competi­ tion at Vicksburg High School Feb. 15. This team received a silver placing at regionals. JV Lions rebound with victory over rival Olivet $1599 Simplicity Dealer NOW! They both received a silver placing. Maple Valley also ha a Greenhand (Freshman) Conduct of meetings team compete at districts this year. Members included Tommy Griffin, Cory Sears, Ben Owens, Shaun Engle, U0H1WM5 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 www.simplicitymfg.com VERNS REPAIR & SPORT At the corner of M-66 & M-50 - Woodbury ~ OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 1-517-566-8353 • Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. CaH 945-9554 today. —r——---r® The Way to a Beautiful Lawn -- —----- —------------------ ;------- ---..... ?................ �Looking For a PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! Letterheads • Folders Business Cards • Books Annual Reports • Stickers Brochures • invitations Flyers • Labels • Tags Posters • Envelopes Political Signs Rubber stamps • Tickets • Balloons Business Forms • Calendars Newsletters Computer Forms • Catalogs l-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the BARN! TTy our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ----------------------------------------- 1 Hour or Next Day Processing :— • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. -1 ;00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 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. March 6, 2001 - Page 12 Maple Valley PRIDE students announced other requirements. Maple Valley students qualifying the Lion PRIDE (Personal Responsibility in daily effort) Plus for last semester were recently announced. To qualify for the pro­ gram, for seventh- and eight­ graders, students must meet certain requirements acade­ mically and behaviorally. Some of those require- ments are: maximum of five days of unexcused absences for the semester, no more than one referral to the prin­ cipal's office that results in disciplinary action, no more than one classroom deten­ tion, no more than two tardies per class for the semester, using the PRIDE homework book, maintain­ ing A’s and B’s and a few The students who quali­ fied were: Eighth Graders Johnathon Alexander, Benjamin Boss, Elizabeth Clements, Samantha Cowell, Dustin Drumm, Katie Eld­ red, Jessica Ellison, Kelsey Elliston, Kevin Fassett, And­ rew Gaber, Tara Gordenski, Nicholas Grant, Lisa Hamilton, Erin Hummel, Dustin Jones, Amanda Ketchum, Jessica Lawless, Jessica McMillen, Amanda Mead, Dustin Mead, Kristin Mead, Brandon Montgo­ mery, Tessa Robles, Kyndra BARRY COUNTY MSU EXTENSION OFFICE Root, Amanda Rumsey, Kailey Smith, Nathanael Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Smith, Amy Strickland, Shawna Tevelde, Tiffany March 12Horse Dev. Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Baptist Thomas, Laura Trumble, Church. Ryan VanZandt, Chase March 13 Project WET Workshop, 6 p.m., Pierce Cedar Walden and Rochelle Creek Institute Currier. March 14 Livestock Dev. Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Seventh Grade Fawn Allwardt, Brent Expo Center. Cummings, Jenna Denton, March 15 Dairy Dev. Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Amber Edinger, Jennifer Extension Office. Ellison, Christopher Hoff­ March 18 Trail Clinic March 19 Rabbit Dev. Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS man, Lindsey Kersjes, Aar­ on Myers, Arminda-Mindy Cafeteria. Newton, Allison Oleson, March 19 Smail Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 Sara Pash, Leanne Paxton, p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Samantha Pierce, Lynzie March 20 Project WET Workshop, 6 p.m., Pierce Cedar Rigelman, Dhanielle Tobias, Creek Institute. Sarah Trumble, Sarah VanMarch 24 Small Animal Clinic, 8:30 a.m., Ward Bever’s. derHoef, Garrett VanEngen, Brandi Walden, Cortney March 26 Livestock Showing Character Workshop, 7 Warner, Rebekah Welch, p.m., Expo Center. Ezekiel-Zeke Wieland and March 30 Livestock Loan Applications due to the Salena Woodman. Extension Office. CALENDAR OF EVENTS 8th grade Maple Valley PRIDE students f Blk f । Pork Steak.f Ht 7th grade Maple Valley PRIDE students pOrk sBaulu ksage \ Chuck Roast 4 fll jJi j English _Roast /; V>\ Lb. Lb. Lb. 'Af sssssssss Ground Chuck Beef T Cube Steak Lb. Lb. 10 lbs. oMrore... i £. 69 Taystee Troyer 1% 99 29 f*t Lb. ft A Lb. Lb. 20 oz. Singles Pop Bacon Mueller’s 48 oz. Box 8 oz. Jar Maxwell House Ciant Bread Buy RC & Big Red Elbows, Spaghetti, instant Coffee Buy One Get One,..FKEE Bareman’s Gallon MJL* Bareman’s 1/2 Gallon Chocolate Milk 12 Pack Ice Castle Thin 69* Minute Maid (Asst. Flavors) Cherry Coke, Borq's Root Beer, Sprite Cherry Coke Campbell’s 10.75 oz. Can Chicken Noodle Soup 4 ct. White 2-Ply Parade Bath Tissue 89* 6 oz. Cooking Spray Reg. & Lite 32 oz. Kraft Miracle Whip 16 oz. Can Old El Paso 10 ct. Box Soap Pads Pam 3.25 oz. Jar McCormick 24 oz. Plastic Bottle Refried Beans Bac'n Bits, Bac'n <9AC Chips Oaf 89* 16-26 oz. Jars Asst. Flavors Ragu 12 - 4.6 oz. Pkg. Old El Paso 24 - 1.25 oz. Pkg. Old El Paso ice Cream Bars Spaghetti Sauce Yellow Taco Shells Taco Seasoning 20 lb. Bag Multiple Litter Tidy Cat 59e Ultra Fabric Softener 50 oz. Liquid Laundry Det. w/Bleach, Reg., Free Tide Vermontville Grocery J ao . „ , o P ho n e Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday ’A * ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss^ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-03-13.pdf 19d49578f720090ad729c40f32c758a9 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 11/March 13, 2001 Vermontville Council to vote on code enforcement officer by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council took one step closer to authorizing a council member to write parking citations in the vil­ lage. A rough draft of the reso­ lution was presented at the council mee.ting last Thursday, and the council voted unanimously to retype the motion for a vote at next month's meeting. After being advised by village attorney Robert Deitrick, the council seemed to agree that councilman Roger Metz, who has a background in Jay Kilpatrick talks to the Vermontville council last Thursday about the progress made for the master plan for the village. criminal justice, should be authorized to act as a village code enforcement officer. Details as to how often he would patrol the streets were not decided Robert Deitrick, the Vermontville village attorney, talks to the council about authorizing Roger Metz the power to enforce parking violations. yet. He would presumably write out citations for non­ moving infractions. "I think you all agree we want to enforce the no parking and handicap parking," said Vermontville Council President Sue Villanueva. The citations could carry up to a $25 fine, "Well, let's move forward with this idea and go ahead and retype the resolution and come back next meeting with it." In other business, the council: • Heard from Jay Kil­ patrick, of the Williams and Works engineering firm, about the progress the firm and the planning and zoning committee are making on the master plan. The village and Ver­ montville Township arc See council to vote, pg. 2 Li’l Abner’ production starts Thursday night Director Pat Hansen said there is plenty of dancing and singing in the musical comedy "Li'l Abner" to be presented by the high school students. This is a scene from General Bullmoose's office, in the comedy, "Li'l Abner." and merriment. The musi­ by Shawna Hubbarth cal is full of vibrant char- 3-ee LH .M. aner> PS- o* Staff Writer Maple Valley High School will be presenting the musical comedy Li’l Abner starting Thursday, March 15. • Pre-schoolers learn how to make The musical is based on a hillbilly town of Dog­ maple syrup patch. It is deemed the • Thornapple flood plain study to begin most useless community in America and is chosen as • New part-time police officer hired in a test site for A-bombs, Nashville said Director Pat Hansen. • Vermontville maple syrup producers When the news spreads about the testing, its color­ visit Vermont ful citizens take up the good fight with lots of fun In This Issue The musical comedy "Li'l Abner" is about a little hillbilly town called Dogpatch. �The Maple Valley Newt. Nashville, Tuesday March 13 2001 - Page 2 Council to vote, continued from front page king t og ther on plan, zoning and futur ing have been bee meeting tting together to take infformation and g r object e* for th plan.” h told council. “From we will move pretty qui kly into land and then zoning ordinances We are on schedule and h ad a really good meeting j ust a while Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News Acton-ads go. |1 was well ar residentss and we e really g and ideas from them ' Kilpatrick said the public i elcome and encoura ged to come to the ne t meeting, which is set for Monday, March 19. 7 pm at the Vermontville Opera House. "We have been working with the township, but when we get to specific plans we will branch off and each do our own thing," he told the council. "We are really pleased with the response from the community We have a lot of diverse opinions and appreciate the input.'' • Approved a village of Vermontville proclamation declaring Mar National R ing Month ■ Heard from Gene Fisher, president of the Maple Syrup Corporation, that he would like to get action started on an ordinance that would limit outside endors at the fe ival to maximize profits for local organiza­ tions. Fisher als asked for permission to have the festival parade, and permission was granted. Villanueva said the ordi­ nance would take time, and would probably not be ready for this year. Fisher said even next year would be fine, as long as action was being taken on the matter. There’s a better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number Li'l Abner, continued from front page actors, lots of singing and fun dance numbers. The cast and behind the scenes crew includes: Jared Volz, Jessica Hum­ mel, Stacy Shepperly, Jor­ dan Volz, Mark Shoe­ maker, Becky Guernsey, Tim Rumsey, Ray Hole, Tom Patrick, Andrew Krolik, Jessica Pierce, Brian Woodman, Andrew Burns, Lizzie Sundrla, Beth Mulvany, Elizabeth Favre, Christy Cook, Hannah Colc, Andrew Burn, Paul Felder, Jake Goodncr, Kathryn Carney, Summer Hill, Donna Cripe, John Terbcrg, Chris Ripley, Wakako Nagatnari, Devin Phenix, Christina Jackson, Shanna Shoemaker, Gwen McDougal, Ann Jackson, Jena Peters, Penny Curtis, Chrissy Racine, Samantha Curtis, Rochelle Drallcllc, Heather Clark, Matt Thorne, Randy Silsbee, Nick Jones, Jason Abfal- Women's club to make donations or from STAN TRUMBLE ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ufuto -Owners Insurance Life A fishing scene from the musical "Li'l Abner". Home Car 7Aa No Pro6Ct^n Business ftopte The Vermontville General Federation Women’s Club has made a commitment to purchase new trees for the business district of the vil­ lage. The village decided to replace the existing ones with Bradford pear trees. These arc ornamental that have white flowers in the spring and the leaves stay longer in the cold weather. The club also has voted to purchase 30 sheet music holders for the Maple Valley High School Choir, under the direction of Ryan Rosen. Club members also this month are honoring the local businesses on Main Street with a dinner and entertain- ment this month also. The next general meeting will be April 2 at the Vermontville United Meth­ odist Church. Members will be discussing the Syrup Festival. New members arc always welcome. ter, Chad Spears, musical director Ryan Rosin, assis­ tant musical director Kris­ ten Vandcrhocf, Choreog­ raphy by Jessica Pierce, Ryan Rosin, and Kimberly Knoll, Cover design and set by Ray Hole, lights by Ashley Gardner, ushersNational Honor Society, music by Kristen Vanderhoef, Brian Burt, Daniel Mace, Camille Weiland, Kendra Copliq, Dan Mills, Betsy Parish, and Linda Craig. “This is a really fun fam­ ily show," said Hansen. "Everyone is invited to come." Show times arc set for March 15, 16 and 17 al 7 p.m., and March 18 al 3 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School Auditorium, with tickets available al the door. CHERYL’S I HAIR SHOP y CHERYL PIERCE Owner 661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI A 517-852-2377 V Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 10 am Sunday School Sunday AM Worship Evening Worship Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting 11 am 6pm 7 p.m PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Baseline Rd Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship Wednesday Family Night Service 9:45 a.m 11 a.m ...6pm 6 45 p m PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S Main, Vermontville Morning Worship .......... 11 a.m Church School ................ 10 am. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV ERIC LISON Sunday School Worship Service 9:30 a m .......... a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School Sunday A.M Worship P.M Worship Wednesday Evening: Worship 9:45 a m .11 am .6 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 7 p.m SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration . 10 am Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching. Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School A M Service PM Service 10 am 11 15 am 6pm PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) B52-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class 9 30 a m ,10 am 10:30 a m 10:50 a m PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday AM Worship 10:30 a m Evening Worship .. .. ,6pm Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a m PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School A M. Service P.M. Service Wed Service .9:45 a 11 a 7p 7pm PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service Sunday School .9:45 a m. 11:15 a.m REV GAIL PATTERSON At Home- 852-0685 Church Phone 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD (M-79) Worship 9 30 a m Children's Sunday School 9 45 a m PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship 10 am 11am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N State, Nashville Sunday Mass 9 30 a m FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission ol St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9 45am Worship Service ' 11am Sunday Evening Service 6pm Wed Evening Service 7pm AWANA 7-8 30 pm Wed REV DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N Main, Vermontville Sunday School Church Service 10 am 11am PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services 915am Morning Prayer 11 00 a m Holy Communion cal) 735-2379 w Bev Davd 343-9%4 Rev Deacon Davd avd S Wnma-Ti Wn 517-527-3839 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for afl services Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod) MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Mam. Middleville Sunday Mass 9am 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 13. 2001 - Page 3 Pre-school students learn how to make maple syrup DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense, Full-time, part-time, ROOFING, SIDING, benefits (full-time), good BARN, Repairs, windows, working environment. Also decks, new construction. Al­ hiring for night/weekends. bert Sears, (517)726-1347. 248-7729. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer For the children at Little Friends Playhouse in Ver­ montville, making syrup is still a mystery. Maple Syrup Festival Parade Chairperson Bon­ nie Laverty said, "Just the other day, I was asked by one of them 'why are the buckets hanging on the trees?' ."As you explain about how in the spring the sap runs up and down the trees and the farmer hangs the buckets to catch the sap, their eyes get bigger and bigger," she said. After -talking to Karen Woodman, the director and owner of the play­ house, Laverty said they decided the grand parade theme for this year's festi­ val would be celebrating the "Mystery and Magic of Maple Syrup." "You get them to taste the sap, but to them it tastes a lot like water — but even getting water from a tree for them is a mystery," Laverty said. "I know these kids will get to witness some syrup making first hand and learn more about it," she said. "The playhouse is a place where the children are given lots of opportuni­ ties for learning experi­ ences, if you have to leave your children to go to work, it helps to know they are in loving hands," she added. The Children's Parade starts at 11 a.m., and all kids are invited to dress up and attend. Laverty said no applications are needed, just be sure to be at the Opera House at 10 a.m. Saturday to line up. The theme for this year's chil­ dren's parade is books. "Be sure to dress your child or grand child up as HASTINGS 4 For Rent FOR RENT: LARGE two bedroom apartment in Nashville; $550 per month, includes utilities. For infor­ mation please call (517)726­ 1159 or (517)726-1232. NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ room house with attached garage. Also, 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-0430 & (517)852-9386 Foster Care 10 OSCAR NOMINATIONS ■ ■ ■ ■ 2:10, 6:50 SWEET NOVEMBER (PG-13) 11:50, 4:30, 9:20 ©SEE SPOT RUN (PG) Malibu Treatments Available We care about .how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING' ...Shouldn’t You? Tucs-Thuis X am-B pm. I ll S am-7 p m-. Sal Kam-I2 iumhi Downtown Nashville • 1 1 HIT PUB WEB § www.jqti.CTin 1 Teller Part-Time Arc you searching for a flexible, part-time position in a friendly and professional work environment? The kids from Little Friends Daycare inspired this years maple syrup grand parade theme entitled, "The Mystery and Magic of Maple Syrup." Children in the picture from top left to right are Travis Franks, Dale Laverty, second row, Tiffany Cowell, Nolan Gilson, and Karen Woodman. Third row, Britteney Van Zandt, Lucas Robles, Holly Rathburn, fourth row, Jake Clark, fifth row, Jacob Ramey, Kaycee McKenzie, Jeremy Fisher, and assistant Mary Miller. a character in a book and maybe have them pull their own wagon sized float,” said Laverty. "The first five winners of the Children's Parade are au­ tomatically in the Grand Parade which starts at 2 p.m. The Grand Parade is now accepting applica­ tions. "We will have about 70 units in it and will be about an hour long... this is something you don't want to miss.” one of the new Bill Gates computers. There will also be an in­ formational display on Harry Potter and the chance to enter a drawing for a Harry Potter watch. The drawing will be held at 12 p.m. March 31. S ® ianci’s ^ace | The Place to Go L L For Professional Styling ffl] Corner ofM-66 and Thornapple Lake Road |h) Owner Diana Kuempel 1-517-852-9481 L Those who want to be in the parade can call Russ and Bonnie Laverty at (517) 726-1115. The Little Friends Day Care offers preschool in two class levels. The kids will be selling concessions in front of the Congrega­ tional Church in Ver­ montville during the festi­ val. Hastings City Banks is seeking individuals who fit this description to fill positions that we currently have open in our Hastings & Nashville Offices The job requirements include: a general aptitude for math, good attention to detail, excellent customer relation skills and an outstanding work ethic. Basic computer knowledge is a plus. However, training will be provided. If this type'of position looks interesting to you, please stop by the Human Resources Department at our Hastings loca­ tion and complete an employment application. We tire open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Our location is 150 W. Court St., Hastings, MI. EOF7M-F Naturally, there’s a lot of labor involved. ► Why spend time struggling with the child tax credit yourself? Leave it to -the professionals. At H&R Block, we understand the tax law changes and the most complex forms. And help get you every penny you deserve. H&R BLOCK 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. I 852- 1757 fastings; <ZCitp ^anfc 92 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad @ Hastings 4*mv* per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions ■ DIGITAUSTADIUM SEATING ■ 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 Call for Classifieds 945-9554 (Must be used within 3 months) DICITAUSTAOIUM SEATING ■ FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Ml. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. *4 *15 *25 *40 " 2 OSCAR NOMINATIONS " 1:10, 3:15, 5:20, 7:30, 9:35 ■ CROUCHIHG TIGER, HIDDEH ■ DRAGON (PG-13) Miscellaneous TANNING To celebrate March is Reading Month, kids are in­ vited to stop into the Put­ nam District Library to read a series of the fantasy world of Harry Potter. Along with the books, patrons can log onto the Harry Potter web site on ©THE MEXICAN (R) 1:25, 4:00, 6:40, 9:10 0 BROTHER WHERE ART THOU (PG-13) HELP WANTED: HOME Health Care assistance for disabled ladv. Nashville area, (616)852-1981. OAKVIEW AFC has open­ ings. Private & semi-private rooms starting at $900. Pri­ vate bath, family atmos­ phere, good location. Hast­ ings, (616)948-2352. Harry Potter is focus of ‘Reading Month’ I Putnam Library B _ _ _ Help Wanted Business Services VERMONTVILLE ROOFING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 13, 2001 - Page 4 Thornapple flood plain study to begin agreement Wednesday at the gion. An accurate determina­ Eaton County Court House tion of the area that may to conduct a flood plain experience flooding after a management study of the major storm currently does Thornapple River Water­ not exist. With’ results of this study, communities shed. This study will determine along the Thornapple River the flood risk to this rapidly , and Mud Creek in Eaton and developing residential re- Barry counties can plan for emergency transportation routes in the event of a and zoning regulation ------------------------------------- ---- | flood for building in flood prone ---- OPEN NOW-----areas. With the information Full Service Salon from the study, residents • Hair • Nails • Pedicures • Tanning living in flood prone areas ~ with this ad ~ may qualify for flood insur­ ance. Natural Resources Con­ Your first visit for | servation Service State Conservationist Donald any of our services. 436 W. State Street Hastings Williams explained, "The Hours: Monday - Friday 9-9; Sat. 9-5.. |■ _ (across from Pizzo Hull . Owncr/Stylist: Darla Thorpe need for quality, accurate in­ 948-7779 Nail Tech: Brandi Meek formation about the risk to communities is extremely important for preventing damage to property and safeguarding residents... The Nashville VFW 8260 Thornapple River flood plain management study will be a very high quality product and an invaluable or Same price with beverage tool for those communities in the Thornapple River Watershed." According to the Natural Resources Conservation Services, the watershed is experiencing development pressure due to its prime Friday, March 16th - 5:30 - 7:00 pm residential development lo­ cation. The total watershed area is 261,760 acres, or Adults — *5.00 • Children under 12 ~ *2.50 409 square miles, located in Barry, Ionia and Eaton coun- by Helen Mudry Staff Writer' Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conser­ vation Service, the State of Michigan, Barry and Eaton counties and area townships and villages signed an $5.00 off! 0 i TACO DiHMeR TACO SALAD TACOS is! is ALL-VOV-CAN-EAT “The need for quali­ ty, accurate informa­ tion about the risk to communities is extremely important for preventing dam­ age to property and safeguarding resi­ dents...” - Donald Williams, NRCS State Conservationist ties. The Thornapple River headwaters begin on the east side of Eaton County in Eaton Township near the village of Potterville. The river flows across the county into Barry County, going through the village of Nashville and through Thornapple Lake. The proposed study will stop at the McKeown Road Bridge crossing approximately two miles southeast of Hastings. There are approximately 319 parcels on Thornapple Lake and 47 homes on the Thor­ napple River and its main tributary, Mud Creek, which are potentially within the flood plain. There are also several golf courses and po­ tential residential develop­ ments, While flood damages are not high, officials say lack of information about flood hazard areas hampers wise development and land use decision in this area. JV eagers finish season at 14-6 AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER4 Cabinets Fiberglass Insulation Ceiotex g g Insulation \a n.C.Conic oomneic.to /AR Rhr Aquality. qnudaersye.n. Plywood Lumber Plumbing Supplies USC L Drywall PflinT Paints Roofs Hand & Power Tools & Wolverine Technologies ■--- — Time for New Siding? Marque-One I DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors SMI «« SWO® W&S8 /Oak z Pine Molding Armstrong Ceiling Tile I Dry Mix Crete & Supply The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. innoiatioii is our most valuable asset' HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.hoinetonlntnber.com Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball team defeated Springport 57-53 and Webberville 52-47 to close out its winter campaign. In both games, the Lions (14-6) started slow scoring 7 points in the first quarter against Webberville and one basket during the first eigh minutes versus Springport. Maple Valley then out scored its opponents botl by 15 points during the nex three quarters. Jim Hirneiss finished of his season by scoring 2 points against Springpor and 18 markers agains Webberville. He alsc managed 12 steals in the two contests. Jeff Taylor tallied 15 points and 8 points in the two games. Derek Musser led the squad in rebounding with 6 versus Springport and 12 in the game with Webberville. Other member's of this years JV team were Andy Keeler, Kyle Lesage, Brandon Schantz, Tony G Garn, Collin McLean, Ryan Grider, Rodrigo Palma, Eric Smith and Cameron Smith. Orvin Moore (left), chairman of the Potawatomi Resource Conservation and Development Council presents a plaque of appreciation to Ronald Williams, State Conservationist from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Services. Williams speaks to county and township officials from Eaton, Barry and Ionia counties about the importance of a flood plain management study for the Thornapple River and Mud Creek. The land use in the study area is 61% crop land, 21% forest land, 11% brush, 3% urban or built, 2% pasture and 2% lakes or other. There are 37 road cross­ ings on the Thornapple River and seven on Mud Creek in the study area. En­ croachment into the flood plain by land filling and de­ velopment constricts the flow of flood water. This re­ sults in floodwater depths increasing and an increase in the areas inundated during a flood. The plan is needed to implement effective man­ agement programs through zoning, health and building codes as well as other regu­ lations to protect the health, safety and welfare of the communities in the study area. The study will include aerial photography, field surveys, high water profiles, a base map, hydraulics, hy­ drology and flood plain dec­ laration. It will run from March of this year to March 2004 The projected cost of the study is $225,000 with $167,000, or 75%, coming from the USDA and $58,000 or 25% from state and local sources. Maple Valley Computer Center Local Internet Service All 56k Modems in Charlotte, Nashville, Lake Odessa and Portland Servicing Hastings, Clarksville, Saranac, Ionia, Mulliken, Woodland and Sunfield Spring Special One Year $179 with this Coupon 105 N. Main St., Nashville Ph. 517-852-1784 www.mvcc.com In Loving memory ofour dearfriend... SHERRY ROSCOE ...who went to heaven on 03/13/00 In our circle of friendship there is a missing link It’s just not the same without you and itt never will be - we think! We write this tribute to our friend who touched us in so many ways, For giving us a friend like Sherry, Lord we will thank You all of our days. There never was a dull moment with Sheny around She could turn our days into Sunshine and cheer us up when we were down! We miss that twinkle in her eyes and that mischievous look on her face... ■ Her funny stories and harmless pranks...are all memories that will never be erased The mention of her name brings laughter to a room She added so much to our lives, and she hated "Doom and Gloom” Her devotion to God was quite like none other. She was a wonderful wife and wonderful mother. The trips to the mall are just not the same. There is laughter and tears at the mention of her name. A golden heart has stopped beating, here on earth anyway. But it beats strong in Heaven where we will join her someday. So for now be our Sherry Angel, and watch us from a high. Until that day when we will be together and bid this world good-bye! - Suzy Corhuell, Janet Miller, Sandy Priddy �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday ...arch 13. 2001 - Page 5 Michigan Magnetics has Bulgarian visitors Hristo Mishkov runs tests at Michigan Magnetics last week. Mishkov was part of a group of Bulgarians who came to the plant to learn more about manufacturing and how the Vermontville plant works. people from the company's plant in Bulgaria in the area visit here the last two weeks, learning all about by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Michigan Magnetics, in Vermontville had five VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival TALENT SHOW Call • • • Friday, April 27 726-1077 or 852-0882 Three Divisions: Ages 6 and under Ages 7 - 17 years Ages 18 and over Hall for Rent St. Edward’s Family Center In Lake Odessa Smoke Free / Air Conditioned Handicap Accessible Full Kitchen Ample Lighted Parking Reasonably Priced 300 Person Capacity Call Elaine Johnson (616) 374-0251 In Memory of My Daughter Sherry Roscoe^ Oct. 29, 1952 - Marcit 13, Continued on pg. 6 2000 tfiougfit ofyou with love today 6ut tftat is nothing neiv. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: tfioujftt ofyou yesterday and the day before that too. think ofyou in sifence. I often speak your name. Aft I have arc memories and your picture in a frame. My heart stiff aches with sadness, my sitent tears stiff flow. For what it meant to lose wu - no one wtff ever ' && _ Your memory is my keepsake with which I wiff never part! A In life I loved you dearly, in death I love you stiff, in my heart you hold a place no one can everyfill. It broke my heart to lose you, hut you didn’t go alone, for & part of me tvent with you. how the local plant pro­ duces. Michigan Magnetics President Maxwell Schw­ artz said the plant has a subsidiary in Razlog, Bulgaria, which employs about 235 people. The plant was purchased by the company in August last year, and it produces primarily for their Asian and European markets. Both the Bulgarian and local plant manufacture magnetic heads. The plant in Vermontville employs about 36 people. "We have had a small group of production people here for a week and a half, learning about the products we manufacture, the methods we employ and everything associated with the manufacturing," he said. "They are training in the methods and mannerisms of this plant and will take this information back to Bulgaria to be in a more experienced mode for the work that we are sending over there." Those who came over included Manufacturing Manager Hristo Mishkov, Quality Manager Hristo Elchinov, Managing Engi­ neer Zoya Lipeva, Produc­ tion Manager Vania Topalova and Engineer Mariana Slancheva. & All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination.** Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone -number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- Hristo Mishkov, (from left) Hristo Elchinov, Zoya Lipeva, Vania Topalova, and Mariana Slancheva (not pictured) stand with Operations Manager Willy Schrepfer at Michigan Magnetics in Vermontville. The five visited the Vermontville plant from Bulgaria last week. TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • RL Hill Tax Service ui HI Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad 3 7 Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com HEAuTOR‘l MLS, Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI...................................................................Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).......................................................................726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)........................................................................... 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, March 25 2 to 4 p.m. 417 Philadelphia St. Priced to buy... $78,900 Your Host... Jerry Reese IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (M-116) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof fir furnace needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2-2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS recent updates make this a great opportunity!! Two bedroom apart­ ment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 & find out how easy it might be to has basement. Apartments Have own your own business. (V-113) separate utilities, front & rear stairs. Call Homer for more details & Appointment to see. (N-117) ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN & RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot live down­ stairs fir rent upstairs. 1\vo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim fir pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-II8) NEW LISTING COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES West of Nashville. 2 bedroom ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,500!! Call Nyle today for NASHVILLE NEW LISTING HASTINGS Charming 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, corner lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, con­ venient to town & low mainte­ nance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing & details today. (H-95) 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, I bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air & water-heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-119) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE - Perked 6t surveyed, ideal for tured home. Some trees, town. All this for just Call Nyle today. manufac­ dose to $14,900. (VL-73) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112). �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 13,2001 - Page 6 Engagements Department praised New part time cop hired in Nashville by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council hired two new part­ time police officers at last Thursday's meeting. Mike Lind and Dorthy Munster join the depart­ ment. The department was also thanked personally by Maple Valley Schools Transportation Director Pat Powers for apprehending two juveniles, suspected of stealing from the busses at the bus garage. Powers thanked the de- Carl “Jack” Moncrief, Sr. John CHARLOTTE Carl “Jack" Moncrief, Sr., age 59, of Charlotte, died Friday. March 9, 2001. Mr. Moncrief was born June II, 1941 in Salem, New Jersey, the son of Daniel and Mary (Schmidt) Moncrief. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth; daughter, Debor­ ah Mary (Ray) Fluegeman; granddaughters, Jessica, Stephanie and Danielle; mother, Mary (Merlin) Guilford; William (Joanne) Moncriefof North Carolina, Daniel (Judy) Moncrief of Fennville. Michigan, sisters, Anna (Jim) Mathis-Mullins of Nashville, Katherine (Jerry) McCormick of Maine, Ruth (Gary) Cole of Escanaba, Kay (Carroll) Cole of Charlotte; brothers­ in- law, Charles (Caron) Brown of Hayesville, North Carolina, David (Bev) Brown of Baltimore, Maryland; one step-brother; three step-sisters; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father in 1972, and sons , John Carl Moncrief, Jr. i 1965 and John Daniel Moncrief in 1991. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Pastor Jeff Bowman officiating. Interment will be in Gresham Cemetery in Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. partment for its extra effort in staking out the bus garage and waiting for the perpetrators to appear. The bus garage had been broken into repeatedly throughout a two week period, and some of the stolen items, such as a two-way radio, have been recovered by the police de­ partment In other business, the council: • Agreed to ask Con­ sumers Energy to put in a light and pole in the south­ east corner of Riverside Park so that the planned village car show will have electric­ ity. The car show, set for June 16, will include many activ­ ities and events for the vil­ lage. Organizer Dan Kellogg, who has spearheaded the car show, is still seeking input about the event and can be reached at (517) 852-2319. • Set a public hearing to amend a cross connection water ordinance. The changes are just basic word­ ing that needs to be in place for the water project. • Set a special meeting for tonight (Tuesday, March 13) to hire a new village office manager. Previous manager Cathy Lentz resigned two weeks ago, effective last Friday. Bulgarian visitors, from pg. 5 Call lor Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Water Gardening Seminar March 24 Callfor Reservations by March 19 9340 Kalamazoo Ave. Caledonia, MI 49316 616-698-1030 E-mail: apols@iserv.net Maple Valley Schools 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 will be receiving SEALED BIDS for varioustrades for the construction of a New Bus Maintenance Building on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 @ 3:00 p.m. local time. Bid documents may be obtained from Jill Booher at Maple Valley Schools 517-852-9699 Zoya Lipeva assembles heads in Vermontville last week to learn more about the process and take that knowledge back to the plant in Bulgaria. "They have been with the company for many years," added Schwartz. While here the group also had a chance to go to Minneapolis to the Mall of America, which they enjoyed, said Schwartz. Schwartz said to get a NationalAds DIET MAGIC. LOSE UP TO •30LBS/30 DAYS. PRO­ GRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)721­ 8804 WORK AT HOME FULL OR PART TIME FREE IN­ FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-3951 FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES FARM SHOP MECHANIC WAGES STARTING $9.00 TO $11.50 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA. MI E.O.E. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554, true "taste" of the Ver­ montville area, he would be sure to purchase some Vermontville maple syrup for them to take home. "They have gained a great deal of knowledge from being here and I think they have enjoyed them­ selves," he added. HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Haley-Mayfield Misty Marie Haley and Michael Jeremy Mayfield wish to announce their en­ gagement. The bride is a 1997 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School and is currently em­ ployed at Care-Free Win­ dows of Charlotte. The groom is a 1990 grad­ uate of Unionville-Sebe­ waing Area High School. He is currently employed at Al­ lied Finishing in Grand Rapids. A May 12, 2001 wedding is planned. Freeport Softball plans organizational meeting The Freeport Recreation Association will convene the annual manager meeting at the community center, Wednesday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m. Fastpitch and co-ed managers are urged to attend the meeting. President Marvin Blough said both leagues arc open for expansion as is the Monday night men's developmental fastpilch league. Blough said the Wednesday night men's fastpitch league will have at least one new team. The league would also like to form a high school girls and womens fastpitch league. Interested players should call Blough at (616) 765-3039 or page Larry Hamp al 239­ 0022. Anyone interested in forming new teams or a womens fastpitch league should attend the May 2 meeting. Association board members agreed they can help to gel new teams off the ground. "Our mens developmental fastpitch league is unique," Blough said. "We'll supply a pitcher if you don't have one." Vermontville senior citizens meet March 21 The Vermontville Senior Citizens group will meet at noon Wednesday, March 21, at the United Methodist Church. There will be a potluck. Those attending arc asked to bring a dish to pass. COMING SOON: A story and photos from last weekend's MHSAA Lower Peninsula Individual Wrestling Finals in Detroit will appear in Thursday's Hastings Banner and the Tuesday, March 20 Maple Valley News. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on March 22, 2001 at 7:00 pm in the council chambers. The purpose is to hear public com­ ments on an amendment to Ordinance #1-1179B, the cross connection ordinance. Any written comments can be directed to the village office on or before March 21, 2001. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk NOTICE MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1,2001, thru March 31,2002, will be held in con­ junction with the annual meeting at the township hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville, on March 31, 2001, at 1:30 p.m. Copies of the proposed budg­ et may be obtained at the township hall. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Susie Butler, Clerk, by writing 9752 Evart Rd., Nashville, or by phoning 852-1859. A special meeting of the Maple Grove Township Board will be held immediately follow­ ing the annual meeting. Susie Butler, Clerk Maple Grove Township �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 13. 2001 - Page 7 Vermont visit, continued from oz. 8 think. You can also get as much sap from the smaller spiles as the larger ones." While there, Joyce and Karen had the chance to shop at a large craft fair. "It was very cold, and we were walking around, taking it all in... there were pretty expensive crafts... Karen was interested in this rocking chair, but it was $800. "While we were walking along, we saw a man who made ladies’ hats by hand and there was this really nice one that I thought matched my coat exactly... the price was a little more than I wanted to pay. We walked around some more and bought some home­ made flutes for the kids and grandkids and right about when we were going to board the bus, Karen looked at me and said, 'Are you sure you wouldn't like to get that hat?' I told her then that I knew if I did not go get that hat, I would kick myself all the way home. So we went back and got it... sure enough, when I got home and could match it with my coat it went perfectly. I've gotten quite a few compliments on it." On the way back from the conference, the Haighs got a chance to see Nia­ gara Falls at night time, with the lights shining on the water. 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 Pip • 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 Cobb 19th century was just one of many exhibits the Haighs saw at the conference. Joyce Haign holds the program guide to the International Maple Syrup Conference. She also wears the hat she purchased at a craft show during her trip to Vermont. "It was really cold and blowing around icy rain... but it was worth it to see the falls with lights, it was beautiful. That is my third time seeing the falls, but the first at night." Joyce, who celebrated her 77th birthday last week, said all six of her kids have been out to the bush this past week to help with the tapping of the trees. She estimated that she and Larry have 3,000 taps this year. "We are just waiting for it to run (the sap)," she said. "We heard of a few people making some this Pinocchio’ auditions planned The Vermontville Revue will hold auditions for "Pinocchio," a children's musical, on Monday, March 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Opera House in Vermontville. The Revue is looking to cast kids in from fourth to eighth grades, and they must be accompanied by a parent at the audition. Rehearsals are set to start March 20. Rehearsals will be on Monday, Tues­ day and Thursday from 3:15 to 5:30 p.m. Show dates are set for May 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13. weekend, but really it's got to be a little warmer, and we have had some really strong wind that has to quiet down." "All in all it was a won­ derful trip... next year it will be in Minnesota and we are hoping there will be enough people in Michigan interested to take the bus down there. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 When You Can Pay This Little Why Settle For Anything Less? LT133 Lawn Tractor Now you can mow your * 13-hp overhead-valve engine whole lot for very little. ■ 5-speed, shift-on-the-go transmission ■38-inch mower deck How so? With a premium • Over 9 attachments available John Deere tractor, featuring only$38permomth' a fully welded frame and overhead-valve engine. Or perhaps an easy- starting genuine John Deere walk-behind mower is more your pace. Either way, you get a whole lot of quality for a whole lot less than you JS60 Walk-Behind Mower HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 6-hp engine probably expected to pay Push type for a John Deere. Plus, Mulch cover and side-discharge chute 90 days Same-As-Cash.* standard, bagger optional Come on: you owe it to 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 - only $299 yourself. Don’t settle for a lesser brand or an older model. See your John Deere dealer today (offers end 1438GS Sabre* Lawn Tractor July 4,2001). Besides, * 14.5-hp overhead-valve engine anything less than the * 5-speed, shift-on-the-go transmission •38-inch mower deck reassuring green means ONLY $1f459 you're just settling. www.JohnDeere.com PLUMBING REPAIR No drip too small 5 years experience Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 ’Offers end July 4.2001 Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Revolving Plan, for non-commercial use If the balance is not paid in full by the end of the Same-As-Cash promotional period, interest will be assessed from the original date of purchase at 198 percent APR with a SO 50 per month mvumum Other special rates and terms may be available, including installment financing and financing lor commercial use Available at participating dealers Prices and models may vary by dealer STO1M70I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 13,2001 - Page 8 Vermontville maple syrup producers visit Vermont along. The three rode with other interested people from Michigan on a bus out to the sight of the three-day conference, in Burlington, Vt. "We were housed at the Sheraton Hotel in Burling­ ton," said Joyce. "We rode the bus a day and a half to get there and made a cou­ ple stops on the way out. We stopped at Delta Pro­ cessing, where they sell syrup in bulk and make by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Local maple syrup pro­ ducers Joyce, Larry and Karen Haigh traveled to Vermont at the end of last year to the International Syrup Association meet­ ing. Larry is a delegate from Michigan, as he is presi­ dent of the Maple Syrup Association of Michigan. His mother, Joyce, is a producer, and his wife, Karen, also wanted to go The Dog House & <x Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds hi G Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands _________ Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer several different maple products." At the conference, the trio attended several meet­ ings. "There were meetings on production and im­ provements in production, ways to sell the products, recent research with the maple syrup industry and where they hope- to re­ search in the future... just different topics," she said. "There was great cama­ raderie among the people, I made a lot of new friends,” she said. While there, they toured five different family sugar bushes. Joyce said most of the bushes there are on the tubing system, as their bushes have lots of hills. "Most all of them tube to one central spot," she explained. "A couple of _th__em had really nice gift shops attached, and some combined the syrup with a dairy farm." "The newest thing that we were the most inter­ ested in were the smaller spiles... Larry studied them quite a bit and I have put in 150 new ones this year and he has put in new ones, too. The good thing about the new spiles is that they are smaller, so you don't need as big of a hole drilled into the tree so it heals much faster, they See syrup producers, pg. 1 Joyc© Haigh said many of ths sugar bushes in Vermont had gift shops such as this one, to increase profits, and offer a variety of maple products to the community. The Haighs toured this sugar house in Vermont as part of the International Maple Syrup Conference. ssssssssssssss s Boneless, Skinless 97% Fat Free Chicken Breast Deli % Roast Beef J fsssssssssssss Pork Cutlets Beef Liver $4*89 Deli Sliced Cheese Asst. Flavors 5 qt. Country Maid ice Cream B Bareman’s 1/2% & Fat Free gallon Milk 28 oz. Peanut Butter ice Cream Sandwiches SiSOO Raisin Bran Only 20 oz. Parade 64 oz, Apple Juice Frosted Flakes 17 oz. Shredded Wheat smsos i Campbell’s Oven Fresh 24 oz. Red Delicious Apples $>639 I Sour Cream W29‘®s Cream of Split Top Mushroom Wheat Bread Soup MIL* Bareman’s 16 oz. Baking Potatoes Great If Lakes n Easter Cards Bread 20 oz. 29 Ice Castle 12 pk. Beautiful 17.3 oz. Pillsbury Biscuits Grands! N.B.C. Oreo Cookies $4999 2 Liter Orange Crush 128 oz. Fabric Softener Nice & Fluffy BOO Liquid xtra Laundry Detergent 2/$eoo Pepsi 12 Pack loaf 17.6 pounds Dog Food Minneola Tangelo Oranges Mainstay «9 12 oz. Pkg. Keebler Deluxe 55 Grahams Northern Bath Tissue i«199 12 oz. Pkg. Keebler Fudge Stripes White Grapefruit $e69 Vermontville Phone Grocery 726-1570 Phone Open 8 am-8 pm Mon. 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-03-20.pdf 2c5f5685b156008e0f6caff43e725a19 PDF Text Text PublishectbyJ-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 HighwayjJHastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 12/March 20, 2001 Child porn website busted in Nashville by Shelly Sulser and Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writers In what is believed to be the first arrest of its kind in United States history, a Nashville man was charged Monday, March 12, with racketeering and 18 other charges relating to operating a child porn­ ography website, Lolitaskin.com, said Mich­ igan Attorney Gen-eral Jennifer Granholm. "We believe this is the first case in the country where anybody has filed criminal enterprise charges to shut down a child pornography website," said Granholm. "We know for sure it's the first case in Michigan. This case has enormous ramifications." Michael Wayne Komejan, 27, of Guy Road in Maple Grove Township, is accused of operating a fee based web site that con­ tained more than 2,000 pictures of children whom authorities estimated to be between the ages of 9 and Mt Michael Komejan 14 years. "We are not alleging that he made the porn himself, we are just saying that he distributed it,” said Granholm. According to assistant attorney Kelly Carter who 15 prosecuting the case, Komejan is suspected of collecting the images from other sources such as mag­ azines originating from foreign countries and from CD ROMS. "We don't have any in­ dication he was involved in the manufacture or pro­ duction of child pornogra­ phy," she said. "We’ve only charged him with the distribution of the images that he was able, it looks to us, to collect." He turned himself in to the Barry County Sheriffs Department Monday and was arraigned shortly thereafter when a $10,000 cash or surety bond was set. Komejan was released on bond after his arraign­ ment. A March 21 prexamhearing has been sched­ uled to take place in Barry County District Court. The maximum penalty for the felony charges is 20 years in prison and/or a $100,000 fine. In an eight month inves­ tigation that crossed inter­ national borders and in­ volved federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, Granhom's High Tech Crime Unit uncov- Attorney General Jennifer Granholm talks about the child pornography case at a press conference held Wednesday in Grand Rapids. ered the site, which charged users $24.99 a month to view and down­ load images of the primar­ ily female children. It was an intensive in­ vestigation, Granholm said. "It sent us from Nashville to California (where the server was lo­ cated) to Australia (where the company that owns the server is located) to New Mexico where the biller for the server was located. As you can see this was a complex investigation," Granholm said. "We part­ nered with the feds with See child porn website, pg. 2 Firemen’s Breakfast this weekend by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The 11th Annual Castle­ ton-Maple Grove-Nashville Firemen's Breakfast will be held Saturday, March 24, and Sunday, March 25, to raise money for new de­ partment equipment. The breakfast will fea- ture all-you-can-eat pan­ cakes, sausage, sausage and biscuits, coffee, juice, and milk and will run both days from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Price is $5 for adults, and $3 for kids 5-12. Firefighter Brian Chaf­ fee said, "All the firefight­ ers come and cook and the wives come down and help too...which is a good thing because last year we had some fire calls and the wives were pretty much running the show for a while during that breakfast." "We usually takeall the trucks out of the building , The 11th Annual Nashville Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast will be held this year to raise funds for new department equipment. Residents are invited to come down to the fire building in downtown Nashville and enjoy all you can eat pancakes with fresh maple syrup. and we leave one truck in for folks and kids to tour and ask questions... usually we display a new piece of equipment but we have not bought anything this past year." "This is really the only fund-raiser we have. We usually have a good turnout, serving 400 to 500 people. Last year was our best year yet, but we are hoping to do even better this year." Chaffee said the com­ munity support of the de­ partment has been good. "We do it to raise funds for the department, but also we do it to get people down here and mingle and get to know everyone. A lot of people ask ques­ tions, one of the most common is if there is a charge when the depart­ ment is called to their house, and no there is not." Chaffee .said all 20 of the firemen take turns cooking and talking with the breakfastgoers. This year the fire truck purchased by the depart­ ment a year and a half ago will be on display and open for the kids and adults to tour. Fireman Brian Chaffee stands by the newest fire truck in the department which will be on display at the annual pancake breakfast. In This Issue • Band bust evenings are Thursdays, Fridays • It’s been good sap boiling season so far • Drug sniffing dog visits Maplewood school students • Dozen from area medal at state mat finals �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20, 2001 - Page 2 Child porn website, continued from front page this case and we will con­ tinue to be working with the FBI." Granholm alleges that Komejan collected at least $18,670 from the operation of the site during the eight months of the investiga­ tion. After receiving a tip on the case, investigators from the High Tech Crime Unit used a debit card to purchase a membership to the site. With this membership, investigators were able to view, download and print a portion of the site cap­ tioned "Lolita Skin- Awe­ some Young Naked Girls." Of the thousands of pic­ tures on the site, the chief medical examiner for Oak­ land County was ulti­ mately asked to review a total of 51 pictures of the children in sexually ex­ plicit poses to determine their ages. According to Granholm, these images ftieet the definition of Child Sexually Abusive Material under Michigan law. Specifically, the law prohibits "lascivious exhi­ bition of the genital, pubic or rectal area of any per­ son" that could be described as "wanton, lewd, and lustful and tending to produce... lewd emotions." "For any parent to look at these pictures, it would make you sick, just sick," she said. "It's so wrong and that's why the message we are sending is that we will come out hard on anyone who would take advantage of children like that." Police raided the Nashville home and the web hosting service in California simultaneously on Jan. 3. From Komejan's home, authorities confiscated four computers, sexually ex­ plicit video tapes, com­ pact disks, magazines and <5 0)tanas cpQace I J The Place to Go E « For Professional Styling §5 Corner ofM-66 and Thornapple Lake Road jfi) ®| Owner Diana Kuempel rfa 1-517-852-9481 L Call945-9554for maple Valley News aCTION-Ms! phot^raphs. the raid, Also during dur troopers from the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police assisting the task force located less than one ounce of controlled sub­ stances in plain view, ac­ cording to authorities. Police said they found marijuana on a dining room table and later lo­ cated a suspected grow operation in a room in the basement. Troopers also allegedly found a number of items related to the manufacture of marijuana and a number of weapons. Drug and felony firearm charges originally issued against Komejan and his brother have been dis­ missed by the Barry County Prosecutor's office, said Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill Tuesday, the day before both men were scheduled to appear for a pre-exam hearing. "The legal complexity of defending a search warrant involving evidentiary is­ sues and the internet is well within the abilities of the Attorney General's of­ fice," said McNeill. "This office will reconsider pos­ session of marijuana charges after the court has reviewed the Internet evi­ dentiary issues." Komejan's brother, Brian, however, is not sus­ pected of being involved in the child pornography case, authorities said. In Fremont, Calif., where the server is physi­ cally located, an investi­ gator was able to "image the hard drive" and obtain various logs. Investigators confirmed that Komejan used one or more computers at his home to operate the site and he collected the money from a post office box in Potterville. “We do have some infor­ mation about other sub­ scribers, but I don't think we have a complete list. We're looking into the way .that we're going to pursue any clients." - Kelly Carter, assistant attorney Granholm said investiga­ tors believe that Komejan did not have a job while operating the site. "He is not married... does not have children... he has no known link to children," Granholm said. Granholm said effort and an investigation continues into trying to identify the victims in the pornography and to identify customers of the site. "We do have some in­ formation about other sub­ scribers, but I don't think we have a complete list," said Carter. "We're looking into the way that we're go­ ing to pursue any clients." Possessing child pornog­ raphy is a misdemeanor, she said, while distributing child pornography consti­ tutes a felony. Granholm indicated that she would push for legisla­ tive changes that would boost possession to a felony "as a result of the volumes of pictures here," she said. She added that: "We don't know where the chil­ dren were from. We will be following up to find out whether there are any vic­ tims certainly in Michigan or anywhere and make way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-53S-7203_ 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids A Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $4.75 with Student ID $5.00 Late Shows Fri A Sat _______Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills A .25s Co Stadium Seating Gives YOUj An Unobstructed View j EVERYONE Write-in wins in village election Incumbent Carroll Wolff ran uncontested for presi­ dent with 49 votes. Incum­ bent Frank Dunham and newcomer Ralph Kirk also ran uncontested for twoyear council positions with 51 and 43 votes, respec­ tively. A total 64 people voted in Monday's elections and there was one spoiled bal­ lot. SHOWS VALID 3/16 - 3/22 THE MEXICAN (R) . 1:25, 4:00, 6:40, 9:10 O EXIT WOUNDS (R) 0I6ITAUSTADIUM SEATING 1:10, 3:15, 5:20, 7:25, 9:30 CHOCOLAT(R) DIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 12:00, 2:25, 4:50, 7:10, 9:40 CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON (PG-13) ii asctn iiuiiitiois STAN TRUMBLE ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY Looking for a Unique Graduation Announcement? Carlson Craft announcements let you select the wording, the inV color, and the design to create an announcement that is YOU’ 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ^Auto-Owners Insurance Home Car Business No ProbCl/rn Ppjonfn® 9105 9:00 SEE SPOT RUN (PG) 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00 I or from Life legal behavior. It's churn­ ing society's dark under­ side to the surface." Granholm cautioned parents to be involved and aware of where their chil­ dren visit on line. "Pornography on the In­ ternet is big business," she said. "The First Amend­ ment protects most of it, but some, like the images we're charging in the case, cross that line into illegal behavior. What that means for parents is that there are a myriad of places on the web where' our children can stumble onto inappro­ priate and even illegal ma­ terial. The best way to pro­ tect your child from being exposed is to be a partici­ pant in your child's on-line activities. "It is not a great place to let your children to play unless you are there with them," she added. When asked if Granholm was surprised that this was happening in a small town like Nashville, she said, "This stuff is surprising anywhere it occurs... It is surprising in Michigan, and I am surprised it happens at all... surprised and disgusted." SAT & SUN © 10 & 11 AM 3/24 i 3/25 DIGIMON (G) Voters in the village of Nashville elected four people to council positions and re-elected its presi­ dent. Write-in candidate Charles Sheldon scored an open two-year seat on the Nashville Village Council with three votes, while Gary White lost his bid for a one-year seat with 18 votes against incumbent Steve Wheeler's 45 votes. There’s a better sure law enforcement in that area follows up to make sure the girl gets help as well as the maker of the porn prosecuted," she said. According to Granholm, her office is working with the Federal Bureau of In­ vestigation's Innocent Images project which cata­ logs all known child porno­ graphic pictures. "Some of them are im­ ages we've seen other places, some of them have been shipped around, but some of them have not," she said. Komejan's charges in­ clude one count of racke­ teering, 15 counts of dis­ tribution of child pornogra­ phy and two counts of us­ ing a computer to commit a crime. "As far as child pornog­ raphy sites in the United States, there really aren't that many," said Carter. "The majority tend to op­ erate off shore in foreign countries where I'm sure they feel they can get away with it." In this case, said Carter, "we were luckily able to go behind the technology to get around the Aus­ tralian connection and to bring it back to the United States so that we can prosecute." "Before we entered this Internet age, no club would publicly have dared to hawk an opportunity to view and purchase child pornography," added Granholm. "The web, however has made it easy for people to find others who share their penchant for il- I HIT OUR WtB@ www.gqti.comi I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20, 2001 - Page 3 Band Bust evenings are Thursday, Friday Maple Valley’s high school band will put on its annual band bust at 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday. It’s an evening packed full of laughs and musical acts. This will be an opportunity for students to show off other talents besides playing their instruments. The band does these Band Busts for two reasons - to take a little time off to have some fun after months of hard work and to provide the band with a fund-raiser. The school pays for some things that the band does, just as any other class; however, this funding isn’t always enough. The Band Boosters, made up of parents of band GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm HOMETOWN! LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 HORIZON Dixie Brand, Owner/ Licensed Builder Office: (517) 726-0721 (877) 726-1100 Fax: (517) 726-1300 E-Mail: horizon @ ia4u.net Builders & Homes Sales,, INC.. 2475 Ionia Road - Vermontville, Ml 49096 yy HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! o 945-9554 members, help to arrange fund-raisers to help pay for other needed equipment. All of the money earned from the evening’s event will go to help band members pay for their forth coming trip. Band Bust this year will be held in the Maple Valley High School auditorium March 22 and 23. The cost will be $4 per person at the door. There will also be a can for free-will donations at the door. Band members are going on a trip this spring to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The band will be competing against other bands from all over the nation. Students will com- pete in concert, parade, and jazz. The honors choir will also add their talents to the group’s overall performance. Both the honors choir and jazz band rehearse on their own time. The students prac­ tice either before or after school hours and don’t receive any school credit for Maple Valley Chapel ^od is Always Watching Being our Creator, God knows us better than we know ourselves, and He is aware ofeverything in our lives. He knows about all of our problems and all ofourjoys, and he knows our good qualities as well as our shortcomings. Sometimes we may forget that God is watching us. We may believe that when we do something wrong, it's not really that bad if no one sees us or if we do not get caught. We may even rationalize our actions and try to convince ourselves that the wrong we did was Justified. However, God never rationalizes our behavior and he knows what is in our hearts. Even with all of our imperfections. He loves us and forgives our wrongdoing. Whenever we are tempted or realize that we may have sinned or hurt someone, we should ask our Lord's forgiveness and try to make amends. The Lord's Prayer exemplifies God's grace and mercy when we pray, "forgive us our sins, just as we have forgiven those who have sinned against us.” Ifwe confess our sins. He is faithful andjust, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager 0 Chuckwagon Cafe £ 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 ain-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm SWOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. Askfor our sales Dept. their participation. Most people in honors choir are involved with the program because they don’t have enough room in their schedules to take choir; so this allows them to share their musical talents. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship..... .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.............................. 7 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................... 11 Evening Worship............................ 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ot Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ......... a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110-S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................ 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship 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 ......... . n a-hiP.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 M.orning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training (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 SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................., .7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets M-79 West Sunday Schoo .Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF-BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ....................... 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Worship Service ........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev David T Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .............. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20,2001 - Page 4 Vermontville women thank local merchants Dancers in the Heinzman School of Irish Dance perform for the Vermontville area merchants and the Vermontville Women's club last week. Local merchants and Vermontville Women's Club members enjoy refreshments and socializing after dinner last Thursday night. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Wom­ en's Club sponsored a catered dinner and enter­ tainment last week for vil­ lage merchants. The dinner, held at the Opera House, was a way to thank merchantsfor all they do in the community, said club treasurer Eunice Borrelli. "This*was by invitation and it is our way of honor­ ing the merchants in the area and saying thank you for all the contribute to the community," she said. Representatives from Stantons, the hardware store, Michigan Magnet­ ics, the Standard Station, Me Auto, and many more were at the dinner last Thursday night. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival TALENTSH0W Friday, April 27 A AA Call 726-1077 or 852-0882 Three Divisions: • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7 - 17 years • Ages 18 and over TANNING f Sa •4 *15 *25 *40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tucs.-Thure. 8 am-8 pm, fri. 8am-7 pm; Sal. 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 After the dinner the group, which had a Happy St. Patrick's Day theme, merchants and women's club members, had a chance to see children and adults from the Heinzman School of Irish Dance per­ form. The dance school is based in Detroit, and members performed differ­ ent dances to traditional Irish music. Dance instructor Peggy Murphy also talked a bit to the crowd about Irish cus­ toms, and traditions and Celtic costumes. The Vermontville Wom­ en's Club has been in exis­ tence since 1940, Borrelli said. The club coordinates the craft show at the syrup festival, beautifies the vil­ lage and Opera House, holds the salad bingo, plants trees in the village and has other community minded activities. COMMISSION ON AGING MENU Lite Meals Wednesday, March 21 Tuna salad, ww bread, poppyseed, com, pineapple. Thursday, March 22 Seafood pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, mandarin, oranges. Friday, March 23 Turkey salami, ww bread, peaches, fruit Jell-O. Monday, March 26 Ham salad spread, pea and cheese salad, dinner roll, diced pears. Tuesday, March 27 Cheese spread, Rye Krisps, marinated, vege’s, plums. Hearty Meals Wednesday, March 21 Chicken and dumplings, asparagus, diced carrots, cake. Thursday, March 22 Cheese omelete, country potatoes, spiced peaches, English muffin, apple juice. Friday, March 23 Sloppy joe, bakery bun, German potato salad, diced beets, sweet treat. Monday, March 26 Beef teriyaki, seasoned rice, Oriental veg., corn, grape juice. Tuesday, March 27 BBQ chicken, spinach, pork and beans, combread, pear. Events Wednesday, March 21 Hastings, nails, crafts; Nashville, Harland music; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, consumers issues, 12:30. Thursday, March 22 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swimming. Friday, March 23 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn; Woodland, birth­ day party. Monday, March 26 Hastings, line dancing; Nashville, Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, March 27 Hastings, reading; Nash­ ville, puzzle day. . One of our clients got his money in 24 hours and 8 minutes. Naturally, we apologized for the Sminute delay. With our Refund Anticipation Loan, you'll get the amount of your refund in as little as 24 hours. An additional fee is charged by Household Bank, f.s.b., the lender for this loan service. The bank will disclose the rate ofinterest. Loan subject to approval. H&R BLOCK ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 Foster Care OAKVIEW AFC has openings. Private & semi-private rooms starting at $900. Pri­ vate bath, family atmosphere, good location. Hast­ ings, (616)948-2352. Peggy Murphy explains to the local merchants and Vermontville Women's Club members about the traditional costumes of the Irish dancers, who performed at the Opera House last Thursday. SpoelstraMcClure Cara Spoelstra and Mike McClure would like to an­ nounce their engagement. Cara is a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley High School and Mike is a 1986 graduate of Paragould High School in Paragould, AR and a 1990 graduate of Hendrix College in Conway, AR. An April 6, 2001 wedding is planned. Hall for Rent St. Edward’s Family Center In Lake Odessa Smoke Free / Air Conditioned Handicap Accessible Full Kitchen Ample Lighted Parking For Rent Reasonably Priced FOR RENT: Large two bed­ room apartment in Nash­ ville, $550 per month, includes utilities. For informa­ tion please call (517)726-1159 or (517)726-1232. 300 Person Capacity Call Elaine Johnson (616) 3 74-0251 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20, 2001 - Page 5 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Sawmill bad use of AR zoning Dear editor: Homeowners in Castleton Township need to be aware of a zoning variance request before the County Planning/ Zoning Commission that would, if granted, allow the operation of a large sawmill an Agriculturalin Residential (AR) zoned area. The request will be acted on at the Monday March 26, commission meeting. There are six basic criteria that an applicant must meet to qualify for a zoning vari­ ance under the County Code. (See Section 7.2 Basis for Determination for complete details). We believe that a sawmill in an AR zone cannot meet all of these requirements and should therefore not be allowed. The most important rule states: “Will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be har­ monious with the existing or Miscellaneous FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. intended character of the general vicinity and that such a use will not change the essential character ofthe area in which it is proposed to be located.” We would like to know how a sawmill — with its noise, heavy trucks, loaders and by-prod­ ucts such as slabwood and mountains of sawdust - will be “harmonious” with our residential and small farm community? How could it not change the essential character ofthe area? The second rule that applies here says: “Will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future nearby uses.” Are we to believe that a large sawmill with its screeching saw blades would not disturb existing nearby homes and that large logging trucks wouldn’t be extreme­ ly noisy? We know well that they, and all other heavy equipment used there, would create an ungodly racket. Logging trucks would have to enter and exit the site onto M-79 on a curving hill with very limited sight lines - definitely a traffic hazard. Other potential hazards include air and water pollu­ tion. The proposed sawmill is adjacent to High Banks Creek, and is virtually sur­ rounded by wetlands. How would waste products be handled? Sawdust fires are another potential hazard. Would slabwood and bark be burned on site, creating nox­ ious fumes and ash? Thirty-four adjacent and nearby homeowners and landowners have signed a petition in opposition, filed with the Planning and Zoning Commission. In addition, the Castleton Township Board voted unanimously to oppose a sawmill at this location. We agree with the Township Board that sawmills have their place, but this proposed location is not that place. Zoning ordinances pro­ vide for the orderly alloca­ tion of land uses throughout a given area, and are intend­ ed to help separate potential­ ly conflicting uses from one another. We believe that granting a zoning variance for a sawmill in our AR area would not meet the require­ ments of the County Code, and would lead to environ­ mental degradation and a substantial lowering ofexist­ ing property values. It would also be a “green light” to others who might seek vari­ ances for other non-eonforming businesses. Win and Judy Shaughnessy, Castleton Township Legal advice available to seniors Legal Services of Southern Michigan will conduct interviews for legal advice and possible repre­ sentation, without charge, to interested seniors on Wednesday, April 4, from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 N. Main, Nashville. A short presentation will also be provided. Legal Services of Southern Michigan is a non­ profit organization which provides high quality legal assistance, representation and education to low income people in Calhoun, Branch, and Hillsdale counties and seniors in St. Joseph and Barry counties. The agency seeks, through its board, staff, volunteers and pro bono attorneys, to ensure that its clients are given equal access to the justice system. It is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the State Bar of Michigan and local United Ways. The advice and counsel at the senior sites is funded pri­ marily by Federal Title III “Older Americans Act” funds and by Calhoun County Senior Millage. Sunfield blood drive nets 27 units Sunfield citizens rolled up their sleeves last Monday to donate 27 units of blood. Kathy Sayer and Lee Bosworth earned their twogallon pins. Howard East­ man earned a nine-gallon pin. Good Time Pizza in Nashville provided pizza for all the donors. The next blood drove at the Sunfield United Brethren Church is Monday, May 14, from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Are you interested erested in cutting and styling hair? ( Making people look and feel better? Ifyou answered “yes” and styling and designing hair is what y have always wanted to do, then we have the answerfor you. We are state licensed to teach and train in the techniques THAT ARE NEEDED FOR YOU TO BECOME A STYLIST— ...2-YEAR PROGRAM ...20 HOURS A WEEK ...COST IS LOW ...SAVINGS OF *6,000 Call now to set up an appointmentfor an interview THE NEW IMAGE 101 N. Main Street — Woodland J 367-4528 or toll-free 1-877-688-8118 0 Hours open: Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturd Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. ■ » Nashville Firemen ■ If All-You-Can-Eat Pure Maple Syrup Saturday & Sunday March 24 th and 25th 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Adults $5.00 Kids $3.00 - Under 5 FREE ♦ �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. March 20. 2001 - Page 6 It's been good sap boiling season so far Steve Hayes stirs the sap at the Maple Manor, as it is slowly boiled into syrup. MAPLE VALLEY Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Steve Hayes (from left) Gerald Lundstrum, and Gene Fisher have been hard at work collecting and boiling sap this year at the Maple Manor. All three men are helping coordinate volunteers to help with the process to give the area residents a hands on experience making maple syrup. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lanslng-realestate.com MLS, Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI....................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)......................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)............................................................................. 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE REW LISTING HASTINGS Charming 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, corner lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, con­ venient to town dr low mainte­ nance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing flr details today. (H-95) Sunday, March 25 2 to 4 p.m. 417 Philadelphia St. Priced to buy... $78,900 Your Host... Jerry Reese COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRESl Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof 6t furnace NASHVILLE needs some TLC on the inside. 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live In) Call today for your private show- down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air at water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details (N-119) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! See sap boiling, pg. 8 On 2nd floor, building is 20x79 8t has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front & rear stairs. Call Homer for more details 8t Appointment to see. (N-117) ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN & RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot live down­ stairs 8r rent upstairs. TWo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim ar pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-118) Gerald Lundstrum stands by some of the many maple syrup sizes available for sale at the Maple Manor. Fresh syrup made just this season is already for sale, said Lundstrum. fastings Op Teller Part-Time Are you searching for a flexible, part-time position in a friendly and professional work environment? Hastings City Banks is seeking individuals who fit this description to fill positions that we currently have open in our: Hastings & Nashville Offices The job requirements include: a general aptitude for math, good attention to detail, excellent customer relation skills and an outstanding work ethic. Basic computer knowledge is a plus. However, training will be provided. NASHVILLE NEW LISTING 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, 2 large kitchen, open stairway 8t 2 Some parcels are "wooded" range Perked & surveyed, ideal for manufac-- car attached garage, geat family in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres tured home. Some trees, close to home!! Call Nyle today , to find out all are perk tested. Call Homer for town. town. All this for just $14,900. how to use your tax return to purmore details. (VL-107/112) (VL-73) chase this home. (N-121) (VL-107/112) Call Nyle today.. ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE - munity volunteers. "We have had good in­ terest so far," he said. "We wanted to do this to give the community a more hands-on experience and learn how to make the syrup... we have had 25 volunteers sign up already, but we are always looking for more." Fisher said that if any­ one, or family is interested in collecting the sap from IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS West of Nashville. 2 bedroom ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,500!! Call Nyle today for a private showing. (CH-120) VACANT LAND The boiling of the sap has begun at the Maple Manor in Vermontville, signaling the start of syrup season and the countdown to the syrup festival. "It has officially started and this has already been a really good week," said Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation Vice President Steve Hayes last Wednes­ day. "We are having an ex- ceptionally good week... last year was a blah year. All the producers I have talked to so far are really pleased and we have had great weather." Local producer, and peer designated "syrup expert" Gerald Lundstrum said, "So far so good this sea­ son." Corporation president Gene Fisher said that this year is the first the corpo­ ration is boiling and col­ lecting sap with all com- Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (N-116) NEW LISTING COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity!! TWo bedroom apart­ ment perfect for owner or rent for extra Income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own business. (V-113) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer If this type of position looks interesting to you, please stop by the Human Resources Department at our Hastings loca­ tion and complete an employment application. We are open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Our location is 150 W. Court St., Hastings, MI. EOE/M-F �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20, 2001 - Page 7 Drug sniffing dog visits Maplewood school students Film Processing For all your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! M/fe want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs. The Best Color Possible! That’s what you get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your Viggo, the Eaton County narcotics dog pays a friendly visit to the kids at Maplewood. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Viggo, the Eaton County narcotics dog, made a friendly visit to Maple­ wood Elementary school last week. Deputy David Kuntzsch from the department said Viggo often makes ap­ pearances at the schools and works as friendly ice breaker between police of­ ficers and the kids. "He tolerates the kids really well," he said. "Many drug dogs don't, but he's great with kids." Maplewood kids got a chance to pet Viggo and learn about what he does. Viggo, Kuntzch said, is the department's only drug and narcotics dog. He has the ability to search for drugs, suspects and miss­ ing people. Viggo is frequently asked by schools to do drug searches by sniffing out lockers, Kuntzch said. "Schools often ask up to do the searches and when they ask, we do them, but this is a friendly visit." Kuntzch said Viggo was Parent-teacher conferences planned Breakfast to help MV senior year: TAXES • TAXES * RL Hill Tax Service in 5 - Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville 0 Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad g m ® • TAXES • TAXES Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair j The Vermontville United Methodist Church Youth will have a Group community breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Friday March 30. The breakfast will help one of its members, Maple Valley senior Troy Sloan, attend an International Track Meet June 29 in Europe, to which he has been invited. The breakfast will be $3 per person and will include refreshments. The youth group is asking that anyone who cannot attend the breakfast but would like to contribute to the trip to send a donation to the church, payable to the Youth Group c/o Troy Sloan, or call (517) 726­ 0633. M g M 5 CO 7 Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience . Business Services B Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville recess. • Friday, April 13 - Good Friday, no school. • Friday, April 27 - Teacher in-service day, no school. • Monday, May 28 Memorial Day. No School. • Sunday, June 3 Commencement. Parent-Teacher Confer­ ences for Maple Valley Jr.Sr. High School, will be held Wednesday, March 28, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursday, March 29, from 1 to 7 p.m. Students will be released at 11:10 a.m. on Thursday. School is not in session on Friday, March 30. The basic schedule for the remainder of the academic TAXES • TAXES TAXES • TAXES "He's a full time family member but he is a tool used for law enforcement so he is not the family pet... he is a great protec­ tion dog also," he said. "It's good for the kids to see the police force in a friendly manner," he said. purchased by the department fully trained, and then trained with Kuntzch for five weeks. He and Viggo work closely with each other and Viggo goes home with Kuntzch at night. • Friday, March 30 - no school, spring recess begins. •Monday, April 9 school resumes after spring ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, hew construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. • VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Mich- Lic-#23-1748 photos... Large 4” X 6” prints, color corrected & printed on Kodak’s No. 1 brand Royal Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 35MM paper in matte or glossy finish.. 24 EXPOSURE ROLL 4” PRINTS SINGLE EXPOSURE SET now only crazy Thursdays With each roll processed, you get DOUBLE PRINTS or one 8x10 ENLARGEMENT of your choice! PROCESSING PLUS = GET YOUR PHOTOS PRINTED ON-LINE! SEND US YOUR PHOTOS VIA EMAIL TO: CP@voyager.net AND WE CAN MAKE 4X6 OR LARGER COLOR PRINTS. CALL US TODAY! Make It BIGGER! Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives, prints or slides - plus we can add text and borders in all popular sizes! 8X10 as low as NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! 8.5” X 11” 8.5” X 11” Color Copies 1 exposure qqc ww 1 EXPOSURE 11”X17” $1.19 B&W Copies ice now only... Available as low as 70 I W M each in quantities Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers ~ in the latest colors & textures available Custom Rubber Stamps 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 in tne Gray Barn OPEN MON ■ FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 �i ne Mapie valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20,2001 - Page 8 Mobile Homes $350 A MONTH - 3 bed­ room, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1­ 888-538-8900. ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1 -800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1 -800-672-9604 CALL FOR A list of over 300 repossessed homes in the State of Michigan. Updated monthly, some as low as $500 down. Call New Tradi­ tion Homes for more info at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­. . 8900. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 TAKE OVER PAYMENTS on a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes @ (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. Maple Valley Computer Center Local Internet Service All 56k Modems in Charlotte, Nashville, Lake Odessa and Portland Servicing Hastings, Clarksville, Saranac, Ionia, Mulliken, Woodland and Sunfield Spring Special One Year $179 with this Coupon 105 N. Main St., Nashville Ph. 517-852-1784 www.mvcc.com PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on March 22, 2001 at 7:00 pm in the council chambers. The purpose is to hear public com­ ments on an amendment to Ordinance #1-1179B, the cross connection ordinance. Any written comments can be directed to the village office on or before March 21,2001. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk Card ofThanks THE FAMILY OF Ina Shumaker would like to thank all their friends and neighbors for their kind words, flowers and cards. The Maple Valley Chapel, The Vermontville Bible Church, the ladies for their lunch - it was greatly appreciated. We would like to give a special thanks to Pastor Dan Smith, for his comforting words. Also, for his weekly visits to our mother, for over two years, she looked forward to everyone. Victor and Kathleen Doran. Richard and Carol Landes. Robert and Ollie Shumaker. Grandchildren, great grand­ children and great-great grandchildren. In Memoriam ROGER D. HOSEY 1937-1997 We love you and miss you Kay and family Automotive '86 GMC SIERRA: A/C, pw/pl, tilt, 350 V-8, tow package. Fiberglass cap, sol­ id truck, $1,500 obo. (616)948-3632 NEED SOME PRINTING done? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. MV students take part in Destination Imagination Maple Valley students competed in the regional Destination Imagination Competition March 10 at Waverly High School. Maplewood students who competed include (back row, from left) David Terpening, Helena Kirchhoff, Jacob Kirchhoff, (middle) Meagan Van Engen, Jennifer Curtis, Sean Curtis, (front) Randy Henry, Amanda Paxon, and Emily Eldred. Some of these students, coached by Karen Kirchhoff were on the winning third place team and will advance to the state competition on April 28 at Central Michigan University. Look for more Destination Imagination winners in next weeks Maple Valley News. SAVE ON MASS Mailing costs when you want to reach a large audience, insert your our brochure in one of our locall publications. Call (616)945-9554. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News Action-ads 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 Helen NicolSUNFIELD - Mrs. Helen Nicol, of Sunfield, formerly of Lansing, passed away Friday, March 16, 2001 at the age of 92. She was bom March 27, 1908 in Collinsville, Ill., the daughter of Isidore and Anna (Symon) Andrews. The name Helen Nicol should be known, like a dia­ mond, that she was loved by everyone that knew her. Helen moved to Bay City, MI and married Ralph Nicol Oct. 24, 1924; they had two children and moved to Lansing in 1934. She and her husband were very athletic. She excelled in many sports, ping-pong, horse shoes, golf, pool, and her big love was softball. She played in the 30’s and 40’s for Schaberg Districks, Vandervoorts, Larabeers, and while playing third base for City Transport, her team won the state championship. The team went on to Chicago to play for the national title. Helen was preceded in death by her husband of 68 yrs. Ralph Nicol, who PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make* it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers arc hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- passed way in 1992, and a grandson, Nick Nicol in 1988. She is survived by daugh­ ter, Betty Vandersteen of Grand Ledge, and son, Ralph (Betty) Nicol Jr. of Grand Ledge, grandchil­ dren, Lynn (Jamie) Vandersteen, Monica Vandersteen, Craig (Dianne) Vandersteen, Lisa (Dick) Nicol and Dana (Matt) McCrumb, great grandchildren, Eric Esper, Chad Esper, Zack Sabin, Brooklyn Vandersteen, Vandersteen, Cheyenne Marissa Dean, Monique Dean, and Chase Vandersteen. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge, MI. For more information www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by Rosier Funeral Home. Sap boiling, continuedfrom pg. 6 the trees or helping boil it into syrup, they should call 726-0670, or 726-0197. From there, he said, names are put on a list, and when it comes time to collect or boil, volunteers are called. "We give them a call and if we catch them at a good time and they can come help, great and if not, we try again and catch them next, time," he explained. "It has taken us a little over two hours to collect...so-there is not a lot of time involved," he added. Syrup fresh from this season is already for sale at Maple Manor. Many dif- ferent sizes and bottles are available and are for sale any time someone is at the manor. Putnam Library Amnesty Week is approaching Putnam District Library is holding Amnesty Week the first week of April. Library patrons can return overdue books and avoid paying fines. Librarian Deidra Bryans said this is a way to try to recover books and materi­ als that people would avoid bringing back be­ cause of large fines. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. Search 20. 2001 - Page 9 Storyteller stresses importance of reading Lrl Abner’ performed Maple Valley high school students presented Li'l Abner for the junior high last week in anticipation to opening the show last weekend. School chief is one of ‘March readers F’Wb!* •W ihl ki j ®®^WI4 iWto a 1 S ■•« ’•• «*, * 1“ ta«». £*? M5ia by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Superintendent Clark Volz visited Maplewood school last Wednesday as a guest speaker for March Is Reading Month. Volz talked to the kids about a variety of topics that centered around read­ ing. "Schools are a good place to not know some­ thing so you can start learning," he told the chil­ dren. Volz talked to them about speed reading, how the brain works and how they can do things to bet­ ter focus while reading and at school. «sb«il(ldni4lfJ*ll,t.< sb«il(ldni4lfJ*ll,t.<’i hIMIO «’“*’* ;, lie li * idMifcc,, iliM (ffltswB flu w ‘*W p^i®••*11 *« Sfc"# ii* «*1S’’lkkk* rn^S ”11 ^^S itKS*” Superintendent Clark Volz talks to the Maplewood children last week about speed reading. Storyteller Jenifer Strauss Invinkas stirs the imaginations of the Fuller Elementary students last week. Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! National Honor Society members urged to apply Any Maple Valley stu­ dents in grades 10-12 with a $cmWw$ He also displayed phrases in other languages, including Latin and Japanese, to give the kids an idea of what English looked like to students in other countries just learn­ ing it. "It was fun," Volz said after the talk. "It is always good to get to be with the children and interact with them. The whole central office staff has been here at Maplewood to read to the kids to celebrate the reading theme this month." Volz said he would also be going over to Fuller to read to the children there this month. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Storyteller Jenifer Strauss Ivinskas was at Fuller Elementary last week, stirring the imagina­ tions of the kids and re­ minding them of the im­ portance of reading. Ivinskas, a former teacher, told interactive tales to the children. She became a professional sto­ ryteller in 1991, and has been busy ever since, she said. "This year we have a theme of birds," said Fuller Principal Judy Farnsworth. "So she is telling a story about birds to celebrate that theme." The bird story she told was an Iroquois tale about how birds got their feath­ ers. While telling her stories, Ivinskas uses different methods to capture stu­ dents interest, motivate learning and inspire stu­ dents to write and tell orig­ inal stories. She said she travels 300 days of the year to differ­ ent locations to tell stories and teach workshops on story telling. "This is part of our cele­ bration of March is Read­ ing Month," said Farnsworth. "We have a variety of reading activi­ ties this month and the kids have been really ex­ cited for the special events." EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm grade point average of 3.3 or above are invited to pick up an application for member­ ship in the Maple Valley chapter of the National Honor Society. Applications are available from Room B-17 at the high school. Any student wishing to be considered for mem­ bership must complete an application and return it on or before Wednesday, March 21. Vermontville church plans dinner Friday We stock a complete line of... aw’ $1 l'iT'^ • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 The Vermontville United Methodist Church will have a Swiss steak fund­ raising dinner at 5 p.m. Friday, March 23. Dinner will include the steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, dinner rolls and a variety of cakes for dessert. Proceeds from the dinner will be used for sanctuary renovation. A free-will offering will be taken. Call 945-9554 for classifieds 'A/astings City Bank can help you plan your future with the products and know-how to help you start a solid L' retirement plan or strengthen an existing one. X Self-directed IRAs — offering maximum investment flexibility and access to stocks, bonds and mutual funds. ► Professional Investment Management - for those seeking specialized advice and investment expertise. Randy Teegardin, CFP will work closely with you to tailor a program and investment plan that is based on your needs and goals. X Estate and Retirement Planning - a comprehensive plan to protect your estate and manage your assets. Start planning your future today and call the Trust Department at Hastings City Bank at 616-945-2401 MEMBER FDI4 ScrMrifirs produi U a nr offend through both Northern Tn»« and Gtddman Sachs ImmanoU Services Corporation The pnxhutt an not deposits or obligations of. or guaranteed by Hastings City Bank or any of Us hank or nonbank affiliatn These products an not insured by the FDIC or any ethrr government agency and involve investment nshs. induing possible loss of the principal amount invested �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20,2001 - Page 10 State wrestling finals, continued from page 12 sophomore and third as a junior. To prepare for this year's championship run, Plowman said he studied the competition, "knowing the strengths and weaknesses of each wrestler I wrestled " This is the last year that the state finals will be held at Joe Louis, the home of the Detroit Red Wings. For the 2002 event, the MHSAA finals will move to The Palace in Auburn Hills, the home of the Detroit Pistons. Plowman said of Joe Louis, "it's gotten more organized each year." Plowman's work in the three-day finals gave it everything he had. "You try to give it your best," Plowman explained. Plowman's Viking teammate Tony Harmer (44­ 5) placed third in Division 2 in the 152-pound weight class. Harmer's final decision in Detroit was a 12-8 victory over Portage Northern's Ryan Richards in the consolation finals. A teammate of Ferris', David Overbeek, finished fourth in the Division 3, 189-pound weight class. Overbeek (39-4) pulled out a narrow 5-4 win in his final match. Barry County also had two other mat men who were fourth in their respective classes, Maple Valley's Randy Silsbee and Middleville's Josh Bowerman. Silsbee (45-6) said he saved his best wrestling for when it mattered most. "I finally started wrestling the way I should," Silsbee said. "I started moving a lot better; the adjustments we made in the last couple of weeks helped." Silsbee said since the season began, his goal was to place in the top four at State. Mission accomplished. "I just got better and better as I went along," Silsbee exclaimed. "I'm just happy that I finished in the top four." Silsbee gave special individual finals capped offa season that included an appearance by his Lakewood Viking wrestling team in the Division II Final Four finals held at Battle Creek’s Kellogg Arena the weekend before. The Vikings wound up 28-1 and were 27-0 entering its State semifinal match against Lowell. Facing solid competition along the way was a bonus according to Plowman. “It helped helped aa lot," lot," Plowman said. "The tougher kids you wrestle during the season, the tougher you become." And Plowman, like many wrestlers in Detroit in the Trot on in... for a “Buckeye Horse Talk.” Featuring a 3-Part Seminar: • New Coggins -regulations; colic & other winter health problems • Vaccination and worming plans • Digestive system, forage quality & selection Presented by: Tim Hicswa, DVM, Eavey Veterinarian Clinic Matt Shiery, Fort Dodge Animal Health John Fischer, Buckeye Nutrition Sponsored by: Caledonia Fanners Elevator Ft. Dodge Animal Health Clinic and Buckeye Nutrition When: Thursday, March 22, 2001 Where: Odessa Township Hall m-so. west of Lake Odessa Time: 7-9 p.m. |z*izcvc RSVP: 616-374-8061 pS!?r,frE.IC Refreshments and Door Prizes f Caledonia Farmers Elevator Lake Odessa Branch 616-374-8061 s AMERICA S CABINETMAKER* Guardian '7711 i1l1l Fiberglass Insulation Cabinets 'ill Ceotex 4 njComc j oommec.to .quality. 4 Andersen. ■3 Insu,lation Plywood Lumber Plumbing Supplies use 1 Drywall Oak Pine Molding I1 DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors Mike Garvey. Gillfillan has sung at Battle Creek Battle Cat baseball games and at Panther athletic events just to name a few of her gigs. She plans to attend college, major in voice and maybe try her voice in a professional singing career afterward. "If I get discovered," Gillfillan said. Other area wrestlers who qualified for State included Hastings' Mike Case (Division 2, 145-pound weight class) and Jake Friddle (171-pound weight class), Lakewood's Ben Best (Division 2, 135-pound weight class), Tommy Pett (140-pound weight class) and Greg Seeber (112-pound weight class), Maple Valley's Jeff Rhoades (Division 4, 152-pound weight class) and Middleville's Pat McKeown (Division 2, 125-pound weight class). have done a little bit better (but) I have next year," Vernon said. And what about Vernon's area battle against Meyers. "It was only the second time (we have met); I beat him in the finals at Hastings (the L.H. Lamb Tournament)," Vernon said. "I knew I could beat him; I knew what moves he had." Vernon's thoughts on Joe Louis? "It was a long tournament, (but) it was fine here," Vernon said. Caledonia freshman Matt Kilmartin finished eighth in the Division 2, 103-pound weight class. Kilmartin, the Scots' Varsity Wrestler of the Year (the first freshman ever to earn this honor with the program), had 46 wins during the season, led the squad with the most team points and was an O-K Gold Conference champion. He also led the team with the most initial takedowns and earned first place honors at Greenville, Caledonia, Maple Valley, Rogers and Hopkins. The wrestlers weren't the only area stars taking the spotlight at Joe Louis. Megan Gillfillan, a 18-yearold senior at DeltonKellogg, sang the national anthem before Saturday's championship matches thanks to some help from the school's athletic director NEWEST CITIZEN BOY, Scott and Jackie Fur­ long of Charlotte announce the birth of their son, Lucas Scott Furlong, bom Feb. 9th, 2001 at 11:36 a.m. He weighed 7 lbs and was 19 inches long. Proud grand­ parents are John and Mary Myers of Charlotte, Ken and Sandie Furlong of • Ver­ montville. Austin and Josh welcome their new brother home. w TONIGHT! (2900 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml (4 miles N. of Hastings on M-43) Phone: 616-945-9526 to... Crete & Supply Time for New Siding? Wlarque^Line Maple Valley's Randy Silsbee was a State medalist in the Division 4, 130-pound weight class at the Joe Louis Arena. Tuesday evening, March 20 starting at 7:00 PM Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Roofs Hand & Power Toolse Wolverine Technologies praise to his coaches, Chris Ricketts and Tony Wawiemia. Wawiernia has helped Silsbee with his wrestling ever since he was in the third grade. Bowerman (47-7) was fourth in the Division 2, 103-pound weight class. He defeated Hastings' Chad Ferguson in a close 6-5 decision to reach his goal. "My goal for here was to make it to the top four... I made that goal," Bowerman said. "I'm very happy." Bowerman, a freshman, admits that he was a bit nervous in his first match Thursday, but was able to relax more by the time Friday rolled along. Bowerman and Ferguson have met many times on the mats, but their State encounter may be the best of them all. Ferguson (45-7), also a freshman, placed fifth at 103 by scoring a 7-6 victory over Coldwater's Nick Longstreet in his last match. Ferguson set the school record for most wins by a freshman wrestler this year. Gary Herbert (35-14), a third wrestler from DeltonKellogg, placed eighth at 130 winning his first two matches of the Joe Louis event. A pair of Lakewood wrestlers, Ryan Terry (4016) and Corey Meyers (37­ 12), also grappled for eighth place medals at Joe Louis. Terry finished eighth in the 145-pound weight class in Division 2, while Meyers managed an eighth place finish in the 215-pound weight class. Lakewood had a school­ record seven wrestlers at the State finals and four from that class medaled. Middleville's Brett Vernon (39-11) also fared in well in the Division 2, 215-pound weight class by finishing sixth. Vernon won a 4-2 decision over Meyers in the tournament, but still felt he could have done more at the finals. "I thought that I could Fillmore Equipment, Inc. PLANTING SERVICE CLINIC The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. Valuable information on servicing and adjusting your John Deere planters and drill. Learn how to maximize your machine’s performance by hearing tips on its operation and maintenance. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" HOMETOWN? LUMBER & HARDWARE A special session co-sponsored by UAP Great Lakes and Dow-Agro-Science will discuss calibration and application of insecticides on the John Deere planters and drills. Recertification credits will be awarded for this topic. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. b. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) WSA Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 John Deere www.deere.corh 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20, 2001 - Page 11 Middle school wrestlers win on mats 5 The Maple Valley Junior High School wrestling squad traveled to Potterville March 8 for a tri-meet against Potterville and Morris. Maple Valley winners against Potterville were Levi Andler (pin in 2:44), Tyler Greenfield (15-1 decision), Eric Totten (pin in 2:51), Ben Boss (10-0 decision), Kevin Fassett (pin in 1:25), Chris Morris (pin in 3:53) and Andrew Gaber (pin in 1:47). Posting triumphs against Morris were Levi Andler (pin in 26 seconds), Tyler Greenfield (18-3 technical decision), Ryan Moore (9-4 decision), Eric Totten (pin in 38 seconds), Joey Desrochers (pin in 2:43), Ben Boss (14-5 decision), Kevin Fassett (pin in 2:14), Chad Tait (pin in 1:28), Chris Morris (pin in 1:10) and Andrew Gaber (pin in 28 seconds). Maple Valley's wrestlers 5 % % Spring break soccer camP offered April 2-4 Th® Soccer SPOT/Great Lakes Academy y will be 6111s 1 offering a Spring Break 1 her Skills soccer day camp ti't-C 6 Wt i, Appnril 29--.4 at three* Soccer Cpnont S occerpo located in Holland and Grand Rapids. Half day (9 a.m.-noon) and full day (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) sessions are available. Cost per child is $60 for a full day session (9 a.m.-3 ,p.m. all three days) and $40 for a half day session (9 a.m.-noon all three days). tai The Soccer Spot/GLSA a* a bi® I lit Im Ml.llHiul h,illja- II Dta nfeiiai Bp 1111* camps offer a complete soccer day camp experience for kids ages 6-18 for all skill level of soccer players. Accomplished College players and coaches who run camps/youth instructional classes all year. For a registration form, or more information, call the Soccer Spot in Holland at (616) 393-7768 or Soccer Spot in Grand Rapids at (616) 464-1000. Further information can also be found at www.soccerspot.net. Help Wanted NationalAds AMERICA'S #1 HOME­ BUILDER: Michigan's larg­ est retailer of affordable homes is searching for addi­ tional sales professionals. We operate 16 sales locations in the state and have posi­ tions available in your area. Salary, bonus, 401K, plus the best commission package in the industry. Prior sales ex­ perience a must, industry specific training supplied. First year min. earnings $45,000 with potential of 3 times that, if you are a top producer. Call Steve Rivas at 800-837-9740, or fax your re­ sume to 616-837-6375. CORVETTE CONVERTI­ BLE: Drivers wanted! Only qualification is to become our #1 sales professional in 2001, and it's yours. We are Michigan's largest retailer of Champion homes, America's #1 Homebuilder. We operate 16 sales centers across the state, representing 15 manu­ facturers. Prior sales experi­ ence a must, industry specif­ ic training supplied. First year earnings $45,000 with potential of 3 times that, if you are a top producer. Call Steve Rivas at 800-837-9740, or fax your resume to 616­ 837-6375._______________ DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. ANIMAL CARE/KENNEL WORKER - to $10.57 hour on any types, entry/skilled level, must love pets, 616­ 949-2424 JOBLINE FEE. traveled to Hopkins March 15 for a meet against Kent City, Hopkins and Grand Rapids Union. Winners against Union were Tyler Greenfield (pin in 24 seconds), Levi Andler (pin in 1:19), Andrew Gaber (pin in 50 seconds), Eric Totten (pin in 24 seconds), Kevin Fassett (pin in 2:02), Ben Boss (pin in 1:58), Joey Desrochers (pin in 2: 21), Matt Conklin (pin in 32 seconds), Chad Tait (pin in 2:01), Tyler Greenfield (pin in 2:59), Keith Lackscheide (pin in 1:21) and Andrew Gaber (pin in 40 seconds). Collecting wins against the Kent City/Hopkins team were Levi Andler (pin in 3: 00), Andrew Gaber (8-5 decision), Joey Desrochers (pin in 4:08), Ben Boss (17­ 0 technical decision), Matt Conklin (pin in 59 seconds), Levi Andler (pin in 1:29) and Mike James (pin in 3:57). Weight room coach OK’d by school board A "Bigger, Stronger, Faster" weight room coach for Maple Valley High School at $1,500 per sea­ son was approved at last week's school board meet­ ing. The Bigger, Stronger, Faster program is being implemented by the school. The program takes into account nutrition, training and weight train­ ing with regard to student fitness. In other business at the meeting, the board: • Approved the 2000-01 Maple Valley Senior Trip to Washington D.C. April 13-18. • Approved the list of spring coaches as recom­ mended by Athletic Direc- YMCA World’s Largest Run This epic event will take place on June 2, 2001 at 10 a.m. at Camp Algonquin. This 5K run and firn walk will take the place of Community Games for this year. What makes this event so unique is that 1,300 YMCA’s from across the country will be starting the race at the exact same time. If you would like more information or to volunteer, contact Tony at 945-4574. | Michigan Streams and Lakes PACKAGING/LINE COORDINATOR to $14.00 hour + benefits, (2) shifts, major local plants, entry level, 616-949-2424 JOBLINE FEE.____________________ SNACK ROUTE DRIVER to $19.23 hour + benefits, small van, major company, training provided, lots of hours, start now, 616-949­ 2424 JOBLINE. WAREHOUSE/STOCKER (BEER Distributor) to $14.42 hour + benefits, per­ manent, Grant Advance­ ment potential, Hi-Lo expe­ rience a +, 616-949-2424 JOB­ LINE. WORK AT HOME FULL OR PART TIME FREE IN­ FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-3951 The Dog House $■ FTw £* (gt g8 Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer Playground The YMCA will once again be holding play­ grounds for the Hastings, Middleville, Lakewood and Freeport are'as. Playground counselors are needed for the playgrounds. If you are energetic and are looking for a rewarding experience, con­ tact Tony at 945-4574. Stream MAP 4537 LOST STREAM MAR FOUND AND Why every fisherman and boater needs this map The recently published STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles 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. It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which 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 tire AuSablc River to all ofthe Great Lakes tributaries to the Pere Marquette River...thousands of miles of streams, lakes and rivers are now easy-to-locale on one map. Professor Higbee's Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. This new 4 foot by 4 fool color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan streams & lakes. 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 STREAMS miles of streams onto a 3 x 5 foot map. The map sold extremely well- until it was lost several years after it first t appeared in print. Incredibly, the printer RAVE REVIEWS entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of work to a landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's posses­ NEED SOME PRINTING done? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. Middleville and Hastings programs. Do you have a basic knowledge about soft­ ball or baseball? If so sign up to be a coach or an umpire. Contact the YMCA for more details at 945­ 4574. Get Ready For Spring Fishing! DIET MAGIC. LOSE UP TO 30LBS/30 DAYS. PRO­ GRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)721­ 8804 ELECTRICIAN/TRAINEES - TO $20.50 hour + benefits, permanent apprenticeships, entry/skilled level, needed no, 616-949-2424 JOBLINE FEE. dor for school supplies for the 2001-02 academic year. YMCA NEWS Softball/Baseball Registration Registration is still be accepted for both the FREE LOCATION GUIDEBOOK INCLUDED Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the “Stream Map." Your map and guidebook will take you to the top ”/t is amazingly detailed and names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can't even be found on topographic 443 fishing waters-select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. !’ ORDER YOUR’ COLOR ST RE AM MAPS maps’ John Pitarres OBSERVER-DISPATCH-Utica 1 Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFEI TIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off state agencies were forced to keep their “If you're looking for the most । Send me____4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid at $24.45 ea. copies under lock and key. definitive maps ever created depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake ... then "ProfessorHigbee's Stream Maps" are without । Send me 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED map(s) postage paid at $24.45 ea. । Send me 4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED map(S) postage paid at $44.45 ea. sion. Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And Experts told Professor Higbee that "W tor Mike Sparks. • Approved School Spe­ cialty as the primary ven- 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. guestion the finest. Howard Brant THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER “It is in showing where to find out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman. Joe Gordon TRIBUNE-DEMOCRATJohnstown I । surface, with brass eyelettes tor easy hanging. Check or money order enclosed $_ ।I | | . I 2-3 DAY PRIORITY MAIL INCLUDED . . .. EACH ROLLED AND LAMINATED MAP SHIPPED IN A STURDY STORAGE TUBE Name_____________________ Address City Stale Zip 1 Send to:-J-Ad Graphics < 1 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. 1 P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 20, 2001 - Page 12 Dozen from area medal at state mat finals DETROIT — Bill Ferris has always been "big" when it comes to sports, but he admits he always looked up to his older brother Rollie. “Since I was little, I always went to Rollie's matches; always wanting to be in the spotlight," Ferris said. At Delton-Kellogg High School, Ferris qualified for the Michigan High School Athletic Association Individual Wrestling Finals in his first three years, but each time fell short of his career prep goal of a State title. Rollie won two State wrestling titles at DeltonKellogg and was an All­ Stater in football and track and field before for the Panthers before making an athletic name for himself at Central Michigan University. Bill Ferris wrestled his way into the finals this time in the Division 3, 275pound weight class, taking a 45-1 record into his championship match against Grand Rapids West Catholic's Dan Kliphuis. Two weeks ago at regionals, Ferris defeated Kliphuis at regionals 8-2, but it wasn't the first time the two heavyweights had met on the mats. "I knew he was tough; he beat me last year at State," Ferris said. Ferris, also an All-Stater in football, won a 4-2 championship decision over Kliphuis Saturday at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, awarding him with his career goal. "It was definitely worth it; to come here (and) work hard,” Ferris said following his title performance. "I feel good; I couldn't be any Randy Silsbee managed a terrific season for the Lions' wrestlers and it concluded with a State-placing effort at the championship finals. better." Panther coach Aaron Tabor and brother Rollie called out instructions from his comer last Saturday. In practice, Ferris said they "worked the under hooks hard" and focused on activity. "Keep, pushing; working for stalling calls," Ferris explained. "Try to look alive. We pumped it up. Sprints and conditioning." Not only was Tabor and Rollie helping Ferris in his training, but so was his State placing teammates, David Overbeek and Gary Herbert, along with co­ wrestling and football coach Rob Heethuis. Neither Kliphuis nor Maple Valley's Jeff Rhoades scores points against St. Charles' Greg Goldoski. % Ferris scored in the first period and the second period also rolled on with neither grappler able to tally any points, but Ferris scored three points late in the second, and held on in the third for a 4-2 triumph. "This is great; I couldn't feel any better, Ferris said. Heethuis said Ferris had one goal and one goal only. "His goal was to win a State championship; he was very single-minded when it came to that one," Heethuis said. "He was 30 pounds bigger this year; he was the best he's ever been and it showed." Ferris (46-1) was not the only area wrestler to place at State, as 11 others from ■v. See state finals, pg. 10 M Mi MM> M Spareribs M lb. Caledonia, Delton-Kellogg, Hastings, Lakewood, Middleville and Maple Valley also earned special honors. Lakewood's Phil Plowman (32-4) wrestled in the Division II 125-pound weight class championship, Plowman lost a lough 6-5 decision to Lapeer West's Jason Fellows and finished second. "When I shot on him; he just locked on my ankles," Plowman said. Like Ferris, Plowman is no stranger to the State finals. The senior finished fifth at State as a M ■ 4 Mi =5! Mi SSSSSSSSSSSS Chickens 69*I 14 ~and~ T-Bone Steaks Franks 2 lb. package Corn King 1 lb. package Bacon k- ' ■0 Sauerkraut I $1°® •I pkg.Vi! M1 !!0| X Mi Gallon \ i\ Bareman’,s 1/2 Gallon Bareman’s HI-4"Wihlokle oJraun icgee H"ilk 7i 7i XII XX — ------------- Chips 13.5 oz. box 1/2 Gal. HudsonvilleIc1e2 CPaasctkle Ice Cream I I PlZZOS Split Top Bread Bre Cheese Fresh 2001 X Pure X। Assorted Size Containers PRODUCE RyQCEOli i ft, Whip C2o Llitcere Colce R Baq caBSa-boyts \ caS8-o9ts* \ / P i nk "to 5 lb . B ag Grapefruit Also... Check Out Non- Advertised j "4 $239 xsssssss; I if Moz-zoar-rella Mi3r2a ozc.le Tays tee Liter - PepSI 2/$25 if" NCuhgicgkeetns Juice X ; Cream 4 ^FROZEN POtdtO INSTORE SPECIALS! Vermontville Grocery £££!£> Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday 'Zi Ml’ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-03-27.pdf d7393808ab648700f13b6a27e1e61077 PDF Text Text I "Ml I Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hasfln$srMiehigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945*9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 13/March 27, 2001 Vermontville master plan input taken at meeting by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Residents of Ver­ montville turned out last Monday evening to add input to the master plan being developed by engi­ neers and consultants Williams and Works. Planner Lukas Hill di­ rected the meeting, focus­ ing on firming up goals and objectives for the vil­ lage and township. The planning committee has been meeting for months and seeking public input about where the township and village will head for the future. From last month's meet­ ing and input, Hill and Jay Kilpatrick, also with Williams and Works, compiled a list of goal statements to come up with objectives to meet those goals at the meeting. The first was preserving rural character and agricul­ ture. Residents at the meeting were challenged for ideas on how to go about meeting that goal. Residents and Hill talked about lighting in town. "A lot of lighting can be quite obtrusive..." Hill said. "There are simple and di­ rect ways to control light­ ing." One person talked about how they thought it was "ugly" when big houses spring up in the middle of an open pasture. Hill suggested natural buffers and said that while the village could not ban subdivisions, there was a lot they could do to make them look more natural. He talked about how some communities have a tree ordinance, which lim­ its what size of trees can be bulldozed in the event Planning Consultant Lucas Hill directs the meeting in Vermontville last Monday night. Hill helped residents identify goals for the village and townships master plans. of a subdivision, and said that many times it is not a Motorcycle crash leaves man in critical condition J-Ad Graphics News Service A 47-year-old Nashville man is listed in critical condition at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids with injuries suffered Thursday afternoon when his motorcycle collided with the rear of a stopped vehicle in Hastings. Hastings City Police re­ port that Dennis Todd was riding his motorcycle west State Street, along with his 13-year-old son as his passenger, at about 2:40 p.m. "As the motorcycle neared the intersection of Madison Street the driver of the motorcycle failed to observe a vehicle stopped on State Street, waiting to make a lefthand turn onto Madison Street," Chief Jerry Sarver reported. Early investigation indi­ cates that Todd, while op­ erating the motorcycle, may have waived at a passing motorist and did not notice the vehicle stopped in his path until a collision was unavoidable, Sarver said. The motorcycle struck the stopped vehicle in the rear, causing Todd and his son, Chase, to fall from the bike. Chase was treated at Pennock Hospital and re­ leased, according to re­ ports, while Todd was air­ lifted to Grand Rapids for treatment. The driver of the car, Kelly Dey, of Hastings, was also not injured. The accident investiga­ tion is continuing. Dennis Todd, 47, of Nashville, is listed in critical condition at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids with injuries suffered Thursday when his motorcycle collided with the rear of a stopped vehicle in Hastings. problem to work around the trees. Doug Kelsey in the au­ dience said, "Development is a threat, but so is clear cutting." Those in the audience also seemed to agree that they liked the dirt roads in the community. They discussed ways to promote the community as a farming one. One farmer in attendance discussed the possibility of forming a sort of coalition with other farmers and designating the area GMO (Genetically Modified Or­ ganisms) free. He said there was a tremendous market in Europe and parts of the U.S. that are de­ manding crops such as soybeans to be GMO free. "There is a big market for it, and there is technol­ ogy coming out now in Eu­ rope that will have a bar code on food for con­ sumers to trace where ev­ ery package of food came from... I think that could give us a great boon," he said. Also discussed was eco­ nomic development. Resi­ dents said they would like to see more involvement with the manufacture and production of maple syrup and would like to see the tradition of making syrup preserved. They also talked about light industrial zoning and establishing ample busi­ ness parking in town. See master plan, pg. 2 Chris Pash resigns Nashville Village Council seat by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer While winners of the Nashville village election were sworn in last Thurs­ day, trusted Chris Pash tendered his resignation from the council, effective last Friday. Pash said he is resigning due to a busy schedule that includes graduate school. "I hate to see this come in (letter of resignation) but I fully understand with your busy schedule," said president Carroll Wolff at the meeting. "I wish you the best, and be sure to stop in and see us when you can," he said. At the end of the meet­ ing write-in candidate Charles (Ed) Sheldon, and Ralph Kirk, both newcom­ ers to the council, were sworn in. Sheldon said he moved to Nashville in 1987, and served in the military from 1988 to 1991. He said he works at the House of Threads in Charlotte, and is married with one son, 4 years old, and one on the way.. When asked what prompted him to run for council, he said, "I just wanted to get involved in the community and bring some young blood to the board... I think my genera­ tion is open minded about change and can contribute greatly to the community." Kirk, a retiree who has lived in the village since 1966, said he ran for coun- See Pash resigns, pg. 2 Nashville Village Council Trustee Chris Pash tendered his resignation at last Thursday's council meeting due to a busy schedule. In This Issue Nashville child porn website suspects hearing postponed Work progressing on new state park Harvey named new Nashville office manager Mittelstaedt honored for championship career �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 - Page 2 Pash resigns, continued from front page cil because he thought it would be an interesting experience. Chris Pash's seat will be filled after advertising for the one-year term. In other business at the meeting the council: • Added new ffice manager Sandy Harvey to the bonding insurance pol­ icy. • Discussed the possibil­ ity of widening Reed Street when doing the con­ struction project on it this summer, and decided to get estimates. "We might as well pre­ pare for the future, and it would be a good time to do it while it is tom up al­ ready," said trustee Frank Dunham. New and returning council members (from left) Ed Sheldon, Frank Dunham, Ralph Kirk, and Steve Wheeler are sworn in at last weeks meeting. New council member Ralph Kirk. New council member Ed Sheldon. • Heard from trustee Bonnie White, who said that her time on the coun­ cil has been a learning ex­ perience. There’s a "I just wanted to thank the village for allowing me to run and serve on coun­ cil... I hope I did a good job for them and maybe in the future I will run again, maybe I won't," she said. • Approved a cross con­ nection ordinance. better Master plan, continued from front page way to buy insurance. Residents also weighed in about forming a neigh­ borhood watch program and putting in possible stop signs in the village to reduce speeding. This fell under the objective of maintaining a sense of community, and quality of life. Under the objective of creating and keeping natu­ ral features, open space and recreation, residents and Hill discussed equine trails, a snowmobile trail, identifying wood lots, and identifying and prioritizing Native American sites. Also discussed at the meeting were identifying a place for mobile homes, toughening up multi-family codes, investigating fire codes for multi-family dwellings, and problems with rental units in down­ town. Both the village and township are working to­ gether to create the master plan, which should be fin­ ished by the end of the You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number or from STAN TRUMBLE ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 \4uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TkzNo Prtbfavn year or first of the new year, said Hill. Soon, the two entities will split and concentrate more on their individual goals, he said after the meeting. Kelsey said he was glad to see the two government units working together. "I think these goals and objectives will only work and happen if we continue to work together,” he said. "We have a village and township, but together we have a fire and ambulance and a library among other things... people in the township are just as inter­ ested in what happens in the village as people in the village with the town­ ship." Hill said at the next meeting the residents and firm will be finalizing goals and objectives and will begin the next steps in completing the master plan. That meeting will be Monday, April 16, at 7 p.m. at the Opera House. All citizens are encour­ aged to attend. ^Diana’s (~P$ace The Place to Go For Professional Styling Corner ofM-66 and Thornapple Lake Road Owner Diana Kuempel 1-517-852-9481 L 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 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-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.................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 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 Service .............. 11 a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE 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 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 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 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service .......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a 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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.nt PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main'St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David I Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 — Page 3 Mary Alice Aspin Dale Roberts“Bobby Dale" Main HASTINGS Mr. Dale Robert (AKA "Bobby Dale") Main, age 62 of Hastings, died Friday, March 23, 2001 at his home. Mr. Main was bom on January 8, 1939 in Hastings, the son of Dale Robert and Mildred (Morgan) Main. He was raised in the Woodland area and attended school there. Mr. Main lived most of his life in the Hastings area. His employment included truck driving, construction work and taxi driving. Mr. Main was an avid golfer and auto racing enthusiast. He is survived by his half-brother, Chuck (Linda) Rice Jr., of Nashville; niece, Louise Rice and •fiance Hal Stevens; nephews, Chuckie (Rachel) Rice III and Bo Cowles and fiance Angie Heney; great nieces, Brittney, Laci and Champaign; great nephews, Curtus, Davey and Bryce; his step­ children; cousins, aunts and uncles. Memorial graveside services will be held Saturday, April 7, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. at Fuller Cemetery, Carlton Township, Barry County. Burial will be at the Fuller Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements are being made by the Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. MULLIKEN - Mrs. Mary Alice Aspin, of Mulliken, passed away Thursday, March 22,2001 in Charlotte, Mich., at the age of 70. She was bom July 27, 1930 in Sunfield the daugh­ ter of Alonzo and Edna (Vandenburg) Marsh. She went to school in Sunfield and worked for Welch Hardware for 10 years. She married Robert Aspin in 1958 and with her hus­ band owned and operated a small grocery store/gas sta­ tion on M-43 for 16 years. Mary loved to travel, and covered all the western and Brethren Church officiated. The pallbearers were Greg, Gary. Dale, Justin Wilcox. Tim Ogle, and Mark Sova. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the S.P.Y.s; aka Sunfield Sponsors of Programs for Youth, P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, MI 4SS90 in memory of Mary A. Aspin. The family was served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. A graveside service fol­ lowed at the Sunfield Cemetery. Easiei Pauline Adams HASTINGS 4 to celebrate 89th birthday Downtown Hastings on Slate St. 1-800-535-7203_ 045-2243 $4.00 Family Twlllte 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Klda 8 Senlora all ihowi $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm southern states, she also went to Iceland and Hawaii on tours, and she went to Alaska and British Columbia by car. Mrs. Aspin was preceded in death by four brothers, Howard, Bob, Fred and Dick Marsh; three sisters. Opal, Norma and Esther. She is survived by her husband, of42 years, Robert Aspin of Mulliken, and a host of family and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 24, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Pastor Mark R. Ralph ofthe Sunfield United To Do Business With _______$4.75 with Student ID_____ $5.00 Late Shows Frl A Sat_ Q Nopum DIGITAL STEREO Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View ■ SHOWS VALID 3/27 3/29 THE MEXICAN (R) 1:25, 4:00, 6:40, 9:10 15 MINUTES (R) 7:00,9:25 ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT (PG-13) DIOITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 7:10, 9:30 O EXIT WOUNOS (R) dihital/stadium seatiho 1:10, 3:15, 5:20, 7:25, 9:30 SEE SPOT RUH (PG) 1:00, 3:00. 5:00 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad O Hastings 4 w Pauline (Clem) Adams family, would like her friends to join us in celebrat­ ing her 89th birthday, Saturday, April 7th from 1 to 3 p.m. at 127 W. Apple St., Hastings - Local 138 UAW Hall. No gifts please. Call 945-9554 for classifieds H 8 HIT OUR WEI a www.gqti.com B B Maple Valley Computer Center Local Internet Service All 56k Modems in Charlotte, Nashville, Lake Odessa and Portland Servicing Hastings, Clarksville, Saranac, Ionia, Mulliken, Woodland and Sunfield Spring Special One Year $179 with this Coupon 105 N. Main St., Nashville Ph. 517-852-1784 www.mvcc.com Consider these Advantages... A growing, locally owned bank serving the community for 65 years. Professional, friendly staff involved in the community. Decisions made quickly. Competitive deposit rates and products. Flexible Loan Packages. Home Mortgage Loans - serviced locally. ATM's & Night Depository - All 5 locations Telephone Inquiry System, check your accounts from the convenience of home. Toll Free 1-866-764-6552. Hall for Rent St. Edward’s Family Center In Lake Odessa Smoke Free / Air Conditioned Handicap Accessible Full Kitchen Ample Lighted Parking Reasonably Priced 300 Person Capacity Call Elaine Johnson (616) 374-0251 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 FDIC INSURED �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 - Page 4 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Don’t hesitate to try for queen To the editor: This last year has been amazing. 1 cannot even tell you how much fun I had this year, but 1 will attempt to give you a glance. It was so exciting to be able to promote the Syrup Festival along with my alter­ nate, Gwen McDougal. Once we were chosen, we were expected to go to at least 10 events, which really went fast. We went to differ­ ent parades within about a 90-mile radius of our town and talked about our festival. We also went to a Maple run in Ada where we handed out awards and put the medals over the winners’ heads. Our State Representative, Susan Tabor, invited me to have a luncheon with her. This was a really neat expe­ rience because I was able to get to know her better and also was introduced to the entire House of Represent­ atives. I also attended the Chesaning Showboat Parade and met just about every queen in Michigan. I even met Miss Michigan herself! We also visited the Hastings Tendercare and were able to meet many for­ mer syrup producers and others very interested in syrup production. SJumuj & WlaJuj Ma having a bad haih dag! Being the Maple Syrup Queen has been the best thing for Gwen and me. I would recommend every single eligible girl to try out because it is one of the best things I have ever done. Even just trying out was such a great experience for all of us because we all bonded in the basement of that little Vermontville Congregational Church while the judges were decid­ ing. It also improved many of our social skills and greatly helped our public speaking abilities. So do not hesitate at all to try out because it is definite­ ly worth it. Good luck! Carissa Ann Keasler, Vermontville Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOFING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call 517-726-1005 or 517-204-7451. The Nashville Firemen would like to thank everyone that came to the Annual Pancake Breakfast. Your support is greatly appreciated. And a special thanks to the Firemen’s wives for all the work they do to help make this event such a success. Office manager hiring processquestionable To the editor: I have been a resident of the village ofNashville for the past 101/2 years. During my adult life 1 have lived in the village for a total of nearly 17 years. I have raised my five children here and my family is known in the community. For the most part I have been a stay-athome mother, but I’ve had my own business from time to time. Several years ago when my husband was injured 1 sought employment and was hired by a Nashville busi­ nessman as secretary/office manager. He trained me, I learned quickly and his busi­ ness improved and thrived. The nature of the business kept him away from the office most ofthe time, so it was up to me to see that everything ran smoothly and efficiently. He told many people that he would not have a business if not for me. He was very pleased with my work and very dis­ appointed when I left 1 1/2 years later to again care for my family. I didn’t sit idle at home though. I have always been eager to learn and strive to educate myself and keep up with technology, and to improve my skills. I pur­ chased a computer two years ago and have learned and continued to learn new ways to use it. I have taught a Sunday School class at my church for eight years and I volunteer at Maple Valley High School one day a week. I have learned that it is impossible to raise a family of five children without con­ siderable financial and orga­ nizational skills. Three of my children are now grown with families of their own. With two teenage daughters at home, who have lives full of family, friends and school activities; I find I am once again ready to enter the workforce. I recently applied for the position of office manager for the village of Nashville and was interviewed by two council members and the village president. This is where I live, pay taxes and do business and this is where I want to work. With this knowledge and my experi­ ence and skills I felt I had a fair chance. Within a few days I was called and offered the job, pending full council approval. I couldn’t have been more excited. When the council meeting met on the next evening, it was brought up that the commit­ tee hat to present two other applications along with the recommendation to the full council. So the appointment for village office manager was delayed and a special meeting had to be set. I have since learned that any one of the committee members could have taken a few minutes from the coun­ cil meeting to go next door to the village office and obtain the other two applica­ tions they had considered as qualified, but no one chose to do so. After a new com­ mittee meeting and special council meeting had been scheduled, the village presi­ dent removed from the com­ mittee and another council member “volunteered” to replace him, someone who had not been present for any of the previous interviews. This new committee mem­ ber conducted phone inter­ views with the applicants. After the committee meeting but before the special coun­ cil meeting, I was informed that suddenly I had been removed from the recom­ mended position to the sec­ ond position of the three chosen applicants. Upon viewing the live broadcast of the special council meeting, I learned that new committee member conducted quite an extensive interview with the applicant who is now recommended, to the point of where she knew personal things about her. Her former employer also was contacted, but my former employer was not contacted even though 1 pro­ vided his name and phone number. Only one of my several references was ever conducted. The recommen­ dation of the village clerk and treasurer were not con­ sidered in this second round, even though they would work very closely with the new office manager. The majority ofthe village coun­ cil now approved the new recommendation. What changed in the course of few days? I have nothing against this woman, I wouldn’t even know her from Adam, but I have to wonder if this is in the best interest of the vil­ lage and its citizens. This woman lives several miles from town, doesn’t pay vil­ lage taxes or water and sewer and is a fairly recent resident of the area. How much does she know about our village, its people and its government? Does she have a vested interest in our vil­ lage? Our village officials and employees are paid with our village tax dollars. Isn't it to our advantage to keep as many of those tax dollars here as possible? Is she planning on working for us for many years or are we just a steppingstone until some­ thing better comes along? I believe these are all legiti­ mate questions. Within a year she will also be asked to be village clerk - a non­ resident village clerk. Maybe 1 am naive or just plain ignorant, but I was under the impression that the council not only is sup­ posed to work for the village a whole, but also represent the will of its residents. How much time do council mem­ bers spend away from coun­ cil chambers trying to learn the will of the people? Do we as village residents just assume and trust that all their decisions are in our best interest, and hope for the best? Do we exercise our rights or just leave it to someone else to decide what we want or need? Are the citizens happy with this council decision? Is this really what is best for the village or is it someone’s personal agenda? I know that 1 have the support of many village residents and employees and I thank them deeply for their confidence in me. I know there will be those who say 1 am a sore loser, but I believe I was railroad­ ed. I have no right to teach my children and grandchil­ dren to stand up for what they believe if I am unwill­ ing to do so. If 1 accomplish nothing more with this letter than to light a fire under one person to get off their duff and become involved with our village and it’s govern­ ment, then it has been worthwhile. Now you answer the ques­ tion. Is is injustice, hidden agenda or both? Ruth Beardslee Nashville Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! Maple Valley LITTLE LEAGUE Sign Up For Boys & Girls April 9th, 6-8 PM • Maple Wood Gym Cost as Follows Tee Ball......................... PeeWee, Minors, Major & Little League Pony .$20 $25 $35 Payment due at time of sign-up. All positions are open for a vote at the meeting immediately following sign up. For continued success this program your participation at this meeting would be appreciated. For Questions Please Call: Kathy Spears 852-0987; / \ T.R. Meyers 726-0270; Tony Joostbums 852-9431 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. March 27, 2001 - Page 5 <S{' <»S$%{?J' »$? w%J Sunfield blood drive nets 27 units Team One Chevrolet Oldsmobile, Inc. *sv kkT>T>T>.cc. $S' S $tS' $tS >> . ss >>ss ,?% ?% •».%' s»s% Js Serving The Area For 15 Years With so many ofthe new models being similar in features and price, how does the prospective new car buyer know WHICH automobile is best? Well, as the saving goes. “Ifrou don’t know cars—know die people you bw from." In this area, consumers are very fortunate in having a dealer like Team One Chevrolet Oldsmobile. Located in Charlotte at 1616 Lansing Road, phone 543-0200, this well-known dealer is your authorized representative for the famous Cheivolet and Oldsmobile cats and trucks. Besides offering a foil line of quality' products, this community -minded dealership bases its success ofselling thousands of \ chicles on a simple tact oi good business—keep die customer satisfied! At Team One Chevrolet Oldsmobile, the business of customer satisfaction begins in the showroom and continues through the finance department. Ifyou re in the market for a superior automobile backed bv superior service vou can count on, stop by Team One Chevrolet Oldsmobile today. <** < *■ Judi’s Custom Glass ?*>> MA s2M iAs.. s2-ssis '•% •% Ss Ss* sss s? SX; «<£*<■ £ * nJ n si* *!??, *!??,; t#dfa *tfi* 7('« (' tan!i i4" tan!i* 4" ’®’^ ^41 «■«» JJ#S kjitf 'v.k*i| Hk T^1' Halit feta tlfcltl '?. ,?. . Ita t tr f fefi! efi! ' k e '■,«k| "IMwIwijI i±' ™ >«TW ;“' win* “’’ D Djrtsolllirod "k* MfelWMllfet ® Wiiifeeh pffliijatftait 'W1^ alkaneiowWd ® ty™1 O'H® wi-tai Business Review M^inhip mat, fa it to to wtMi fejwwte Diane Walter (left) and Lee Bosworth donate blood for Sunfield's drive. Bosworth earns his two-gallon pin. Sunfield citizens rolled up their sleeves last Monday to donate 27 units of blood. Kathy Sayer and Lee Bosworth earned their two- gallon pins. Howard East­ man earned a nine-gallon pin. Good Time Pizza in Nashville provided pizza for Nashville child porn website suspect’s hearing postponed A pre-exam hearing for a Nashville man accused of running a child pornogra­ phy site out of his home was postponed Wednesday in Barry County District Court until April 4 at 8:30 a.m. The delay was granted to give the defense more time to review evidence. Michael Komejan was charged March 12 with 18 counts, varying from rack- MV Class of 1976 25th Class Reunion July 28th at Mulberry Fore Registration at 3:30 p.m. Tee Time 4 p.m. Choice of Chicken or Steak Dinner $55 per couple. For more info, call 517-726-1233 W® bailiu^'* tata ptutf lourvilltd all the donors. The next blood drove at the Sunfield United Brethren Church is Monday, May 14, from 1 to 6:45 p.m. CHERYL’S I HAIR SHOP \•p CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI <A 517-852-2377 y a Hairstyles...for Men, Women & ChildrennA eteering, distribution of child pornography and of using a computer to com­ mit a crime. Investigators with Attor­ ney General Jennifer Granholm's office allege Komejan collected at least $ 18,670 from the operation of the site during an eightmonth investigation by her offices High Tech Crime Unit. According to Kelly Carter, assistant to the at­ torney who is prosecuting the case, out of hundreds of pictures on the site, 51 were determined to be of naked children between the ages of 9 and 14 in sexually explicit poses. Komejan turned himself in to the Barry County Sheriffs office Monday, March 12, and was ar­ raigned shortly thereafter when a $10,000 cash or surety bond was set. He was released on bond after his arraignment. The maximum penalty for the felony charges is 20 years in prison and/or a $100,000 fine. 1040. That's a lot of weight to carry on your shoulders. ^Trying to do your own taxes is quite a burden. Fortunately, we do it for a living to make sure you get everything you have coming. And to help lighten your load. H&R BLOCK 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 Judi Pruehs, Owner Stained glass has been appreciated throughout the centuries in Old World cathedrals. New World chutehes, ehes, homes and business buildings. Now it is finally accepted as a fine art form. Stained glass offers a tie with the past and an ie for the contemporary, and it is one ofthe most versatile art forms with which you can decorate. Judi’s Custom Glass, located in Vermontville at 387 West Main Street, phone 726-0812, features the most elegant in stained glass designs and creations for everything from entire windows and lamp shades to more delicate window hangings, candle holders, picture frames and more. Using the finest materials, Judi can design and create anything you need or desire in stained glass. From tradi­ tional colorful Tiffanys in all shapes and designs to subtly toned window designs, they can be ordered from this shop. Besides adding cnarm and a unique quality to any building, an excellent piece ofstained glass adds greatly to a structures value. You 11 find something from Judi’s Custom Glass a perfect gift for any occasion. Their dedication to the timeless tradition of stained glass will make you stop by time and time again. Pray Funeral Home Pray Funeral Home, located in Charlotte at 401 West Seminary' Street, phone (517) 543-2952, is family owned and operated by' the father and son team ofJoseph E. Pray and J. Ernest “Joe E.” Pray. Pray Funeral Home has earned a reputation ofproviding unique and personalized features in the services they have arranged for families oftheir community. Those who may be looking for an alterna­ tive to the traditional funeral can choose the FamilyAffirmation Service". This option, which is an exclusive ofPray Funeral Home, offers a less formal structure to the ceremony with opportunities to pe personalize and affirm the life ofthe one who has died. It is a celebration that a life has been lived and thaat that life had meaning and value. Pray Funeral Home recently celebrated its 11th anniversary of offering an ongoing aftercare ssupport service. "The funeral service does not end on the day of the funeral, says Joe E. Pray. "This program is real support and encouragement to those experiencing bereavement and grief." A profesp sionally trained griefcounselor on staffmeets with each family they serve. Sound advice is offe fered in guiding the bereaved to individuals who can best assist them in the future decisions they face. "Aftercare demonstrates our commitment oftotal service and support to the families we serve," says Mr. Pray. Pray Funeral Home offers excellence and caring as well as personal service. Bare OfHair Electrolysis Lisa Gibson, Owner/Electrologist The field of electrolysis gets to the root of the problem of unwanted hair. Certified or licensed electrologists are professionally trained in safe, medically approved methods ofhair removal. In this area, Bare OfHair Electrolysis, located in Charlotte at 222 South Cochran Avenue, phone 541-5472, offers you completely private and professional treatments. Many clients have found that temporary methods ofhair removal, including tweezing, waxing or depilatories, are a nuisance, while electrolysis treatments offer a safe and permanent solution. Bare Of Hair Electrolysis will design a personalized hair removal plan for you, providing a clean and comfort­ able atmosphere in which to receive your treatments. Hair can be successfully removed from the arms, legs, face and other parts ofthe body, and you will find that rates may be much more reasonable than you had thought. Electrolysis techniques have been successfully utilized for over 100 years. These techniques have been refined and modernized to provide clients of today safe, medically approved, permanent perm hair removal. Bare OfHair Electrolysis invites and welcomes your inquiries and will provide you with a free initial consultation. Contact them today for an appointment or more information. Charlotte Dental Services Thomas Minguske, DDS • Serving The Area For 25 Years Your smile is meant to last a lifetime. Protecting and improving the appearance of your teeth and keeping your smile bright are the priorities of Charlotte Dental Services. Their office is located in Charlotte at 344 South Cochran Avenue and may be reached by calling 543-7550. They are experi­ enced in all aspects of general and family dentistry. The staff provides a wide range of services including preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, bonding, general dentistry, mercury-free fillings and emergency treatment. Today, dentistry is virtually painless, but many people still associate dentistry with discomfort. Charlotte Dental Services understands this fact and tries to make your visit as pleasant as possible, realizing that regular check-ups are your family’s best defense against dental disease. Providing concerned, individualized treatment to all of their patients, they welcome your inquiries and will be glad to discuss proposed treatment and care prior to performing any procedures. Most insurance plans are welcome, and convenient office hours are available by appointment. Charlotte Dental Services adheres to the strictest infection control standards and keeps current with new dental procedures. They are sensitive to your feelings and encourage open communication regarding your overall dental care. Conservatory For Dance Arts Lindsey Spencer, Owner/Artistic Director BA In Dance From Western Michigan University When choosing a dance school for yourself or your child, there are things you should look for— professionalism, quality and, above all, experience. Conservatory For Dance Arts, conveniently located in Charlotte at 125 South Cochran Avenue, phone 543-2505, is one dance studio in the area that satis­ fies these three standards of excellence. Their qualified professional dance instructors have been trained at the finest studios, and are also required to obtain higher education in the field ofdance. They will teach you or your child the art of dance, in private or group classes, for the beginner or serious-minded dancer. Each student is given personalized attention to help ensure his or her comprehension of the techniques taught and to enable him or her to achieve the highest possible level of accomplishment. Conservatory For Dance Arts features an outstanding preschool program for the youngster which develops coordination, rhythm and basic ballet movements. Confidence, grace and style develop under the expert guidance and direction ofthe competent professionals at Conservatory For Dance Arts. Call today for more information on registration for classes. You will be pleased with their well-managed progams, friendly professionalism, reasonable rates and the sense ofaccomplishment you or your child will experience. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 - Page 6 Work progressing on new skate park Construction continues at the community skate park behind Kellogg school. The park is open to the public from dawn until dusk. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate James Heney (left) and Clay Stickland enjoy jumping the ramp at the skate park behind Kellogg Community school. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 IOUM HOUMK Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, HMS REALTOR Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI......................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................................................ 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................................ 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, April 8th 2 to 4 p.m. 211 N. Middle St. Nashville Priced to buy. 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live In) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air & water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-119) $79,900 Your Host... HASTINGS Charming 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, corner lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, con­ venient to town & low mainte­ nance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing & details today. (H-95) Jerry Reese Clay Strickland slides across a rail at the skate park. The park has been built by students and grant money has come from the Eaton County Intermediate School district. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES! NASHVILLE NEW LISTING (NORTH MAIN HOUSE) Good location, blacktop road, newer windows, roof 8t furnace needs some TLC on the inside. 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, VERMONTVILLE Call today for your private show­ large kitchen, open stairway 8f 2 3bedrooms. 1 1/2 baths, 2 story ing. Call Nyle. . (CH-106) car attached garage, geat family home, “Tudor" style exterior, open home!! Call Nyle today to find out floor plan, den w/fireplace, first how to use your tax return to pur­ floor laundry, back yard nicely chase this home. (N-121) landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN & RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live down­ stairs 8r rent upstairs. TWO units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim & pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room; great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (N-116) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2-2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 8r has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front & rear stairs. Call Homer for more details 6t appointment to see. (N-l 17) BE YOUR OWN BOSS! CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are “wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres gII are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) Thriving small town cafe, many recent updates make this a great opportunity!! 1\vo bedroom apart­ ment perfect for owner or rent for extra income. Call Nyle today to find out how easy it might be to own your own business. (V-113) NEW LISTING COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE West of Nashville. 2 bedroom Perked & surveyed, ideal for manufacranch on blacktop road, garage tured home. Some trees, close to plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to town. All this for just $14,900. buy at $77,500!! Call Nyle today for Call N.yle today. (VL-73) a private showing. (CH-120) Work continues to progress at the skate park by Kellogg Community School. The skate park, which is part of a philanthropy project by the alternative education students is continuing to add new ramps and jumps for community members who like to ride bikes, roller blade or skate. "It is going really well, said Kellogg Principal Tate Mix. "There must have been 40 kids here last night using it." Mix said the idea for the skate park came from the kids, and he pursued the grant for the park. They received one for $1,500 from the Eaton Intermediate School District. The park is regularly patrolled by the Nashville Police Department, said Mix, and has their support as well as the support of the Barry County DARE program, and school board. "The police department likes it because there used to be a problem with skateboarding downtown on sidewalks," he explained. "Now there is one central place to come." Since the park has opened, there have been no serious accidents, another fear that one would think happens to skate boarders a lot, he said. The park is open from daylight to dusk, Tate "Our next step is to seal the pavement to make it a smoother surface," he said. "That will really help lessen the bumps, and the kids are building a couple more ramps." said, and continues to be under construction by the students. 1$, The Dog House £ Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds L1 Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville gg Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 - Page 7 Sandy Harvey named new Nashville office manager ment was as human re­ source administrator for Builder's Square in Lans­ ing before it went out of business. "I think it is going to be a very challenging job, which is nice because I get bored easily and it is also nice to work close to home," she said. "I also love the fact you can wear jeans to work. You can't beat that," she laughed. Harvey is married and has three kids at home with her husband. In her free time, she said, she likes to ride horses. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Teachers Jennifer Lundquist (sitting) and Sarah Marion work with the students on the new computer. Sandy Harvey likes a challenge, and she is hop­ ing to find that in her new position as office manager in the Village of Nashville. Harvey moved to the Nashville are about a year . ago,- and is originally from the Ann Arbor area. She takes the place of Cathy Lentz, who is still the village clerk. Lentz re­ signed this month to pur­ sue other career opportuni­ ties. Harvey said she has a business background and her most recent employ- Sandy Harvey Full Early Fours leads to more funding by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Early Fours program filled all of its slots this year, which earned full funding to pur­ chase a lot of new equip­ ment for the program. Teachers Sarah Marion and Jennifer Lundquist said funding came through after they filled all 33 spots for the program. With the funds they pur­ chased many new activi­ ties and equipment for the kids. "We got a puppet stage and puppets, a writing cen­ ter with a dry erase easel, a kids computer, a new music center, a new fish tank... lots of stuff," said Lundquist. Also purchased for the program were things like a flannel board for telling stories, bug catching sup­ plies, a new book shelf, and a new set of puzzles. Reading Month read in held at Fuller To celebrate March is Reading Month, Gerrie Long's class at Fuller Elementary held a read in all day last week Friday. Here, Anastasia Hakenjos reads with the help of her beanie baby. Annie Swift and Kaidyn Guilford play with the new puppet stage at the Early Four's program. Because of filling all their spots, the program received full funding from the state and was able to purchase new equipment for the classroom. "The kids just love the new stuff," said Marion. "It is nice to have new Dayton Carter and Anna Pash stand by the new art center at the Early Four's building. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 equipment and the kids are really benefiting from it." Both teachers will be at­ tending an early childhood conference at the end of this month. They said the program, which started two years ago, as a school readiness program is going great, and applications are being taken for next year as well. "We are excited for next year and are already ac­ cepting applications," said Marion. "Parents can just stop by for an application and visit the building (right behind Kellogg Community School)." Marion said the kids are doing more field trips this year and will soon be going the children's museum in Grand Rapids. They are also celebrat­ ing in April, as it is the month of the young child. "We will be emphasiz­ ing with the parents that early childhood develop­ ment is crucial" said Lundquist. Looking fora PRINTER? Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! PRINT SHOP • Full Color • Signs • Copying • Addressing • Laminating ...and MORE! • Complete Binding Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News 4ction-ads (616) 945-5078 / vnrr vCdalll Q/l fax: (616> C C/1 945-5192 Ask for one of our printing specialists �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 27, 2001 - Page 8 Fuller Elementary students enjoy tropical celebration Students in the class take turns cracking the coconut with a hammer. The class gets ready to eat a fresh pineapple. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Robin Boyd, Vicki Root NOTICE Attention Nashville village residents: the Nashville Village Council has one open position for Trustee. Anyone interested in being a trustee please con­ tact the Village office at 852-9544 or come into 206 N. Main St. by 5:00 pm on April 5, 2001. You must be a registered voter of the Village. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk (104) and Sherry Gould's classes at Fuller Elementary "went to the big island" last week Friday. The class had been studying Hawaii for a week, and the study cul­ minated in a tropical cele­ bration that featured fun activities such as crackin? ORDINANCE NO. 1-11-79-B AN ORDINANCE REGULATING CROSS CONNECTIONS WITH THE PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM, A CONNECTION OR ARRANGEMENT OF PIPING OR APPURTENANCES THROUGH WHICH WATER OF QUESTIONABLE QUALITY, WASTES OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS CAN ENTER THE PUBLIC SUPPLY SYSTEM. The class celebrates Hawaii. Be it ordained by the Village of Nashville, State of Michigan: SECTION 1. That the Village of Nashville adopts by reference the water supply cross connec­ tion rules of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality being R 325.11401 to R 325.11407 of the Michigan Administrative Code. SECTION 2. That it shall be the duty of the Nashville water department to cause inspection to be made of all properties served by the pubic water supply where cross connections with the pub­ lic water supply is deemed possible. The frequency of inspections and reinspections based on po­ tential health hazards involved shall be as established by the Nashville water department and as approved by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. open a coconut, eating fresh pineapple, making coconut pudding and danc­ ing at a "luau." Other fun activities are "fishing at a beach" and SECTION 3. That the representative of the Nashville water department shall have the right to en­ ter at any reasonable time any property served by a connection to the public water supply system of the Village of Nashville for the purpose of inspecting the piping system or systems thereof for cross connections. On request the owner, lessees or occupants of any property so served shall fur­ nish to the inspection agency any pertinent information regarding the piping system or systems on such property. The refusal of such information or refusal of access, when requested, shall be deemed evidence of the presence of cross connections. SECTION 4. That the Nashville water department is hereby authorized and directed to discon­ tinue water service after reasonable notice to any property wherein any connection in violation of this ordinance exists, and to take such other precautionary measures deemed necessary to elimi­ nate any danger of contamination of the public water supply system. Water service to such prop­ erty shall not be restored until the cross connection(s) has been eliminated in compliance with the provisions of this ordinance. SECTION 5. That all testable back flow prevention devices shall be tested initially upon installa­ tion to be sure that the device is working properly. Subsequent testing of devices shall be con­ ducted at a time interval specified by the Nashville Water Department and in accordance with Michi­ gan Department of Environmental Quality requirements. Only individuals approved by the Nashville Water Department shall be qualified to perform such testing. That individual(s) shall certify the results of his/her testing. SECTION 6. That the potable water supply made available on the properties served by the public water supply shall be protected from possible contamination as specified by this ordinance and by the state and/or local plumbing code. Any water outlet which could be used for potable or domestic purposes and which is not supplied by the potable water system must be labeled in a con­ spicuous manner as: WATER UNSAFE FOR DRINKING. Synopsis of Meeting Castleton Twp. Board Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD March 7, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Six people were in attendance from the public. Minutes were approved. Amended the budget. Treasurer's report was accepted. Bills in the amount of 8211.89 were approved for payment. SECTION 7. That this ordinance does not supersede the state and/or plumbing code but is supplementary to them. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 SECTION 8. That any person or customer found guilty of violating any of the provisions of this ordinance, or any written order of the Nashville water department, in pursuance thereof, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $300 for each violation. Each day upon which a violation of the provisions of this act shall occur shall be deemed a separate and additional violation for the purpose of this ordinance. SECTION 9. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed insofar as the conflicting portions thereof are concerned. SECTION 10. This ordinance shall be published in full in the Maple Valley News, a newspaper of general circulation in the Village Nashville, promptly after its adoption, and shall be recorded in the Ordinance book of the Village and such recording authenticated by the signatures of the Village President and Village Clerk. SECTION 11. This ordinance is hereby determined by the Village Council to be immediately necessary for the preservation of peace, health and safety of the Village and is, therefor, declared to have immediate effect. PASSED and adopted by the Village of Nashville, Michigan, on this 22nd day of March, 2001. Carroll Wolff, Village President ATTEST: Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Yeas: Pash, Dunham, White, Wheeler, Kellogg, Wolff Nays: None Absent: Beachnau TAXES • TAXES Jerry Reese presented infor­ mation on the cemetery pro­ gram. Discussed cemetery issues. Voted to hire Jerry Reese to work on the cemetery records. The 2001-2002 budget was worked on. Committee reports were given. Set the dates and times for the board meetings. Voted to set the budget hear­ ing on 4-4-01 at 7 p.m. Correspondence .was dis­ cussed. J. MacKienzie discussed county business. Authorized the clerk and trea­ surer to pay bills due before the end of March. Public comment was heard. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor • TAXES • TAXES RL Hill Tax Service w < Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornappie Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville 0 Ul Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business g the island for a week or so, and we thought it would be nice to "go to a warm place," Boyd laughed. The kids said their fa­ vorite part of the day was the dancing, and the pineapple. "Well, it's real fun except for the grass skirts," said one boy. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & 00 OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available g m NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad CP Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES < (105) pretending to snorkel for fish. The kids played Hawai­ ian music, and wore brown grass skirts for the events. "We have been studying (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 - Page 9 Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buyers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 For Rent 2 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent in Nashville. References required. (517)852-0852 IN NASHVILLE 2 bedroom apartment, also 2 bedroom mobile home (517)852-9386. NASHVILLE: New 1 bed­ room house with attached garage. Also, 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-0430 & (517)852-9386 NationalAds DIET MAGIC LOSE UP TO 3OLBS/3O DAYS. PRO­ GRAM STARTS AT $30. CALL BECKI AT: (616)721­ 8804 DO YOU WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT AND HAVE MORE ENERGY? GIVE ME A CALL, (616)721-8804 BECKI. WORK AT HOME FULL OR PART TIME. FREE IN­ FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-3951. EATON CUUNTY RUAD COMMISSION Members of the junior high who competed in Destination Imagination and won the DeVinci award include (front row, left) Dhanielle Tobias, Sarah Vanderhoef, (second row) Andrea Jarvie, Brandi Walden, Amanda Kirchhoff, and Garrett Van Engen. Maplewood student Meghan Gaber was also part of the team. Coaches were Linda Gaber and Cindy Hart. Local students compete in Destination Imagination PUBLICNOTICE 2001 BRUSH SPRAY PROGRAM SUNFIELD, RUXAND, VERMUNTVILLE ANU CHESTER TOWNSHIPS The Eaton County Road Commission will begin the 2001 Brush Spraying Program on or after August 1, 2001. Completion is expected prior to October 1, 2001. The control of brush within the right of way of county roads is critical to maintaining the safety and useability of the county road system. Locations to be sprayed along county roads include alll areas within the right of way outside of platted subdivisions where brush or tree branches could obsltruct vision, create drainage obstructions, or cause snow removal or icing problems. All brush below a height of 15 feet will be sprayed except at residential lots and improved lawn areas. The material used is approved by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and safe for use on our road system. The work will be done by a contractor who is an approved licensed applicator registered to spray this material in a safe and effective manner. These Fuller Elementary students competed in the recent Destination Imagination competition. The team included (from left) Martin Shiltom, Adam Zank, and Ayla Kranz. Amanda Paxon and Nicholas Kirk (absent) also were on the team. Residents who do not want their roadside included in the spray program may obtain a “No Spray Permit from the road commission prior to July 1,2001. If limbs and brush has been cut by the propprop­ erty owner there will be no need to spray. A list of roads included in this program is available at the Eaton County Road Commission, 1112 Reynolds Road, Charlotte, Ml 48813. If you have concerns or questions about the spray program, or if you have special needs to be considered, please contact the Eaton County Road Commission at 517-543-1630 or 1-877-883­ 2866. EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2001 ROAD CONSTRUCTION A public hearing will be held by the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners on Thursday, April 12, 2001, at 7:00 P.M. local time in the Board Room of the Eaton County Road Commission's Office located at 1112 Reynolds Road, Charlotte, Michigan 48813, for the purpose of hearing pub­ lic comments on the following 2001 construction and heavy maintenance projects in Eaton County, Michigan. Vermontville Township Truth in Budgeting 1. Mt, Hope Highway - Lansing Road to Creyts Road. Reconstruct and widen to 4 lanes with left turn lanes at major intersections. Improve rail cross surfaces at CN Rail Crossing near Lans­ ing Road. The Vermontville Township Board will hold a pub­ lic hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2001-2002 at the Vermontville Opera House on March 29, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. 2. Snow Road - Realign, reconstruct and signalize intersection at Mt. Hope Highway. 3. St, Joe Highway at Snow Road - Widen to provide left turn lanes at St. Joe and improve traf­ fic signal. 4. Hartel Road - Island Highway to King Highway. Reconstruct and resurface to all season stan­ dards. Improve sight distance at various locations. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. 5. Vermontville Highway - M-50 to Lansing Road. Reconstruct and resurface to all season stan­ dards. 6. Ionia Road at Kinsel Highway - Cut hill and reconstruct intersection to improve safety. The proposed budget for the 2001-2002 budget year is available for inspection at the clerk's home office, 5150 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville. Please call for an appointment at 517-726-0032. 7. Ionia Road at Valiev Highway - Cut hill and reconstruct intersection to improve safety. 8. Reconstruct and Surface: Guinea Road - Billwood to Lansing Road 9. Other Bituminous Resurfacing and Sealcoating Projects: Clerk, Marcia K. Grant Vermontville Township board will provide necessary reasonable aux­ iliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon three days notice to the clerk, Marcia Grant by calling 517­ 726-0032. 100 CASTLETON TOWNSHIP NOTICE 0E PUBUC HEARING ON THE BUDGET FOB FISCAL YEAB APRIL 1. 2001 THRU MARCH 31. 2002 The Castleton Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Township Budget at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Ml on Wednesday, April 4, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. prior to the regular meeting of the Township Board. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall. The Castleton Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities upon five days notice to the Township Board. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor 915 Reed Street Nashville, Ml 49073 517-852-9479 102 Maple Valley junior high students participated in the Destination Imagination competition earlier this month and came away with the coveted DeVinci Award. There was only one of the awards given out to the nearly 100 teams competing. The award is for creativity with the set design, and for generating spirit, team work throughout their entire school. They accomplished this by building a set designed by thousands of pop bottles, donated by other students in the school. Here, Maplewood student Meghan Gaber who competed with the junior high team holds the award given to the team in the competition. Battle Creek Hwy - Bellevue Vill Um E to Twp Ln Battle Creek Hwy - Five Point to Carlisle Battle Creek Hwy - W Twp Une to Five Point Bellevue Hwy - Cochran to Royston Bellevue Hwy - Royston to M-99 Broadbent Rd - Willow to Saginaw Canal Rd - Wilbur to Eaton Rapids Cty Lim Canal Rd - Windsor to Wilbur Chester Rd - Carlisle to Kinsel Chester Rd - Kinsel to Vermontville Columbia Hwy - Smith to M-99 Creyts Rd - Mt Hope to I-496 Doane Hwy - M-100 to Otto Five Point Hwy - Bradley to Maurer Five Point Hwy - Curtis to Bradley Holt Hwy - Dimondale Vill Lim to M-99 Lacey Lake Rd - Battle Creek to Griffin Lacey Lake Rd - Spicerville to Five Pt Mt Hope Hwy - Cochran to Oneida Mulliken Rd - Vermontville to Needmore Narrow Lake Rd - Baseline to Bellevue Needmore Hwy - Mulliken to Cochran Plains Hwy - Eaton Rapids City Um to Waverly Vermontville Hwy - Royston to M-99 Vermontville Hwy - Potterville Cty Um to Royston St Joe Hwy - M-100 to Royston St Joe Hwy - Oneida to 1.0 Mile East St Joe Hwy - Royston to Nixon Waverly Rd - M-188 to Bellevue Windsor Hwy - Nixon to Canal The proposed construction is scheduled to be accomplished during the 2001 construction sea­ son. Acquisition of right of way, if required, will be completed before construction of the projects, provided the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners approves the projects. Further information on the proposed projects will be available before the scheduled hearing date at the Eaton County Road Commission offices at the above address or by telephoning 517-543­ 1630 or 1-877-883-2866. Any person wishing to present comments on the proposed improvement is invited to be present; however, a person wishing to present a written statement or an exhibit at the hearing shall convey that statement or exhibit to the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners, 1112 Reynolds Rd., Charlotte, Michigan 48813. The Eaton County Road Commission will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and ser­ vices, such as interpreters for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being con­ sidered at the meeting for the visually impaired, for individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon two (2) working days notice to the Eaton County Road Commission. Individuals with disabilities re­ quiring auxiliary aid or services should contact the Eaton County Road Commission in writing or by calling Sharon K. Hice, ADA Coordinator, at the above address or telephone number, extension 202. . BOARD OF EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS FRED W. MARQUARDT, CHAIRMAN TIMOTHY J. LAMOREAUX, VICE-CHAIRMAN LARRY L. ADAMS, MEMBER BLAIR E. BALLOU, ENGINEER - MANAGER (103) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. March 27, 2001 - Page 10 Fuller students view Razzle Dazzle Circus Clowns entertain at the Razzle Dazzle Circus at Fuller Elementary. walked, and performed other miraculous "feats" for the audience and sang songs. NOTICE MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1,2001, thru March 31,2002, will be held in con­ junction with the annual meeting at the township hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville, on March 31, 2001, at 1:30 p.m. Copies of the proposed budg­ et may be obtained at the township hall. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Susie Butler, Clerk, by writing 9752 Evart Rd., Nashville, or by phoning 852-1859. A special meeting of the Maple Grove Township Board will be held immediately follow­ ing the annual meeting. Susie Butler, Clerk Maple Grove Township Tight rope walkers Allison Waters (left) and Gretchen Hackenjos perform for the audience as part of the circus. Make plans to honor 24 of the state’s top high school football coaches Saturday, April 7 at the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association 2001 Hall of Fame Banquet. The event will take place at the University of Michigan's Indoor Track Facility starting at 5:30 p.m. One of the coaches being honored this year by the M.H.S.F.C.A. is Maple Valley High School's own Guenther Mittelstaedt. The guest speaker will be Lloyd Carr, the head by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Prancing ponies, flying trapeze artists and snake charmers came to Fuller Elementary school last week in the form of the Razzle Dazzle Circus. The circus, put on by Linda Gaber's kindergarten class entertained parents and other classrooms alike with their colorful show. The show included acts by the kids, music and fun costumes. Gaber said that she puts on the show every year for audiences, and it is always one of the kids' favorites. Students tight rope Coming In Dailyl Governmental and Community Service 1 Year Trade-ins! MHSFCA banquet is April 7 football coach at the University of Michigan. Cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m., dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the program will start at 7:30 p.m. The cost per ticket is $20. Tickets should be ordered by Friday, March 30. Checks payable to the M.H.S.F.C.A. and self addressed envelopes can be sent to Mr. Ivan Muhlenkamp; Ticket Chairman; Hall of Fame Banquet; 2100 Lakeview Ave.; St. Joseph, MI 49085. 250 SKID STEER Hing master Cody Harris announces the acts for the Razzle Dazzle Circus put on by Linda Gaber's kindergarten students last week. Pre-school activities set at Putnam April 4 Skid steer fortheupwaidly mobie A pre-school reading, and craft session will be held Wednesday, April 4, at the Putnam District Library. All pre-school aged children are invited for the reading, crafts, and milk and cookies. However, children must be signed up before hand. Call the library at 852­ 9723 or stop by to sign up. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B LAWN & GARDEN TRACTORS • Save vs- New • 1 Year Warranty • We Take Trade-ins See us for details andpricing. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hasting;, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 2 John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Farm Give your business a lift. With the 250 Skid Steer from John Deere. Its patent-pending vertical-lift system reaches much farther forward than a conventional skid steer, allowing quicker loading and unloading. So why put up with a vertical-lift system that doesn’t work as well? Try a 250 Skid Steer, today. HORSE SHOEING & TRIMMING: Richard Laws, (616)948-8388. Miscellaneous FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth,, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. JOHN Deere www.deere.com Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) 945-9526 Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat 7 to 2 a d iff ere ce �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 - Page 11 Coach honored, continued from page 12 that you have already seen during the regular season.” Winning is great, but Mittelstaedt says the game is more than what's on the scoreboard. Like Castille, Brian Carpenter and Martin have gone on to coach the game after learning it under their former varsity mentor and Little League sign-up is April 9 Maple Valley FFA members at MSU’s Wharton Center (back, from left) Ben Owens, Tommy Griffin, Tim Rumsey, (front) Karla Hughes, Ashley Fox, Donna Cripe, Jessica Chaffee, Melinda Powers, Matt Joppie and Jeremy Dunn. FFA attends state convention The Maple Valley FFA earlier this month sent 10 students and its advisor to Michigan State University for the 73rd state FFA con­ vention. There were about 5,000 attendees at the convention. The people who went from Maple Valley were Jeremy Dunn, Matt Joppie, Ashley Fox, Donna Cripe, Jessica Chaffee, Melinda Powers, Tommy Griffin, Ben Owens, Tim Rumsey, Karla Hughes and advisor Aaron Saari. While at the convention Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley NewsACTION-Ads! members attended sessions with several motivational speakers, attended the annu­ al FFA State Dance and Pizza Party, toured the Michigan Historical Museum and watched state competitions. Ashley Fox received her Michigan Outstanding Junior Award for the state. The Maple Valley chapter also received one of the Superior Chapter awards for the state. Tim Rumsey also was a member of this year’s State FFA Band. The Maple Valley Little League sign-up, for boys and girls, is Monday, April 9 at the Maplewood gymnasium. Times of the sign-up are 6-8 p.m. The cost for tee ball players is $20, peewee, minors, major and little league players pay $25 and the cost for pony players is $35. All positions are open for a vote at the meeting immediately following the sign-up. For continued success of this program your participation at this meeting would be appreciated. Ifyou have questions, call Kathy Spears at 852-0987, T.R. Meyers at 726-0270 or Tony Jostberns at 852­ 9431. impacted the lives of some with the head coach. of the younger players. It is "The community is very here on the football field supportive and are opinthat they learn the impor- ionated about it," tance of teamwork and Mittelstaedt said. "I like the commitment. Fuller Street Field... every ."The greatest value is Friday, we take the bus. It's what they (the players) get just routine. The farmers individually," Mittelstaedt seeded the field in the said. "The victories are not 1950s and other groups put as big as being on the team. in the lights, the conces­ The determination and sions and the press box." dedication it took." Mittelstaedt realizes that Tremendous memories, not his 2001 team has some just the wins and the losses. rebuilding to do, butt says They will always be apart his Lions should be ready of that team, no matter how to make another run at an old they are." SMAA title and a State The Nashville- playoff appearance next Vermdntville area enjoys its fall. football and that is another "We lost eight starters, big reason why the Lions but we've got some good have been so successful for kid s coming back," so long. Maple Valley con-Mittelstaedt said. tinues to play its home "Hopefully, they will work games away from the high hard and we will have a school, but that's just fine good year." Call 945-9554 for classifieds EARN *9.65 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thomapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held April 19 through May 4 and is not in ses­ sion on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $10.65 per hour. To ensure the safety-of our residents and staff, all appli­ cants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by April 5 at: cQibrnapple 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street • Vermontville 517-726-1121 HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 8 pm; Sun. 10 am - 5 pm ...IS HAVING CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYS MARCH 30 & 31, 2001 10% OFF EVERYTHING EXCEPT SALE ITEMS ENJOY A HOTDOG AND POPCORN WHILE YOU ARE SHOPPING FREE GIFTS, TOO! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 27, 2001 - Page 12 Mittelstaedt honored for championship career Football at Maple Valley High School has prospered over the past 16 years, thanks in part to the hard work of varsity coach Guenther Mittelstaedt Mittelstaedt'sLions teams have compiled a 123­ 38 record, won nine Southern Michigan Athletic Association championships and qualified for the State playoffs eight times. Still, when Mittelstaedt reflects on his time with the Maple Valley football pro­ gram, the biggest smiles surface from discussions on how his players grew through their experiences or how the communities of Nashville and Vermontville have religiously supported the program throughout the years. In recognition of his work, the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association will honor Mittelstaedt April 7 at its 2001 Hall of Fame Banquet. The event will take place at the University of Michigan's Indoor Track Facility. Mittelstaedt will be one of the prep coaches honored, but his work in the game actually required a bit of a push. Student teaching and coaching basketball at Bridgman High School in 1972, Mittelstaedt was asked to assist with the football program, despite not having what he described as the "greatest background in the sport." He played two years ofvar­ sity in high school, but bas­ ketball at the time was in line with his expertise. Coach Jerry Plaintis (an All-American at Michigan State) talked Mittelstaedt into it and since the two shared the same conference hour, they were able to go over what was needed dur- ing that time. His first year as a junior varsity assistant at assistant Bridgman was not the greatest, as the Bees went 1­ 6. Soon after the coach found found aa home home at at Maple Maple Hastings High School varsity baseball coach Jason Hoefler. Hoefler still holds a state record for most interceptions in a season. Mittelstaedt gives a lot of credit for the Lions' football success to his assis- Valley and winning became tants. That group includes much more familiar. As an Gary St. Onge, Don Roscoe assistant junior varsity and Marty Martin. St. Onge has been the coach from 1974-98 the Lions went 22-17-1, from head junior varsity coach 1979-1984 he was the junior for the past 15 seasons and varsity coach at Maple has worked with the Lions' Valley and his teams were program for 17 years. 45-5-1. And from 1985 to Mittelstaedt says St. Onge the present, the Lions have nas "developed our kids for won 123 games and lost varsity" and has taught just 30 times during the "football and discipline at regular season. In total Maple Valley." "He's (St. Onge) is defi­ that's 191 wins and count­ nitely in charge; he's a great ing in 28 years. Mittelstaedt In 1990, 1991, 1997, 1999 motivator," and 2000, Maple Valley said. Roscoe has coached 14 went through die regular seasons without a loss. years after playing for three years at Battle Creek From 1989 to 1992, Springfield. Mittelstaedt's Lions won 27 "He does a great job consecutive regular season working with our offensive battles. This record helped him linemen and running our Mittelstaedt to earn Regional Coach of defense," the Year honors in 1988, explained. 1997 and 2000. Mittelstaedt calls Martin the team's chief scout and During his 16 years, Maple Valley has had more he works with the second­ than 20 players who have ary on the varsity team. "The game he called gone on to compete in col­ against Montrose (State lege. Darrel Stine and Scott playoffs 1997) got us to the Castille both played on Silverdome," Mittelstaedt Albion College's NCAA said. Listening and learning Division III championship team in 1994. Castille now from his fellow coaches has always been valuable to coaches at Albion. Scott Everett was a kick- Mittelstaedt. From Plaintis er on Michigan State to Dan Watson (the Lions University's Rose Bowl varsity coach from 1974 to 1984), the coach would team in 1987. Cody Mattson was a study their work and "over captain at Ferris State the years I started to get my University and led the own ideas." If the Lions wanted to Bulldogs to a post-season appearance. try a certain formation or A number of Lions play, they would experiunder Mittelstaedt have ment with it first on the earned All-State recogni- junior varsity. tion, including current "If it worked, we would Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, on left, stands with assistant Gary St. Onge with plaques acknowledging their 100th career wins achieved in 1998. keep it going," Mittelstaedt explained. For many years, the youth football programs have worked hand and hand with the high school team. This way, by the time the aspiring gridders reach the "big time," they already know the plays and what is required of them to be suc­ cessful. •fcf Y4 Y Chicken Leg l/4's & Thighs Less than 10 lbs. . Pepsi Products 99c 13-1/2 oz. bag Hamburger 10 lbs. & up Lb. Asst. Flavors 2 Liter % Deli Chops Ham 99 49cu Lb. ^sssssssxsssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss ^ss Gallon Bareman’s MIL* Gallon Bareman’s Water Country Maid 1/2 Gallon Cream Kellogg’s Head Apple Jacks or Lettuce Froot Loops Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday "Most of the kids before they become freshmen, know the plays," Mittelstaedt said. The play book at Maple Valley might have a few wrinkles, but for the most part it has remained the same over the years. Mittelstaedt has been using the Full House T offense (created by Mel Ruohonen) for 27 years. A couple of years ago, it was trans­ formed' into a Full Wing T, which Mittelstaedt says is even more conservative. "We don't option much any more, roll out or drop back passing," Mittelstaedt said. A heady, talented quar­ terback often helps a foot­ ball team to rack up the vic­ tories. Mittelstaedt says two of the best he has coached have been Hoefler (1990) and Greg Garn (1991-1992). Hoefler was the signal caller for just one season, but that was Maple Valley's first undefeated regular season campaign. In Garn's time at the helm, the Lions won 19 games, lost just three and had quite a streak going for not making mistakes. "He finally threw an interception in his ninth game, although he threw two in that game," Mittelstaedt remembers. Of course, the quarter­ backs couldn't throw or the running backs couldn't run without the hard work of the men up front. The first players who normally receive praise from the coach after a Friday contest are the ones making the big blocks. "We've had some great offensive linemen... our strength has been our offensive linemen," Mittelstaedt said, "Our offensive linemen need to be very intelligent." Just as the offense has remained the same, so has Maple Valley's defense. The Lions run out of a 5-2 align­ ment, one that "doesn't give up too many big plays." "We spend more time working on our defense," Mittelstaedt said. "We start on Monday and go step by step on anything." Maple Valley has only lost in the first round twice in its eight appearances in the State playoffs. In 1997 the Lions finished second and played at the Pontiac Silverdome for a State title. In 1992, the blue and white finished in the State's final four. So what were Mittelstedt's most memo­ rable battles? "Obviously Montrose that got us to the Silverdome was a big one," Mittelstaedt said. "And to me 1987, the first time we went to State, and the win over Stockbridge was big." When asked if he prefers the old playoff system or the current one which gives more teams a chance to participate, the coach was indifferent. "The old way made it special... this way gives more teams a chance, but you see some of the teams See coach honored, pg. 11 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-04-03.pdf f8132d7fb1ac77747c09ebea606c8282 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 14/April 3, 2001 County Plan Commission denies sawmill request by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A request by Shawn Benner to grant a special use permit on his land for a sawmill operation was denied by a 5-2 vote at the Barry County Planning/Zoning meeting Mon­ day, March 26, in Hast­ ings. Benner had constructed a building on his land on M-79 east of Barryville Road in Castleton Town­ ship, which is zoned agri­ cultural. He was asking to use the building for a sawmill. Many residents in the area turned out at the meeting to voice both dis­ approval and approval of the proposed mill. David Tripp, represent­ ing Benner, addressed some of the residents' fears. Those present who did not want the sawmill operation, cited noise, in­ creased traffic and safety concerns, and potential for runoff into a nearby creek as reasons for their opposi­ tion. Tripp said the sawmill would not be loud, be­ cause it is electric. He said the Department of Environmental Quality had been consulted and had said there would be no pol­ lution to a nearby stream. "It's an electric sawmill inside a building," Tripp said. "The sawdust stays inside, it is not-going to be blowing around outside in the stream. "If some neighbors are concerned about the sound, we would be open to creating a buffer," he added. Benner said a represen­ tative from the Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion had approved the driveway clearance. "He said you only need 8 1/2 seconds of clearance and you are OK, and we have that," said Benner. Tripp also said the sawmill could not be seen by any houses except one, and that person had signed a petition in favor of the business. "I think my client has a reasonable request, and we have adequately addressed any neighbors' concerns," Tripp said. "He wants to run a operation that does not bother his neighbors." A group of residents had See sawmill denied, pg. 2 Bruce Gee, representing a group of residents opposed to the proposed sawmill in Castleton township, talks about residents concerns such as traffic safety, environmental impact and property values. ‘Little Miss Syrup’ contest new to festival by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A "Little Miss Syrup" will be crowned on Satur­ day, April 28, during this year's festival weekend. The Little Miss Syrup pageant is new to the fes­ tival, and was the idea of organizer Kathy Perez. "This pageant is strictly for fun," explained Perez. "We wanted to bring something new to the fes­ tival and the enthusiasm for the event has been amazing." Twenty area girls, with ages ranging from 6 to 9, signed up to compete in the pageant, and are prac­ ticing weekly together for dance numbers and the talent portion of the show. "We are making sure it is instilled in the girls that everyone is a winner and everyone will walk away with prizes..." said Perez. "One girl will get the crown and reign as Little Miss Syrup for the day." Perez and organizers sought girls through flyers passed out at the schools. She said the response from parents has been great. The girls are practicing for a 1950s music dance number, and a country line dance number to perform at the pageant, which will be held at 5 p.m. at the Opera House April 28. The dances also will feature costumes for the girls, made by volunteer seam­ stresses. Each girl also will per­ form a talent by them­ selves for the judging. "We have girls that will be singing, dancing, play- See Little Miss Syrup, pg. 3 There are 20 contestants in the Little Miss Syrup pageant, which will be held the Saturday of the festival weekend. Coordinator Kathy Perez (right) and Krissie Gilson, along with many other volunteers, are working with the girls every week until the show. In This Issue... Dallas Holm concert set at high school Nashville man killed in motorcycle accident Australian student visits Grant family High school student Nikki James helps fit Little Miss Syrup contestant Olivia Sprague with her skirt for the 50's music dance number. Fuller Elementary announces poster, bookmark winners Seamstress Nan Visger fits Lynzie Trumble with a straw hat that will be part of her dance number costume. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 3,2001 - Page 2 Sawmill request denied, from front page Hastings attorney Bruce Gee represent their group and state their reasons why they thought the mill would not be harmonious to the area. "This building is within 125 feet of a stream," said Gee at the meeting. "There are 36 homes within a half mile radius of the proposed site, and there is a winding hill on M-79 that the trucks would be pulling out onto... this area has been zoned for nice residential homes." Castleton Township res- ident Judy Shaughnessy told the board she was worried about safety is­ sues, noise and water pol­ lution. She saicl^Jhat though Benner's attorney claimed the sawmill would not be noisy because it was elec­ tric, she and her husband who are neighbors had heard the whole construc­ tion process of the build­ ing. Castleton Township Su­ pervisor Justin Cooley sent a letter to the board saying that Benner had misled him when he built the structure. He said in the letter that Benner made it seem like the building would just be for storage, but as the construction went on it became appar­ ent what Benner wanted to use it for. Cooley accused Benner of being dishonest with him. One board member asked Benner to respond to the accusations. Benner replied that he had been up front with Cooley and did tell him that he planned to put log­ ging tools in the building. He said he was trying to be up front and open with Cooley because he did not even have to consult him about the plans. "I could have just gone to (Jim) McManus (Barry County Planning and Zon­ ing Director)..." Benner said. A board member then asked, "Is that then an in­ correct allegation by Mr. Cooley?" Your homeowners policy comes with something extra..* eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to insurance & Financial Services help-in good times and in bad-year after year. ^/luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ThM fkofft, * 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 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 of M-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................ 9:45 Morning Worship................. 11 a m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ........... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARG S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 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 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 Call for Classifieds 945-9554 Dallas Holm Dallas Holm will perform at 7 p.m. Monday, April 22, at Maple Valley High School, with Nashville Assembly of God as host. Holm, a Christian music artist, will perform songs from his newest release, “Before Your Throne.” He says that this project was truly unique in its produc­ tion, because he was able to personally oversee the entire recording through the whole creative process. “I never set out to write praise and worship music as a focused idea, but I have come to realize that the more you have grown in Christ, the more you know about Him and love Him, that there begins a natural progression of vertical praise and wor­ ship to heaven.” Holm has received honors and accolades for his accom­ plishments with his music and ministry, including seven Dove Awards, Grammy nomination for best male performance, and he received one ofthe first gold record awards given for a Contemporary Christian artist for selling over 500,000 units of his 1978 record breaking project Dallas Holm and PraiseLive. This record also includes the song “Raise Again.” Holm has made special appearances on “100 Huntley Street,” “The Swan’s Place,” “700 Club,” TBN, American Family Radio, Moody Primetime, Twenty the Countdown Magazine, and performed the National Anthem for Texas Rangers Baseball games in ‘97, ‘98, and ‘99. Tickets are on sale now for $6 in advance, $8 at the door. Call for more informa­ tion (517) 852-9819. Doors open at 6 p.m. CHURCH SCHEDULE 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship.............. 11 a.m. Church School .................0 a.m. Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. .11 a.m. "Yes," Benner replied. Cooley then spoke up and said he took exception to that. He said he had no problem with Benner stor­ ing his tools there, but he did not approve of a sawmill at the site. Another board member said to Benner, "You have sunk quite a lot of money into this building... you have a lot of money into what you have done there. We have this sort of prob­ lem in Barry County. Peo­ ple build things and spend a lot of money and then af­ ter the fact wonder if it is OK (or zoned properly)." Benner replied, "I was told by the township su­ pervisor that he did not see a problem with it whatso­ ever." "The supervisor is not the one you needed to clear this with," the board member answered. Several area residents spoke in favor of the sawmill. One, who said he was "a beef producer" said he could use "all the saw­ dust I can get." Zane Mead said, "I think this would be an asset to the community." One resident said, "The people in this room proba­ bly put oil in their drive­ way, and that causes more environmental damage (than this)." The motion to grant the special use request was then denied with a 5-2 vote. McManus said after the meeting that Benner could appeal the decision by go­ ing in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals, but that he did not know as of press time if Benner planned to do that. Dallas Holm concert set athigh school 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 PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service ......................... 6 p.m. 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 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Senrice................................. 7 Wed. Senrice ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice........... 945 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W..orship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.nx PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service...................11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrfiardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 3, 2001 - Page 3 Children’s Parade will be April 28 The Children’s Parade for the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival will take place Saturday, April 28, with line up at 10:30 a.m. in front of the Opera House. The parade will step off at 11 a.m. The theme this year is "The Magic of Books Goes to the Maple Syrup FestiThe girls practice their dance numbers, which will be performed during the pageant. Penny Supper Miscellaneous FISH FOR val.” The costumes can pertain to any children's book or maple syrup. The prizes are $40, $30. $20 and $10. Every partic­ ipant gets tickets for rides and free maple sugar candy. There are no hordes or dogs allowed. For more informatipon. call (517)726­ 0670. STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth,, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. NOPHONEINTERNET.CO M Saturday, April 7th Turkey, Dressing & Ham Nashville VFW Post #8260 Auxiliary MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: wyvw.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI ■QUAL HOUtWO HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203________945-2243 $4.00 Family Twllite 4-6 pm daily Girls' competing in the pageant are- already making new friends' in the process. Hannah Gardner (from left), Olivia Sprague, Lauren Trumble: and Ashley Weiler enjoy each others company at the practice, last week-: $4.75 with Student ID $5.00 Late Shows Frl & Sat Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills & ,25c Co_ Uo__J_P __* Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View_____ • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.... Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM 4/07 & 4/08 ROAD TO EL DORADO (PG) SHOWS VAUD 4/02 - 4/05 OSOMEONE LIKE YOU (PG-13) DIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 1:10,3:10,5:10,7:10,9:10 O TOMCATS (R) 1:20,3:20,5:20,7:20,9:20 ©SPY KIDS (PG) OIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATIKO 12:50, 2:50, 4:50, 7:00, 9:00 EXIT WOUNDS (R) 1:00,3:00,5:00,7:30,9:30 Come on down to HASTINGS 4 and enter the SPY KIDS Contest. You could WIN a Play Station 2 or a SPY KIDS spy pack plus many nther great prizes!!) Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad ■ 1 B @ Hastings 4 -mv HITOURWEB@www.wti.cowB B TANNING •4 *15 *25 $40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues I'hurs 8 am-8 pm: In. 8 am-7 pm; Sal. 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 been really nice. Perez said she has at­ tended the Syrup Festival for many years, but this is her first time being in­ volved in organizing an event for it. She said she got the idea for the pageant, and went to they festival board for approval. The rest she said, is his­ tory. "We presented it to the board, with the express idea of this not trying to outshine the syrup queen and alternate. This is just a one day thing. They were very receptive to the idea." Volunteers from the high school are helping with costumes, and other women are donating their talents as seamstresses, said Perez. Krissie Gilson is co-coordianting the event with Perez, Perez® said the event is also getting a lot of help from many other people, including Ryan Rosin for musical coordi­ nator, and Kimberly Knoll for choreographer of the dance numbers. "We are looking forward to the pageant and hope everyone will stop by to watch it," said Perez. "The girls have already been having fun practicing and making new friends in the process." Mobile Homes TAKE OVER PAYMENTS on a new home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes (616)945-0000 or 1-888­ 538-8900. Eves. 726-0223 ....... 726-1234 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Little Miss Syrup contest, continued from front page ing musical instruments, even doing comedy,."- said Perez. All the girls also will be included in the grand pa­ rade as a group. Three area judges will be selected for the event, explained Perez. There will be one-on-one inter­ views with the girls and they will be judged on poise, smiles, confidence and talent. "We will belooking for the quote unquote ’All­ American girl’," Perez ex­ plained. The winner will be crowned by this year's syrup queen, and hope­ fully, Perez said, the Little Miss Syrup will be around next year to start the tradi­ tion- of crowning subse­ quent winners. Perez said prizes have been donated by area mer­ chants for the event. "The local merchants have been great," she said. "They have actually called me to donate,, so that has MLS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm . REALTOR Sunday, April 8th 2 to 4 p.m. 211 H. Middle St Nashville Priced to buy, 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air & water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details.________________ (N-l 19) $79,900 Your Host... Jerry Reese COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES NE OF VERMONTVILLE, NEAR M-50, GOOD LOCATION, BLACKTOP ROAD. Newer windows, roof St furnace. Needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (N-l 16) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 St has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front St rear stairs. Call Homer for more details St appointment to see. (N-117) 220 495 71/2 A Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) West of Nashville. 2 bedroom ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,500!! Call Nyle today for a private showing. (CH-120) CHARMING HOME IN HASTINGS BRICK RANCH $79,900! VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, “TUdor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor .laundry, back yard nicely landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) HIGH ON A HILL COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN fit RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live down­ stairs & rent upstairs. TVvo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim & pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room; great investment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-l 18) VACANT LAND 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, corner lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, convenient to town & low maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing & details today. (H-95) NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, large kitchen, open stairway & 2 - car attached garage, geat family Perked & surveyed, ideal for manufachome!! Call Nyle today to find out tured home. Some trees, close to how to use your tax return to pur­ town. All this for just $14,900. chase this home. (N-121) Call Nyle today. (VL-73) 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE �he Mapie VaBey News, Nashville Tuesday. April 3. 2001 - Page 4 Firemen’s pancake breakfast a success Local firemen served around 560 people at the breakfast held a week ago, said fire fighter Brian Chaffee. me wdMivuie nreman s oreaktast is a great place to chat and catch up on the latest news. The 11th annual Fire­ man's Pancake Breakfast held in Nashville a week ago Saturday was a great success, said fireman Brian Chaffee. "This was our best year yet," he said. "We served over 560 people throughout the weekend... it was pretty busy and steady both days." Official numbers of money raised from the event were not available as of press time, but Chaffe said because of the turnout the department is optimistic the total would be the best yet. There were no fire runs like last year, when the wives of the firemen were left in charge of the break­ fast. Chaffe said that the families and especially the kids worked really hard serving people and helping out this year too though. The pancake breakfast, "is a family affair, with the wives and kids helping out and we would like to thank them," he added. "The event went really well and we think every­ one was pretty happy with it," he said. Junior Farmers helping festival with preparations Lt. Jack Semrau flips pancakes at the fireman's breakfast. The Vermontville Junior Farmers are helping gather sap for the Maple Manor in preparation for the Syrup Festival April 27-28. The Junior Farmers also participate in the festival in other ways, by putting on a petting zoo, and hold­ ing a bake sale. The Junior Farmers have had a great year as a 4-H club, said club reporter Stacy Andreau. The club received sev­ eral awards last summer at PARENTS OF MAPLE VALLEY PRESCHOOLERS (All children ages 2 1/2 - 5 yrs.) If your child will be 5 years old by Pec. 1st call 552-9465 (starting April 9th) for Kindergarten Roundup Registration. the Eaton County Fair, in­ cluding Beth Mulvany re­ ceiving honorable mention for food preservation, and Jessica Roll in flower beds. There was one comple­ tion award given, and it went to Laura Hillard for her work throughout sev­ eral years in 4-H. Two leadership awards given out, to Autum Pierce for teen leader with her work in rabbits and Lisa Mul- Easter Egg Hunt slated Grace Community Church in Nashville will be holding its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Satur­ day April 14 at Putnam Park. The hunt will start at 10 a.m., and the event is in­ tended for all children sixth grade and under. There will be prizes and the hunt will take place rain or shine, said organiz­ ers. Maple Valley Computer Center Local Internet Service SPECIAL PATES: April 17th, 7 p.mKindergarten Parent Orientation and Story Hour at Fuller Street Elementary All 56k Modems in Charlotte, Nashville, Lake Odessa and Portland Servicing Hastings, Clarksville, Saranac, Ionia, Mulliken, Woodland and Sunfield Spring Special One Year $179 with this Coupon If your child will be 4 yrs. old by Pec. 1st, call 552-9794 (starting April 9th) for Early Fours Registration Information 105 N. Main St., Nashville Ph. 517-852-1784 www.mvcc.com TAXES • TAXES If your child is between 2 1/2 - 4 yrs. old and you are concerned about your child's development speech, coordination behavior or learning, call 552-9465 (starting April 9th) for information about Pre-primary Services. vany for her flower beds. Jessica Cowell also re­ ceived a Vet Science County medal. Two Junior Achiever awards also were given. Emily Eldred received an award for sheep and Aaron Curtis for rabbits. "The Vermontville Ju­ nior Farmers are hopeful that the year 2001 will turn out as well as 2000," Andreau said. • TAXES • TAXES • RL Hill Tax Service 4 < Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville (0 111 Individuals, Specializing in Farms, & Small Business 3 NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad £ C . Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience . TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 3, 2001 - Page 5 Nashville man killed in motorcycle crash J-Ad Graphics News Service Dennis Todd, a friendly guy who lived a good part of his life behind the handle bars of his Harley Davidson motorcycles, waved to a friend in a passing pickup truck Thursday afternoon, March 22, while taking his 13year-old son, Chase, for a ride on his new motorcycle. Seconds later, the 47year-old Nashville man was thrown from the bike and knocked unconscious from a closed head injury after striking the rear of a vehicle stopped in front of him, waiting to make a left-hand turn. Todd was pronounced dead at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids Tuesday, March 27, after spending four days in a coma in the the intensive care unit. His son was not hurt in the accident. "They were coming into Hastings from a friend's house to help fix his bike at another friend's house," said Todd's daughter, Christina. According to a police report, Kelly Dey, 22, of Hastings had been driving west on West State Street ahead of the motorcycle and had stopped to wait for passing cars before turning left onto Madison Street. "Dey said as she was waiting to turn left with her turn signal on, she heard a horn honk and noticed a blue or green pickup truck headed east past her," Officer Joe Booher reported. "She noticed the driver of the truck was waving as it passed her." Police said Dey then looked in her rear view mirror and noticed the driver of the motorcycle COMMISSION ON AGING MENU & EVENTS Hearty Meals Wednesday, April 4 Roast beef, mashed w/gravy, zucchini, dinner roll, cookie. Thursday, April 5 Chicken parmesan, Italian vegetables, pasta, Brussel sprouts, lemon parfait. Friday, April 6 Liver and onions, augratin potatoes, glazed car­ rots, dinner roll, fresh orange. Monday, April 9 Shredded chix BBQ, country potatoes, cole slaw, bakery bun, fruit crisp. Tiiesday, April 10 Soft shell taco, s.w. veg­ etables, re-fried beans, treat. Lite Meals Wednesday, April 4 Chix Pasta Salad, Corn O’Brien, Fruited Jell-O. Thursday, April 5 Egg salad, broc and raisin salad, dinner roll, pineap­ ples. Friday, April 6 Turkey w/Swiss, w.w. bread, pork and beans, man- darin oranges. Monday, April 9 California reuben, spread, carrot raisin salad, Rye Krisps, fruited jell-o. Tuesday, April 10 Chicken wings, cole slaw, dinner roll, mixed fruit. Events Wednesday, April 4 Hastings, nails, crafts, line dance; Nashville, creditor, 11: 3 0; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, April 5 Hastings, music; Nashville, potluck with Delton, bingo; Delton, potluck with Nashville. Friday, April 6 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn; Woodland, social day. Monday, April 9 Hastings, line dancing; Nashville, Nashville, game day; Woodland, Red Cross, D.A.T. 11:30; Delton, game day. Tuesday, April 10 Hastings, Kinship Care, 7:00 p; Nashville, Hospice, 11:30. waving back and watched as he put his hand back on the handlebars "Dey realized at this time that the driver was getting close to her," Booher. reported. "She stated she saw the look of surprise on the driver's face and then saw him attempt to get around her." Instead, Todd's bike struck her rear driver's side bumper and she saw Todd and his son "go flying through the air." "Dey said she had rolled forward a little when she noticed the driver was not going to be able to stop in time," Booher reported. "Dey then got out yelling, 'is everyone all right?' She... started to call 911 on her cell phone and noticed the driver on the ground.'" When police arrived, Todd was unconscious but breathing and a private citizen was holding his head while telling him to keep breathing, Booher said. He was then transported by ambulance to Pennock Hospital and later airlifted to Spectrum, police said. Officers reported that Todd and his son, Chase, were wearing "skull" helmets when the crash occurred. "The helmet involved in this incident and the one worn by the passengers... are not approved Depart­ ment of Transport-ation helmets for motorcycles," Booher wrote in his report. "Abrasion marks are on the left side of the helmet where the closed head in­ juries are to Mr. Todd." Police are requesting a subpeona from the Barry County Prosecutor's office to determine whether al­ cohol was a factor in the cause of the crash. According to Christina Todd, 26, of Hastings, her father had been an avid Harley Davidson rider all of her life, and often took her and her two brothers, Chase, 13, and Shayne, 18 and her sister, Brandy, 23, for rides. "He was a really good guy," said Christina. "He loved his kids and his grandchildren." Christina's son, Tyler, 9, often enjoyed having "dip­ pin' eggs" for breakfast with his grandpa, while her children Kennedy, 6, and Damon, 4, also "really loved their grandpa" as did her 2-year-old neice. Catherine. "She would watch TV and sing commercials with her grandpa," said Christina. She added that her fa­ ther loved riding his bike so much that he even rode in the winter, she said. Todd and his wife, Laura, had recently ridden motorcycles to a two-week vacation in Florida. He often attended motorcycling gatherings such as the Sturgis Toy Run where bikers attending the event take a toy for needy children. And, he often at- tended Easy Rider and other motorcycle festivals. Todd was currently laid off from his job as head of United States projects for Team Industries, based in Canada. Funeral services were held Saturday morning at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 hours a day *7 days a week Patience isoverrated ► When you're expecting a refund, the last thing you want to do is wait longer than you have to. With Rapid Refund electronic filing, there's no faster way to get your refund with us. Then you can work on controlling your impulses. H&R BLOCK 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival TALENT SHOW Friday, April 28 Call 726-1077 or 852-0882 Three Divisions: • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • Ages 18 and over 2 as tings City Bank can help you plan your future with the products and know-how ' to help you start a solid retirement plan or strengthen an existing one. >■ Self-directed IRAs — offering maximum investment flexibility and access to stocks, bonds and mutual funds. The Dog House w * & * & Pet Grooming 'i; • >■ Professional Investment Management - for those seeking specialized advice and investment expertise. Randy Teegardin, CFP will work closely with you to tailor a program and investment plan that is based on your needs and goals. X Estate and Retirement Planning — a comprehensive plan to protect your estate Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer and manage your assets. Start planning your future today and call the Trust Department at Hastings City Bank at 616-945-2401 ~ MEMBER FDIC Securities products are offered through both Northern Trust and Goldman Sachs Investment Services Corporation. The products are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by Hastings City Bank or any ofits bank or non-bank affiliates. These products are not insured by the FDIC or any other government agency and involve investment risks, including possible loss ofthe principal amount invested. �The Maple Valley News, NashviHe, Tuesday, April 3, 2001 - Page 6 Dale Robert “Bobby Dale” Main Raymond “Shorty” Schriver daughter, Luanne (Ray) Betts of Lansing, three grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Preceding him in death was eight brothers and sis­ ters. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be announced at a later date. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel. VERMONTVILLE - Ray­ General Motors Oldsmobile mond “Shorty” Schnver, 81, plant in Lansing Michigan of Vermontville died Sun­ for 30 years, retiring in 1982. day, March 25, 2001 at his He was a member of the home. Mr. Schriver was born on U.S. Army, serving as a mil­ Sept. 23, 1919 in Mich- itary policeman in the states awaka, Ind., the son of during World War II. One of Emiel and Elisabeth his primary duties included working prisoners ofwar on (Guethals) DeSchryver. He was raised in area farms. He was a kind Woodland, Ind. and attended hearted and simple man who enjoyed hunting, fishing, area schools. He was married to and mowing his lawn. Mr. Schriver is survived Dorothy Schelter on Dec. 5, by son, Raymond (Mary) 1943 in Lake Odessa, ML He was employed at Schriver of Vermontville, Adrian Lester Smith SUNFIELD Adrian Lester Smith, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2001 in Louisville, Kentucky at the age of 88. Adrian was bom April 14, 1912 in Sunfield Township, MI, the son of Joseph Robert and Josephine (VanBuren) Smith. He was one of four chil­ dren, Sarah Ames, who died in 1997, Clifton, who died in 1942, and Loretta Mae, who died as an infant in 1917. Adrian worked for the Pierre Marquette Railroad and was employed by the E.W. Bliss Co. in Hastings for 34 years, retiring from there. He was an avid fisher­ man, builder and loved the outdoors, and he was a l NEIGHBOR Animal Shapes Plus Iron 100's Niacin 100 ma. 100'sy member of the Sunfield Lions Club. He spent most of his life in the Sunfield area, moving to Louisville, Kentucky in 1996 to live with his daughter and son­ in-law, due to ill health. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his wife, Lucene Dow Smith in 1987 and their infant son, Adrian Lee in 1940. He is survived by his daughter, Janet Baughman, and her husband Kendal; grandson, Glenn Baughman and his wife Maria Trotter, and their son, Ian; grand­ daughter, Linda Baughman, and her husband, James Wygant, and his son, Brenden, and their daughter, Emma; nephews, Joseph (Bill) and Linda Ames, UnflJI Herbert, and Connie Ames, Duane and Donna Shipman, Gary and Marcia Shipman, and Mark Shipman and their families. Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Thursday, March 29, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, Mich. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the Sunfield Library in memory ofAdrian L. Smith. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information, log on to www.legacy.com. /P/7<^W<£^S (Sib Prenatal One Daily Vitamins Maximum 100's Vitamin B-6 Vitamin C Vitamin B-12 100 ma. 500 mg. w/ Rose Hips 500 mcg. 100's 100's 100'sb 99 His employment HASTINGS Mr. Dale Robert (AKA "Bobby included truck driving, Dale”) Main, age 62 of construction work and taxi Hastings, died Friday, driving. Mr. Main was an avid March 23, 2001 at his golfer and auto racing home. Mr. Main was born on enthusiast He is survived by his January 8, 1939 in half-brother, Chuck (Linda) Hastings, the son of Dale Robert and Mildred Rice Jr., of Nashville; niece, Louise Rice and (Morgan) Main. He was raised in the fiance Hal Stevens; Woodland area and attended nephews, Chuckie (Rachel) Rice HI and Bo Cowles and school there. Mr. Main lived most of fiance Angie Heney; great his life in the Hastings nieces, Brittney, Laci and Champaign; great area. School board filing deadline will be April 9 The deadline for filing petitions to run for the two open seats on the Maple Valley Board of Education is Monday, April 9, at 4 p.m. Two four-year positions will expire on June 30, and the annual school election will be held Monday, June 11. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Kellogg Community Cen­ ter in Nashville and at Maplewood Elementary in Sunfield Boy Scouts recycling set for April 14 Sunfield Boy Scouts will have recycling at the west end of Carl's parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 14. The scouts will accept: • Newspapers — tied or in grocery bags. • Glass — clear, clean, no caps. • Aluminum — with no paper or plastic coating. • Tin cans — flattened, clean, with no labels. • Magazines — tied of in grocery bags (no Read­ er's Digest). Scouts ask that items not be dropped off early. The next recycling date will be Saturday, June 9, 2001. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Vitamin E L-Lysine 2001.U. One Daily Calcium 500 ma. 50 Plus 600 mg. + SOY SO's 60's 100's 100'sb ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. CALL FOR A list of over 300 repossessed homes in the State of Michigan. Updated monthly, some as low as $500 down. Call New Tradi­ tion Homes for more info at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 REPO: MUST SELL! Will Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4 pm Saturday nephews, Curtus, Davey and Bryce; his step­ children; cousins, aunts and uncles. Memorial graveside services were held Saturday, April 7, 2001 at Fuller Cemetery, Carlton Township, Barry County. Burial was at the Fuller Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move iff necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Vermontville. Persons interested in running for office should contact the superintenden­ t's office at 852-9699. Peti­ tions are available at the office, which is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Absentee ballots also are available until Tues­ day, May 22, and the of­ fice also will be open until 2 p.m. Saturday, June 9, for absentee voting. Nashville Garden Club meets April 9 The Nashville Garden Club will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, April 9, at the Putnam District Library. There will be a slide show in wildflowers. For more information, call 852-9520. Maple Valley LITTLE LEAGUE Sign Up For Boys & Girls April 9th, 6-8 PM • Maple Wood Gym Cost as Follows Tee Ball ...................... PeeWee, Minors, Major & Little League Pony 0 25 5 Payment due at time ofsign-up. All positions are open for a vote at the meeting immediately following sign up. For continued success of this program your participation at this meeting would be appreciated. For Questions Please Call: Kathy Spears 852-0987; / \ T.R. Meyers 726-0270; Tony Joostbums 852-9431 Beach over 4000 area hemes with a Maple Valiev News bctio Call 1-80 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 3,2001 - Page 7 SNJ S «S s & Ss S & w XS fSSwN* Ss s fv fv* Ns (S^, Maplewood, Fuller students share love of reading W PHOTO Genter FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing E HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day S &\ 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... **UU Anthony Roy (left) and Josh Hall listen as Fawn Montague reads a book out loud. Maplewood students read with Fuller students as and end to the celebration of March is Reading Month. panoramic 4x7 * >kSta APS Processing 4x6 Wi 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: * acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives ims Pte 5x8 - $2.50 Maplewood students show some of their favorite books they picked out to read to the Fuller students last week. s $495 1 8x10 as low as Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color n . Made to «rder $4I Qw5 0 as low as 2501-color DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON Second Set of Prints J । king for 35mm or APS ■ ecialty Papers? | 99^i have a huge selection uality papers in various irs & textures with original processing | Offer ffer good thru April 2001J •lop... "J NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! ! Maplewood boys pair up with Fuller boys and read books by Dr. Suess last week. * Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer . Maplewood Elementary students shared their love of reading with Fuller children last week Friday. Students from Maple- wood bused to Fuller and walked from classroom to classroom, pairing up with students and reading to­ gether. The reading between the two schools was a culmi- FROST ING & COOLING ity, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852- nation of the March Is Reading Month programs. Throughout the month, both schools have had special speakers, and guest readers come and talk to the kids about the importance of reading. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport said the event was a great way to cap off the month. He said student spirits were enthusiastic about the reading month, and the children enjoyed reading together. *. Call 945-9554 for classifieds Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • • • • Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 -n G^Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. April 3, 2001 - Page 8 Australian student visits Grant family Bonnie Hopkins, 16, a for­ eign exchange students from Australia, spent her Christmas Holiday with Don and Marcia Grant and their family, Hillary and Nicholas. Bonnie hails from Bray Park, which is a suburb of Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland. Bray Park has about 20,000 people. The Australian visitor arrived at Gerald R. Ford Airport in Grand Rapids on Dec. 1, 2000. She had start­ ed her trip in Brisbane then on to Sydney. She arrived in the United States on the West Coast in Los Angeles. From there she caught a flight to Chicago which took her to her destination in Grand Rapids. She said she went for 40 hours with no sleep. Bonnie has two older sis­ ters and one older brother. Her mother is a nurse and her father is retired. She is very active in her church, which was started in Queensland by people from Michigan. So while she was here she visited one of the families in Midland she had become acquainted with CASTLETON TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR APRIL 1, 2001 THRU MARCH 31,2002 Hillary Grant and Bonnie Hopkins of Bray Park Queensland Australia at Cereal City USA Battle Creek. The Castleton Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Township Budget at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Ml on Wednesday, April 4, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. prior to the regular meeting of the Township Board. THE PROPERTY TAX MILL­ AGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall. The Castleton Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities upon five days notice to the Township Board. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor 915 Reed Street Nashville, Ml 49073 517-852-9479 while the family was in Australia. While she was in Midland she was able to go tobogganing for the first time ever. The white Christmas that Michigan experienced over the holidays was a highlight ofher trip. Bonnie had never seen real snow and was excited to build a snowmap and go snowmobiling with the Grant family. At home in Bray Park it was 100 degrees F. for Christmas Day. 102 PAY NOTHING TIL 2002 SAVE ON THE WORLD’S RNEST TRACTORS Best Deals of the Season! Instant Rebates!* 1 Special Financing Plans!** 1 Full Line of Riding Mowers and Tractors on Sale! AS LOW AS $1599 14.5G/38 HURRY! See Your Participating Simplicity Dealer NOW! NO * Offers on selected models only. Ask your dealer for details. ’’Offer valid subject to credit approval through DOWNPAYMENT, Transamerica Bank, N.A. on purchases between 1/12/01 and 4/30/01. No payments required (except insurance premiums if applicable). Finance charges will be assessed from date of purchase, unless the total purchase price and all related insurance premiums (if applicable) are paid in full within the promotional period. INTEREST OR PAYMENTS TIL JAN. 2002** www.simplicitymfg.com VERN'S REPAIR & SPORT At the comer of M-66 & M-50 - Woodbury - OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 1-517-566-8353 • Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com O Simplicity® The Way to a Beautiful Lawn One of the things that amazed Bonnie most about Michigan were the “story book barns.” She thought that big red bams were only from children’s fairy tales. She was also amazed that the school buses were big and yellow “just like on TV” she thought Michigan was very beautiful, including big houses with the peaked roofs. Most houses in Queensland have flat roofs because there is no need for peaks “so the snow will slide off.” Bonnie attended Maple Valley High with Hillary three times. Her favorite classes were choir, band and research paper. She thought the kids were really friendly. She also attended her firstever school sporting event when she accompanied the Grants to a Maple Valley High School basketball game. Some of the other activi­ ties Bonnie enjoyed were a trip to the Capitol Building in Lansing, spending time with Bill and Sharon Mason, Frankenmuth, Cereal City USA, Cromwell Dinner Theatre, a quick tour of Michigan State University, the Out Back Restaurant, and, of course, lots of shop­ ping. Bonnie has aspirations of becoming a veterinarian so Marcia arranged for her to spend the day with Dr. Steve Miller in Charlotte helping as his assistant. The family also took Bonnie to a movie. Bonnie said that the movie will not make its way to Australia for about one year after opening in the United States. Bonnie left the Grants for her long trip home on Jan. 15, 2001, headed for Los Angeles, where she was to meet up with the other Australian students who had spent time in Canada and other parts of the U.S. They were going to enjoy two days in California at Universal Studios and Disneyland. She arrived home on Jan. 19 and had to be ready for school to start 10 days later. Bonnie’s mother later told Marcia that it has been hard for Bonnie to “knuckle down” and get back on track with school, she was still so excited about her trip. Bonnie was in the United States as a guest ofthe Lions International Youth Exchange program. Hillary Grant has plans to visit Australia and New Zealand this summer and Bethany Adams, another junior at Maple Valley High, will spend the summer in Finland, both guests of the Lions program. For more information about traveling to another country or hosting a student, call Bill Mason at (517) 726­ 0286. Nashville woman wins AQHA recognition Beverly Warner of Nash­ ville, has earned an award for logging 100 hours in the American Quarter Horse Association horseback rid­ ing program. The program recognizes and rewards AQHA mem­ bers for time spent with their American Quarter Horses in activities such as trail rides, working cattle, pleasure dri­ ving and simply riding. Current AQHA members complete a program applica­ tion and pay a one-time $25 enrollment fee. Each enrol­ lee receives an official AQHA log sheet to record their hours driving or riding an American Quarter Horse. Participants need not own their own horse, but all offi­ cial hours must be accrued with a registered American Quarter Horse. Participants need not own their horse, but all official 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 certificates from Drysdale’s Western Store to a Montana Silver­ smith trophy belt buckle at the highest level. Other awards provided by AQHA corporate sponsors include a $25 gift certificate good toward any item from Drysdale’s Western Store, at 750 hours a headstall valued at $22 from Cowboy Tack. At both 1,000 hours and 3,000 hours award recipients receive recognition in “The Quarter Horse Journal,” AQHA’s monthly magazine. Gilean Newman, AQHA manager of recreational rid­ ing programs, said “AQHA is so proud to offer this pro­ gram rewarding people who enjoy riding and driving American Quarter Horses. Enrollees are doing such diverse activities that it’s obvious this program literal­ ly fits everyone who likes spending time with horses.” AQHA actively encour­ ages horseback riding as a recreational activity that can be enjoyed alone or shared with family and friends. For more information about AQHA and its programs, visit www.aqha.com or call (806) 376-4811. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 NOTICE Attention Nashville village residents: the Nashville Village Council has one open position for Trustee. Anyone interested in being a trustee please con­ tact the Village office at 852-9544 or come in to 206 N. Main St. by 5:00 pm on April 12, 2001. You must be a registered voter of the Village. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk (104) EARN s9.65 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thomapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held April 19 through May 4 and is not in ses­ sion on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $10.65 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all appli­ cants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by April 5 at: cQibrnapple cManor W 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 3, 2001 - Page 9 Twenty-two graduate from Leadership Eaton Business Services ROOFING, - SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. National Ads For Rent $350 A MONTH - 3 bed­ DO YOU WANT TO LOSE AND HAVE room, 2 bath. Won't last WEIGHT long! Call New Tradition MORE ENERGY? GIVE ME CALL, (616)721-8804 Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1­ A BECKI. 888-538-8900. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner - operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 IN NASHVILLE 2 bedroom apartment, also 2 bedroom mobile home (517)852-9386. WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call 517-726-1005 or 517-204-7451. TIRED OF RENTING? Call us, we can help get you into your own home, for less WORK AT HOME FULL then rent! Many styles to fit OR PART TIME. FREE IN­ your needs. (616)945-0000 or FORMATION. CALL JON 1-888-538-8900. NOW: (616)721-3951. HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION PUBIIC NOTICE 2001 BRUSH SPRAY PROGRAM Leadership Eaton participants Janet Merryfield, Kate Neese, Pam Huffman Fran Fuller, Matt Heinze, Leigh Heinze, Matt Moreau, Jennifer Doty, Jeremy Mu’lvanv Kristine Ames, Mike Chappell, Victor Diaz, Kristine Silver, Lisa Cincinelli, Nancy Lampman and Keith Moss. Missing are Kevin Doty, Jane Bush, Stacie Detq’en Kav Sorensen, Ralph Reznick and Denise Dunn OMiwin$ A 1 -®L HSffliliMfc liHjrtliitiUf * mt ikittt fa ^3®“- lljMtifjn 1*^ nstffliajaJ iiS3E- MM. ■nt* 0 “Eaton County has 22 res­ idents who have become more skilled in such areas as conducting effective meet­ ings, team building, commu­ nication and conflict resolu­ tion, as part of their partici­ pation in Leadership Eaton 2001,” explains Mona Ellard, director of MSU Extension-Eaton, and co­ leader ofthe project. Those attending were Kristine Ames of Nashville; Jane Bush, Lisa Concinelli, Stacie Detgen, Jennifer Doty, Kevin Doty, Fran Fuller, Matt Heinze, Leigh Heinze, Pam Huffman, Nancy Lampman, Jeremy Mulvany, Kay Sorenson and Kate Neese, all of Charlotte; Mike Chappell and Ralph Reznick of Dimondale; Victor Diaz ofGrand Ledge; Denise Dunn and Janet Merryfield of Mulliken; Matt Moreau of Lansing; R. Keith Moss ofEaton Rapids; and Kristine Silver of Potterville. “It’s all about growing our own leaders,” said Jon Tomlanovich, Eaton Intermediate School District superintendent and project co-leader. The project began with a weekend retreat in mid-January and as a group has been meeting every two weeks for learning seminars in different locations in the county. As one participant stated, “This project has allowed me to grow into the person and leader I have always wanted to be.” Another participant stated, “The project offered me county resources I never knew existed, had great speakers and a chance to The Village of Nashville Department of Public works will be picking up leaves, brush and other yard debris on the following days in April: 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP The regular board meetings of the Castleton Township board are the first Wednesday of each month at 7pm at the Castleton Township Hall located at 915 Reed St. Nashville, Michigan 49073. The meeting dates are as follows: April 4, 2001 May 2,2001 June 6,2001 July 11, 2001 August 1,2001 September 5, 2001 October 3,2001 November 7,2001 December 5,2001 January 2,2002 February 6, 2002 March 6,2002 Castleton Township will provide necessary and reasonable aids and services to the disabled and hearing impaired upon five days notice to the Castleton Township Clerk. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk 915 Reed St., P.O. Box 679 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-9479 or (517) 852-9139 meet others from other com­ munities.” Based on these remarks and others, a Leadership Eaton 2002 project is being planned. Other county resi­ dents who would like enroll­ ment information may call Mona Ellard (517) 543-2310 or Jon Tomlanovich (517) 543.5500 x 1120. Leadership Eaton 2001 was offered with funds pro­ vided in part by CAN DO and Leadnet Area of Expertise MSU Extension. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. 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 Pip • 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 SUNFIELD, ROXAND, VERMONTVILLE AND CHESTER TOWNSHIPS The Eaton County Road Commission will begin the 2001 Brush Spraying Program on or after August 1, 2001. Completion is expected prior to October 1, 2001. The control of brush within the right of way of county roads is critical to maintaining the safety and useability of the county road system. Locations to be sprayed along county roads include alll areas within the right of way outside of platted subdivisions where brush or tree branches could ob­ struct vision, create drainage obstructions, or cause snow removal or icing problems. All brush below a height of 15 feet will be sprayed except at residential lots and improved lawn areas. The material used is approved by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Environmental Pro­ tection Agency and safe for use on our road system. The work will be done by a contractor who is an approved licensed applicator registered to spray this material in a safe and effective manner. Residents who do not want their roadside included in the spray program may obtain a “No Spray Permit’ from the road commission prior to July 1,2001. If limbs and brush has been cut by the propprop­ erty owner there will be no need to spray, A list of roads included in this program is available at the Eaton County Road Commission, 1112 Reynolds Road, Charlotte, Ml 48813. If you have concerns or questions about the spray program, or if you have special needs to be considered, please contact the Eaton County Road Commission at 517-543-1630 or 1-877-883­ 2866. EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2001 ROAD CONSTRUCTION A public hearing will be held by the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners on Thursday, April 12, 2001, at 7:00 P.M. local time in the Board Room of the Eaton County Road Commission’s Office located at 1112 Reynolds Road, Charlotte, Michigan 48813, for the purpose of hearing public comments on the following 2001 construction and heavy maintenance projects in Eaton County, Michigan. 1. Mt. Hope Highway - Lansing Road to Creyts Road. Reconstruct and widen to 4 lanes with left turn lanes at major intersections. Improve rail cross surfaces at CN Rail Crossing near Lans­ ing Road. 2. Snow Road - Realign, reconstruct and signalize intersection at Mt. Hope Highway. 3. St, Joe Highway at Snow Road - Widen to provide left turn lanes at St. Joe and improve traf­ fic signal. 4. Hartel Road - Island Highway to King Highway. Reconstruct and resurface to all season stan­ dards. Improve sight distance at various locations. 5. Vermontville Highway - M-50 to Lansing Road. Reconstruct and resurface to all season stan­ dards. 6. Ionia Road at Kinsel Highway - Cut hill and reconstruct intersection to improve safety. 7. Ionia Road at Valley Highway - Cut hill and reconstruct intersection to improve safety. 8. Reconstruct and Surface: Guinea Road - Billwood to Lansing Road 9. Other Bituminous Resurfacing and Sealcoating Projects: Battle Creek Hwy - Bellevue Vill Lim E to Twp Ln Battle Creek Hwy - Five Point to Carlisle Battle Creek Hwy - W Twp Line to Five Point Bellevue Hwy - Cochran to Royston Bellevue Hwy - Royston to M-99 Broadbent Rd - Willow to Saginaw Canal Rd - Wilbur to Eaton Rapids Cty Lim Canal Rd - Windsor to Wilbur Chester Rd - Carlisle to Kinsel Chester Rd - Kinsel to Vermontville Columbia Hwy - Smith to M-99 Creyts Rd - Mt Hope to I-496 Doane Hwy - M-100 to Otto Five Point Hwy - Bradley to Maurer Five Point Hwy - Curtis to Bradley Holt Hwy - Dimondale Vill Lim to M-99 Lacey Lake Rd - Battle Creek to Griffin Lacey Lake Rd - Spicerville to Five Pt Mt Hope Hwy - Cochran to Oneida Mulliken Rd - Vermontville to Needmore Narrow Lake Rd - Baseline to Bellevue Needmore Hwy - Mulliken to Cochran Plains Hwy - Eaton Rapids City Lim to Waverly Vermontville Hwy - Royston to M-99 Vermontville Hwy - Potterville Cty Lim to Royston St Joe Hwy - M-100 to Royston St Joe Hwy - Oneida to 1.0 Mile East St Joe Hwy - Royston to Nixon Waverly Rd - M-188 to Bellevue Windsor Hwy - Nixon to Canal The proposed construction is scheduled to be accomplished during the 2001 construction sea­ son. Acquisition of right of way, if required, will be completed before construction of the projects, provided the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners approves the projects. Further information on the proposed projects will be available before the scheduled hearing date at the Eaton County Road Commission offices at the above address or by telephoning 517-543­ 1630 or 1-877-883-2866. Any person wishing to present comments on the proposed improvement is invited to be present; however, a person wishing to present a written statement or an exhibit at the hearing shall convey that statement or exhibit to the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners, 1112 Reynolds Rd., Charlotte, Michigan 48813. The Eaton County Road Commission will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and ser­ vices, such as interpreters for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being con­ sidered at the meeting for the visually impaired, for individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon two (2) working days notice to the Eaton County Road Commission. Individuals with disabilities re­ quiring auxiliary aid or services should contact the Eaton County Road Commission in writing or by calling Sharon K. Hice, ADA Coordinator, at the above address or telephone number, extension 202. BOARD OF EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS FRED W. MARQUARDT, CHAIRMAN TIMOTHY J. LAMOREAUX, VICE-CHAIRMAN LARRY L. ADAMS, MEMBER BLAIR E. BALLOU, ENGINEER - MANAGER (103) �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday. April 3, 2001 - Page 10 Weightlifters of the Month announced Maple Valley Weight­ lifters of the Month for February and March have been announced. Britt Leonard is “Lifter of the Month” for February. He is a sophomore, and has been a two-sport athlete for each of the past two years, participating in both football and baseball. Britt is a leader in his class and has been a staple ofthe “Bigger, Faster, Stronger” program. He began the total BFS program in his freshman year and has been the reason why many of his classmates are now involved with the program. Britt is a pitcher/shortstop on the JV baseball team and called the signals as the quarterback of the J.V foot­ ball team this past fall. In the classroom his 3.7 cumula­ tive grade point average Nate Heinze Britt Leonard ranks among the top in his class. Nate Heinze is Maple Valley’s “Lifter of the Month” for March. He is a junior, and has participated in football in each ofhis last three years, baseball for two years and most recently completed his first season in wrestling. Nate has become commit­ ted to his strength and con­ ditioning training, and at last test has improved his 40 yard dash time by 6 seconds. Nate is an excellent stu­ dent (3.34 cumulative gpa) and a hard worker. He is as committed to the “BFS” program as anyone in the building. He has high hopes for his senior football season and is continually encourag­ ing his teammates to follow his lead and commit to becoming “Bigger, Faster and Stronger.” Harvey’s throws a highlight for Olivet track team Sophomore Trent Harvey finished sixth in the discus throw, with a toss measuring 37.06 meters, for Olivet College's mens track and field team at the March 24 Dick Smith Invitational held at Defiance College. Harvey's efforts in Defiance, Ohio helped Olivet to finish 14 out of 18 teams with a total of 15.50 points. Senior Andy Wood, of Otsego, ran .52.25 in'the 400-meter dash to take second behind Albion's Britt Johnson. Olivet College returned to Defiance March 31 for another early season meet. Work smarter not harder Take the hard work out of yard work with New Holland GT and LS tractors. With seven models that range from 12.5 to 22 horsepower, you'll find exactly what you need to tackle any job — from mowing to tilling, dozing to snow blowing.These versatile, powerful, high perfor­ mance tractors offer a variety of features that make your life easier. Check them out: ■ ■ ■ ■ Quick-attach system for mower decks and implements Deluxe sliding-track seat Tilt steering Easy to adjust cutting height Stop in today and see how New Holland WX tractors help you work smarter, not harder. i\ew Holland g!fe]l\EWHOLLAI\D CREDIT Scholastic Book Fair held The Maple Valley P.T.O. sponsored a book fair in the district last week. Money raised by the book sale enable more books to be purchased for each buildings classrooms. Here, Dylan Hall shops for the perfect book at Fuller Elementary. Youth baseball tourneys planned Michigan Youth Basketball of America is announcing its upcoming state basketball tournaments: GIRLS 11 and under: May 4­ 6, Portland, Host is Ray Kimball of the Portland Basketball Club. 12 and under: May 4­ 6, Lansing, at the YBOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 4 Spring Break. Thursday, April 5 Spring Break. Friday, April 6 Spring Break. Monday, April 9 Nachos, com, peaches, animal crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, April 10 Cheeseburger, baked beans, pear halves, apple brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-851-1910 mvi@mvcc.com BOYS 9-12 and under: May 4-6, Flint, Host is Brian VanBuren ofWLHYBP. 13 and under: March 23-25, Allen Park, Host is Kevin Wilkinson of Tournaments USA. 14 and under: April 6­ 8, Garden City, Host is Kevin Wilkinson of Tournaments USA. 15-17 and under: May 4-6, Battle Creek, Host is Fred Jones of the Cereal City Hoopsters (a second weekend is possible). The state tournament entry fee is $230 per team. Players fees are $10, coaches fees are $30 and an association fee is $100. The top four teams in each age bracket will advance to the Nationals in the Orlando, Fla. area. For more information, call the State office at (517) 484-0333. Mondays-Fridays from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. LUNCH MENUS JR., SR. HIGH Maple Valley Implement, Inc state office. 13-14 and under: April 20-22, Grand Rapids, Host is Steve Ernst of the Elite Basketball Academy. Wednesday, April 4 Spring Break. Thursday, April 5 Spring Break. Friday, April 6 Spring Break. Monday, April 9 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Tuesday, April 10 Choose One - Rib sand­ wich, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, pear halves, juice,.milk. Soccer sign-ups April 14, 21 Sign-ups for the Mid­ dleville American Youth Soccer Organization 2001­ 2002 season will be held Saturdays, April 14 and 21, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The final signup will be held on Tuesday, May 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All registrations will be held in the Page Elementary cafeteria. The cost is $37 each for one or two players from the same family. The cost is $33 each for families with three or more players. Children must have been born one or after Aug. 1,1997, and/or on or before Jan. 31, 1997. Methodist men’s breakfast slated Vermontville United Methodist Men will be hold­ ing their community break­ fast Saturday, April 14, from 7 to 10 a.m. Pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage, eggs (any style), French toast, juice, coffee, tea and milk will be included. The cost is a good-will offering. 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. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 3. 2001 - Page 11 Sixth-graders study fantasy worlds Some of Lynne Snyder's students display their fantasy world projects they completed recently. Maplewood students in Lynne Snyder's class hold up their travel brochures. Eaton 4-H teen, adult volunteers recognized ? hitl ii k^ftR ■ ifcf WO/l'ffla; si d ik sfcVn 4-H adult and teen volun­ teers from around the county were honored during the 4-H Volunteer Celebration ban­ quet Jan. 23, at the United Methodist Church in Potterville. The special evening cele­ brated the achievements and accomplishments of adult and teen leaders. 4-H leaders beginning their careers and those with 25 years of ser­ vice were recognized and honored. 4-H teens were honored for their involve­ ment and leadership poten­ tial. Receiving special recogni­ tion were: Friend of 4-H Award Recipients - Mary Miller, Judy Wonch and Mary Anderson; I Dare You Leadership Youth Award Recipients Emily Love, Gabe Papoi and Melissa Johnson all of Charlotte; Key Club Award Recipient — Amanda Klaiss of Charlotte; Outstanding Teen Leader Award Recipient - Autumn Pierce of Vermontville; Outstanding 4-H Leader Award Recipients - Dena Bignail and Barb Roush of Charlotte, Judy Hicks of Eaton Rapids, Lisa Mulvany of Vermontville, and Helen Edington of Lansing; Club Recreation Award Recipient - Maple Valley Riders 4-H Club. Three Eaton County 4-H leaders were recognized for 25 years of 4-H leadership. Doug and Nola Buck of Charlotte and Sarah Pierce of Vermontville received their 25-year-pins and cer­ tificates. Rosetta McCarrick of Eaton Rapids received her 20-year pin and certificate. There were 54 leaders who completed their first year as 4-H leaders. They were: Pamela Austin, Janice Bignail, Kim Birsen, Bo’shael Biersen’ Muriel DaXarSr" r'kkeQCar,eton> Gertrude Dan6’ pUe C°,grove> Jessica Eaton 5nC EatOn’ Susan Flow E,ieff’ Tammy Flower, Raymond Gibsori Cnda r?,OVer’ Patrick £ X’ Dona,d Goodnoe, Ralph Gnffus, Larry Hall Yvonne Hart, Janis Haskell Lisa Jackson, Donald Jewell Jessica Lea, Amy Lewis ^C^horter’ Elizabeth Mestelle, Janette Miller Karen Miller, Barbara Millisor, Brandy Moore, Jessica Mosier, Karen Newman, Pam Novello, Kathy Pettit, Stephanie Rathbun, Andrew Raymond, Susan Rieske Threse Robinson, Timothy Root, April Seybold, ^Imberly Smith, Karey Sosebee, Linda Stark, Doug­ las Thering, Michael Thompson, Cynthia VanNeste, Joni White, Kelly Wh'fe> Brenda Whitinger, Sally Wright and Ernest Woodman. There were 26 five-year,ead®re- They were: William Archer, Mary Barrett, Melissa Benjamin, Laurie Bosworth, Kim Bruce, Rick Brummette, Monique folizzi Patricia Fliestra, u y Hicks, Gary Johnson, Susan Johnson, Kevin Kemper, Terrie Kosbar, Christine Lawless, Julie McMillen, Neva McMillon Bilhe Roches, Jamie Rugg’ Kimberly Rutledge, Richard Schmidt, Patricia Schneeberger, Patricia Sharpnack, Lisa Stark, Kathryn Stover, Barbara Tallman and Karry Trickey. Seven leaders have com­ pleted 10 years of service. They were: Jann Boucher, Dorothy Davis, Rosemary Malinowski, Betty Pettit, John Pifer, Diane Reynolds and Armon Southworth. Three leaders have com­ pleted 15 years of service. They were: Yvonne Grove, Cindy Harris and Bonnie Seitier. The Eaton County 4-H Council sponsored the evening’s festivities. Colleen’s Cuisine of Potterville catered the meal. Michigan Farm Bureau provided sup­ port for the leadership pins presented to the 4-H leaders. Bullet enters occupied room A Clark Road (Assyria Township) man reported to police March 20 that a bullet crashed through his living room window and passed within a couple of feet of his wife's head, according to a report by the Barry County Sheriffs Department. The bullet then dropped to the floor and the man told police he heard several people shooting in the woods east of his home. When police questioned two men carrying firearms in the nearby woods, the denied having fired their weapons. Deputies were unable to determine where the bullet originated and no citations were issued. around food. "We had a pizza land, an ice cream world, one that was called rose gardens...they worked on them for a week, and some of the presentations were ed­ ible — that was the fun part," she laughed. In anticipation for spring break, the students also studied the Caribbean Is­ lands and had projects to make up tourist style brochures on what they had -learned. "I had them map the is­ land out, and write about one in particular, the come up with a brochure that would be given to a tourist. We studied the islands for social studies and the kids got really creative with it," said Snyder. This is Amnesty Week at Putnam Library The first week of April is Amnesty Week at the Put­ nam District Library. Patrons can return all overdue books and materi­ als to the library and not pay overdue fines. After that week, all out­ standing accounts will be turned over to collections agencies. The library also is taking suggestions for what types of audio books they would like the library to order. Anyone with requests or ideas is encouraged to bring those ideas to the at­ tention of Librarian Deidra Bryans. 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 St Z1 each ! 8 1/2x11” only J Expires April 31,2001 (No copyrighted pictures 1 1 Char otte thograph no. 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, April 3, 2001 - Page 12 Fuller announces poster, bookmark contest winners This month is March is Reading month and to celebrate that Fuller Elementary held a book mark contest. The winners include: Abby Richards, (from left) Zac Cogswell, Marley Nighbert, Racheal Russell, and Kolt Ewing. Cody Harris also won. A poster contest was held at Fuller Elementary to celebrate March is reading month. Winners included: (back row left) Chris Eldridge, Heather Cady, Samantha Bissett, (front row left) Sylvia Lamance, Riley Fisher, and Anthony Phillips. Bookmark contest winners at Fuller included (back row,,, left) Terra Bragg, Danielle Milligan, Ryleigh Theisen, Jorden Beachnau, Chelsea Khouri, and Janet Jones. Cumberland Gap Boneless Cumberland Gap Boneless Whole Hams 1/2 Hams Chuck Roast Lb £££S£ ssxsss&ssss also won. Pork Chops Roast Beef SSSSSSSSSSSS Zachary Cogswell, (from left) Abby Richards, and Cody Wilmatch are recent winners of a poster and bookmark contest to celebrate March is Reading month at Fuller Elementary. Lb. ^ssjsssssssssssssssssssssssssssssxsssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss Kraft Asst. Flavors 16 oz. Bareman’s 1/2 Gallon 2 Liter Hudsonville Faygo Chip Dip Ice Cream Mac & Cheese Dinner Blood drive set for April12 69c 88^ O' 2 Liter Coke + dep. MIL* Gallon Bareman’s 1/2% & Skim Milk Bareman’s Sour Cream Stuffed Crust Pizza Large, 1 doz. Hamilton Eggs 89^'^M^ Vermontville Grocery" Phone 726-1570 ^Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 12 noon-4 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday^ I A Red Cross blood drive has been scheduled for 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, April 12 at at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville. This will be a memorial drive dedicated to the memory of Laura McIntyre, who was one of the "founding mothers" of this drive in Nashville. Judy Hook is the coordina­ tor in Nashville, and she can be reached at 8529655. There continues to be a shortage of blood supplies, so the need is great. Anyone who is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of the irive is eligible to conribute. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-04-10.pdf 3bdecbbb55c8912ad5b2f549e59a8e6b PDF Text Text PRSRT STD US POSTAGE KMkisScnMurSowM I p HASTINGS, U PERMIT HO.t | Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 15/April 10, 2001 Camille Wieland prepares to reign over syrup festival by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Camille Wieland has always helped in the years past with the Band Boost­ ver's pancake sale at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. This year she will be representing the commu­ nity as syrup queen at fes­ tival, and ten other events in Michigan. Wieland just celebrated her 17th birthday last week, and is a junior at Maple Valley High School. She has always wanted to be syrup queen. "I have always seen them since they were little, and I have known most all the queens since I was little too. They were neighbors, or friends or in my church." Wieland said she has talked about the experi- ence of being queen with past queens such as Carrisa Keasler, Andrea Mace, and Michelle Jew­ ell. She said they recom­ mended she try out. "They all said how fun it was, and a great opportu­ nity to meet lots of differ­ ent people," she said. Wieland will preside over this festival's activi­ ties during the last week­ end this month with alter- Syrup queen Camille Wieland's family at her mother's wedding, (from left) sister Muriel, Camille, sister Hannah, mom Laurie, step father Tim, brother in law Mark, and brothers Zeke, and Jed. Syrup queen Camille Wieland and alternate Jessica Ripley have spent hours on the queen float that will ride in the grand parade festival weekend. 4 Um ^fyntendwice nate Jessica Ripley. Both girls have been busy preparing the queen float that will ride in various pa­ rades, both at the festival and in other towns. "We repainted it, a bit differently..." she said. Graphics worked on floats for school so we had some ideas." Wieland said both she and Ripley have put in 10­ hour days to get the float ready. See syrup festival, pg. 3 Metz hired as Vermontville code enforcement officer it the council's meeting last week. "This will be for prob­ lems in the park, parking, anything considered a civil infraction," said Metz. In other business at the meeting the council: • Heard a request from Bob Gardner, a village landlord, who asked the council in writing if they could shut off a tenant's water if the bill , is unpaid after a month, so he would Easter is a time to remember what is important to us. It symbolizes a time of hope and love and resurrection. All of us at J-Ad Graphics wish you a happy and blessed Easter. "Usually it is painted green, but we did all the letters in red, and kept the leaf green. It looks really nice." "We also are using silk flowers on the float. Both me and Jessica have not get stuck with the bill if they leave the place. "I don't see how you could treat renters and homeowners differently," said council trustee Tom Williams. "He could just raise the rent to cover the water bill." The council then de­ cided they could not have separate rules for renters and home owners and See Metz hired, pg. 2 In This Issue by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville Village Councilman Roger Metz was approved as the vil­ lage's "code enforcement officer" last week. Metz now will be able to issue tickets for non­ moving violations. "For parking and handi­ capped," said Village President Sue Villanueva Easter services in the area celebrate renewal of hope Vermontville village offices getting new landscaping Queen alternate in ‘number cruncher’ Treloar sets school record; track team off to fine start �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10, 2001 - Page 2 Metz hired, cc Gardner would have to fig­ ure out something himself. • Heard from Krys Simp­ son, who said as part of completing a Master Gar­ dener’s course, she is re­ quired to give community service gardening time, and would like to put some flower boxes in downtown. • Heard from Ver­ montville Women's Club members-that they would like to purchase ten new trees for downtown, as part of the Main Street tree re­ placing project, for up to $1,000. Village President Sue Villanueva said that Metz had found a good deal on trees and the total for ten came to under $400. "That is very nice of gjt page accountants Walker and Fluke. "You are not required to have an audit this year," she told the council. Sheldon said that they could come out however and look at records and-go over things to. make the process easier for next year.. "We could go from not doing much this year up to a full audit... it is really up to council," she said. Villanueva said the council would think about what it wanted to do and then decide on the matter at next council meeting. • Heard from Metz that council persons had walked the streets in Ver­ montville and issued 32 ordinance violations. He said they have received nothing but positive feed­ back, and things are look­ ing cleaner already. "Trash has been taken care of, old cars are gone... we are making a report on every violation and’ keep­ ing records," he said. • Approved a bid from the Slagel company to do the village sidewalks this year for $9,896. Many sidewalks' are being re­ placed on Second Street and some on South Main. Established a building referral committee to re­ view and inspect sites and give approval for building Kathy Sheldon from Walker and Fluke, tells the council they are not required to do an audit this year. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... permits to be issued. Final approval will be given by Elementary Schools Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 11 Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, mashed potatoes, Raspberry Sherbet, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, April 12 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza, tossed salad, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, April 13 Good Friday. No School. Monday, April 16 Cheesie bread stick, baked beans, apple, blue raspberry juice bar, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, April 17 Chicken fries, mashed potatoes, orange wedges, graham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TkiNc PrMsn* lems will be referred to council for approval. Maple Valley School Lunch Menus (Maplewood & Fuller) eal people. Hometown people who will help the village; and all projects with potential prob- TRUMBLE AGENCY Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Wednesday, April 11 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Thursday, April 12 Choose One - Chicken fries, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two — Garden salad, whole kernel com, carrot sticks, fresh fruit, milk. Friday, April 13 Good Friday. No School. Monday, April 16 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two — Garden salad,! baked beans, apples, juice, milk. Tuesday, April 17 Choose One Chicken fries, cheeseburger,- pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, mashed potatoes, peaches, juice, milk. Miscellaneous FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye,Largemouth, Smallmouth, Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St, Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. NOPHONEINTERNET.CO M CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday. School ................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ........ 6 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 GRACE GOSPEL CHURCH COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................ 9:45 Morning Worship......................... 11 Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service ' 6:45 p. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 5.43-5488 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 NAZAREHE 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH . Meeting at Maple Valley High School .Morning Celebratio 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 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 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 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 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School .............9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................... 11a.m. P.M. Service ....................... 7 p.m. Wed. Senrice ..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McGann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev. Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville ■Sunday Mass ............... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE 1 1 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10,2001 - Page 3 Syrup festival, continued from front page They have also attended their first event as syrup queen and alternate, the 5k Ada Run. "We passed out medals to the winners," she said. "It was a pretty rainy and windy day." Other events they will be attending are the Jack­ son Rose Festival, Lake Odessa's Fourth of July, the Gizzard Festival in Potterville and many more. Wieland is involved in many activities through school and churches. She is in the National Honor Society, honors choir, jazz band, volleyball, cross country, Vermontville Bible Church Youth Group and Grace Community Syrup queen Camille Wieland (third from left) with some of her track team members Mike Mead, last years syrup queen Carissa Keasler, and Melissa Nisse. In her free time she likes to walk, run, do counted cross stitching and hang out with friends. "I really like to go hang out with friends at The Net in Lake Odessa, it is a Christian internet cafe, and they have music there and bands that come and all sorts of stuff to do. Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Camille Wieland and alternate Jessica Ripley. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1 ■800-535-7203_______945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm ______$4.75 with Student ID______ $5.00 Late Shows Fri & Sat Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills A ,25c Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU, Church Youth Group. She has also volunteered during the summertime at Camp Aowakiya on Stoney Lake up north, a Christian camp for kids, and Wieland has helped in the kitchen and has been a counseling staff partici­ pant. Wieland's family in­ cludes her mom Laurie, her stepdad, Tim, her sis­ ters Muriel, Hannah,and brothers Zeke and Jed. She said she has three cats, Buster, Gizmo, Stewart, a dog Shebba, and fish. Wieland said in prepara­ tion for being queen she has visited the Trails End sugar bush, owned by Mike and Stephanie Thorne, once owned by Gerald Lundsrum. "I watched them boil the sap and collect it with buckets. I had helped with the syrup making collec­ tion process in the past so it was not like I am a stranger to the process, but it was still interesting. I also helped the Wilsons last Saturday collect the last bucket of the season at their place." "Producers that I have talked to have said it is a light season. I have also been down at the Maple Manor. People have been helping collect the sap from around town, and that is nice to get people in­ volved." Wieland said she would like to see more people try out for queen, as there were only three this year. "There has been a steady decline over the years," she said. "I would like to raise awareness of the process. Maybe more advertising should be done. I know they announced it over the intercom at school that applications were available in the of­ fice, but it would be nice to increase awareness and get more girls to try out." In the future, Wieland said she would like to at­ tend Cedarville University in Ohio, and become a chemical engineer. Right now however she is focusing on her many extra-curricular activities and looking forward to her many duties as syrup queen. Wieland's favorite way to eat Vermontville maple syrup? "Right out of the jug, of course!" she laughed. Syrup queen Camille Wieland loves to play volleyball. MAPLE VALLEY j Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 OWWORTUMITT HMS MLS Web Site: www.lansinq-realestate.com ** Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) 852-5066 NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, large kitchen, open stairway fit 2 car attached garage, geat family home!! Call Nyle today to find out how to use your tax return to pur­ chase this home. (N-121) HIGH ON A HILL COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES NASHVILLE 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live In) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living rtaom, large dining room, newer central air fir water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-119) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 fir has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front fir rear stairs. Call Homer for more details fit appointment to see. (N-117) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM West of Nashville. 2 bedroom RANCH HOME ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to Double wide built in 1999, 2 full buy at $77,5001! Call Nyle today for baths, kitchen, dining room, a private showing. (CH-120) "Combo”, 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (H-116) $79,900! VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story, home, "Hidor” style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) VACANT LAND ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN fit RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live down­ stairs fit rent upstairs. TWo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim fir pocket doors, fireplace with formal dining room; great investment with land contract terms. Oive Jerry a call to see! (N-118) 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE - COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES NE OF VERMONTVILLE. NEAR M-50, GOOD LOCATION. BLACKTOP ROAD. Newer windows, roof 6t furnace. Needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) Perked fir surveyed, ideal for manufac­ tured home. Some trees, close to. town. All this for just $14,900. Call Nyle today. (VL-73) 220 220 220 495 495 495 7 1/2 A 7 1/2 A 71/2 A Bayne Road CHARMING HOME IN HASTINGS BRICK RANCH CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great OFF M-66 curb appeal, large living room, LAND CONTRACT newer roof, corner lot, 2 large city TERMS!! lots, covered walk, convenient to town 6t low maintenance. Some parcels are "wooded", range Possession at closing. Call Jerry for in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres showing & details today. (H-95) all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10,2001 - Page 4 Easter services in the area celebrate renewal of hope Easter observances in the area will include everything from the solemn waiting of Maundy Thursday, Tenebrae and Easter vigils starting on Good Friday and the shared rejoicing of "He is Risen" Easter morning. Some churches will share a meal or treat children to an egg hunt. Others have selected special dramatic presentations or music to mark the season. Listed below is informa­ tion provided by individual churches. Anyone who needs more information should call the telephone number included with each church. Events are alpha­ betical by community and by church name within each community. For information about services in churches not listed below, call the numbers listed in the local telephone directory. Lake Odessa Central United Methodist Church, 912 Fourth Ave. Maundy Thursday, April 12, service at 7 p.m. Community Good Friday, April 13, service at 1 p.m. Easter Sunrise Service, April 15, at 7 a.m. Followed by breakfast. Morning services will start at 10:30 a.m. Grace Brethren Church, 2720 Vedder Road, Easter Sunrise service at 7 a.m. on Sunday, April 15. Breakfast follows at 8 with Sunday School at 9. Easter worship service begins at 10 with choir singing traditional songs. Caledonia Brightside Community Church, Cross Creek Char­ ter Academy, 7701 Kala­ mazoo Avenue. For infor­ mation call 891-0287 or on the web at www.brightside.org. Easter service at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 15, will an­ swer the question' "Is there more to Easter than jelly beans, colored eggs and chocolate bunnies?" Caledonia United Methodist Church, 250 Vine St. Call 891-8669 or on line at www.caledoniaumc.org. Maundy Thursday, April 12, 7 p.m. Good Friday Prayer Service, April 13, 7 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 14, at 11 a.m. Sunday, April 15, Easter More New Prints from Benartex and South Seas Imports Swimwear Florals...$9.99/y<tt. & up Orientals from Kona Bay Fabrics IT • Gingher Scissors McCall's, Simplicity & Kwik Sew PATTERNS...33% Off QUESTIONS: ASK US... Delton '<9 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm I. H^.Sleaners Station ■ Sunrise service, 8 a.m. fol­ lowed by breakfast in the fellowship hall at 9 a.m. The Easter worship service is at 10:30 a.m. Community of Christ, 8146 68th Street SE, Good Friday service at 7 p.m. April 13. Easter worship at 11 a.m. Sunday, April 15. Peace Church, on Route 37 between Middleville and Caledonia, 891-8119 or www.peacechurch.ee; Maundy Thursday, Medita­ tion and Communion at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 12. April 15 Sunrise Service at 8 a.m. followed by a com­ munity breakfast. The community Easter Cele­ bration is held at the Caledonia High School Fine Arts Center at 11 a.m. Southeast Valley Church, 7140 Patterson SE 291­ 3438. The church meets at the Dutton Christian Middle School, 6728 Hanna Lake Road, just one block north of 68th Street in Dutton. Continental breakfast 8:45­ 9:45 a.m., April 15. Easter service begins at 10 a.m. Nursery provided. Cedar Creek Bible Church, 9213 Cedar Creek Road, 623-5543. Commu­ nion Service, Good Friday at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 15, begins with a Sunrise Service at 8 a.m. The service includes music, a short drama and a brief message. It will be followed by a traditional Easter breakfast of French toast, sausage, etc. During Sunday School at 10 a.m. teens and adults will watch the video, "the true Easter Story: The promise kept. The children will have special classes. The 11 a.m. service will in­ clude music and the message "Go Quickly and Tell," Easter ends with a baptism service at 6 p.m. Dowling Pleasantview Family Church, 2501 Lacey Road, Dowling, 616-758-3021. the choir presents "Embrace the Cross" Good Friday, April 13, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 15, at 9:30 a.m. A free-will offering will be taken to cover expenses. Gun Lake Gun Lake Community Church, 12200 West M-179 (1/2 mile east of Patterson) 795-7903. Community Easter Egg Hunt, 1 p.m. Saturday. April 14. Sunday, April 15, Easter Service Celebration 8:30 and 11 a.m. Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 150 131st Ave., 616-792-2889. Holy Thursday Mass, April 12, at 7 p.m. Good Friday services, April 13, 7 p.m. Easter vigil including Mass, Saturday, April 14 at 8:30 p.m. Easter Mass, Sunday, April 15, 9:30 p.m. Hastings Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 315 W. Center Street, 945-3014. Evening prayer services on Tuesday and Wednesday April 10 and 11 at 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday, April 12, 7 p.m. The Watch begins at the end of this service. Good Friday, April 13, Community r service at noon and service at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 14, Service at 10 a.m. and Easter Vigil begins at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 15, Easter Holy Eucharist celebrated at 8 and 10 a.m. First Baptist Church, 309 E. Woodlawn, 948-8004. Good Friday, April 13, 7 p.m. "Last Supper," a dramatization of the paint­ ing by Leonardo DaVinci. Sunday, April 15, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School followed by Easter Worship services at 10: 45 a.m. Repeat of "Last Supper" at 6 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 231 South Broad­ way, 945-5463. Wednesday, April 12, supper at 6 p.m. followed by final Lenten Bible study at 6:45. Maundy Thursday, April 12, communion service with Tenebrae at 8 p.m. April 15, Easter Sunrise service at 7:30 a.m. Breakfast beginning at 8 a.m. in Sharpe Hall with a free-will offering. Proceeds go to the summer youth mission trip. Celebrations of the Resurrection at 9 a.m. and 11: 20 a.m. Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., 945­ 9414. Maundy Thursday, April 12, 7 p.m. Good Friday, April 13, Silent Cross Walk, 9:30 a.m. and worship service at 7 p.m. Holy Saturday, Easter Vigil at 7 p.m. with affirmation of baptism. Sunday, Holy Communion at 6 and 10:45 a.m. Easter breakfast at 7:30 a.m. followed by an Easter egg hunt at 8:30 a.m. Hastings Free Methodist Church, 301 E. State Road, 945-9121. Easter Services, April 15, 9:45 and 11 a.m. Easter breakfast served between services. Hope United Methodist Church, 2920 South M-37, 945-4995. Maundy Thurs­ day, April 12, and Good Friday, April 13. services at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 14 prayer vigil through the night until dawn on Easter. Sunday, April 15, celebrated with a "Sonrise" breakfast at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. A reception of new members, confirmands and baptism in the service, Special music will be presented by the Ensemble, Praise group and the wind ensemble. St. Rose of Lima Church, 805 South Jefferson St., Holy Thursday, April 12, Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7: 30 p.m. Good Friday, April 13, Service of the Lord's Passion, 2 p.m.. Holy Saturday, April 14, Mass of the Easter Vigil, 8: 30 p.m. Easter morning, April 15. Masses at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Thornapple Valley Church, 2750 Wall Lake Road, 948-2549. Good Fri­ day, April 13, Prayer Vigil beginning at 10 a.m. Friday and ending at midnight. Continued next page TANNING ♦4 *15 5 *25 *40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues -Thurs. 8 am-8 pm; Fri. 8 am-7 p.m.; Sai 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 SAVE ■$ 27doo I I VERMONTVILLE MAPLE I I । SYRUP FESTIVAL | APRIL 27, 28, 29, 2001 Please present this coupon at any Pugh Shows’ ticket booth B | & receive one regular priced $12 P.O.P. Ride Wristband for only $10 during one of the following days & times: I Friday, April 28 - 4pm to 10pm Saturday, April 29 - 5pm to 11pm Sunday, April 30 - Noon to 6pm | • No refunds • No re-bands • No cash value • No rain checks ■ One coupon per person. Duplications not accepted. There are height restrictions on some rides. 1 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10, 2001 - Page 5 Vermontville village offices area getting landscaping VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 For Sale SOLID WOOD, 4 large deep chest drawers. (517)852-9934 Help Wanted PENNOCK HOSPITAL IS seeking part-time Registered Medical Assistants to work evening and weekend hours in our Walk-In-Clinic. Please submit resume with letter of introduction to: Pennock Hospital; Human Resources Department, 1009 W. Green St., Hastings, MI. 49058. Phone (616)948-3112 or fax (616)945-4130. Middleville First Baptist Church, 5215 N. M-37 Highway, 795-0726. Easter Sunday, April 15, "Voices of Praise" including music and dram at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Child care available Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 908 W. Main St., 795-2391. Maundy Thurs­ day, April 12, 7 p.m. Good Friday, April 13, Tenebrae service at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 15, breakfast at 8 followed by worship service at 9:30 a.m. Leighton United Methodist Church, 4180 2nd St., 891-8028. Maundy Thursday, April 12, break­ fast at 9:30 a.m. call the church for reservations. Communion Service at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 15. Sunrise service at 6:30 DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A license. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Monte O'Dell of the Department of Public Works (left) and Roger Metz stand on the soil in front of the Vermontville Village hall which will all be landscaped soon. a.m. featuring "But, Daddy, I don't want to" a production put on by the senior high youth, followed by a buffet breakfast. Traditional service at 8:30 a.m., Sunday school at 9:45 a m. and contempo­ rary service at 11 am. child care provided. United Methodist Church of Middleville, 111 Church St., 795-9266. Good Friday, April 13, 7 p.m. Community service, Easter Sunday, April 15, Sunrise service at 7 a.m. on the east end of Mount Hope Cemetery. If it rains the service will be held in the sanctuary. Men's group will be serving breakfast in the fellowship hall at 7:45 a.m. Morning worship will be at II a.m. with a special all musical service presented by the Hand Bell and Vocal choirs. Readers who did not see their churches or denomi­ nations listed should call their church directly for the time of special services.. Metz said the project will be in the making for some time, and will most likely be finished in an­ other month. In Memoriam IN MEMORY OF DENNIS K. TODD Jan. 26,1954 - Mar. 27,2001. I know it hasn't been very long but we miss you so much. I don't know how we're gonna do it with out you but we'll have to do it to­ gether. We'll do our best be­ cause we know you're there watching. We love you and miss you very much. Ride to Live. Live to Ride. Love, Christie, Brandy, Shayne, Chase, Laurie and all your grand kids. REPO: ABANDONED BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800968-7376. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 NationalAds Mobile Homes DO YOU WANT TO LOSE ABANDONED REPO. WEIGHT AND HAVE BANK needs someone to as­ MORE ENERGY? GIVE ME sume payments on huge 3 A CALL, (616)721-8804 bedroom home. Will move if BECKI. necessary. 1-800-672-9604 HOMEWORKERS NEEDFIRST TIME HOME buyy ED: $635 weekly processing ers! We represent several mail. Easy! No experience banks, they are eager to sell needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 homes they have repos- Ext.5085 24hrs. sessed. No application fee if WORK AT HOME FULL you.mention this ad. 1-800­ OR PART TIME. FREE IN­ 672-9604 FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-3951. PUTNAM DISTRICT LI­ BRARY: fill-in assistant needed. Apply during busi­ ness hours, 327 N. Main, Nashville. From previous page_ Easter celebrations on Saturday, April 14 at 6 p.m. and Sunday, April 15, at 7:30, 8:55, 10:20 and 11:45 a.m. Services include music that rocks, drama and casual atmosphere. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call 517-726-1005 or 517-204-7451. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The area in front of the Vermontville village of­ fices is getting a facelift. A landscaping project, spearheaded by Council­ man Roger Metz is in the works. Already two new flag poles have been added and the three flags moved back and to the side. The lawn had been torn out, and landscaped with timber wood to section it off. A massive pile of dirt from the village compost pile has been dumped on the lawn section, and awaits a variety of shrubs, bushes and flowers, said Metz. "We are going to have some flowers and bushes, things like that. The Girl Scouts are going to work on it. We also have two Master Gardeners who have expressed interest in helping out too," said Metz. The volunteers also will help come up with a plan for the space, said Metz. Business Services VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival 4TALENT SHOW Friday, April 27 Call 726-1077 or 852-0882 Three Divisions: • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • Ages 18 and over April 16th is right around the corner. So are we. ►"This year, you have an extra day to file. But if you're still under the wire, remember, no one has more experienced prepares at more convenient locations than H&R Block. See you soon. 354 S. COCHRAN CHARLOTTE, Ml. 48813 1-517-543-4339 1467 1/2 S. MAIN EATON RAPIDS, Ml. 48827 1-517-663-1331 ©2000 H&R Block Tax Services, Inc. fflm OF MAPLE VALLEY PRESCHOOLERS (All children ages 21/2 - 5 yrs.) If your child will be 5 years old by Dec. 1st, call £52-946£ (starting April 9th) for Kindergarten Roundup Registration. SPECIAL DATES: April 17th, 7 p.m.Kindergarten Parent Orientation and Story Hour at Fuller Street Elementary The Children's Parade for the _ Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival y uHH*is Saturday, April 28, J Line-up time is 10:30 a.m. in front of the Opera House; parade starts at 11. The theme is "The Magic ofBooks Goes to the Maple Syrup Festival"It can pertain to any children's book or to maple syrup. > The prizes are $40, $30, $20 and $10. 1 Everyone gets tickets for rides V and maple sugar candy. Br NO HORSES OR DOGS. | QUESTIONS: PH. 726-0670 If your child will be 4 yrs. old by Dec. 1st, call £52-9794 (starting April 9th) for Early Fours Registration Information If your child is between 2 1/2 - 4 yrs. old and you are concerned about your child's development, speech, coordination, behavior or learning, call £52-946# (starting April 9th) for information about Pre-primary Services. �The Maple Valley Newt, NaUwIte Tueedey. Apr* 10. 2001 - Pape 6 Queen alternate is ‘number cruncher by Shewn? Hebbarth Staff Wr Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Alternate JcMtca Ripley lovet to "crunch" number*. She hope* to one day go to college for ccounting and hvMnett, but t* happy now to repretent Vermontville and spread the word about h<r» dcliciou* ftc'.h maple eyrup it. Ripley, a junior at Maple Valley High School, fill* her calendar with a dizzying array of sport*, club* and volunteer time She alto hold* a part-time job at Good Time Pizza in Nashville. Ripley it a member of the National Honor Soci­ ety, the it the Spanish Club treasurer, in the Spanish Honor Society, Prom Committee, basket­ ball, track and ha* been bu*y setting up a new pro­ gram at the high school, the National Honor Soci­ ety Organization. *Wc arc trying to gel a $2,000 grant that will enable us to tutor younger kids in all subjects... kids that need extra help, so TAXES • TAXES Syrup queen Camille Wieland and alternate Jessica Ripley said they have gotten really close through the process of representing the community. that we can work on the school dropout rate and TAXES • TAXES • RL Hill Tax Service ; 2 Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville £ Individuals, Specializing in Farms, A Small Business S NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad JJJ 7 Call 517-852-0121 21 Years Experience . TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES lower it," she explained. Ripley lives with her mom, Charlene, and her family includes her father Kris, and brother Jack, who is three. Her mother, was a moti­ vator in her trying out for syrup queen. "My mom served on the court in 1982, and she said it was a great experience. She said she had a really good time meeting new people and going to new towns. Back then there was a court of girls, so there was a group of them that always went to­ gether," she said. "I always knew 1 wanted to try out, just seeing the other queens." Ripley said she will be visiting Wilson's farm soon to help make maple candy. "That is my favorite way to eat the syrup," she said. "1 just love the candy. I have always gone to festi­ val, even when I did not live in the area, and I am excited to go this year, serving as alternate." In Ripley's free time she likes to read, and she loves to go bowling with her best friend, Lizzie Sundrla. She also likes to listen to pop and country music. Ripley balances her time with volunteering in the summer to help coach a children's fifth and sixth grade basketball camp at the high school. "The kids love it and we plan to do it again this year," she said. "The kids still call me and ask if I want to come over and play basketball, and they e-mail me a lot." Ripley plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University and major in accounting and business. "Accounting is my fa­ vorite class, I love working with numbers." She said she and queen Camille Wieland have gotten much closer through the process of being queen and alternate. "We had talked before, but did not know each other really well... now we have spent so much time together, we are really good freinds. We are get­ ting a lot closer through this and have a ton of in­ side jokes," Ripley said she would like to raise awareness about the^yfjup festival' ’"There are a'lot of peo­ ple who know about it, but there are still places you go and tell people about it and they just, do not know Syrup queen alternate Jessica Ripley, with her mom Charlene who was on the court in 1982. it exists... I would like to spread the word more and have an even bigger atten­ dance." Vermontville senior citizens meet April 21 The Vermontville area "Young At Heart" senior citizens will meet Wednesday April 21, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Please bring a dish to pass for lunch. Additional information is available by contacting Hildrcd Peabody at (517)726-0574. Engagements Byrd-Fox Mr. and Mrs. Richard Byrd ofNashville, Mich, an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Retha Kay to Steven R. Fox, son of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Fox of Rochester Hills, Mich. The bride-to-be is a gradu­ ate of Michigan State Uni­ versity and is employed by Urban Land Consultants. Uer.fiance is a graduate of Michigan State University and is currently attending Wayne State University School of Law. A May wedding is planned. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad today �I —: H W^4!,a^B^ -f Fi'^ . * * tls? 4 ‘ tta z^fj^^^wgSgT g»^,SS^ ±E:>© ilhip'Jr*.Ji 5^T ST I *41 -dir ~'Se4?W^ ««»M*nwt«<.s<>>!>e *t-. wwihi<bxi&-iir«Nw-"««t«»<''*i»i»'W^ Il i I I iMTieiiwi i HW Call us today at 517-543-3880 for details on how to activate your 24 hour hanker! Eaton Federal. . . growing to keep you going! FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING ir, *!i/J LENDER 5; v. Eaton Federal Bank . OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 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 . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10, 2001 - Page 8 Latest donations to the MV Memorial Scholarship Foundation Additional $100 dona­ tions to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation have been received from: Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, Robert and Vickie Mansfield and family, G.F.W.C. Vermontville Woman’s Club and the Maple Valley High School Class of 2002. The Guido and Elizabeth Binda Foundation again donated $1,000; H.H. Hickok again donated $250; Keith and Gretchen Pretty donated $500 in memory of Burr Hartenburg; Kalamo O.E.S. donated $150, which was halfofthe money raised for Bellevue Scholarship Foundation and the M.V.M.S.F. Donations in memory of Jennifer Whitmore have been received from: Don Marcia and Hillary Grant, Nancy and Ken Conkey, Kathy Clifford, Ernest Lindburg, Arline Hokanson, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Henney, Jerry and Shelly Swift, Floyd and Ruth Walker, Steve and Donna Davidson, Lloyd and Renee Rade­ macher, Maijorie Shaull and Suzanne, James and Mary Jo, Terry and Julie Swartz, the junior class of Maple Valley High School, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Pruden, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Pruden, Larry and Anita Ruffner and girls, LaVem and Laura Farr, Liz Vandermolen, Bob and Vickie Mansfield, Larry and Patricia Graham, Karen The Village of Nashville Department of Public works will be picking up leaves, brush and other yard debris on the following days in April: 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th. 2001 - 2002 MEETING DATES VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD 7pm, held at the Opera House, corner of First & Main. Thurs., April 26, 2001 Thurs., May 31,2001 Thurs., June 28,2001 Thurs., July 26,2001 Thurs., August 30,2001 Thurs., September 27,2001 Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., October 25,2001 November 29, 2001 December 27,2001 Jaunary 31,2002 February 28,2002 March 28,2002 2001 - 2002 MEETING DATES TOWNSHIP EIRE & AMBULANCE BOARD 7pm, held at the Fire Barn, corner of First &Main. Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., Thurs., April 19,2001 May 24,2001 June 21,2001 July 19,2001 August 23,2001 September 20, J Thurs., October 18,2001 Tues., November 20,2001 Thurs., December 20,2001 Thurs., Jaunary 24,2002 Thurs., February 21,2002 Thurs., March 21,2002 2001 - 2002 MEETING DATES VERMONTVILLE WOODLAWN CEMETERY 7pm, held at the Village Office, Eastside Dr. wed., October 10,2001 wed., January 9,2002 wed., April 11,2001 Wed., July 11,2001 Ommen Newman, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, anonymous and Dick and Joan Spitzer. Additional donations in memory of Carmen Ebersole were from Dennis and Carla Smith, Employees of Allen Pattern, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hickey, Louise Bahs, Mrs. Glenn Slocum, and Gary and Kathy Nickel, and Arline Miller. Additional donations have come in memory of Irma Joppie from Bill and Virginia Cox, Bismark Community Boosters, Russel and Betty Parr, Harold E. Thomas and 102 Fourth Grade All A's — Mackensye Ancona, Kayla Chapman, Tyra Curth, Kyle Fisher, Samantha Newton and Chris Rugg. A's and B's ■— James Anderson, Kinsey Bartlett, Laken Bender, Kala Bishop, Brooke Bracy, Lucas Brumm, Emily Boltz, Britney Brydges, Courtney Cady, Austin Coplin,. Dusty Cowell, Jennie Currier, John Cur­ rier, Sean Curtis, Brooke Davis, Emily Dietrick, Brittney Eaton, Stacey Fassett, Rusty Fifield, Cheyenne Fighter, Lu­ cinda Gale, Jose Garza, Jasmine Grinage, Traci Grinage, Aleena Hamilton, Michael Harvey, Dustin Houghton, Justin Kennedy, Nick Kirk, John Knox, Christian Main, Jessie Miller, Jorge Miller, Kasandra Morgan, Tyler Murray, John Mater, Michael Paisley, Nick Parks, Amanda Paxson, Scott Powell, Tasha Purchis, Holly Rathburn, Eric Reid, Autumn Rose, Katie Rucinski, Kellie Service, Nick Smith, Stephanie Sparks, Olivia Sprague and Ashley Zander All A's — Amber Cantrell, Tony Corwin, Austin Earl, Emily Eldred, Tori Ewing, Brittney Gard- Class 2-001! msfor Carlson, Croft*... • open house cords • personalized napkins • announcements • name cards • thank you notes • class of2001jewelry • and much morel 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 ner, Allen Garrett, Terryn Hummel, Lauren Pierce, Alisha Strong, Meagan VanEngen, Kathleen Welch and Jed Wieland. A's and B's -— Nakomia Andler, Krystopher Berg, Mercedes Bernheisel, Markie Brumm, Danielle Christensen, Adam Cook, Taylor Cushing, Sarah Ellison, Jacob Furlong, Kylie Gardner, Brittany Garza, Ashley Gonser, Emily Gould,' Erica Haeck, Nathan Hale, Jorden Hewlett, Christin Hoffman, Justin Hoffman, Meghan Howard, Timothy Keeler, Karissa Kellogg, Jacob Kirk, Geraldine Lambert, Chris Loveall, Deven Meade, Fawn Montague, Leslie Moreno, Amanda Morehouse, Amanda Mor­ row, Josh Norton, Chelsey Parish, Kelli Perry, Ashley Phenix, Dustin Phillips, Chad Rhodes, Ryan Schroder, Jillian Simmons, Adam Smith, Jared Smith, Britiney Stambaugh, Kory Starks, Tyler Tefft, Brit­ tany VanZandt and Charles Wymer. . (fie Gray Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 Jessica Winegar. A's and B's — T.J. Bentley, Olivia Blakely, Austin Bodenmuller, Kate­ lyn Boss, Jarrod Brooks, Jessica Chaffee, Tyler Christensen, Craig Clem­ ents, Micah Coplin, Nicole Davis, Meghan Gaber, Breann Gardner, Jarred Goris, Joel Hewlett, Samantha Hodack, Kaitlyn Hulsebos, Kristen Hum­ mel, Erika Hummell, Abby Johnson, Amy Joosteberns, Rebecca Kent, Kenny Kienutski, Justine King, Chris Leinhart, Erica from Anne and Richard Crow, CDR Mary Fox Greenwood, Tom and Liz Brott. Janet Rockafellar donated in honor of Alberta and memory of Curtis Rockafellar. Donald Martin donated in memory of Hilda Tobias. Donations in honor of Bill Fox were from Anne and Richard Crow, CDR Mary ' Fox Greenwood. M.VM.S.F. is a non-prof­ it, charitable foundation. For more information or to make contributions, write: M.V.M.S.F., P.O. 715, Nashville, MI 49073. The Mothers of Preschoolers of Vermontville Bible Church will be having their monthly meeting Tuesday, April 17. All mothers with children between the ages of birth to 6 years are invited to come and join a time of refresh­ ments, a special speaker, dis­ cussion time and crafts. Age appropriate child care is pro­ vided. The meeting runs from 9­ 11:30 a.m. The church is located at 250 N Main in Vermontville. A $4 donation is suggested. The group meets every third Tuesday ofeach month, September through May. Lightner, Chelsei Lowe, Samantha May, Keely McMillen, Cody Montgomery, Stephanie Moreno, Patrick Mulvany, Jacob Myers, Ashley Napier, Roger Platte, Lenora Pratt,’ Vicki Rhodes, Kayla Rodriguez, Kayla Rogers, Hillary Ruffner, Stephanie Rugg, Danielle Sibley, Evan Smith, Robby Smith, John Spect, Olivia Tabor, De­ siree Thomas, Felicia Tomich, Brooke Varney, Mackenzie Visger, Sarah Williams and Max Wilson. VERMONTVILLE NOTICE Last day for brush & leaf pickup will be Tuesday, 4/24/01. Leaves and brush MUST be separated 104 NOTICE Sixth Grade All A's — Trisha Carney, Mike Chapman, Christy Dietrick, Amanda Feighner, Alisha Felmlee, Creedence Hoffman, Mary Jewell, Lucas • Knox, Alaina Mater, Darcy Meade, Kyle Pash and Local MOPS meet April 17 CovmfalettMvis Set, Ardith Olmstead. Fred Frith memorials were from Gertrude Graham, Vercel and Gladys Turk, Dale and Sue Briggs, Flossie Corey, Mr. Mary Weiss, Roger Corey and Betty Venton. Additional Lois Lightner memorials were from Lewis and Irene Trowbridge, Michael and Emma Trowbridge, and Brett and Cass Ramey. Elsie Hansbarger memori­ als were from Thomas W. Marsh and Wilbur and Kay Marsh. Additional donations in memory of Jarene Fox were Maplewood Elementary honor roll named Fifth Grade Marcia K. Grant, Clerk Walter and Naida Vernon, and the Maple Valley educa­ tion Association, donated in memory ofAlbert Miller. James A. Symonds memorials were from Blair and Leila Hawblitz, Gary and Gina Reed, Tom and Beverly Oleson, Andy, Josh and Alison Oleson, Mrs. Esther Gould, Nianne Jarrard, Bernie and Ruth Hickey, geneva Knoll, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Carpenter and family, Fred and Sharlene Clawson, Teddy and Dawn Hall, friends at Olde Towne Tavern, Duane and Maxine Jones, Jim and Pauline Reed, and Rex and The Village of Vermontville will be flushing hydrants Tues, night, April 10, and Wed. night, April 11. Beginning at 9:00 p.m. This may cause temporary discoloration of the water. Vermontville Village Council 100 MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP The regular board meetings of the Maple Grove Township Board are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Hall, located at 721 Durkee St., Nashville, Michigan 49073. The meeting dates are as follows: □ □ □ □ □ □ April 4, 2001 May 2, 2001 June 6, 2001 July 11,2001 August 1,2001 September 5, 2001 □ □ □ □ □ □ October 3, 2001 November 7, 2001 December 5, 2001 January 2, 2002 February 6, 2002 March 6, 2002 Maple Grove Township will provide necessary and reasonable aids and services to the dis­ abled and hearing impaired upon five days notice to the Maple Grove Township Clerk. Susie Butler, Clerk 9752 Evart Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 (517) 852-1859 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10, 2001 - Page 9 Community Good Friday THE VERMONTVILLE LIBRARY service tradition continues NEW BOOKS ON THE SHELF AT New Videos: Left Behind, Gladiator, Meet the Parents, Remember the Titans. JJ New donations to t our audio book collection are: ,I Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron, by Michael A. I, Stackpole; Merrick, by Ann Rice; The United States At '* War: All you Want to know * about the American Revol­ ution, featuring George C. Scott; Outlanders: Wreath '''■' of Fire, by James Axler; The f■ Destroyer: White Water, by Warren Murphy; Star Wars: I, Jedi, by Michael Stack­ pole; Blue Gold, by Clive Cussler; Left Behind, Nicolae, and Tribulation Force, by Tim LaHaye; Faith of the I Fallen, by Terry Goodkind; The Devil’s Code, by John Sandford; Trak of the Ben­ gal, by Charles Ryan. Adult Non-Fiction: K.I.S.S. Guide to Playing Guitar, by Terry Burrows; The Living Trust Workbook, by Robert A. Esperti; Accounting for Dummies, by John A. Tracy; The First Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats, by Amy D. Shojai; Diagnosis: Married: How to deal with marital conflict, heal your relationship, and create a rewarding and ful­ filling marriage, by Kathy Dawson; Teens in Turmoil: The Path to Change for Parents, Adolescents, and Their Families, by Carol Maxym; Chicken Soup for the Gardener’s Soul, by Jack Canfield; Ice Bound: A Doctor’s Incredible Battle for Survival at the South Pole, by Dr. Jerri Nielsen. Adult Fiction: Straw Men, by Martin J. Smith; Alice’s Tulips, by Sandra Dallas; Sour Grapes, by G.A. McKevett; Kate Hannigan’s Girl, by Catherine Cookson; A Painted House, by John Grisham; Gangster, by ’ 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 Pip * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Lorenzo Carcaterra; Dream Country, by Luanne Rice; The Cat Who Smelled a Rat; by Lillian Jackson Braun; Unveiled, by Francine Riv­ ers; Ezekiel’s Shadow, by David Ryan Long; Winter Moon, by Dean Koontz; Vanished, by T.J. MacGreg­ or; Voices Carry, by Mariah Stewart; Hell’s Kitchen, by Jeffery Deaver; The Stanislaski Sisters: Natasha and Rachel, and Considering Kate, by Nora Roberts; Slo­ cum and the Lakota Lady; by Jake Logan; The Gunsmith: Pay Dirt, by J.R. Roberts; Longarm and the Mountain Bandit, by Tabor Evans; The Doomsday Marshal and the Mountain Man, by Ray Ho­ gan; A Member of the Family, by Susan Merrell; First to Die, by James Patterson; Potshot, by Rob­ ert B. Parker; The Villa, by Nora Roberts; Plain Jane, by Fern Michaels. Junior Non-Fiction: Cleo­ patra, by Haydn Middleton; Cleopatra, by Diane Stanley; Over It: A Teen’s Guide to Getting Beyond Obsessions with food and weight, by Carol Emery Normandi; Guts, by Gary Paulsen. Junior Fiction: The Egg, by M.P. Robertson; Stop Pretending: what happened when my big sister went crazy, by Sonya Sones; Poekmon: The Johto Journeys: Go West, Young Ash, by Tracey West; The Ultimate, by K.A. Apple­ gate; Malcom in the Middle: The Exchange Student; Turning Seventeen: We Have to Talk, by Violette Smith; Left Behind: The Kids: Nicolae High, The Underground, Death Strike, and Busted, by Jerry B. Jenkins; Burning Bones, by Christopher Golden; Head Games, by Christopher Golden; SVH: Senior Year: Too Late, by Francine Pascal; Thoroughbred: Ashleigh: Derby Dreams, by Joanna Campbell; Magic School Bux: Twister Trouble, by Joanna Cole; Sweet Valley Jr. High: No More Mr. Nice Guy, by Jamie Suzanne; Animal Ark: Shetland in the Shed, by Ben M. Baglio; Magic Tree House: Tigers at Twi­ light, by Mary Pope Osbor­ ne; Scobby-Doo! And the Phony Fortune Teller, by James Gelsey; The Night­ mare Room: The Howler, by R.L. Stine; Animorphs: The Absolute, by K.A. Apple­ gate; The New Adventures of Mary Kate and Ashley: The Case of the High Seas Secret, by Alice Leonhardt; Mr. Putter and Tabby Feed the Fish; Castaways of the Flying Dutchman, by Brian Jacques. Ernest J. Rasey VERMONTVILLE Ernest J. Rasey, age 73, of Vermontville and formerly of Nashville, died Monday, March 26, 2001 at Gila Bend, Arizona. Mr. Rasey was bom on Oct. 22, 1927 in Nashville, Michigan, the son of Ernest and Golah (Appleman) Rasey. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended Nashville schools, graduat­ ing in 1945 from Nashville High School. Mr. Rasey resided in the Nashville/Vermontville area all of his life. He married Mary Jean Curtis on Jan. 26, 1949 and she survives. Mr. Rasey owned and operated the Rasey Construction Company and the Hometown Lumber Yard in Nashville for many years. He was a member of the Vermontville Bible Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jean; sons, Dennis (Paula) Rasey of Nashville, Donald (Patricia) Rasey of Nashville and Dixon (RexAnn) Rasey of Nashville; daughter, Judy (Edward) Brubaker of Lowell, MI; 15 grandchil­ dren; three great grandchil­ dren; sister, Sue (Tom) Sprague of Woodland; sis­ ter-in-law, Helen Rasey of Nashville; and nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers, Maurice Teeple, Nelson and Von Rasey; and sisters, Geraldine Teeple and Geneva Rasey. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 14, 2001 at the Vermontville Bible Church. Pastor Daniel Smith and Pastor Emeritus Paul Boger officiating. A memorial reception will be held at the church immedi­ ately following the services. Burial will be at the Hosmer Cemetery, Castleton Twp., Barry County, ML Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Bible Church Missions Fund or Gideons Bible Program. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel of Nashville. Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! Churches in Caledonia, Middleville. Lake Odessa and Hastings this week are continuing the tradition of community Good Friday services. These services are open to the public and provide a quiet time for reflection prior to the joy of Easter. In Lake Odessa the community Good Friday service will begin at the Central United Methodist Church, 912 Fourth Ave, at 1 p.m. April 13. Pastors from churches in the area will participate. Caledonia Lakeside Community Church, 6201 Whitneyville SE, will fea­ ture a dramatization of Leonardo DaVinci's The Last Supper. Admission is free and this special service begins at 7 p.m. Friday, April 13. The 28th annual Mid­ dleville Community Good Friday Service will be held at 7 p m. at the Middleville United Methodist Church on Main St. in Middleville. Emmanuel Episcopal will be host for the Hastings Community Good Friday service at noon April 13. EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION PUBUC NOTICE 2001 BRUSH SPRAY PROGRAM SUNFIELD, ROXAND, VERMONTVILLE AND CHESTER TOWNSHIPS The Eaton County Road Commission will begin the 2001 Brush Spraying Program on or after August 1, 2001. Completion is expected prior to October 1, 2001. The control of brush within the right of way of county roads is critical to maintaining the safety and useability of the county road system. Locations to be sprayed along county roads include all areas within the right of way outside of platted subdivisions where brush or tree branches could ob­ struct vision, create drainage obstructions, or cause snow removal or icing problems. All brush be­ low a height of 15 feet will be sprayed except at residential lots and improved lawn areas. The ma­ terial used is approved by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Environmental Pro­ tection Agency and safe for use on our road system. The work will be done by a contractor who is an approved licensed applicator registered to spray this material in a safe and effective manner. Residents who do not want their roadside included in the spray program may obtain a “No Spray Permit” from the road commission prior to July 1,2001. If limbs and brush has been cut by the prop­ erty owner there will be no need to spray. A list of roads included in this program is available at the Eaton County Road Commission, 1112 Reynolds Road, Charlotte, Ml 48813. If you have concerns or questions about the spray program, or if you have special needs to be considered, please contact the Eaton County Road Commission at 517-543-1630 or 1-877-883­ 2866. EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2001 ROAD CONSTRUCTION A public hearing will be held by the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners on Thursday, April 12, 2001, at 7:00 P.M. local time in the Board Room of the Eaton County Road Commission's Office located at 1112 Reynolds Road, Charlotte, Michigan 48813, for the purpose of hearing pub­ lic comments on the following 2001 construction and heavy maintenance projects in Eaton County, Michigan. 1. Mt. Hope Highway - Lansing Road to Creyts Road. Reconstruct and widen to 4 lanes with left turn lanes at major intersections. Improve rail cross surfaces at CN Rail Crossing near Lans­ ing Road. 2. Snow Road - Realign, reconstruct and signalize intersection at Mt. Hope Highway. 3. St. Joe Highway at Snow Road - Widen to provide left turn lanes at St. Joe and improve traf­ fic signal. 4. Hartel Road - Island Highway to King Highway. Reconstruct and resurface to all season stan­ dards. Improve sight distance at various locations. 5. Vermontville Highway - M-50 to Lansing Road. Reconstruct and resurface to all season stan­ dards. 6. Ionia Road at Kinsel Highway - Cut hill and reconstruct intersection to improve safety. 7. Ionia Road at Valley Highway - Cut hill and reconstruct intersection to improve safety. 8. Reconstruct and Surface: Guinea Road - Billwood to Lansing Road 9. Other Bituminous Resurfacing and Sealcoating Projects: Battle Creek Hwy - Bellevue Vill Lim E to Twp Ln Holt Hwy - Dimondale Vill Lim to M-99 Lacey Lake Rd - Battle Creek to Griffin Battle Creek Hwy - Five Point to Carlisle Lacey Lake Rd - Spicerville to Five Pt Battle Creek Hwy - W Twp Line to Five Point Mt Hope Hwy - Cochran to Oneida Bellevue Hwy - Cochran to Royston Mulliken Rd - Vermontville to Needmore Bellevue Hwy - Royston to M-99 Narrow Lake Rd - Baseline to Bellevue Broadbent Rd - Willow to Saginaw Needmore Hwy - Mulliken to Cochran Canal Rd - Wilbur to Eaton Rapids Cty Lim Plains Hwy - Eaton Rapids City Lim to Waverly Canal Rd - Windsor to Wilbur Vermontville Hwy - Royston to M-99 Chester Rd - Carlisle to Kinsel Vermontville Hwy - Potterville Cty Lim to Royston Chester Rd - Kinsel to Vermontville St Joe Hwy - M-100 to Royston Columbia Hwy - Smith to M-99 St Joe Hwy - Oneida to 1.0 Mile East Creyts Rd - Mt Hope to I-496 St Joe Hwy - Royston to Nixon Doane Hwy - M-100 to Otto Waverly Rd - M-188 to Bellevue Five Point Hwy - Bradley to Maurer Windsor Hwy - Nixon to Canal Five Point Hwy - Curtis to Bradley The proposed construction is scheduled to be accomplished during the 2001 construction sea­ son. Acquisition of right of way, if required, will be completed before construction of the projects, provided the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners approves the projects. Further information on the proposed projects will be available before the scheduled hearing date at the Eaton County Road Commission offices at the above address or by telephoning 517-543­ 1630 or 1-877-883-2866. Any person wishing to present comments on the proposed improvement is invited to be present; however, a person wishing to present a written statement or an exhibit at the hearing shall convey that statement or exhibit to the Board of Eaton County Road Commissioners, 1112 Reynolds Rd., Charlotte, Michigan 48813. The Eaton County Road Commission will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and ser­ vices, such as interpreters for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being con­ sidered at the meeting for the visually impaired, for individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon two (2) working days notice to the Eaton County Road Commission. Individuals with disabilities re­ quiring auxiliary aid or services should contact the Eaton County Road Commission in writing or by calling Sharon K. Hice, ADA Coordinator, at the above address or telephone number, extension 202. BOARD OF EATON COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS FRED W. MARQUARDT, CHAIRMAN TIMOTHY J. LAMOREAUX, VICE-CHAIRMAN LARRY L. ADAMS, MEMBER BLAIR E. BALLOU, ENGINEER - MANAGER (103) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10,2001 - Page 10 Treloar sets school record; track team off to fine start New books at the Putnam District Library Adult Fiction - Brides of Eden, Blood Rock by Cotton, Constant Gardener by Le Carrer, Gunning for Regret by Mackenna, Last GunfighterGhost Valley by Johnstone, Scarlet Feather by Maeve Binchy, Texas Bom by Newcomb, Burning Times by Kalogridis, Undertow by Schutzer, You Only Die Twice by Buchanan, Program by White, Birds of Prey by Jance, Carriage House by Neggers, Croked Tiver Burning by Winegardner, Hunted by Jacobson, Mystic River by Lehane, Naked in Death by Robb, Posse Men by Roberts, Riders of Judgement by Compton, Slocum and the Rich Mans Son by Logan, Stanislaksi Brothers by Nora Roberts, Vengeance in Death by Robb. Adult Non-Fiction - Most Valuable Personal Legal Forms, Mary Englebreit Cross-Stitch, Mary Engelbreit Decorating Ideas, Secrets of the Baby Whisperer. Young Adults and Juniors - Girls in Blue, Royal Diaries; Kauiani, Book of Fairies. Videos: Meet the Parents, Judgment, Lady and the Tramp II, The Little Vampire, Tribulation, Apocalypse, Revelation, Manhunter, Runaway Bride, Secret of Nimh, Secret of Nimh 2, Gladiator. Donations of Books and other items by Nichole Ranshaw, Pat Priddy, Judy Laurie, Onalee Kipp, Rosalie Murphy, Flora White, Pat McClelland, Melinda Whitaker, Dr. Callton, Char Garvey, Joan McCullough, Mrs. James Reid, Ron Tutt, Lois Lane, Blair Hawblitz, Winslow and Judith Shaughnessy. Barry County Women’s Festival returns May 5 by Patricia Johns StaffWriter Jenifer Strauss Ivinskas Strauss will be the keynote speaker of this year's Barry County Women's Festival May 5 in the Fehsenfeld Center of Kellogg Community College. Ivinskas will share tradi­ tional and original stories in a performance titled "My Sister Said That Everything Would Change When ..." The deadline for registra­ tion is Friday, April 27. The cost is $15 per person for the 8 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. event. Registration forms are available at the Fehsenfeld Center area libraries and businesses or call KCC's Lifelong Learning depart- See us for color copying, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam or call 945-9105 ment at 948-9500, exten­ Maple Valley High School's girls track team finished third out of 27 Division III and IV teams at the Saginaw Valley State University High School Invite March 22 with a performance that included a number of top five finishes. The Lady Lions scored 35 points. Bath was first with 56 and Burton Atherton second with 36. Stefanie Joostberns was third in the 800 in 2:33.65, Micah Tobias fifth in the 400 in 1:06.63, Brieann Treloar second in the high jump in 5-2 and Carly Spitzley fifth in the high jump in 4-10. Maple Valley's 800-meter relay team (Alesia VanEngen, Megan Garvey, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar) finished first in speaker, three sessions of each from Heart, Health and Happiness offerings. A health fair and time for conversation and networking also have been scheduled into the festival. The Barry County Women's Festival 2001 is sponsored by the Barry County Women's Festival committee, Kellogg Community College, Pen­ nock Hospital, Prudential and J-Ad Graphics. The deadline for regis­ tration is April 27. Call 948-9500, ext. 2244 for in­ formation. Maple Valley Junior High School wrestlers traveled to Bellevue March 17 for a season-ending tournament. The following Maple Valley wrestlers placed at the tournament: Tyler Greenfield (second place), one decision 11-3 and one pin in 1:55. Laura Trumble (fourth) two decisions 11-9 and 7-5. Levi Andler (third) one technical decision 16-6 and two pins in 29 seconds and 44 seconds. Andrew Gaber (first) two pins in 1:08 and 3:59. with the products and know-how to help you start solid retirement plan or strengthen an existing one. Certificate of Deposit (CD) - When you select a CD as an investment option, you lock in a fixed rate of return by investing a minimum of $500 for a specified term — 182 days to 8 years. Advantage IRA CD — Take advantage of the great rate and flexibility offered by our Advantagi 24 Month IRA CD. with seventh in Division III. Her best jump a season ago was 5-3. Other Maple Valley athletes placing in the top five were Joostberns (second in the 800 with a time of 2:35.4), Tobias (fourth in the 400 with a time of 1:07.5), Ashley Gordeneer (fourth in the pole vault with a jump of 7-6) and the 1600-meter relay team of Jessica Ripley, Andrea Eaton, Garvey and Joostberns (fifth in 4:42.5). No team scoring was kept at the Grand Valley event. Nineteen schools in Class C and D competed. Maple Valley's boys and girls have a home track meet Thursday, April 12 against Portland and Battle Creek St. Philip. Junior high wrestlers finish among__■ best■ t■ o end■ season n unoe Hastings City Bank can help you plan your future future I: 56.07, the 1600-meter squad (Summer Hill, Megan Garvey, Micah Tobias and Stefanie Joostberns) was third in 4:35.51, the 3200meter team (Camille Wieland, Chayla Robles, Micah Tobias and Stefanie Joostberns) was sixth in I1: 27.45. Treloar set a new school record in the high jump at the Grand Valley University Indoor Meet March 29. She finished first with a jump of 5-5 1/2. The old school record was 5-5 by Karris True, set in 1989. Treloar also finished second in the 200 with a time of 28.6. Treloar is a sophomore who was an SMAA and regional champion in the high jump last year. At state in 2000, she placed Statement Savings IRA - Open with as little as $50 and add to the account any time, for any amount. Trust Department - offers IRAs that utilize stocks, bonds and other investment products. We’re here to help you plan for the future. To learn more about IRA accounts at Hastings City Bank, call or stop by any office. Kevin Fassett (first) one technical decision 18-4 and one pin in 2:16. Eric Totten (first) two decisions 9-5 and 9-5 and one pin in 1:27. Keith Lackscheide (second) one pin in 4:04. Joey Desrochers (second) one decision 10-6 and one pin 3:46. Ben Boss (first), one technical decision 16-6. and two pins in 48 seconds and 44 seconds. Chris Morris (first) one pin in 2:25 and one injury default. Chad Tait (third) three pins in 40 seconds, 1:59 and 1:22. Matt Conklin (second) one pin in 14 seconds. The following is a list of recorded wins and losses for each wrestler: Tyler Greenfield (12-4); Laura Trumble (4-15); Levi Andler (14-5); Andrew Gaber (16-4); Kevin Fassett (12-6); Eric Totten (9-5); Keith Lackscheide (10-8); Ryan Moore (12-7); Joe Desrochers (14-4); Ben Boss (22-0); Chris Morris (15-5); Chad Tait (14-6); Matt Conklin (13-8); Mike James (13-2). Special thanks go out to head coach Craig Greenfield and assistant Roger Grasman as well as Brian Fassett. A banquet was held March 28. Andrew Gaber was. voted Most Improved Wrestler with his 16-win season. Ben Boss was named the team's MVP. Boss went undefeated and had 16 pins’ in his 22 victories. Comet baggers fall to Hope Scoring four runs in each the second and fifth innings, Hope College defeated Olivet College Friday in college baseball play at Olivet College. The host Comets (5-9, 0­ 4 in the MIAA) scored two runs in the second and added another in the seventh. Hope (9-10, 1-0 in the MIAA) added one in the sixth, one in the sixth and two in the seventh. Olivet managed just fliye hits, two by leftfielder Jeff Strain. Call945-9554for Maple Valley Mews MCTICM-Msl D/S PRODUCTS AVAILABLE ' Member FDIC Consult your tax advisor regardingyourpersonal tax situation. Early withdrawal penalties may apply No early withdrawal penaltiesfor IRS-qualified disbursements. Securities products are offered through both Northern Trust and Goldman Sachs Investment Services Corporation. The products are not deposits or obligations of, orguaranteed by Hastings City Bank or any ofits bank or non-bank affiliates. These products are not insured by the FDIC or any other government agency and involve investment rishs, including possible loss ofthe principal amount invested. Con. D/S 218 Soybeans #1 MSU W.M. Trials, | Food Grade Tofu; D/S 215 R.R., 2.1 Mat. #1MSU W.M. Trials, New Product; D/S 241 R.R. & D/S 293 R.R. available. Also New m Hybrid #400 & 2000 Alfalfas and D/S Magnum III, IV & V & Forecast—D/S Corn & all D/S Products; STINE Corn & Soys R.R. & Conventional NOTE: All Soybeans 90%+ Germination Marvin Cook, Mulliken 517-649-8988 L * �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10, 2001 - Page 11 PHOTO Get Fired Up With Great Tasting Nutrition L 'to vL * ll SStSSv fJA "hlj hl - Kilim 1:;. ■ i'iih I-,' (NAPS)—With the warmer weather finally here and out­ door fun on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to begin a fitter lifestyle. To ensure a health­ ier you, the Can­ ned Food Alliance (CFA) is offering nutritious and delicious new Ellie Krieger recipes along ------------ with great tips on how to live well. “Light and delicious foods are the perfect solution for families on the go,” said Ellie Krieger, registered dietitian, lifestyle counselor and tele­ vision host of“Living Better.” “Quick and nutritious dishes are an ideal way to get your troops prepared for the fun and healthy season ahead.” When you’d rather be out­ side than in the kitchen, Krieger suggests trying these quick and healthy ideas: • Start your morning off with a refreshing breakfast alternative. In a blender combine one banana, 6-7 frozen whole strawberries, canned pineapple chunks and orange juice for a deli­ cious breakfast smoothie. • For lunch, keep canned tuna and chicken stocked in your pantry to create easy tuna and chicken salads. Serve in a pita for a unique twist. • For a simple entree that really hits the spot, mix cooked penne pasta with canned chicken, canned gar­ banzo beans and your favorite vegetables. Toss with light Italian dressing and serve with a side salad. Courtesy ofthe Canned FoodAlliance Ingredients: Break out the grill! The Canned Food Alliance’s deli­ cious Pan-Grilled Salmon Steaks with Warm Fruit Sauce is a nutritious and delicious warm weather favorite. Visit www.mealti me. org for hundreds of recipes. 1 can (15^ ounces) sliced peaches, drained and coarsely chopped 1 can (8 ounces) pineap­ ple chunks, undrained 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 2 tablespoons lemon juice 4 salmon steaks (about 6 ounces each) 'A cup sliced almonds, toasted (optional) • lb top offyour meal, cre­ ate tasty tropical fruit skew­ ers with canned pineapple Preparation: and Mandarin oranges. These In medium saucepan, shish kebabs will cool you off combine peaches, pineap­ and refresh your spirits. ple with juice, sugar, • While you’re spending cornstarch and ginger; more time enjoying the out­ bring to a boil over doors, pack snacks that you medium-high heat. Cook can take with you. Canned and stir 1 minute or until nuts are a great source ofpro­ mixture thickens. Stir in tein when you’re on the go. lemon juice; set aside. The CFA’s newest recipe, Meanwhile, grill salmon Pan-Grilled Salmon Steaks over medium-hot coals (or with Warm Fruit Sauce, is a broil on rack of broiler healthy option that will really pan 3 to 4 inches from please the palate. The quick, heat) 7 to 11 minutes or tangy entree is high in omega- until fish is cooked to 3 fatty acids and monoun­ desired doneness, turn­ saturated fats and is a great ing once. Serve salmon source ofprotein. This recipe, with sauce and sprinkle along with hundreds of oth­ with almonds, if desired. ers, can be found on the Preparation Time: 10 Canned Food Alliance Web minutes site. Visit www.mealtime.org Cook Time: 15 minutes for quick, delicious and nutri­ Servings: 4 tious recipes that will have NutritionalInformation your family begging for Per Serving: 434 calories; seconds. 19 gfat; 100 mg cholesterol; Pan-Grilled Salmon 107 mg sodium; 32 g car­ Steaks with Warm Fruit bohydrate; 2 g fiber; 35 g Sauce protein. ®3i'1 •'as fa hpnmd IrA fawindkMi (nk- tfwiipik: itnis. Timely Tax Guidance (NAPS)—INCOME TAXES!!!!...people dread them...peopleface them... andpeople suffer through them everyyear. Many won­ der why some people seem to cope better than I others. It could be ■ -_ r r-J because they keep good rec­ ords, they don’t a very com­ plicated financial picture, or they’re extremely adept at understanding the ever-shifting laws and rules ofthe IRS. Unfortunately, for trU, U, j the majority ofpeople, income liiniuifll^ taxes are an annoying, pos- htfui afoiM ttHHfEUuitlutii E-ilk idmtMr this tir tirittd tt jj j Lt,- ng Umuitlidd uitliddf m hi ! sibly expensive, and stress­ ful part oflife in America. Fortunately, Ernst & Young’s Tax Guide 2001 and w J.K. Lasser’s" Your Income MmA8CV OME Tax 2001 T can help decipher this aClPjUm I.lag, seemingly endless tax nightmare. These best-selling annual tax guides highlight some ofthe most easily overlooked tax deductions including: • Accounting fees for tax preparation services and IRS audits • Alcoholism and drug abuse treatment • Cellular telephones • Cleaning and launder­ ing services when traveling • Contact lenses, eye glasses, and hearing devices • Contra’ceptives, ifbought 11UU3C Pet Grooming Groo JWp ® Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology Kptr Graduate G L' • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands _______Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request____ ~ Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 with a prescription • Costs associated with looking for a newjob in your present occupation Don’t miss out on these comprehensive tax guide essentials, they are the next best thing to a personal tax advisor. The Ernst & Young’s Tax Guide 2001 and J.K. Lasser’s™ Your Income Tax 2001 are avail­ able in bookstores or by call­ ing 1-800-225-5945. Center FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 5mm Film Processing ne hour service Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... panoramic 4x7 APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standardcolor prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives 5x8 - $2.50 s $^95 Business Cards 8x10 as low as CUSW Stamps 7 a(le w order 7l Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $ 4I QW5 0 250 1-color as low as Honor roll, continued from page 12*Andrea Jarvie, *Meghan Keasler, Drew Kersjes, Lindsey Kersjes, Kathleen Kesler, *Amanda Kirch­ hoff, Keith Lackscheide, Daniel Laverty, Nickolas Litos, Amber Lund, *Aaron Myers, Adam * Myers, *Mindy Newton, * Allison Oleson, Sara Pash, Leanne Paxton, Stephen Perry, *Samantha Pierce, Penny Plaunt, Norman Porter, Brooklyn Primm, Ian Raymond, Lynzie Rigelman, Ashley Samann, Shane Shance, Whitney Shilton, Jarrod Thomason, Dhanielle Tobias, *Sarah Trumble, *Sarah Vanderhoef, *Garrett VanEngen, James Voelker, *Brandi Walden, Lacey Ward, Cortney Warner, *Rebekah Welch, *Zeke Wieland, *Salena Woodman, Amanda Wright and Jamie Young. Denotes all-As. DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON Second Set of Prints i 35mm or APS' Looking for Specialty Papers? * 99c We have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures . —— withQ2^thi^Ail^O1 original processing g Jj Q2q^thri^Agril^pO1 J NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! Call for Classifieds 945-9554 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings jn ttie 616.945.9105 Gray Bam OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 ■ 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 10,2001 - Page 12 MV Jr-Sr High third term honor roll announced Seniors: * Leila Abdikadirova, Ja­ son Abfalter, * Christian Allwardt, *Abby Aspinall, Mark Ayles, Deah Beardslee, Nicolo Bianchi, *Brian Burt, Marc Bush, *Jason Carrigan, Jennifer Clements, Jacob Cole, Christy Cook, *Tatiana Danchenko, * Dacia Davis, Amy Dawson, Davis Drumm, Meghann Dun­ ham, Andy Ewing, Nicole Furlong, *Sean Godbey, *Eric Goris, Michael Hamilton II, *Karla Hughes, *Jessica Hummel, Luis Iribe, Joann Jackson, ‘Rosemary Jarrard, Matt Joppie, Carissa Keasler, Matthew Keeler, Travis Kersjes, ‘Timothy Kienutske, ‘Kyle Lackscheide, Reid, ‘Michael Reid, ‘Jeff Rhoades, Christopher Ripley, ‘Amanda Robins, ‘Jenny Rugg, Tim Rum­ sey, ‘Dana Seitier, Stacy Shepperly, Randy Silsbee, Troy Sloan, Fawn Smith, Jessica Smith, ‘Chad Spears, ‘Carly Spitzley, ‘Kristen Sprague, ‘ Matthew Thorne, Chinh Ton, Casey VanEngen, ‘Selena Ann Vaughan, Adam Watson, ‘Timothy Wawiernia, ‘Philicia West, Nichole Wickwire, ‘Corey Williams, Erin Wolfe, Brian Woodman, Jennie Wyant, Jamie Wyble and ‘Lacy Wyble. ‘Kristina Lamb, ‘Jennifer Mansfield, Victor Martin, Heather McCrimmon, ‘Gwen McDougal, ‘Levi McIntire, ‘Kenny Mitch­ ell, ‘Nicole Myers, Waka Nagamori, ‘Torri Newton, ‘Mai Nguyen, ‘Jessica Patrick, Jason Philipp, Jessica Pierce, Joshua Pierce, Christina Racine, ‘Gregory Rathburn, ‘Amy Juniors: Bethany Adams, Christ­ opher Andrews, Devon Augustine, Jessica Chaffee, Amanda Cole, Elizabeth Conklin, Aman­ da Cook, Sarah Cook, Shelbi Cousins, Samantha Curtis, Miranda Farr, Paul Felder, Isaac Franco,Ashley Gardner, Jason Graham, Hillary Grant, Rebecca Guernsey, Cassaundra Hager, Kenneth Hay es, James Henry, Michael Hill, Michael Hirneiss, Jason Hoffman, Raymond Hole, Brandon Hopkins, ‘Christ­ ina Jackson, Nikki James, Nathaniel Jarvie, Jovanna Jones, Nicholas Jones, Lacey Keyes, Andrew Krolik, Lisa McElroy, Derek Musser, ‘Brandy Ojala, Rodrigo Palma, John Parish, Tommy Patrick,, Devin Phenix, Allison Phillips, Melinda Powers, Russell Rhodes, Jessica Ripley, Kevin Ripley, Angela Rollins, Rebecca Scripter, Justin Sealy, Amber Strickland, Michael Strong,. ‘Lizzie Sundrla, ‘Bethany Swift, Darin Thrun, Alesia ^o/t flte community suppoftt given du/ting the <-Ve/imontvd$e 'rJiftemen’s ‘Dance. Donations tve/te g/toalCg app/teciated. Dlie dance was a gfteat success, and enjoyed by a^ who attended. Since/te^y, uUembe/ts o^ the ^Ve/tmontvi^e D-iftemen’s Dept. VanEngen, ‘Camille Wie­ land and ‘Jeremy Wiser. Sophomores ‘Owen Blakely, ‘Rach­ el Brandenburg, Matthew Brumm, Rebecca Bum­ ford, Jason Campbell, Randy Chase, Katie Clark, Holly Clouse, Hannah Cole, Andrew Cook, Kendrick Coplin, ‘Jessica Cowell, Chad Croff, Danny Davis, ‘Brenda Dayton, Janelle Decker, ‘Jonathan Denton, ‘Rach­ elle Drallette, Bryan Dunlap, Jennifer Dunn, Jeremy Dunn, Kari Emerick, Austin Fassett, Elizabeth Favre, Holly Forest, Eva Gilbert, ‘Taran Godbey, Ashley Gordeneer, Jennifer Grant, ‘Jessie Grant, ‘Ryan Grider, Stacey Hamilton, Cole Hansbarger, Cashel Harp, Danielle Hulsebos, Timothy Hyatt, Travis Irish, Jamie Jones, Andrew Kenyon, Britt Leonard, Elizabeth Lincoln, ‘Jess­ ica Mansfield, Samantha Mater, Shaina May, ‘Mindy McKelvey, Collin McLean, Nicole McMill­ on, ‘Michael Mead, ‘Timothy Miller, ‘Beth Mulvany, Nickalus New­ ton, ‘Melissa Nisse, Ashley Osenbaugh, ‘Sarah Perry, Jena Peters, ‘Jennie Pettengill, Meaghan Pierce, ‘ Karla Rasey, ‘Dawn Rhoades, Krystal Root, Kaylene Rutledge, Brandon Schantz, ‘Aman­ da Scramlin, Michelle Silsbee, Michael Sleeper, Cameron Smith, Eric Smith, Kate Spears, Jeffrey Taylor, Micah Tobias, Brieann Treloar, Cassie Turner, ‘Kristen Vanderhoef, Lindsey VanSyckle and ‘Richard Wilson. Freshmen I fv ■pt ■p.v. Cumberland Gap Boneless Smoked Cumberland Gap Boneless Smoked Whole Hams L 98% Fat Free Deli Sliced I Turkey 1/2 Hams 1 Hamilton Family Pack 2-1/2 Doz. Bareman’is Kraft 32 oz. Digiorno Whole Miracle Pizzas Pepsi Milk Whip Eggs > 9 Cal. Amish Potato Salad Amish HDV Fr. Silk Macaroni lee Cream Round Salad + dep. 16 oz. Bareman's Cottage Cheese Asparagus McCormick Asst. Pood Colors 89 Del Monte 15 oz. Assorted Varieties Canned Fruit Peaches/Pears Fruit Cocktail OA9C 0 Lee Alexander, ‘Patrick Andrews, Michael Bart­ lett, Laura Beardslee, Bol Bol, Maggie Bonner, Chelsea Brandenburg, Dustin Brown, Andrew Burns, ‘Kathryn Carney, Deng Choi, Ashley Col­ lier, Penny Curtis, Morwel Deng, ‘ Joel Drallette, Matthew Dunham, Matt­ hew Dunn, Nick Ewing, Jeffery Fleming, Jessica Frayer, Lena Gale, Megan Garvey, Elisha Gibson, Tommy Griffin, Heather Harris, Jamie Hayes, Kalee Huff, Joshua Hulsebos, ‘Melissa Jew­ ell, Stefanie Joostberns, ‘Caitlin King, Chris Kitchen, Hilary Krolik, Jonathan Lentz, Steven Loveall, ‘Kristina McCal­ lum, Heidi McCrimmon, ‘Kyle Musser, Christi O'Dell, Ben Owens, Dale Platte, ‘Dustin Powers, Meagan Putnam, Nate Racine, Dawn Raymond, Becky Reid, Joshua Rice, ‘Derek Ripley, Chayla Robles, Mark Rodriguez, ‘Nicole Rucinski, Daniel Sealy, ‘Scott Setchfield, Ben Smith, Nicholas Smith, Valerie Smith, Rachelle Swift, ‘Amber Terberg, Andrew Thoma­ son, Andrea Thornton, Sarah Todd, Ashley Trum­ ble, Ty VanAlstine, ‘Muriel Wieland Brett Williams, Kelly Wilson and Laci Wolever. Eighth Grade Johnathon Alexander, Melissa Bauer, ‘Benjamin Boss, Jeffrey Bowman Jr., Lance Burpee, Kassandra Chase, Elizabeth Clem­ ents, Matthew Conklin, ‘Samantha Cowell, Rach­ el Croff, Todd Cupp, Rochelle Currier, Robert Decker, Joseph Desroch­ ers, Krista Driksna, ‘Dustin Drumm, Katie Eldred, Jessica Ellison, ‘ Kelsey Elliston, Kortney Ewing, Kevin Fassett, Kelly Fox, Micheal Furlong, ‘Andrew Gaber, ‘Tara Gordenski, Nicholas Grant, ‘ Lisa Hamilton, Kaitlyn Hammond, Daniel Hough, ‘ Erin Hummel, ‘Dustin Jones, ‘Kalisha Jones, ‘Amanda Ketchum, Crystal Kuras, Akok Malek, Jessica McMillen, ‘Amanda Mead, ‘Dustin Mead, Kristin Mead, Thomas Miller, ‘Brandon Montgomery, Ryan Moore, Willie Murray, Anthony Myers, Jesse Page, Bethann Platte, Amber Primm, ‘Michael Rhodes, Tessa Robles, Christo­ pher Rood, ‘Kyndra Root, Heather Ruffner, Amanda Rumsey, Matthew Scramlin, David Shaver II, ‘Kailey Smith, ‘Nathan­ ael Smith, Amy Strick­ land, ‘Shawna Tevelde, ‘Tiffany Thomas, Chad Thomason, Levi Treloar, ‘Laura Trumble, Ryan VanZandt, ‘Chase Wal­ den, Carmen Wells, Nichole Whelpley, ‘Lacey Wiser and Jason Wood. Seventh Grade Fawn Allwardt, Levi Andler, ‘David Benedict, Andrea Cobb, ‘Andi Cohoon, Pam Cook, ‘Stacie Cook, Nicholas Croff, Brent Cummings, ‘Jenna Denton, Amber Edinger, ‘Jennifer Ellison, Shamarr Gearhart, Adam Gonser, Matthew Gordeneer, Randa Hanes,, Chasity Hester, ‘Christopher Hoffman, See honor roll, pg. 11 FROST HEATING & COOLING Citizens Day EVERY MONDAY Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 Spring i Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 • Prices good thru Saturday Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-04-17.pdf b56078b2b533885ae28a97d783a3fb7c PDF Text Text H1S OOW®CH —W®CH fl __— Published by\J raphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945*9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 16/April 17, 2001 Karen Betts appointed to Nashville council seat by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer It took the Nashville Vil­ lage council three separate ballots last Thursday night to appoint someone to fill a vacant seat on the coun­ cil. With a final vote of 5­ 1, Village President Car­ roll Wolff dissenting, Karen Betts was sworn in to fill the position. A onc-year trustee seat opened after Chris Pash resigned from council, cit­ ing time constraints. The council had received intent of interest from Betts in the form of a letter, and intent from Gary White by way of phone, and his bid for of­ fice, which he lost to Steve Wheeler in March elections. The council was dead­ locked with a first and second vote tie of 3-3 for each candidate. For those votes, Wolff, Frank Dun­ ham, and Ed Sheldon voted for White. Steve Wheeler, Ralph Kirk and Dan Kellogg voted for Betts. Council members asked White, who was present, why he wanted to serve. He said because the vil­ lage had important pro­ jects coming up and he felt that his past experi­ ence as village president could help the village make important decisions about its future. He said the council had to make the best decision for the village. Wolff said he was con­ tacted by White who had brought up the fact that many interested parties, Junior Friends have a ‘Clue at the library by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Junior Friends of the Library played a suspense- ful game of "Clue " last Saturday in Putnam Li­ brary. Members dressed up as Erin Hummel and John Heinsen are dressed as Mrs. Peacock, and the butler, characters in the game Clue which they played at Putnam Library last week. characters in the game and used the library as the .rooms in which to attempt to solve the mystery. The game lasted about an hour and ended with re­ freshments. The Junior Friends of the Library was formed about a month ago. It consists of members 10-16 years of age who have their own board to raise money for books, videos and chil­ dren's programs, in addi­ tion to fun activities like the "Clue" game. The group will be raising money on Syrup Festival weekend at the library. They will have a bake and book sale Saturday, April 28, from 9 a.m. to noon. Librarian Deidra Bryans said the group is always accepting new members with permission from their parents. Inquiries can be made at the library. Members of the Junior Friends of the Library play the classic game Clue in Putnam Library last Saturday. Karen Betts is sworn as trustee by Nashville clerk Cathy Lentz at the council meeting last week. who had lost in the elec­ tions had been appointed to the council when a seat had opened up. Wolff said this was sometimes the case and cited recent council mem­ ber Mike Beachnau as an example. After the deadlock, Dunham asked the council members to share their reasons for voting. Kellogg said he voted for Betts because he thought it was stated that interested parties must turn in written interest and Betts had done that. "I did not serve when this other individual did, but I heard some good things were done then... but I thought we made an agreement to put an ad in the paper and whoever was interested had to give writ­ ten notice to get the seat." Steve Wheeler said he voted for Betts because he felt White had a history of making personal attacks on council members and village employees. "I have sat here on council for three years and See council seat, pg. 2 Drive by paintball shooting reported in Vermontville by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer .Vandals sprayed the Vermontville Hardware last Thursday night with paint balls, and owner Greg Wendorf is offering a $200 reward for the tip that leads to a conviction. Wendorf said he arrived at work Friday morning to find his store sprayed with paint balls, and his Native American statue also bombarded with them. "The kids are out van­ dalizing stuff," he said. "These kinds of things re­ ally pick up in the sum­ mer. It got all over the front of my windows and turned my siding green. I got out my power washer and washed it off, but some of the paint got into the cracks of my Indian statue and will stay there." Wendorf said there is nothing for the kids to do, and this leads to trouble. "They hit cars with these paint guns all summer," he said. "This kind of stuff happens between 2 and 4 a.m., when no one is around." "It could easily get more serious, I hope it never turns into something more serious," he said. Wendorf said he called the Eaton County Sheriffs Department and lodged a complaint, but they said they could not come out because nothing had been broken. Wendorf said he is offer­ ing $200 to the person who can tip him off to the cul­ prits, so he can get them convicted of a misde­ meanor. "It was a drive by shoot­ ing... they were shooting at the statue,” he said. In This Issue Reed Street widening approved by Nashville Council Kids seek out Easter Eggs in Putnam Park Pitching propels Saxons past Lions Baseball Lions-sweep Saxons in twin biH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 2 Council seat, continued from front page I have watched this person accuse our clerk of running personal ads (which we as a council have approved of), and put a truck in the middle of town (that had a personal attack) about be­ ing railroaded by former Village President Dennis Mapes," said Wheeler. "I have nothing against him personally, but we have spent the last couple of years in turmoil and I don’t intend to spend the next year in turmoil," said Wheeler. "I feel the same way," said Ralph Kirk. "If we start making personal at­ tacks, we lose what the village stands for... we are not experts we are just try­ ing to help and the attacks for the third time, and after a long pause Dunham changed his vote, and Sheldon then did too. Wolff did not change his vpte and voted no on appointing Betts. "I would like it to be stated that my no is based on the fact that we have so many things coming up with Reed Street, the wa­ ter project and recycling. I think experience is very vital at this time." Betts was then sworn in. Later in the meeting, White withdrew from his position on Planning Commission. for doiftg^hal aren't called ■ ■f^Qjo jon of the meeting said for.' __* fgj* sfftrhad been following the uncil issues "off and on" "I votetrHc^atr jg counc nd was new to the expe­ said Dunham, "becaus "because! Ind feel this candidate's rience, going into it with "an open mind." knowledge and experience "I've never been on the would be an asset to the council (especially with council... it's an open door for me," Betts said. "I live the projects coming up). I in town, I work in town feel it is a free society and and I think it will be an in­ people have the right to express themselves... it teresting experience." White said while he was might not have been the village president the town way I would have done it, but I think this person has was not in turmoil. "It worked from 96-98... I this right. We have the ability to work out these am not a quiet person, if differences, this is where that offends some people it's going to," said White. teamwork comes along." "You are going to offend Ed Sheldon said he agreed with both sides, but people just by being on did not know much about council and making deci­ sions." Betts. The council then voted Betts, who came for that New garden club fund-raiser planned PTO to sponsor guest speaker on depression, ADD/ADHD Your homeowners policy comes with something extra Laurie Assadi will give a presentation about ADD/ADHD and childhood depression Tuesday, April 24, at 6 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School Auditorium. Child care will be provid­ ed. Assadi will provide insight into children’s bat­ tles. “With her help we may be able to better understand our children in their daily strug­ gles and better communicate with them,” said Julie Khouri,' a representative from the Maple Valley PTO. A pizza dinner will be held at 5:30 p.m. Make reservations with your child’s school, giving name, phone number, the number of persons attend­ ing, and the number of chil­ dren for child care. This evening is absolutely free. For more information, call the elementary schools’ social worker, Stephanie Walton. She has a regular schedule at Maplewood and Fuller Street elementary schools. eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. aAuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ThiNc. Pro6C^rt f^oyA ’ TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Mary Lou Bitgood, (left) and Ena Symonds hammer in a new sign by the tulips planted in Central Park by the Nashville Garden Club. The club is holding a fund­ raiser on Saturday, April 21 from 9 a.m. to noon to raise money for more park beautification. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Garden Club will hold a fund­ raiser Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m. to noon in Central Park to raise money for park beautifica­ tion. The fund-raiser will be selling baked goods and outdoor and household plants, and will also have gift giveaways. In the case of rain, the event will be held in Eaton Federal Savings Bank. Money raised will go toward flowers to be planted in Central Park. The garden club has al­ ready planted a great number of tulips in the park that will soon bloom. The garden club started up last year. Members meet the second Monday of every month at 10 a.m. at Good Time Pizza. Members discuss their gardens and host guest speakers on a variety of garden topics. The club is always ac­ cepting new members. 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 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 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School....... Morning Worship.... Evening Worship.... W.ednesday Family Night Service . .... 9:45 a.m. ................ 11 ................. 6 ..6:45 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 301 Fuller SI., Nashville Sunday School...... Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship.......... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................ ...9:45 a.m. .11 a.m. ......... 6 REV. ALAN METTLER 7 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday AM. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH . orning Celebration M 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service ......................... 6 p.m. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. Amission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (112 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................... 11 a.m. P.M.’Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. Sunday School...... 10 a.m. Worship............................ 11 a.nr Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School .......... 10 a.m. Fellowship Tim .... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...... ............. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 til mi hk»l ACTION-Ads! PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Meeting at Maple Valley High School Min ultras I Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH atWM M-79 West PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............. Worship Service .......... Sunday Evening Service Wed. Evening Service... AWANA.............. 7-8:30 For more informalion call 795-2370 or Rev David T Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for ail services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ;sj 9:45 a.m. ..11a.m. .. .6 p.m. ...7 p.m. p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 1 '""“S? VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ??»s 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... Church Service ...... ..10 a.m. ..11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: :15 am Morning Prayer 00 am. Holy Communion S§* MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE s �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 3 Reed Street widening approved by council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council approved an engi­ neering firm to draw up plans to widen Reed Street when the road is being re­ paired this summer. It was estimated that the cost of widening the street during construction would be about $6,000, much lower than if the widening was done at another time. "We need to go at least 33 feet (across) for two lanes and parking," said Steve Wheeler. Trustee Ed Sheldon asked, "Why do we need parking there?" "Basically the conve­ nience of the residents," said Wheeler. Sheldon said he was concerned about the extra cost, but Wheeler said it was not much compared to the $300,000 cost of the project. All members voted yes, except Village President Carroll Wolff, who said, "I have a concern over where the village is going to be financially in a few years." In other business at the meeting the council: • Agreed to send a viola­ tion of ordinance letter to the owner of 211 North Queen St., for a home that had a fire, and was never cleaned up or secured, said Frank Dunham. "It's unfair to neighbors, it is an eyesore, and it is open and vacant with bad floors with shattered glass..." said Dunham. He said the owner would have 30 days to respond with a plan for the site. Heard from Police Chief Gary Barnes that a part­ time officer would be at­ tending an educational workshop focusing on a All members voted yes (on the motion to draw up plans for the Reed Street widening project), except Village President Carroll Wolfe, who said, “I have a concern over where the village is going to be in a few years.” new program that might one day replace the Drug Abuse Resistance Educa­ tion (DARE) program in schools. "It is more in depth than DARE and from what I un­ derstand the state is get­ ting out of DARE and go­ ing with this program," said Barnes. Barnes said that after training, he expected the officer would spend two or so hours a couple of days a week at Fuller Elementary. Wolff said, "The village is supporting this finan­ cially... it is an area where we have been running over. I don't remember this being approved." Dunham said it had been discussed at committee level. "We discussed it in Reception to honor coach Mittelstaedt The Maple Valley School Board will be host for a reception at 7 p.m. Friday, April 20, to honor Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt for his recent induc­ tion into the Michigan Coaches Hall of Fame. The reception will take place in the high school cafeteria. Athletic Director Mike Sparks said, "I have been calling former assistants and other people who have worked with him and in the program... we are also inviting former players and friends. We have fortunate to have had him coaching for more than 20 years, and Maple Valley has a great reputation for foot­ ball." "We would like to invite everyone to attend," said Sparks. Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 18 Hot dog, carrot sticks, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, April 19 M.W. Hungry Howies. Pizza, whole kernel corn, fruit cocktail, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, April 20 Grilled cheese sandwich, dill pickles, celery sticks, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, April 23 Nacho cheese bread sticks, carrot sticks, peaches, fortune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, April 24 Chef’s salad, roll and but­ ter, grape push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 18 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, April 19 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Friday, April 20 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two — Garden salad, tater tots, apple crisp, juice, milk. Monday, April 23 Choose One French bread pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. TUesday, April 24 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den Salad, California blend veg., grape push-up, juice, milk. is having a Spring Dance Open to the public Free Admission aturday, April 2lst at 9 p.m. HIT OUR WEB® www.Mti.COTi B • Heard from Joanne Forman, who urged the vil­ lage to participate in the upcoming county parks and recreation plan, to gain access to grants. • Heard from uss Keech who said Nashville was not represented well in the Barry Community Foundation, and the foun- dation would hold an in­ formational meeting April 20, on a Monday at 7 p.m. at Maple Grove Township Hall. He encouraged members of the council to attend. • Approved for the Nashville Garden Club to hold a fund-raiser in the park Saturday, April 21. TANNING ♦4 *15 *25 *40 per visit Walk-Ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING t . en ...Shouldn’t You? Tues-Thun. 8 am-8 pm. Fri. 8 am-7 p m, Sal 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 APLEVALLEY f Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI ■DUAL HOUUNO MLS, EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.... Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).. Eves. 726-0223 ........ 726-1234 ........ 852-5066 School Lunch Menu Nashville VFW B 1 committee and thought it would be beneficial and bring about positive changes in kids. DARE has lost its impact so they are starting younger to have a more noticeable influence on kids as they get older. Prevention is what it amounts to... the last I heard the state was getting out of the DARE program. • Decided to investigate further a claim by a resi­ dent who said the Depart­ ment of Public Works had accidentally taken out part of his fence while snow plowing. He said he wanted reimbursement for the damage at $200. • Awarded a bid to Truck and Trailer for one ton dump truck repairs for $2,086. Also approved a bid to Maple Valley Im­ plement for lawn mower equipment for $8,250 with trade-in. COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES NE OF VERMONTVILLE. NEAR M-50, GOOD LOCATION, BLACKTOP ROAD. newer roof, comer lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, convenient to town & low maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing 8r details today. (H-95) Hewer windows, roof & furnace. Heeds some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Hyle. (CH-106) ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live down­ stairs & rent upstairs. TWo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim & pocket doors. Fireplace with for­ mal dining room; great invest­ ment with land contract terms. □ive Jerry a call to see! (H-118) HIGH ON A HILL COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES West of Hashville. 2 bedroom ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,500!! Call Hyle today for a private showing. (CH-120) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 & has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front & rear stairs. Call Homer for more details & appointment to see. (H-117) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, “Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (H-116) NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, large kitchen, open stairway & 2 car attached garage, geat family home!! Call Hyle today to find out how to use your tax return to pur­ chase this home. (H-121) VACANT LAND 220 220 220 Tomi “tod )8 2 8 495 495 495 NASHVILLE IVO 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air & water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (M-119) Js I 5JA Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are “wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. VL-107/112) $79,900! VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, “Hidor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/Fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nicely landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) NEW LISTING "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fireplace, huge master suite on second floor. Call Hyle for all the "info". (CH-122) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 4 Sue A. LadeSUNFIELD - Sue A. Lade passed away Friday, April 6, 2001 in Lakeland, Florida at the age of 52. She was born March 9, 1949 in Charlotte, Michigan, daughter of Robert E and Dorothy R. (Smith) Lane. She was employed by Centennial Acres Golf Course as the pro shop man­ ager. ' She was an active member in Sunfield area sponsors of programs for youth organi­ zation, she helped to orga­ nize and promote girls golf at Centennial Acres. She was a member of two golf leagues, and once placed second in the National Left Ernest J. Rasey VERMONTVILLE Ernest J. Rasey, age 73, of Vermontville and formerly of Nashville, died Monday, March 26, 2001 at Gila Bend, Arizona. Mr. Rasey was bom on Oct. 22, 1927 in Nashville, Michigan, the son of Ernest and Golah (Appleman) Rasey. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended Nashville schools, graduat­ ing in 1945 from Nashville High School. Mr. Rasey resided in the Nashville/Vermontville area all of his life. He married Mary Jean Curtis on Jan. 26, 1949 and she survives. Mr. Rasey owned and Raymond “Shorty” Schriver VERMONTVILLE Raymond “Shorty” Schriver, age 81, of Vermontville died Sunday, March 25,2001 at his home. Mr. Schriver was born on Sept. 23, 1919 in Michawaka, Indiana, the son of Emiel and Elisabeth (Guethals) DeSchryver and attended area schools. He was married to Dorothy Schelter on Dec. 5, 1943 in Lake Odessa, Michigan. He was employed at General Motors Oldsmobile plant in Lansing, Michigan for 30 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the U.S. Army serving as a mil­ itary policeman in the states during World War II. One of his primary duties included working prisoners ofwar on area farms. He was a kind hearted and simple man who enjoyed hunting, fishing and mowing his lawn. He is survived by his son, Raymond (Mary) Schriver of Vermontville; daughter, Luanne (Ray) Betts of Lansing; three grandchil­ dren and five great grand­ children. Preceding him in death were his parents, eight brothers and sisters. Graveside memorial ser­ vices will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville, MI with Loren Lehman officiating. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. liana’s c-PQace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner ofM-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 Handers Golf Tournament. Sue was preceded in death by her father, Robert F. Lane. Surviving are her hus­ band, Jerry Lade of Sunfield; mother, Dorothy Lane of Bellevue; brother, Robert (Lana) Lane of Holt, sisters, Kay (Robert) Babbitt of Spring Hill, FL, and Alice (Michael) Palatas of Spring Hill, FL. She was a special aunt to many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 12, 2001 at the Sunfield United Brethren Church. Pastors Mark E. Ralph and Darrel Bosworth officiated. For those wishing, contri- operated the Rasey Construction Company and the Hometown Lumber Yard in Nashville for many years. He was a member of the Vermontville Bible Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jean; sons, Dennis (Paula) Rasey of Nashville, Donald (Patricia) Rasey of Nashville and Dion (RexAnn) Rasey of Nashville; daughter, Judy (Edward) Brubaker of Lowell, MI; 15 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sister, Sue (Tom) Sprague of Woodland; sister-in-law, Thurman R. Brooks Helen Rasey of Nashville; HASTINGS Mr. and she survives. and nieces and nephews. Thurman R. Brooks, age 63, He was employed at the Preceding him in death Owens-Brockway Glass of Hastings, died Sunday, were his parents; brothers, April 8, 2001 in Pennock Company in Charlotte for 19 Maurice Teeple, Nelson and years and was engaged in Hospital. Von Rasey; and sisters, Mr. Brooks was bom on farming. He attended the Geraldine Teeple and March 27, 1938 in Nashville Baptist Church. Geneva Rasey. Mr. Brooks is survived by Nashville, MI, the son of Services will be held at 11 Ernest and Bessie (Elliott) his wife, Carol; daughters, a.m. Saturday, April 14, Brooks. He was raised in the Penny (William) Johnson of 2001 at the Vermontville Bible Church. Pastor Darnel Nashville area and attended Hastings and Brenda (Jeff) Smith and Pastor Emeritus Nashville schools, graduat­ Wilson of Kentwood; son, David Brooks and fiance Paul Boger officiating. A ing in 1956 from Nashville Julie Scott of Vermontville; High School. memorial reception will be three grandchildren; and He was married to Carol J. held at the church immedi­ brother, Kennard Brooks of Callihan on Sept. 8, 1962 ately following the services. Burial will be at the Hosmer Cemetery, Castleton Twp., Barry County, ML Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Bible Church Missions Fund or Gideons Bible Program. Cindy Krolik of Vermont­ infants to three years of age. Arrangements were made ville has been promoted by As Extension educator, by Maple Valley Chapel of MSU Extension to Exten­ she will focus on issues that Nashville. sion Educator for Eaton strengthen families, coordi­ County. nate the Building Strong Krolik has worked for Families program, and Eaton County MSU supervise the two parenting Call 945-9554for Extension since 1993 as a instructors assigned to the parenting instructor with the Maple Valley News “Building Strong Families” program. She was promoted 4cft»wds to Extension educator effec­ tive April 1. Krolik has both her bach­ elor’s and master’s degrees from Michigan State University in education and for the past eight years has developed the “Building Strong Families” (BSF) pro­ gram in Eaton County. BSF is a researched-based cur­ riculum using in-home delivery ofparenting educa­ tion to new parents with butions may be made to the S.P.Y.’s Scholarship Fund aka Sunfield Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890; in memory of Sue A. Lade. The pallbearers were Scott Babbitt, Steve Babbitt, George Carter, Frank Lane, Bruce Lane, and Tony Lane. The funeral arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, The Rosier Funeral Home. A interment service fol­ lowed at the Sunfield Cemetery. For more information log onto www.legacy.com. Hastings. Preceding him in death were his parents and sister, Gloria Browning. Services were held Wednesday, April 11, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home. Pastor Deano Lamphere officiated. Interment was at Hastings Twp. Cemetery, Barry County, ML Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Extension promotes Vermontville’s Krolik Mace Pharmacy program. This program was made possible as a result of the Eaton Intermediate School District’s All Students Achieve Program - Parent Involvement and Education Grant (ASAP-PIE). Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905’9550 to place your classified ad. “One to Keep, One to Share” 3 COMING SOON D0Ub'eS2 C & B’s Pizzeria (Currently Sugar Hut Cafe) 29 24 exp. 36 exp. $O029 Standard Processing Applies to 35mm color print film. Not valid with APS or Premium Processing. Expires 4/21/01. New Name & Menu - SAME OWNERS We will offer daily specials and non-pizza menu items Will we deliver? YES! 174 S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-1518 & 517-72fi-OM9 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 5 Prepare for severe storms (NAPS)—After many months ofwinter snow show­ ers, thunderstorms, tornadoes and floods come rumbling into town. While these annual weather events should not be a surprise, families are often caught unprepared. You cannot control Mother Nature, but you can in­ crease your family’s safety and ability to survive by planning ahead. Take some time and follow these sim­ ple tips from Rubbermaid to create a disaster plan: 1. Learn your commu­ nity’s warning signals and evacuation plans. 2. Create a plan for your family. Pick two places to meet—one spot inside your home and another located away from your neighborhood. 3. Implement your plan. Steps to complete include posting emergency numbers by phones, installing safety features in your house, and teaching children how and when to call 911. 4. Create a disaster sur­ vival kit. This inexpensive and simple step can prepare your family for any hazard that comes its way. A Disaster Survival Kit should be housed in a durable plastic container with a secure lid. The Rub­ bermaid ActionPacker® stor­ age container is ideal for this job and will prevent water and other elements from ruining the items you will need to make it through the storm. Your survival kit should include: ✓ Candles and matches ✓ A first aid kit, includ­ ing prescription medications ✓ A copy ofyour health and insurance information ✓ Emergency tools, in­ cluding a battery-powered portable radio and lantern, flashlight and plenty ofextra batteries ✓ Batteiy-powered clock or watch ✓ A list of emergency numbers including public utility companies and fam­ ily members (remember to grab your wireless phone when bad weather strikes) ✓Special items for infants, elderly or disabled family members ✓ Toilet paper ✓High-calorie, non-per­ ishable snacks stored in Seal’n Saver” food storage containers ✓ Towels ✓ Garbage bags Reynolds-Pennington Jim and Diane Reynolds of Charlotte announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter Melissa Reynolds to Matthew Pennington, son of John and Kathy Pennington ofNashville. Melissa is a 1998 graduate of Charlotte High School and is currently employed at Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings. Matthew is a 1997 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School and is self-employed in the excavating and plumb­ ing business. www.survivesthestorm.car” Legal advice offered to area senior citizens SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. A VERMONTVILLE ROOFING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 CALL, (616)721-8804 BECKI. HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience WATER DELIVERED FOR needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 swimming pools, ponds, Ext.5085 24hrs. construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call 517-726-1005 WORK AT HOME FULL OR PART TIME. FREE IN­ or 517-204-7451. FORMATION. CALL JON NOW: (616)721-3951. For Rent NASHVILLE, VERY NICE 1 bedroom house, attached garage (517)852-9386. years. David Halliwill, owner. (517)543-1002 Help Wanted (full-time), REPO. ABANDONED GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH * have put together a cookbook in Sherry’s honor THE COOKBOOK HAS APPROXIMATELY 500 OF YOUR FAVORITE RECIPES PRICE $10.00 Proceeds go to build a “Children’s Library” at Grace Community Church in memory of Sherry Roscoe. Sherry loved children and taught Sunday School for 23 years! REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800Legal Services of South- 968-7376.________________ ern Michigan will conduct REPO: R: MUST SELL! Will interviews for legal advice look at any offer. 3 bedroom, and possible representation 2 bath. Will move if necessawithout charge to interested ry. 1-800-672-9604 senior citizens Wednesday, FIRST TIME HOME buy­ May 9, from 11:30 a.m. to ers! We represent several noon at the Nashville Mas­ banks, they are eager to sell onic Temple, 201 N. Main, homes they have repossessed.-No application fee if Nashville. A short presentation will you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 also be provided. Legal Services of South­ ern Michigan is a non-profit organization that provides legal assistance, representa­ tion and education to low income people in Calhoun, Branch, and Hillsdale coun­ ties and seniors in St. Joseph acres, from $19,900 to $24,900. Land contract terms available. Call Tony at (616)207-3607 Sherry Roscoe” ♦ BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Real Estate RUTLAND TOWNSHIP; BUILDABLE lots, from 1-3 In loving memory ofSherry Roscoe Family, friends and members of working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. ABANDONED STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Smallmouth Largemouth, Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. “COOKING WITH GRACE A Tribute to good Mobile Homes FOR FISH Cookbooks for Sale DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits Miscellaneous NationalAds DO YOU WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT AND HAVE MORE ENERGY? GIVE ME jo Cookbooks are available at Something Special by Kathy in Nashville OR Carl’s Market in Nashville OR, Call: Joyce White (Sherry’s mom) (517-852-0974 Janet Miller - Hastings (616) 838-6142 Sandy Priddy - Nashville (517) 852-9706 Suzy Corkweli - Nashville (517) 852-9109 at Creekside Optical's A Sept. 22, 2001 wedding is being planned. Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned * Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, . Groomer and Barry counties. The agency seeks, through its board, staff, volunteers and pro bono attorneys, to ensure that its clients are given equal access to the justice system. It is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the State Bar of Michigan and local United Ways. The _advice and counsel at the senior sites is funded pri­ marily by Federal Title III “Older Americans Act” funds and by Calhoun County senior millage. SAVE $2.00! I VERMONTVILLE MAPLE I SYRUP FESTIVAL ■ ROOFING, EE WHAT'S BLOOM I i& & e Pet Grooming Groo 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 ✓ Rubber boots and gloves ✓ One change of cloth­ ing and footwear per person ✓ One blanket or sleep­ ing bag per person ✓ An extra set of car keys, cash and a credit card It’s also wise to keep a Rubbermaid cooler stocked with a three-day supply of water (one gallon per person per day). When you are preparing for the storm’s arrival, grab several Blue Ice packets out of your freezer to keep your water cold. Store the tote and cooler in an easily accessible area such as the Closet nearest the door you exit most often or in the garage. Remember to replace the food, water and batteries every six months. 5. Practice and maintain your plan. Conduct drills to ensure family members remember meeting places, phone numbers and safety rules. Taking a few minutes today may save your life as storms come into town. For more information on how to survive severe storms, visit Business Services i Wednesday, April 25th, 3-7 p.m featuring eyewear and sunglasses by such designers as— Christian Dior file 'fossil Charmant Titanium * Safilo Hine West Our frame suppliers will be opening their "trunks" full of new designer frames and sunglasses for you to choose from. This is your chance to purchase frames that may never i?e available at any optical store in Barry County. SPECIAL D/SCOUN and SALE friiw PRICING APRIL 27, 28, 29, 2001 Please present this coupon at any Pugh Shows’ ticket booth & receive one regular priced $12 P.O.P. Ride Wristband for only $10 during one of the following days & times: Limited appointments available during the show for prescription update. Call to make your appointment. *Some restrictions may apply Friday, April 28 - 4pm to 10pm Saturday, April 29 - 5pm to 11pm Sunday, April 30 - Noon to 6pm . No refunds • No re-bands • No cash value • No rain checks One coupon per person. Duplications not accepted. There are height restrictions on some rides. 1761 W M-43 HWY. • Hastings (616) 945-3888 Mon - Fri 8-5 Sat 8 - Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17,2001 - Page 6 Superintendent’s School board head reads to Fuller students Corner Project upgrades by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Rose Dunham's class at Fuller Street Elementary had School Board Presi­ dent Dr. Mike Callton come and read to them last week Tuesday. Callton read on the theme of trains, which seemed a hit with the children. After reading about the "Little Train Engine that Could," Callton asked the children if they had ever seen a train up close. Many children told of times they had ridden on a train, or visited train mu­ seums. Dunham then had the children remember a time when they tried to do something and failed, but succeeded when they tried again. Many talked about rid­ ing a bike or swimming as things that took persever­ ance. by Clark Volz School board president Dr. Mike Callton reads a story about the little train engine who finally made it up a big hill, by Watty Piper, to the Fuller students. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or I-800-870-7085 Rose Dunham's students listen intently as they are read a story about trains. Danger Zone pro wrestling event set in Lakewood 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 Expires April 31. 2001 (No copyrighted pictures) Char otte (1 Lithograph inc. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Make plans to head to the Danger Zone. On Saturday, May 5 some thrilling professional wrestling will be coming to Lakewood High School for a special event named the Danger Zone. The event is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 or $15 for ringside seats. Lakewood coach Bob Veitch said he hopes the show will "pack the house.” Proceeds from the event will support Lakewood High School's wrestling and baseball teams. Headlining the Danger Zone will be Dan "the Beast" Severn, a two-time World Wrestling champion and a two-time cage match world champ. Veitch will be wrestling as well against Tubby Tunaka, a 6-5 410-pound grappler from Japan. There will also be tag team events, according to Veitch. The event should last about an hour and a half. I have had a few questions from members of the commu­ nity about the projects currently taking place at Maple Valley Schools. Here is a brief overview, for you, ofthe major pro­ jectss for jec or “Thee Valley. a ey. ” • Maplewood Elementary playground - This is the last project that will be funded from the remaining dollars of our bond proposal. With the planning, support, and generous contributions ofthe Maple Valley PTO to enhance the project and the efforts ofmany playground committee members, this playground should be under way late this spring. It will give Maplewood elementary students a great and exciting play­ ground facility. After this work at Maplewood, our bond proposal will be complete. We are very grateful for this support that has been given to Maple Valley Schools through this proposal. It has resulted in 32 new classrooms, the remodeling and carpeting of many existing elementary classrooms, expanded gym facilities, expanded and resurfaced parking areas, remodeled and upgraded kitchens and improved or new office areas. The Maple Valley Board of Education is pleased that this bond proposal accomplished all that was proposed and stayed within the budget that was allocated. The following projects are being funded from reserved funds and dollars that the district has received from the Durant lawsuit settlement: • Practice fields - The excavation, that you see being done for us, just to the west ofthe Jr./Sr. High School, is going to result in two practice fields. They will be used for football, soccer, marching band, gym classes, and other field activi­ ties. Prior to this, our only available varsity practice area was in the new track/Football stadium. This field was intended for league competitions. By the end of our fall sport seasons the turfon this competition area is all but destroyed and the sur­ face becomes dangerous for both practices and competitions. The area for these two new practice areas had previously been used by our FFA program for crops. The district has purchased a little over nine acres oflandjust to the east ofthe new football stadium on Mason Road. This space is being looked at as a temporary production site for our FFA pro­ gram. Eventually, at least a portion of this Mason Road site will become expanded parking for the sports complex and for other school events. • Bus Garage - We have finalized the bidding process for the new bus garage, and the board has authorized that the project proceed. Again the funding for this project does not include any dollars received through the bond proposal. This project will be paid in full without incurring any debt or interest by using Durant and reserved general fund dollars. The old bus garage has become unusable for some of the newer, larger, buses that we purchase. Its structure is an eye sore and is in need of costly repair. The construction of the new garage will be on the same site (across from Carl’s Supermarket). Upon the completion of the new garage, the old building will be removed. The removal of the old garage will then allow us to finish the final cleanup related to some existing contamination from an old underground storage tank that has been removed from this site. This new facility will provide two bays, for repairs, a wash bay, storage area for parts, and district supplies, restrooms and office areas for transporta­ tion and maintenance operations for the district. I hope that this information will help you see and under­ stand the changes and improvements that we are making in The Valley. It continues to be the commitment of Maple Valley Schools to give our communities the best in instruc­ tion, the best in service, and the quality facilities that will outwardly communicate the level ofpride that we have in our children and the level of importance that we place on their learning. Feel free to call our offices (852-9699) if you have any questions. Call 945-9554 anytime for ACTION-Ads! FROST HEATING & COOLING Correction: Kaylea Piercefield was inadvertently left off the Maplewood fourth grade AB honor roll published April 10. Quality, Value & Service Armstrong Free Estimates (616)374-7595 (517)852-9565 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 7 Preschoolers learn about fire safety O PHOTO Gsnter FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUSI We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NEHOURSERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... panoramic 4x7 Fire fighter Melissa Rowland crawls into the room in her fire gear, simulating a fire situation for the kids. APS Processing 4x6 by Shawna Hubbarth The Little Friends Play­ house in Vermontville toured the fire department last week and learned a great deal about fire safety. Sixteen children from the day care/preschool walked down to the de­ partment and were given a presentation by firefighter and EMT Melissa Row­ land. Rowland talked to the children about what to do if they wake up at night and there is a fire in their home. She told them to go by a window and scream loudly, so that they can be rescued. She also made sure all of the children had a sticker in their bedroom window that tells firefight­ ers where the kids' rooms are located. Rowland also left the kids waiting and reap­ peared in full fire gear, and air tank mask. A fire alarm was set off and kids were told to imagine they were in their room and there was a fire. "I wanted to get in my full gear so that the kids could see me and realize they don't have to be scared of me in that out­ fit... the air mask makes Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: wf V 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET Staff Writer INCLUDES INDEX PRINT acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives 5x8-$2.50 ||s $495 8x10 as low as Business Cards Ruyj®J ®JeTorder SelM Melissa Rowland breathes through her fire mask to show the kids how a fire fighter would sound if they were coming to rescue them from a fire. you breath like you are an astronaut, and that can sound scary to a child," she explained. Some kids hide in clos­ ets or under the bed when there is a fire, she said. "We just want them to be aware of the safest place to be in the case of a fire and what to do, so that in an emergency situ­ ation they can act to help themselves." Owner of the preschool/daycare Karen Woodman, said the pre­ sentation had a big impact on the children. "They learned a lot, about stop, drop and roll, where to go if there is a fire in their house and they are still talking about it," she said. ’ «a" , , « Same Day or Next Day Service I 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $ 4IQ w5 02 as low as 50 1-color DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON Second Set of Prints 35mm or APS Looking for Specialty Papers? 99* We have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures with original processing Offer good thru April 2001 NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings . 616.945.9105 Children from the Little Friends Playhouse patiently await the fire safety presentation at the fire department in Vermontville last week. OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 8 Vikings sneak past Lions in baseball Lakewood beat Barry County foe Maple Valley last Thursday in prep varsity baseball, 3-2. The second game was not official, as it was called after three and a half innings. Dustin Courtney won the Synopsis of Meeting Castleton Twp. Board Synopsis Castleton Township Board April 4, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Eight people were in atten­ dance from the public. Minutes were approved. Amended the budget. Treasurer’s report was accepted. Bills in the amount of 21,110.93 were approved for payment. Heard a presentation from Charlton Park. Appointed W. Shaughnessy and M. Nini to library board. Committee reports were given. Denied a Great Lakes Energy gas franchise resolution. Voted to purchase 38% chlo­ ride for dust control. Voted to approve road com­ mission's request for road grav­ first game for the Vikings with a two-run homerun in the eighth inning. Aaron Stahl accounted for the other Lakewood run with an RBI single. Offensively for the Lions, Jeff Rhoades went 2-for-3 and Ryan Goris was 2-for-4. Jeremy Dow was the winning pitcher in the first game. Chris Ripley threw a solid game, according to Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, for the Lions squad. el. Read a letter of resignation from L. Pixley from the transfer board. Voted to appoint P. Baker­ Smith to the transfer board for one year. Correspondence was dis­ cussed. There was no public com­ ment. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and keep informe. d* w on local & NOTICE Any resident who would be interested in serving on the Nashville Planning Commission should contact the Village office at 206 N. Main or call 852-9544. area news. Call us at Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 945-9554. 101 Suddenly, Price Is No Obstacle LT155 lawn Tractor 425 Lawn and Garden Tractor • 15-hp overhead-valve engine •20-hp V-Twin engine • Two-pedal automatic transmission • Two-pedal automatic transmission • 38- or 42-inch mower deck •54-inch mower deck • More than 9 attachments available * More than 27 attachments available GT235 Lown and Garden Tractor • 18-hp V-Twin engine • Two-pedal automatic transmission • 48-inch mower deck • More than 22 attachments available Racing Fans Get A Taste For The Race Through Tailgating (NAPS)—America’s oldest major soft drink is getting behind the wheel with the nation’s fastest growing sports craze for a combina­ tion that adds up to pure rac­ ing excitement. Dr Pepper is a big hit on the NASCAR Busch Series Grand National Division cir­ cuit. Not only does the com­ pany sponsor a car in the Busch Series, but the soft drink remains a popular favorite at tailgate parties— both as liquid refreshment and in flavorful recipes. NASCAR races are thrilling family spectacles that read­ ily lend themselves to tail­ gating. Packing up a cooler full of sandwiches, snacks, slaw and soda—or more adventurous fare—and head­ ing to the track with the fam­ ily in tow, it’s a great way to get in the mood for the thrill ofthe raceway. Not only does tailgating give people a chance to spend qual­ ity time with the family, but it also provides a way of meet­ ing fellow racing fans, espe­ cially when the food is good and the aroma fills the park­ ing lot. For example, this delectable dish was created by Randy Bray, executive chef at Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. Pit Crew Ka-Bobs Makes 8 servings 4 lbs. chicken or beef of choice, cut into 2-inch after use. Grill skewers to perfection. When tailgating, be sure to follow a few food safety guidelines to make sure a good time is had by all: • Make sure you have enough space in the cooler to keep all perishables—meat, dairy, anything made with mayonnaise—cold until they’re ready to be cooked and/or eaten. • Keep used dishes away from uncooked or uneaten food to prevent the spread of bacteria. • Where possible, use dis­ posable containers. Not only is this safer, but it can make cleanup a lot easier. • Stock up on non-alco­ holic beverages, such as Dr Pepper and Diet Dr Pepper, as a refreshing option, espe­ cially for designated drivers and children. Since 1997, Dr Pepper has demonstrated its commit­ ment to stock car racing, the fastest-growing spectator sport in America. NASCAR has enjoyed unprecedented growth, with a fan loyalty unmatched by any other pro­ fessional sport, lb add to that growth, three new tracks— Chicago, Kansas City and Kentucky (Cincinnati)—will be on the Busch Series sched­ ule, producing a total of 33 races for the 2001 season. Tb learn more, visit the Web site at www.drpepper.com. These succulent “kabobs” earn a checkered flag for their winning flavor. cubes 1 pineapple, cut into 1inch dice 2 large red peppers, cut into 1 Vi-inch dice 2 large green peppers, cut into 1 Vi-inch dice 1 large onion, cut into 1 Vi-inch dice 2 yellow squash, cut into Vi-inch crescents 1 pint of mushrooms, whole, washed Marinade: 2 cans (12 oz. each) Dr Pepper 2 cups teriyaki sauce 1 cup pineapple juice Vi cup honey 4 garlic cloves, minced Vi cup water 1 tsp. black pepper 1 tsp. thyme Skewer vegetables and meat. Combine marinade ingredients. Allow skew­ ers to marinate for at least 1 hour, more for additional flavor. Discard marinade Commission on Aging menu, schedule of events Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, April 18 Lasagna, Italian vegeta­ bles, wax beans, diced peaches. Thursday, April 19 Bean soup with ham, saltine crackers, peas and carrots, toss salad, cinnamon applesauce. Friday, April 20 Seafood casserole, chopped spinach, yellow squash, cake. Monday, April 23 Hamburger, bakery bun, pork and beans, California vegetables, lemon bar. Tuesday, April 24 Scalloped potatoes w/ham, peas, dinner roll, mandarin oranges. Lite Meals Wednesday, April 18 Chicken thigh, cole slaw, pork and beans, dinner roll. Thursday, April 19 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, muffin, peaches. Friday, April 20 Hard boiled eggs, garban­ zo bean salad,, w.w. crackers, mixed fruit. Monday, April 23 Ham and pasta salad, Harvard beets, diced pears. Tuesday, April 24 Roast beef w/cheese, w.w. bread, carrot raisin salad, applesauce. Events Wednesday, April 18 Hastings, nails, crafts, line dance; Nashville, blood pressure day; Woodland, puzzles; Delton, creditors, 11:30. Thursday, April 19 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim. Friday, April 20 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, open house; Woodland, Hospice, 11:30. Monday, April 23 Hastings, line dancing; Nashville, Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, Red Cross, 11:30. Tuesday, April 24 Hastings, reading; Nashville, puzzle day. VERMONTVILLE NOTICE Last day for brush & leaf pickup will be Tuesday. 4/24/01. Leaves and brush MUST be separated 104 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: We’ve temporarily lowered our financing rate and taken dollars off our prices too. The only obstacle you might have? Getting over to your John Deere dealer's store today (these offers are only good until July 4,2001). Don't let anything stand in the way of you and a new tractor. www.JohnDeere.com Nothing Runs Like A Deere’ Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 • OPEN SATURDAYS UNTIL 3 PM! •FREE INSTALLATION OFATTACHMENTS WHEN PURCHASED WITH NEW OR USED L&G TRACTOR All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS Any Village residents who will be doing improvements on their property are asked to contact the Village Zoning Administrator, Dennis Mapes at 852-9472, before you start your projects. Some improvements will need the Zoning Administrator's approval before they can be done. Dennis Mapes Zoning Administrator I ’Offers end July 4,2001. Prices, savings and models may vary by de alar. S7O1KEO5 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 9 >< < Kids seek out Easter Eggs in Putnam Park ll •S *> >■»SS*i*i >»Si • *‘titil.l ^C««& & Sk as ss js Si! S lSiiw ^iiwfC‘•ss S sto ..Js$ Sst$$t>t J$t After opening the eggs, the children turned them in for prizes. Here Michaela Johnson and brother Beau show their goodies they will take home. The egg hunt was put on by Grace Community Church this past Saturday. Over cast weather did little to dampen the spirits of the kids as they scramble scramble for eggs on the ground at the Easter egg hunt in Putnam Park Saturday. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2", 5” Well Drilling & Repair Rage Sheldon, with father Ed holds his basket of eggs collected at the Easter egg hunt in Putnam Park, sponsored by the Grace Community Church. ^Js*. ‘-“is? Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville e^on Lubricants «Jii ii "' M^J Uffl®1 W®;Wk Spring special 2001 Mw» „ Mich- Lie. #23-1748 Ml *Hp pj* H 1^ ^111 ftta,u |ty tyi 1) • I in 4 ta bt int HW!» !« ijlM^ ;4|dl'WMI* iokb Wj^l*’ MtUW * Check These Specials... S229M XD-3 Extra 15w-40 I < 25 $2m1 7 XD-3 15W-40 Hydraul 56 fcotfa * $26 per drum 5-gal. pail $227 5, M 5d00 Tractor Hydraulic Fluid Humble Hydraulic Oil $9-2 5 per drum ■ iso 32-46-68 Ronex Extra Duty 2 Stephanie Bumford hugs the Easter bunny (Nichole Ranshaw) at the egg hunt this past Saturday. all945-9554forMaple (alley News ACTION-Msl 5-gal. pail ^2O°°sper drum Ronex Extra Duty Moly 2 IM# Aw .... $15’1 The Red “Tacky Stuff” . Lidok EP 2 GX Gear Oil sow-go & ssw-i4o $2951 Delivery included (within service area). Minimum quantities will be imposed for free delivery. ‘Prices are listed as cash prices without any applicable taxes per pail $94 p keg per Prices Good March 26th - May 11,2001 Zee Line 381 Drum Pump 1 Now Only • Perfect for light oils, ATF, or Kerosene. • Threads into 2” opening for 15 to 55 gallon drums. With Drum Purchase1 ► D/S PRODUCTS AVAILABLE Regular Price $30.00 ' Con. D/S 218 Soybeans #1 MSU W.M. Trials, Food Grade Tofu; D/S 215 R.R., 2.1 Mat. #1MSU W.M. Trials, New Product; D/S 241 R.R. & D/S 293 R.R. available. Also New Hybrid #400 & 2000 Alfalfas and D/S Magnum III, IV & V & Forecast—D/S Com & all D/S Products; STINE Corn & Soys R.R. & Conventional NOTE: All Soybeans 90%+ Germination yr iF Marvin Cook, Mulliken 517-649-8988 ‘Coupon must be completed to be eligible for the pump special and the FREE HAT. • Discharge spout has garden hose threads. • Dispenses 1 pint per stroke. • Do not use for chemicals, gas, or water based products. • Non-drip attachment available for $3.25 extra. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. E^ON 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone (517) 852-9210 1 (800) 638-7484 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 10 Pitching propels Saxons past Lions Some prep softball teams feel fortunate to have one solid starting pitcher. Others may be pleased to have two who can throw strikes consistently from the pitching mound. But coach Marty Buehler and his Hastings High School squad has three hurlers who are all capable of getting the job done. "It's a huge luxury to have three pitchers," Buehler said. Two of Hastings' pitchers helped the team to sweep a doubleheader versus area foe Maple Valley last Tuesday afternoon at Hastings High. Sophomore Abbie Allerding, who tends to throw the "tricky" stuff, pitched in the first game, helping her team post a 13­ 11 victory. A second sophomore, Amber Thomas, tossed a one-hitter and fanned nine Lions, en route to a 9-0 triumph in the nightcap. Thomas tends to throw the "smoke," as her coach explains. "One sophomore pitched real well and the second sophomore threw a shutout," Buehler said. "We had good pitching and a very good team effort." Pitching may be a plus for the softball Saxons, but the bats can also do some damage. In the first game against Maple Valley, Hastings collected 12 hits and scored four runs each in the first and third innings. Tiffany Howell had two singles and drove in two runs, Heather Krebs had two singles and two RBI, Abbie Allerding had two singles, Kailey Lyons two RBI and Missy Hutchings had a twobase rap. Allerding allowed five earned runs, struck out nine and walked three to earn the mound win. For Maple Valley in the opener, Jenny Mansfield had two hits, including a double and two RBI, Amber Newton had two hits, Jenny Mansfield fires one toward the plate during the first game of the doubleheader versus Hastings. “Wra. A Lions baserunner comes around to score during Game 1 versus the Saxons. Subscribe TODAY to The Hastings BANNER Call 945-9554 including a double and two RBI, Jamie Jones had two hits including a double and two RBI, Bethany Swift had a single and two stolen bases, Jessie Grant had a single, Nicole McMillon had a single and an RBI and Lisa McElroy had two hits including a double and two RBI. In total, the Lions banged out 11 hits. McMillon pitched and pitched well, striking out eight and allowing eight hits. McElroy's single in the second inning was Maple Valley's lone hit in the 9-0 loss in the second game. Thomas allowed just three Lions to reach base in the seven-inning contest. Offensively, Heather Krebs went 3-for-4 with two doubles, Missy Hutchings had two hits and Tiffany Howell drove in two runs. Other highlights for the Lions included two walks and a stolen base by Jessie Grant and seven strikeouts by Nicole McMillon. If You Insist On Paying More For Less Tractor, Our Competitors Will Be Happy To Take Your Money. Coach Duska Brumm keeps tabs on the score­ book. 1438GS Lawn Tractor • Built by John Deere * Full-length, welded-steel frame for durability • 14.5-hp overhead-valve engine * Cast-iron front axle • 5-speed, shift-on-the-go transmission * Cup holder •38-inch mower deck, stamped from 12-gauge steel for strength Ohlys'! EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Now you don't have to spend more to get more. In fact, with Sabre® 459 you get tremendously tough tractors at fabulously competitive prices. Just compare the specs in the chart below. In most cases, OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP there's really no comparison at all. So how can we offer so much for SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS so little? Let's just say 164 years of manufacturing experience has • Residential • Commercial • Farm something to do with it. Sabre offers a lot of tractor for Lawn Tractors Horsepower/ Cutting Haight Rear Tire Diameter Turning Radius List Price* Transmission Cutting Width Sabre 1438GS 14.5/Gear 38 in. 1-4 in. 20 in. 18 in. $1,459 11 in all. See your dealer for a Cub 2146 14/Automatic 38 in. 2-4 in. 20 in. 26.5 in. $2,999 14.5- to 25-hp Sabre tractor today. Simplicity 14.5/Gear 38 in. 1.5-3.9 in. 18 in. 14 in. $1,699 12/Gear 32 in. N/A 16 in. 20 in. $1,699 Express 14.56 Toro 71199 12-32XL the money. And a lot of choices -­ Baseball, from page 12 wwwJohnDeere.com Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 John Deere www.deere.com For the most part, Hastings' hurlers were able to contain the Maple Valley bats in the two games at Hastings High School. 945-9526 OPEN SATURDAYS UNTIL 3 PM! FREE INSTALLATION OFATTACHMENTS WHEN PURCHASED WITH NEW OR USED L&G TRACTOR 'Manufacturer’s suggested fist prices in U.S. dollars. Prices may vary by dealer. (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.) Saxons despite suffering the defeat. Maple Valley scored four runs in the first, two in the second, one in the third, two in the fourth and one in the sixth to take the nightcap going away. Hastings registered one run each in the third, fourth and fifth innings. The game was called in the sixth inning because of darkness. Four hitters went 2-for-4 for the Lions, Ryan Goris, Mike Hirneiss, Jeff Rhoades and Travis Kersjes. For the Saxons' offense in Game 2, Dave Wright had two hits, Jeremy Shilling had a hit and scored a run and Dave Wilson had two hits, including a double. Mike Hamilton notched the mound win, while Jake Vanderhoff suffered the loss. We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 �Looking For a PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one of our Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! Letterheads • Folders Business Cards • Books Annual Reports • Stickers Brochures • invitations Flyers • Labels posters • Tags Political Signs • Envelopes Rubber stamps • Tickets Business Forms • Balloons Newsletters • Calendars Computer Forms • Catalogs 1 -HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the BARN! Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. -------------------------------------- / Hour or Next Day Processing------------------------------------------ • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fit 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00.p.m. Barry County's most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 FOX (517) 543-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 17, 2001 - Page 12 Baseball Lions sweep Saxons in twinbill HASTINGS — Maple Valley swept a varsity baseball doubleheader against Barry County foe Hastings last Tuesday at Hastings High School, using different routes and means to achieve its victories. In the first game, a threehitter by. Maple Valldy hurler Darin Thrun and a number of Hastings' miscues (some which resulted in five unearned runs scored by Maple Valley during the third inning) resulted in a 7-5 Lions' triumph. A nine-hit Maple Valley hitting attack, which accounted for the visitors scoring runs in five of the six innings, resulted in a 10-3 Valley win in the nightcap. "I feel in the first game, Ryan Goris comes around to score for Maple Valley in the second game of the twin bill. Pitcher Mke Hamilton earned the mound win during last Tuesday’s sec­ ond baseball battle. we hurt ourselves more than anything else," Hastings coach Jason Hoefler, a former Maple Valley player, said. "In the second game, they just came out and beat us. Maple Valley has a very good team." Maple Valley collected 10 hits in the first game, but its five unearned runs in the third inning proved to be the deciding factor. "The third inning killed us," Hoefler said.."We made too many errors." Thirdbaseman Jeff Rhoades stands readyto make a play at the hot cor­ ner. Hoefler went on to say that in the first three games, his Saxons are averaging about five errors per game. "We need to make better decisions and work harder in practice," Hoefler said. Jeremy Wiser's double in the third proved to be a big hit and later he came around to score another of the Lions' runs. Wiser finished the game going 3-for-3. Thirdbaseman Jeff Rhoades also helped at the plate, going 2-for-4. Another big hitter for Valley proved to be Travis Kersjes, who smacked a home run and had a twobase rap. Hastings tallied two runs in the fifth and two runs in the sixth. Jeremy Shilling (double) and Leland Jennings both collected hits and scored runs for the home squad. Thrun's outing included 10 strikeouts. Adam Riel had a solid pitching performance for the See basbeall, pg. 10 Whole 1 Sirloin Steak ■a Strip Strip Steaks Call for cutting instructions before 5 pm Cut & Trimmed in Meat Case '/i- Roast gSSSS3SSS3SSSSSSSSSSSSS SS3SSS3SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS£SS3S£SSSSSSSSS£SSSSS£SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS£SSSSSSSS£SSSS (I Can't Believe It s Not f — Cool Whip Tubs Bareman’s Milk Bareman’s 8 oz. Yogurt MU'*1 6 oz. Starkist Tuna 49! ea. Star?'Kfet. 59‘. JeH’O Instant FritoLay Pudding9 Liver & Chicken Meow Mix Pepsi plus deposit Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 ^e* SPnng 4 Summer Store Hours: M‘F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Nooh-6:00 • Prices good thru Saturday/ Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt gives one of his Lions some advice during last Tuesday's doubleheader at Hastings. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-04-22.pdf 713a3a78e0bce8b30ac5838e1cd67fae PDF Text Text r Camille Wieland * Alternate L Jessica Ripley • Previews ofEvents rj * Festival History g • Art ofMaking Syrup | People Behind the Festival | jJgtiiaveiiwwam ’ 11< >n«;li AM �2 - Lansing Community Newspapers April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition 61st annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival schedule 12:30 p.m. — Freedom Band Friday, April 27 6:30 p.m. — Official Opening; greetings, invocation and introductions Talent Show — The official opening of the festival is the Talent Show to be held on the stage downtown with Don Rasey (726-1077) as chairman. Talent Show winners appear on the Sunday Program. Friday Night Special beginning at 4 p.m. — Crown Amusements; pay one price — $10 to ride all the rides as many times as you would like. 9 to 11 p.m. — Teen Dance at the Opera House 2 p.m. — Grand Parade • Parade Theme: “The Mystery and Magic of Maple Syrup” • Parade Chairman: Russell & Bonnie Laverty • Grand Marshals: Leo & Mary Malcuit 3: 15 p.m. to 4 p.m. — Dutch Dancers 4 p.m. — Katy Did Cloggers 4: 45 p.m. — Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull Sunday, April 29 4 to 8 p.m. — American Legion/Nashville Lions serve pancakes at the Legion Hall 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Pancakes, American Legion/ Nashville Lions Saturday, April 28 Starting at 11 a.m. — Bar-B-Que Chicken, Lions Club 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Pancakes, Band Boosters Welcome by Douglas Kelsey, monies for the Weekend Master of Cere­ 7 a.m. — Pancakes served by the American Legion/ Nashville Lions 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. — Pancakes served by Band Boosters 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. — Arts & Crafts, Maplewood School 9: 30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. — Maple Valley Jazz Band directed by Dennis Vanderhoeff 10: 15 a.m. to 11 a.m. — Ionia-Maple Valley Com­ munity Band, directed by Andrew Mac Farland 11 a.m. — Children’s Parade: Theme ‘The Magic Power of Books Comes to the Maple Syrup Festival” • Chairmen: Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Fisher • Presentation of Queen and Court • Queen; Camille Wieland • Alternate: Jessica Ripley • Crowning of 2001 Queen by 2000 • Queen: Carissa Keasler • Presentation of 2001 Honored Citizens • Leo & Mary Malcuit 11:45 a.m. —- Maple Valley High School Choir Noon — Glen Erin Bagpipe Band 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Arts & Crafts, Maplewood School 11 a.m. — Church Services: • Methodist Church (Rev. Jeff Bowman), 108 N. Main, Vermontville • Congregational Church ( Rev. Eric Lison), 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 St. — In case of rain, at the Maple Valley High School on Nashville Hwy. Noon — Special, six hours of rides for $12 Noon to 1:30 p.m. — Blind Ambition Band 1:30 p.m. — Introduce Queen & Court Arm Wrestling — Chairman: Greg Hoefler; spon­ sored by MC Auto Repair & Towing Talent Winners, Egg Toss, Other Games — Chairman: Merle Martin MASTER OF CEREMONIES — Russ Laverty served as M.C. and organizer for last year's Grand Parade. Mulberry FOREX GOLF COURSE Welcome To All Our Friends, Neighbors & Clients, We Wish You A Very Successful Located on the north edge of Nashville on M-66 995 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 (517) 852-0760 • 18 Competitive Holes • Complete Pro Shop Open Year Round • Scrambles Every Wed., Fri., & Sun. Maple Syrup Festival! • Morning & Evening Specials • Senior Citizen Discounts MAPLE VALLEY REAL ESTATE 227 N. Main St., Nashville t=t • 2 For 1 Specials 852-1951/852-1915 Homer Winegar (GRI) Broker Tournaments MEMBERS OF THE BARRY-EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE • Leagues Little Friends Playhouse Congregational Church of Vermontville will be serving Hot Roast Beef Sandwich Daycare Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays Adults..................................................... $6.00 Children under 12.................................$3.00 TAKE OUT ( No Pie Or Slaw)............ $4.00 Pie and Beverage Only....................... $2.00 BBQ On a Bun, Cole Slaw, Beverage.$4.00 9:00-11:00 a.m. - 5 Year Olds 9:00-11:00 a.m. 2 /2-31/2 Year Olds BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER Tuesday & Thursday Saturday, April 28, 2001 erving from 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. SPECIALS Festival Hours: 61st Annual Maple Syrup Festival Vermontville, Michigan Stop In During The Festival For Great Homemade Home Cookin’! Preschool with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Cole Slaw, Homemade Pie and Beverage 2000 Allstate Insurance Company, Northbrook, Illinois. Located behind the First Congregational Church 10S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-1533 6 a.m.-9 p.m. W” Clay's Dinner Bell 113 N. Main, Nashville • 852-9700 �April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers - 3 Mystery and magic of maple syrup willbe on parade By LACEY RIPLEY Each year, the Grand Parade Committee asks the community to take part in the naming of the festival. This year’s theme is “Mys­ tery and Magic of Maple Syrup.” The Little Friends Playhouse Daycare of Ver­ montville choose this year’s theme. This year’s 2001 honored citizens are Leo and Mary Malcuit. They are lifetime residents of this area. Both Leo and Mary were active members of the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Fes­ tival Corporation for over 40 years. Bonnie and Russ Laver­ ty are co-chairmen of the parade, and they have invited many special guests to join in the parade. These special guests include the Glen Erin Pipe Band and the Shriners, among others.. The Shriners Car Club from Battle Creek, along with their Mini T’s, will be seen driving through the parade. The Shriners are sure to return year after year. This is possible thanks to many surround­ ing businesses. All the money the car club collects helps to support crippled children in Shriner’s Hospi­ years to carry banners. tals. Be sine to check out the Other special guests parade brochures made by returning are the Tulip Bonnie and Russ Laverty. Time Dancers. They have The flyers will be passed been unable to attend the out before the parade and last two years. There will be include information on each a dance performed by the participant in the parade Tulip Time Dancers follow­ and a list of local business­ ing the parade in front of es that made the parade the Grand Stand. possible. Nearly 40 children from The Lavertys welcome the Vermontville and any suggestions or ques­ Nashville areas take part tions about the parade. If in the parade by carrying anyone is interested in tak­ banners. Local businesses ing part in the parade, or donate money each year to wants information for next make the parade possible. year’s parade, contact Bon­ Some children have even nie or Russ Laverty at 726­ returned four and five 1115. Vermontville Lions Club will sell chicken By MAI CHI NGUYEN There will be some men cooking in the wagon in front of Kenyon’s Sale and Serve on Saturday and Sunday of the Festival. They are members of the Vermontville Lions Club, and these men may be really familiar to many people in Nashville and Ver­ montville. The Lions are going to serve Sat­ urday from 11 a.m. to 4 or 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon until the chickens are gone. They will sell half chickens, potatoes, rolls, butter, dessert, and pop. The number of chicken and the price is still unknown. The club’s members are going to decide based on the price of the chicken and other food. However, Bill Mason said” Nor­ mally, we often buy about 1,000 chickens and the price may be the same as last year.” They also sell food and drinks in a concession stand near Maplewood Elementary School. This will include hot dogs, rolls, donuts, and other things as well as drinks, too. The money from the sales will go for many things — scholarships for the local students, donations for the Leader Dog program, and to help buy glasses for poor people. In existence since 1942, the Vermontville Lions Club has a long history which is writ­ ten in the historical club paper. Now, with 21 members in the club, they often decide everything together in a meeting twice a month on the second and fourth Tuesdays. They are often busy with many programs such as the summer exchange student pro­ grams, guest speakers visiting and historical talks. With more than 50 years club experience and more than a 20-yearold tradition in doing the chicken din­ ner, all the members in Vermontville Lions Club are trying to keep the tra­ dition going and to develop new things for the community. How the Maple Syrup Festival is organized today By PAUL FELDER Over the years, the way the Syrup Festival has been organized has changed. Today, the festival is organized by different committees which have meetings over the year, during which different members ofthe association bring up ideas that would help out the Syrup Festi­ val. The association raises money by selling member­ ships to the association, by getting different sponsors, and through the different concessions at the festival. For the food and rides, the corporation goes through PUGH amuse­ ment (formally known as Crown) which supplies all the food and rides, except for the food booths headed by local people. MINI T’S — Members of the Shriners Car Club from Bat­ tle Creek and their Mini T’s are shown parading through town during last year’s Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Grand Parade. Teen dance set for opera house By ANDREW KROLIK There have been teen dances for the past few years during the Maple Syrup Festival. This year, the dance will be held at the Vermontville Opera House across from the fire barn as in previous years. The night ofthe dance will be Friday starting at 9 p.m., ending at 11 p.m. The cost ofthis year’s dance is not known, but most likely it will cost around $2. Tommy Patrick, a teen from Ver­ montville, says that the DJ plays a variety ofmusic from rap to country and everything in between, and that it is a fun time. Ifyou are a teen and you are looking for a place to dance, then boogie on down to the Opera House on Fri­ day night offestival weekend. Barry County's Appliance & Big Screen TV Headquarters! 46" - 61 l\EWHOLLAI\D With plenty ofengine torque reserve, durable transmissions FREE & strong heavy-duty axle assemblies, thesepowerful models willperform under the mad grueling conditions. They 're a Boomer through and through. DELIVERY AND SET UP • Extreme power - Models w/ 35 to 45 gross horsepower let you handle biggerj obs w/ ease. • Extreme versatility - Mowing, tilling, loaded, digging, scraping...you name it, & these new Boomer tractors can do it, & do it taster and better. Itc/I • Extreme comfort- Best-in-class visibility, easytohandle controls and the uncluttered Comfort RCA & d We Carry A Full Line of Plus™ deck del i\ er maximum comfort. • Extreme maneuverability - SupeiSteer™ FWD axle reduces turnaround up to 50% • Extreme service access - Flipup hood makes service ample. New Holland & Williams Have Teamed Up To bring you exceptional values on compact tractors. Shop in the comfort of our indoor showroom. Digital Satelite System Sharper Picture. Clearer Sound. Greater Choice. OFFER EXTENDED THRU APRIL 2001 CALORIC Gibson MAYTAG SHARP • Laser Disc Quality Picturet3|Capability • Compact Disc Quality Sound131 • Over 175 Channels of Exciting Programming141 SPEED QUEEN APPLIANCES (Programming Sold Separately) System Prices Start At s-14999 Professional Installation Available We Also Carry: FISHER HITACHI PIONEER RCA-SONY TOSHIBA ZENITH APR 12 mo. 0% 1.9% APR 24 3.9% APR 36 5.9% APR 48 6.75% APR 60 7.9% APR 72 8.9% mo. mo. mo. mo. mo. APR 84 mo. FROM WILLIAMS' ALL NEW PRICING Eaton County's #1 Compact Dealer # *1 in Selection #*I in Price # 1 in Service # 1 in Manufacture Warranty for 3 Years • Free Delivery In Eaton County • We Need Those Ugly Trades We Will Beat Any Competitors Prices On Comparable Products in Eaton County • Eaton County's Largest Compact Tractor Dealer ilf\| I|f !I VA^I^I Qw““ & APPLIANCES 30 W. State St.^^ FROM NEW HOLLAND FINANCING • Hastings, Ml 49058 (616) 945-4284 WILLIAMS’ FARM MACHINERY INC. 1115 Lansing St., Charlotte, Ml • 517-543-4770 www.williams-farm.com �4 - April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers Wieland is MS queen; Ripley named alternate By DEB M. DUDEK Lansing Community Newspapers VERMONTVILLE — The 2001-02 Maple Valley Syrup Queen Camille Wieland and Alternate Jessica Ripley will be crowned during the 61st annual syrup festival on Saturday, April 28. The decision for the maple syrup queen and the alternate are made by fourjudges approved of by the Maple Syrup commit­ tee. Contestants are given points during a question-and-answer period. The one with the most points wins the title of queen, and the second highest is announced as the alternate. The queen and the alternate must be juniors, and are obligated to attend 10 events during their reign. Wieland is the daughter of Doug Wieland of Bellevue, and Laurie and Tim Ruhstorser of Vermontville. She has an older sister, Hannah, a younger sister Muriel, and two younger brothers, Zeke and Jed. Wieland said she remembers seeing her first syrup festival at age 6, and want­ ing to be the Maple Valley Syrup Queen. Her mother was incredibly excited with Wieland’s decisions to join the syrup queen competition. When the judging night arrived, Wieland said she a bit nervous. After the name announcements, Wieland joined Ripley in phoning friends and relatives excitedly with the judges’ decision. Wieland’s biggest ambition as Maple Valley Syrup Queen is “Raising awareness for different communities who have no idea about our little town, and our syrup festival.” She said the event she is most looking forward to, is the syrup parade through her hometown of Vermontville. Her duties as syrup queen come in addition to Wieland’s participation in the Vermontville track team, National Honor Society, honors choir, and the jazz, march­ ing and concert bands. She said she plans on attending a music competition with the high school band program in Myrtle Beach, S.C., later this year. “I have a busy summer coming up,” Wieland said, as she has agreed to attend Aowaykiya Camp on Stony Lake in Shel­ by, Mich., as a junior counselor to chil­ dren. Wieland has attended the camp off and on since fourth grade. Wieland plans to attend Cedarville University in Ohio to study chemical engi­ neering. Ripley is the daughter of Kris Ripley of Charlotte and Charlene O’Rourke of Ver­ montville. She has a younger brother, Jack, who attends Charlotte Public Schools. When not performing her duties as Maple Valley Syrup Queen alternate, Rip­ ley is a member of the Vermontville High School track and basketball teams. Ripley said her interest in becoming the royal syrup representative stretches SYRUP ROYALTY — Jessica Ripley (left) is the alternate queen, and Camille Wieland back to her childhood, when she was in awe of seeing the syrup queen at the is the Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen for 2001 -2002. parades and Vermontville festivals. Her mother, Ripley noted, had been a member Ripley said she might not have thought in a positive fashion, especially in the eyes ofthe Maple Valley Syrup court. of herself as a role model before, but she ofher younger brother, Jack. “I want him to look at me and say, ‘I Ripley said she was nervous at the has no choice but to be one now. prospect of speaking at public appear­ Now that she will be meeting scores of want to do something with my life,’” Rip­ ances, but her fear has dissipated since children, Ripley said she understands that ley said. Ripley plans to attend Saginaw Valley her position as a syrup queen will influ­ becoming a member ofthe syrup court. “I can talk more freely to people,” Rip­ ence young people, and she hopes to do so College and study accounting or business. ley said. During her year of service as a syrup queen, Ripley said she is looking forward to the parades and festivals, but wants to connect with people at children’s hospitals and nursing homes as well. Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. 1000 REYNOLDS RD., CHARLOTTE, MI 48813 PHONE 517-543-6400 • FAX 517-543-7728 My Family & I Thank You For Your Business And Hope You Have A Great Time At The Festival! Thinking ofSelling or Buying a Home? Camille Wieland and her court! Call COLDUieiX BANKSRB UNITED to our Queen JEFF WEILER ...LIFELONG MAPLEVALLEY RESIDENT,.. CHARLOTTE ASSOC. INC., REALTORS ifei An Independently Owned and Operated Member of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. 517-543-5483 Bus. 543-5677 EXT. 18 24 HR. Voice Mail 726-0877 Residence M 6? p,nsy'a'*p p,nsy'a'* > > Mag'iova' Stanton'SI fMUCTlOH€€RS G lOlTORSMF 144 S. Main St., Vermontville ) (517) 726-0181 | �Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition April 22 2001 Lansing Community Newspapers - 5 Village of Vermontville has long and unique history By CASSAUNDRA HAGER In Eaton County, there is a village named Vermontville, located near the heart of Vermontville Highway and Ionia Road. The village of Vermontville used to be known as the town of Vermontville up until 1871, when the town became a village. Vermontville is a small agricultural community that is supported by local busi­ nesses. The original village ofVermontville was settled by Reverend Sylvester Cochrane from Poultney, Vermont. The town was actually organized a year later in 1837, and its first supervisor was Oren Dickenson. The first post office in Vermontville did not come to town until 1840. The first church was built 19 years after the acade­ my was built. The first blocks ofthe church were laid in 1862. The church was built in another location, and then in 1877, the Methodist church was moved to its location where it still stands to this day. After being newly renovated, the church was rededicat­ ed on Jan. 8,1878. Among other popular landmarks in Ver­ montville, there is the Opera House and the old academy. The academy has been used not only as a school, but as a chapel, and now serves as the Vermontville Histor­ ical Museum. The academy is a 30’ by 40’ building with an white clapboard siding. The First Congregational Church owns the academy, but in certain terms, it belongs to the community. In 1847, the first bell was purchased. The bell was used for alerting the towns­ people ofimportant events or situations for worship summoning, and for getting stu­ dents to classes. In 1966, the Vermontville Historical Society received permission to use the academy/ chapel as a museum. On June 7 1970, the First Congregational Chinch received a bronze plaque from the Historical Commission of Michigan. Short­ ly after this, the church was registered as a historical site. The first floor of the acade­ my was once used to store goods that were brought from Battle Creek, Marshall and Bellevue. The Historic Opera House in Ver­ montville was built in 1898, and has had many face lifts in its history — not only on the inside, but on the outside as well. The upkeep ofthe land mark has helped to pre­ serve a major piece ofVermontville’s histo­ ry. The opera house is currently home to the Revue; it is the village’s community center and is used for dances, receptions, and other special occasions that take place within the village. The lower part of the opera house is also the home of Ver­ montville’s public library. There are many other things that can be seen around Vermontville — not to men­ tion the many old Victorian-style homes that can be found around the village. History of Maple Manor dates back to ‘60s By PAUL FELDER The Maple Manor build­ ing was established in the 1960s for the purpose of making maple syrup for the town ofVermontville. The different producers all got together to build the manor for boiling and as a central meeting place. It was first used by the dif­ ferent gathering associa­ tions, but now the work of gathering and boiling are combined for everyone and all the workers are volun­ teers. The building is open to the general public on Syrup Festival weekend so more people can come and watch how syrup is made from the sap of a maple tree. They have updated the manor since it was built, both on the inside and out­ side. On the inside, they have added a lot of new items for syrup produc­ for the production of syrup tion, and on the outside, for the town and for meet­ they have made the build­ ings by the Vermontville ing more presentable. They Syrup Association, “added have also added an extra Peabody. storage bam to help in the “In the sales room, collecting and storing of where you can buy the the sap. fresh made syrup, is a “ They have everything viewing room where any­ that is needed to produce one can come in and watch syrup, all of the necessary just how the syrup is made equipment and more,” com­ and what different tools mented Hildred Peabody, are used to produce the ofVermontville. best syrup they can,” stat­ “ It is now mainly used ed Peabody. Malcuits named honored citizens for 2001 By CASSAUNDRA HAGER The “Honored Citizens” of this year’s syrup festival are Leo and Mary Malcuit. They were asked to be the honored citizens by the Maple Syrup Corporation. The honored citizens are people who have con­ tributed greatly to the syrup festival in some way. Leo Malcuit graduated in 1943 from Vermontville High School. After graduat­ ing from high school, Leo went into the United States Army, where he served a couple of years. After Leo served his two years in the United States Army, he began working at Reo Motors. Leo and Mary live just east of Vermontville, about four miles out of town in a farm house. They began making maple syrup and then joined the Syrup Asso­ ciation. After being mem­ bers of the Syrup Associa­ tion for 40 years and pro­ ducing a great amount of maple syrup, Leo and Mary decided it was time to retire from both the syrup making and the Syrup Association. Mr. Malcuit has also been involved in the com­ munity, serving as supervi­ sor of Chester township for four years and being on the Vermontville school board for four years also. Leo and Mary have two sons, Mark, and Joel. Their son Mark and daughter-in­ law Tracy have four chil­ dren. Leo and Mary thought it Expert Groundskeeper If it’s your job to keep the place looking great, Boomer™ is for you. Boomer compact tractors set the standard for efficiency, maneuverability and versatility. They tackle jobs from mowing to loading to blowing snow—fast Cut the steering wheel on a Boomer with the optional SuperSteerIM FWD axle, and you get the tightest turnaround to zip easily around obstacles. And the Sensitrak™ clutch smoothly engages FWr only when needed, to protect invaluable turf. Models range from 18.5 to 45 horsepower. Choose your Boomer today! hfWHOLLAAD was too late to be named as honored citizens for the Maple Syrup Festival. They were greatly surprised when they were asked to be the honored citizens of the 2001 Vermontville Syrup Festival. They are greatly honored and think it’s very nice to be remembered. SKIMMING — Volunteer Steve Hayes of Vermontville skims foam and impurities from sap. He is shown at Maple Manor, which is open to the general public on Syrup Festi­ val weekend. A FULL-SERVICE INDEPENDENT PHARMACY Serving Hastings fi Barry County osley B• PHARMACY* {mTCWHOUAW IWCREDfT SOUTH JEFFERSON STREET, DOWNTOWN HASTINGS Store Hours: Monday thru Friday 9 to 8 Saturday 9 to 5:30, Sundays & Holidays 10 to 2 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman St., Nashville, Ml 517-852-1910 616-345-3429 1-800-831-7597 FAX 616-945-0050 �6 - April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers Wilson’s maple syrup production a60-year tradition By C. GATEWOOD Making maple syrup has been a 60-year tradition for the Earl Wilson family ofNashville, Michigan. Mrs. Lorna Wilson’s great grandfather, Phillip Garlinger, began making maple syrup nearly 60 years ago. Her grandfather, Roy Garlinger, and father, Seylon Garlinger, continued the family tradition, so she believes there is a great deal of family history involved in their business. “Our son and his family are interested, and we are hop­ ing that they are going to like it and continue as we have,” she stated. “Some of my favorite memories of syrup making are of spending time in the woods with my grandfather Roy GarJin ger,” Loma commented. “He had a memory like an elephant; he knew every tree and where to tap it to get the best flow. He taught me about trees, flowers, and nature. nature.” Mrs. Wilson also remembers an occasion when she and her grandfather were in the woods gathering sap. Grandpa Garlinger heard a clicking or clacking sound. After looking around, he discovered a baby owl that had fallen from its nest. The mother owl had abandoned the bird, so Loma and her grandfather carried it back to the house and raised it on the front porch. As it grew, they built a cage for it and taught it to hunt for food. They eventually released it back into the wild. “For years after we released it, whenever we were in the woods making syrup, that owl always let us know that she was there,” Lorna said. In addition to the fond memories and family history, Mrs. Wilson claims that one of the best parts of the busi­ ness is educating the public about maple syrup. “Many people think that maple syrup is just for pan­ cakes,” she said. “What they don’t know is that you can cook with it and bake with it; maple syrup is particularly delicious when served warm over vanilla ice cream.” She also added that even though syrup may mold ifleft out of the refrigerator for length oftime, it will not spoil the product. If mold should occur, the consumer should boil the syrup and skim the mold offwhich will return it to a usable syrup. In a good year, Wilson said that one tree will produce about one quart of syrup. As the season progresses, the sugar content of the sap goes down. When it gets below two percent, it is not even worth boiling, stated Wilson. Each spring, the actual syrup season itself “lasts any­ where from one week to six weeks depending upon Moth­ er Nature,” Wilson said. In the past, many producers boiled their sap right at TRADITION — Bill Wilson explains how the evaporator process works. The Wilson family, of Nashville, has been making maple syrup for close to .60 years. the source, which meant boiling in an evaporator located in the woods. As many other local producers have done, the Wilsons have brought their equipment to a location close to their home. They have done so for a variety ofrea­ sons, including the availability of electricity and running water. Shortly after this move, the family also switched from burning wood for boiling to using natural gas. “It currently costs us about $1.20 per gallon to burn natural gas,” Wilson stated. “It is hard to determine how much we have invested in our business,” stated Loma’s son Bill. There are many things to consider besides the cost of an evaporator, according to Bill, such as the investment in the land which contains the woods. “We also bought a stainless steel milk truck for storage ofraw sap,” he said. Added to that investment is the cost of tubes, spiles and buckets. The cost of a new gathering or collection bucket runs any­ where from $7 to $8 with the purchase of a cover. “When you use over 900 buckets, that adds up to quite a chunk of change,” commented Bill. The Wilson family, who have been members ofthe Ver­ montville Syrup Corporation for many, many years, used 1,200 taps this season. Ofthose, 330 taps were on the tub­ ing system. The sap in these taps takes advantage ofgrav­ ity and flow from each tree’s spile through the tubing and into one oftwo storage tanks in the woods. At that point, the sap is transferred from the storage tanks into a 400 gallon poly tank which is then transported, via farm trac­ tor, to the sugar house. At the sugar house, the freshly gathered sap is pumped into the stainless steel milk truck. The sap is first sent through a filtering process before it is pumped into the upper tank above the evaporator. As the boiling process begins, the sap reaches the preheater and is fed into the evaporator itself. As it flows from pan to pan through the evaporator’s channels or chambers, it gets heavier or denser as more and more ofthe water in the sap is boiled off This process takes a long time, according to Bill Wil­ son. . .. “Once you get the raw sap into the evaporator, it is three to three-and-a-balfhours before you even get syrup; after that, you take off five to six gallons per hour,” he added. , State laws say that maple syrup must weigh 11 pounds per gallon. “Most ofour syrup weighs about 12 pounds per gallon,” stated Mr. Wilson. The Wilson family uses an automatic draw system. That means that a hydrometer with a weight inside is used to set the weight ofthe syrup. When it reaches that correct weight, the syrup is ready to be put through a filter tank where it is run through a pre­ filter and then again through a second (and heavier) filter. Filtering the syrup this way takes out any impurities that the first filtering did not remove, according to Mrs. Wilson. The syrup is then canned directly from the filter tank. “When we can it, the-syrup is hot enough to burn you,” Wilson said. “It has to be hot in order for the paper seals to work on the containers.” The Wilsons sell their finished product for $29 a gallon. They also sell syrup in a variety of smaller sizes, and they sell maple sugar candy as well. “I make a lot of candy, and my daughter in law Becky helps me,” Wilson stated. “I sell the candy at $10 a pound.” The candy, like the syrup, is 100% pure and has no additives or preservatives. The syrup contains only that which actually came from the tree and the ground sur­ rounding it. The sap is a clear product when it runs from the tree. As it boils, the sap becomes light brown in color. “The cleaner you keep your sap, the lighter the color of your syrup,” states Wilson. Maple syrup is graded based on its color and density. The best is called the “fancy” grade, which is the very lightest. The C grade or commercial grade syrup is very heavy, pungent and dark, according to Wilson. This grade syrup is commonly used as flavoring in various pancake syrups which are purchased at grocery stores. The Wilson family will be selling their maple product during the Maple Syrup Festival in Vermontville. They will be setting up their display by the StandardZAmoco station across from the fire barn. Queen Camille Wieland and Her Court Stop In During The Festival For All Your Hardware Needs! ASHVILLE HARDWARE Nashville, MI 233 N. Main St. Open: Mon.-Sat. 8 am to 5:30 pm 852-0713 * We Ship UPS $500CUSTOM BUCKS & FINANCING 59 WITH HO DOWN PAYMENT" Right now you can take home a new Honda Valkyrie with no down payment** and low, 5.9% APR financing*. Plus, we'll give you $500 in Custom Bucks! to help you turn your new Valkyrie into the hottest machine on the street But you'd d better hurry. Because there's never been a custom bike like the Valkyrie, and there's never been a customizing deal like this. ALBIN'S HONDA POTTERVILLE (517)645-7611 POTTERVILLE EXIT 66 OFF 1-69 (14 MILES SOUTH OF LANSING) Hours: M-F 9-6 & Sat. 9-3 www.honda.com HONDA. ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET. EYE PROTECTION ANO PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OBEY THE LAW AND READ YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL THOROUOHLV Any modftcatow made to your Honda motorcycle am made at your sole risk and msoons.ri.Hy withold Hondo . approval or consent Implied or expressed tCustom Bucks offer is good from 12/14/00 - 6/31/01 Custom Bucks can only be used for purchases at the dealership and must be redeemed on the dav of °"e^as no “sh va,u® and ,s not transferable Redemption not to exceed S500 Customer may apply certificate to parts, accessories nding gear or other purchase Hnndtfrirtnnr??'^ PUrCth3Se ,s respo^s'bl®.'%a" rented sales tax ’5 9% APR financing and no down payment available on any new Valkyrie model through American Ho"d*-C®up22 approved cJ’!dtt F,nance offer is good from 1/1-6/30/01 -No eNs oC down dhoewcnk payment waityhm yeonutrdoes p dpoaertsicnot nipoat tinclude iinncgluHdoentax. tdaax. Dlicense liceean lesrefoand arncdo other omthpleertefees fe persogSpecifications Srp ae mcidfiectaatiilosns and and a Vvalkilabiiliity subjeict to change witkhouft Hnotice MOther restrLiction2s a1ppAly DeialersH set acMtual prices IChec1 k w1ith your participating Honda Dealer for comPp lete Pprogram details Valkyrie is a registered trademark of Honda Motor Co Ltd©2001 American Honda Motor Co . Inc (1 /01) ’ P P 0 �till April 22, 2001 w w w Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Benedict’s has long, impressive syrup-making history By MAI NGUYEN and AMBER WRIGHT w w bk. Vi* "^*1 VX Vi"^1 :>W §& ?S*$w ?*w w$ S$$ J??'JS$ N'JSSf$e W W ^S^ab:. ■<> >^»; \ *L\^ S2?**ss Mun Lansing Community Newspapers - 7 Over 100 years ago, the Benedict family of Ver­ montville started produc­ ing maple syrup. The first person who started doing syrup was Mr. Ernest Benedict — Brian Bene­ dict’s grandfather. After that, his father, Mr. Harold Benedict, continued mak­ ing all kinds of syrup prod­ ucts. And now, Mr. Brian Benedict handles the busi­ ness by himself. They start collecting sap on the 28th of Febru­ ary. Their boiling began on March 11, which is much later than usual because ‘Sugaring Off’ is a tradition By ANDREW KROLIK February 22 kicked off the syrup season with the tradi­ tional “Sugaring Off” event which only comes along once a year. The Sugaring Off took place in the First Congrega­ tional Church ofVermontville and was hosted by the Ver­ montville Historical Society. The Sugaring Off is an event in which the queen and her alternate can come and meet community members. There is also, of course, the making of maple sugar candy following the potluck dinner. At this year’s potluck, there were many different types of food like com dogs, sloppy joes, meatballs, salads and many desserts. While the potluck was going on, there were two gallons of syrup heating up to 240 degrees so people could have the opportunity to make maple syrup candy. Maple syrup candy is made by pouring syrup into a bowl and then stirring it up with a spoon until it creates syrup candy. The two gallons of syrup to make the candy were donated by Joyce Haigh. She has been donating syrup for this event for over ten years. Joyce remembers the Sugar­ ing Offbeing a tradition since back in the early 60s. Ever since the Sugaring Off began, it has been known to be a source ofentertainment. Larry Haigh, who is the president of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association, was there to talk about his fami­ ly’s trip to Vermont. He also talked about some ofthe new taps and hoses used to withdraw sap from the maple trees. they had to wait until the weather warmed up. They stop collecting sap when the spiles stop running and the trees begin to bud. This is usually before April 1st. They follow the state laws on making the syrup, which is the same'as past generations. The Benedicts have about 1200 taps and there is no tubing involved. Some of the trees have from one to five buckets on each tree. Usually a good tap produces one quart of syrup per year. This year, the amount is less because the season started late. A tree has to be 30 inches in diameter to be tapped. A tree is too old to be tapped when it starts to show decline and when it is pos­ sible to see sections that are hollowing out. This also happens in younger trees, notjust old ones. The sugar content this year reached 4 percent; this happened because there was ice on top of the buckets and when the ice was removed, it brought the sugar content up. The sugar level for the Bene­ dicts was mostly 2.5 per­ cent this season, but got up to 4 percent. The whole family helps out in producing the syrup. Some of the different things which they make with the syrup include candy, cream, popcorn, and granulated maple sugar. The only type of farming they are involved in now is the making of the syrup. Brian, his wife Lorraine, and children, David (12), Daniel (10), Joseph (8), and Samuel (5) Benedict are the main producers in the family. Their neighbor, Wendall Wright, has also helped out a lot, especially this year since Brian Bene­ dict injured his back and was unable to do much lift­ ing. The Benedicts sell their products at the syrup cor- poration prices. This includes 1 gallon for $35; half gallon for $20; 1 quart for $12; they sell candy for $10 per pound; cream at $9 per pound; and popcorn is between $2.50 and $3. Anyone visiting the fes­ tival can find the Bene­ dicts in their motor home across from the bank on Main St. in Vermontville. The best memory Lor­ raine has about making syrup was when they got to have their family and friends in the woods with them and also being able to watch their kids grow up. Investing your savings at Eaton Federal Savings Bank brings sweet rewards! Bulk Bedding Mulch Starting from $-| |Q OO.SQfiOper Ocu. . yd. I । • Delivery Available • Fees Vary To compare with prepackaged bag prices 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet and will spread 3" thick covering approximately 108 sq.ft. We offer a variety of savings plans to suit your needs. Eaton Federal extends our best wishes for a successful Festival. Celebrating Over 64 Years ofProgress... • Shredded Wood Eaton Federal • Shredded Hardwood Bark Bank • Dark Red Enviro Mulch • Gold Enviro Mulch FDIC INSURED Trees ’N’ Scapes, Inc. 543-7082 1775 W. Vermontville Hwy. Charlotte EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:00-4:30, Saturday 9:00-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 �8 - Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers Apni 22,2001 My reign asthe Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen By CARISSA ANN KEASLER My name is Carissa Ann Keasler, and I am the 2000 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. This last year has been amazing. I cannot even tell you how much fun I had this year, but I will attempt to give you a glance. It was so exciting to be able to pro­ mote the Syrup Festival along with my alternate, Gwen McDougal. Once we were chosen, we were expected to go to at least 10 events, which really went fast. We went to different parades within about a 90-mile radius of our town and talked about our festival. We also went to a Maple Run in Ada where we handed out awards and put the medals over the winner’s heads. Our State Representative, Susan Tabor, invited me to have a lun­ cheon with her. This was a really neat experience because I was able to get to know her better and also was introduced to the entire House of Representatives. I also attended the Chesaning Showboat Parade and met just about every queen in Michigan and even met Miss Michigan herself! We also visited Hastings Tender­ care and were able to meet many former syrup producers and others very interest­ ed in syrup production. Being the Maple Syrup Queen has been the best thing for Gwen and me. I would reCommend every eligible girl to try out because it is one ofthe best things I have ever done. Even just trying out was such a great experience for all of us because we bonded in the basement ofthat little Vermontville Congregational Church while the judges were deciding. It also improved many of our social skills and greatly helped our public-speaking abilities. So, do not hesitate at all to try out because it is definitely worth it. Good luck!!! History of the past Requirements for syrup festival queen MV syrup queens dates back to 1940 By CASSAUNDRA HAGER By CASSAUNDRA HAGER The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival has been around for many years, and continues to grow. Each year at the syrup festival, a queen is chosen. The first Syrup Festival Queen was Phyllis (Hager) Kilpatrick who was the reigning queen in 1940. At that time, the Syrup Festival Queen was chosen by a raffle. People got tickets for the raffle by purchasing things in stores; for every dollar spent, a person would receive a ticket. There was not a parade, and the syrup festival only lasted for one day — not three days like today. After Phyllis’s reign as queen, Blanche Cook took on the role. In 1979, the role of queen was awarded to Janice (Siple) Crane. After Janice’s reign as Queen, Becky Cowell received the crown. In 1995, Sarah (Mater) Schilz was crowned; this was the last year that the queen had a court. After Sarah’s reign as royalty was Sarah Hughes. After Sarah Hughes, Mandy Pierce took over in 1997. Mandy Pierce passed her crown to Andrea Mace, who passed on the crown to Carissa Keasler; and this year’s Maple Syrup Queen is Camille Wieland of Ver­ montville. The Maple Syrup Queen and an Alternate Queen are chosen by the festival corporation each year. In order to become the queen and alternate queen, the girls have quite a few steps to complete before getting there. Each year, applications are avail­ able for both positions to junior girls at Maple Valley High School. The girls have two weeks to write an essay and to turn in their com- pleted applications. All applications are then picked up and reviewed by the queen com­ mittee. There is a parent meeting at which the parents of the applying girls are told what the roles of the queen and alternate are, how far they will be required to travel, and other expectations ofthe girls. The girls are judged on their speaking ability, knowledge of syrup making, and other qualifica­ tions. The final decision for Maple Syrup Queen and Alternate are made by four judges who have been chosen by the committee. All of the girls are given points for how they answer questions. Based on how many points, the girl with the most points gets Syrup Queen, and Alternate title goes to the girl with the second highest number ofpoints. This year’s queen is Camille Wieland, and the Alternate Queen is Jessica Ripley, both of Ver­ montville. Maple Syrup Corp. President Eugene Fisher shares his thoughts about annual syrup festival “The Maple Syrup Festival Syrup Festival, now in its brings a lot of people 61st year, offers numerous home,” states Eugene Fish­ activities during the course er, long-time president of of the weekend, none of the Vermontville Maple which will cost a family a Syrup Corporation. “It is a fortune. There will be a gathering point, and it is a variety of entertainment great place to see old on the permanent stage on friends.” Main Street and in the The annual Maple Opera House as well. “The museum is full of local history,” claims Fish­ er, adding that “the arts and crafts show is one of the largest in Michigan.” Visitors to the festival can learn many things about maple syrup as well as about the process by which it is made. The festi- val is a friendly, family atmosphere where people can have fun without spending one penny, according to Fisher. “And ifthey choose to do so, they can also buy some of the best maple syrup made in Michigan,” he added with a smile. The American Dream If you are thinking of building a new home, it might be worth your time to look at a new house so you can see what your hard earned money can buy you. Another Beautiful Home ft oe MontgomBy Byery Builders For over 80 years, GreenStone Farm Credit Services has been providing farmers and rural residents in Eaton County with financial services such as agricultural loans, country home mortgages and farm business planning. We are proud to be members ofthis community. GreenStone FARM CREDIT SERVICES Judd Knaup or Sheryl Smith 241 S. Cochran • Charlotte, MI 48813 517-543-1360 www.fzuiTicredit.com We would like to invite you to give us a call and make an appointment and give us the opportunity to show you our work and possible give you an estimate on a custom built dream home just for you. We Can Assist You In Selecting • Land Purchase • Financing • House Plans •• Building Building • Architectural Drawing CALL TODAY...because the next home we build could be the one of your dreams! Joe Montgomery Builder, Inc. 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 or (517) 371-7123 Buildingfor Your Future! �April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers - 9 Princess Pageanta new addition to festival in 2001 By C. GATEWOOD New to the Syrup Festival this year will be an event called the “Princess Pageant.” This pageant will take place in the Opera House on Saturday, April 28th at 5 p.m. and is open to the public. The idea for this new event originated with Kathie Perez, who recently moved back to Vermontville. Perez says that she first learned about this type of pageant while living in a small town similar to Vermontville which celebrated blueberries instead of maple syrup. At that festival, young girls were able to participate in an annual Blueberry Pageant. “I thought, let’s try that here, and so I presented the idea to Gene Fisher,” Perez said. Fisher, who is president of the Syrup Corporation, said the pageant sounded exactly like what the festival was looking for because it was new and different. Girls ages 6 through 9 were able to apply to participate in this pageant. In addition to the age require­ ments, Perez said applicants had to either be enrolled in the Maple Valley School District, or they could be home schooled and living within the district boundaries. The girls are having fun and are making new friends we enjoying while enjoyng a new experience, experence, ” stated sae Perez, erez, who wo said sad the twenty girls practiced once a week in March and then twice a week in April in preparation for the pageant. Perez said that one of the top priorities during rehearsals or practices was instilling into each girl’s mind that they were all winners. “All of the girls will get prizes and each will receive a trophy,” she said. “No one will walk away empty-handed. The prizes include gift certificates, books and maple sugar products. “We have approached this differently; we have tried to turn this into a surprise party.” Perez said that the girls are rehearsing and are getting ready for one per­ son’s- surprise party. “We just don’t know whose party it will be.” The winner of the pageant will receive a crown and a trophy as well as a $50 savings bond. “The girls know that they are all winners, but they also know that one will be a princess,” Perez stated. “The girls are working with a choreographer and are learning a country-western dance routine and a 50’s rock and roll routine. They will have different costumes for each rou­ tine.” The girls will’ perform these two routines the night of the pageant. In addition, they will also perform or dis­ play an individual talent such as playing a musical instrument, singing, or dancing. While on stage, there will be a question and answer session with the Master of Ceremonies, Mr. Ryan Rosin. Prior to the stage performances, each girl will also have a personal interview with the three out-of-town judges. These questions are designed to let the judges see a little more ofeach girl’s personality and background. In addition to Chairperson Perez and the judges, there are many others working hard behind the scenes to make the first Princess Pageant a success. Co-chair­ person for the evening’s event is Kris Gilson. Nikki James, Shelbi Cousins, Alesia Van Engen, and Christy Todd are working with the young girls as well. Officially, these four high school students are costume coordina­ tors, and their responsibilities include helping with cos­ tume changes, fixing hair, and keeping track of the contestants as well as their belongings. “The best part ofworking with these girls is knowing that they are having so much fun out there,” stated Nikki James. “It is such a good experience for them.” Chairperson Kathie Perez said that Gloria Sample and Nan Visger, both ofVermontville, have been working on making costumes for the girls. SITE OF THE PAGEANT — The Princess Pageant will be held in the old Opera House Saturday, April 28. “We also have people helping with scenery, a sound tech person, as well as people to help set up and to cleanup,” she said. Vermontville Syrup Festival to feature children’s parade By CASSAUNDRA HAGER and AMBER WRIGHT The annual Children’s Parade will be held on April 28. The line up for the Chil­ dren’s Parade will be at 10:30 a.m. in front of the Opera House on Main Street. The parade will not start until 11 a.m. The theme for this year’s Children’s Parade is “The Magic Of Books Goes to the Syrup Festival.” Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Fisher are the ones who decided on the theme. We chose this one because we wanted something that was never used before,” said Mrs. Fisher. The entries can have anything to do with children’s books and/or maple syrup. The Children’s Parade will feature $40, $30, $20, and $10 prizes for top-plac­ ing entries. The children’s parade has something for every entry even those who do not take a top spot. Don’t worry — everyone that enters will receive free tick­ ets for the rides and maple sugar candy. The Vermontville Maple Syrup Chil­ dren’s Parade is for children and parents, no pets please. to we John Kent Jeff Hynes Kirk Cheney Steve Graham We hope you will fill your tanks with our products and come enjoy the 61st Annual Mark Barbour Gordon Eldridge Maple Syrup Festival! Chad Eldridge ARMSTRONG i i in Quality, Value & Service • FREE Estimates Jerry Schray lim Allen Lake Odessa Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Denise Kent Lori Courtney Becky Gearhart Vaughn Reid Dave Olmstead Not Pictured Travis Van Alstine FRost n Adam Brumm KENT & oil RADIO DISPATCHED TRUCKS GASOLINE DIESEL FUEL MOTOR OILS FUELOILS K-1 KEROSENE Gale Wetzel propane 735 Durkee_M.66j Nashville Serving Nashville, Bellevue, Vermontville, Olivet, Hastings & Charlotte 852-9210»1 -800-638-7484 �10 - April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers Martin’s has been producing sweet treats since 1948 By JEREMY J. WISER Freezing nights and warm days, that is what all syrup producers want. The syrup season of 2000 was a terrible year. The warm weather came way too early. That’s not so for this year. The year 2001 has been great so far for all the maple syrup pro­ ducers, including the Mar­ tins ofVermontville. The Martins have been producing maple syrup since about 1948. Archie Martin was the first Mar­ tin to produce syrup. He always took his sap to the Viele’s or Zemke’s so they could boil it. In 1956, Archie started his own business. He purchased an evaporator and holding tank to store all ofhis sap. Ever since 1956, Archie produced syrup on his own. In 1974, Archie’s son, Merle, took over the fami­ ly tradition. Merle’s sons, Mark and Marty, helped too. Two years after Merle took over producing, he had their “rustic” shanty built. Members of Marty and Mark’s basketball team helped build this now old-fashioned style sugar shanty. Before this sugar shan­ ty was built, the Martins used a small shed where there wasn’t much room at all to work. Merle is still producing syrup in the same shanty he had built in 1976 on Brown Road in Ver- montville. He uses a 6’xl4’ evaporator. He burns recy­ cled fuel oil as opposed to wood or natural gas. “Fuel oil gives offbetter heat,” stated Merle. “It’s easier than cutting wood too!” He said with a smile. Martin’s have 6000 trees tapped this year. Of these, 600 are on tubing, and 5400 on the spile and bucket method. Their holding tanks are located in a variety ofplaces. They have one just down the road from the shanty that holds 1500 gallons. They have anoth­ er tank located by the river on Vermontville Highway that holds 2200 gallons. The last one they have holds 3000 gallons and is located right behind their shanty. Martins’ prices for syrup are as follows: $30 for a gallon; $15 for a half gallon; allon; $9 for a quart; and $6 for a pint. Prices at the festival may vary but not much. The Martins also make some maple syrup cream and a lot of the delicious,, sweet maple syrup candy. Merle’s favorite memo­ ry of making syrup is all the kids that have helped. “They just keep coming back,” said Merle. “Even the Amish kids help tap too.” Merle is not sure when he will stop producing maple syrup, but when he does, Marty will more than likely take over. TAPPED — Journalism II student, Paul H. Felder, poses by a tapped tree in Martin’s woods. Skills for Adolescence students involved with Syrup Festival By AMBER WRIGHT Year after year at the Maple Syrup Festival, the American Legion, with the help of the Nashville Lions Club, holds a tasteful pancake fund-raiser above the bank in Vermontville. Students in Maple Valley’s Skills for Adolescence class help out with this fundraiser. These kids have been helping for the past eleven years or so. The help varies from year to year —some years they have too much help, but they always find room for those kids anyway. Also helping are the members of the Maple Valley National Honor Society members. Mr. John Hughes, a Lions Club mem­ ber and teacher at Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School, said the rea- son these kids do it is as a pay back sort ofthing. The money raised at the festival goes toward the workbooks used in the class and for the Quest program. It is not a required thing for these kids to help out, but if they are interested, they have to sign up for different shifts. These students wait on the customers, then bus the tables, and get them Ledge Loafers to offer a camping place during this year’s Maple Syrup Festival By JEREMY WISER Want a place to camp for Syrup Festival weekend? Ledge Loafers Campground is the place for you! They set up their camp at Maple Valley High School — which is located at 11090 Nashville Highway, between Nashville and Vermontville. Family campers and RV’ers are what make up the Ledge Loafers. This year will be the seventh for the Ledge Loafers in providing a camping area. The RV’ers have been doing this in other places since the early 1970s. The Loafers hold this yearly campground for anybody who wants to attend. Lots of people in Michigan travel to this very spot so they can enjoy the great times and events of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Fes­ tival. Costs are $15 with a reservation, and $18 with­ out a reservation. On an average, there are around 100 different campers and motorhomes at the camp. All people who camp get a “goody bag,” and there is even a place located in the camp where you can consume coffee, hot chocolate, and juice. The money that is collected at the Ledge Loafers Campground is used for things such as community trips. The group also visits nursing homes at Christ­ mas time to distribute gifts to those who are less fortu­ nate. So if you need a place to camp for this busy weekend, the Ledge Loafers is the place to be. cleaned up for the next family who comes in to enjoy the pancakes and syrup. These kids also bring more pan­ cakes and sausage when the customers ask for more. If you attend this fund-raiser above the bank, and if you are waited on by a student, make sure to thank them and tell them that you think they are doing a good job. FTheReadingPlaceI HM<OIDM<SMISH<W ova 25,000 PAPERBACKBOOKS oco • 50%; OFF I OFF i 3 BOOKS । Collectible। Comicsi omicsi CO /o i Expires 5/11/01 S Cochran, Charlotte • 543-792 f2l S. j136 1ff3i6rs S. . M-F 1O-5:3a, Sat. lOff Welcome to VERMONTVILLE Hardware 131 S. Main, Vermontville • (5171 726-1121 �April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Arm wrestling entertains By JEREMY WISER “Wrestler’s Ready ... Wrestle!” The annual test of brute strength, otherwise known as the Arm Wrestling Contest, is back for the year 2001. This will be the 19th year for the con­ test. The contest will be held on the Sun­ day of the festival in front of the main stage, on Main Street. As usual, the voice and chairman of this great event is the one and only Greg Hoefler. His helpers this year are Marty Martin, Tai Gearhart, and Roy Simpson. They will be conducting the weigh-ins and sign ups on Sunday morning near the stage. Early sign ups are greatly appreciated and help out a lot when organizing the contest. Four different weight divisions make up the men’s side. Those are 149 pounds an uner, and under, wc which are thee Lightweights; gwegs; 150 to 175 pounds, which make up the Middleweights; 176 to 199 pounds which are the Middle Heavyweights; and last, where boys become men, are the Heavyweights. This division is from 200 pounds and up. The women’s divisions are divided into upper weight and lower weight classes. Not a lot ofwomen sign up for the contest, so that is the reason for such broad weight classes. So come on out ladies and test your girlie strength in the Arm Wrestling contest. The winners in each weight class get a trophy and a quart of Maple Syrup. The runners-up also receive a trophy but only get a pint ofthe infamous Maple Syrup. All people are invited, no matter what size, so COME GET YOUR WRESTLE ON!! Watch out for flying eggs! By ANDREW KROLIK No, Vermontville doesn’t really have flying eggs, but people do throw them. That’s right, the Egg Toss­ ing contest involves throw­ ing eggs. This contest is one of the most interesting contests that people can participate in at the Maple Syrup Festival, says chair­ man, Merle Martin. Merle says that this event has been going on for at least 30 years. This year, the egg toss­ ing will start in the after­ noon on Sunday sometime after 1:30 p.m. and may also be held on Saturday night for younger kids. All this egg tossing is sched­ uled to take place in front ofthe grandstands. The way the game works is that teams of two are divided up into differ­ ent age groups. Then the teams start to toss the eggs to one another. The object of this game is to toss an egg between you and your partner and to not let it break. Every time the teams complete a toss, they both have to take one step away from each other. The 18 dozen eggs that are used for this event are usually donated by the Vermontville Grocery Store. Anyone is welcome to come and participate in this event — all that you have to do is to meet in front of the Grand Stand when Merle Martin makes the announcement over the intercom. The winners of the con­ test take home prizes. The adults or older children will win a half pint of syrup, and younger kids will win ride tickets. Merle Martin also gets some help for this event from his son, Marty Martin and from his friend Mike Mead. Most people can’t throw eggs everyday, but in this case, it is fine — so come out and toss up some eggs. Lansing Community Newspapers - "We THE FIR & HOIE ■A Complete Line Of Feeds, For Livestock And Pels - Fertilize!; Seed And 03283323 Farm And Garden ■Petrolem Products For Farm & Home: Fuel Oil, Gas & Diesel A COMPLETE LINE OF TIRES Cars - Trucks - Wagons - Tractors - Trailers Radial Rear Tractor Tires On The Farm Tire Service Since- ? ^47 EATON FARM BUREAU CO-OP INC. 216B E. Clinton It1., Charlotte • 517-543-1160 Dodge m Different *1,000' Cash Allowance *2,000 Cash Allowance 0.9% APR Financing 05% APR Financing •Short-term financing for qualified buyers. •Short-term financing for qualified buyers. *1,500 Cash Allowance *1,000 Cash Allowance 0.9% APR Financing * 0.9% APR Financing •Short-term financing for qualified buyers. *36 month financing for qualified buyers. *2,000 Cash Allowance *1,000 Cash Allowance 15% APR for 60 months * 0.9% APR Financing *1.9% APR/60 inos. financing for qualified buyers *36 month financing for qualified buyers. Ml NEW Dodge Stratus Coupe ^^*2,000 Cash Allowance *1,000 Cash Allowance 1,000'2,000, depending on model 0.9% APR Financing * or 0.9% APR Financing* *36 month financing for qualified buyers. ' Short-term financing for qualified buyers on most models. fa CHRYSLER Plymouth 24 Hr. Wrecker Service 11 Complete Body Shop Dodge 1285 Lansing Rd., Charlotte • (517)543-2610 Sale Hours: Mon., Wed. 8 am - 8 pm; Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8 am - 6 pm; Sat. 9 am - 2 pm Dodge Trucks �12 - April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers Making syrup is an art at Trail’s End Maple Syrup By C. GATEWOOD “Anyone can boil sap, but making good maple syrup is an art,” stated syrup pro­ ducer Stephanie Thorne of Trail’s End Maple Syrup in Vermontville. Thorne, who acquired her syrup mak­ ing business from long-time producer Ger­ ald Lundstrum, claims that she’d rather “make a little good syrup than a whole lot ofbad syrup.” Thorne purchased the woods and equipment about one year ago, so the 2001 season is really only her second syrup­ making season. Three years ago, she leased the woods from Lundstrum while she worked with him trying to gain as much knowledge as possible. “Gerald was a very good teacher, Stephanie declared. Lundstrum, who has never missed a syrup season in over 70 years claims, “When I sold the business, I thought I’d get out of it; I guess it gets into your blood,” he added. “The difference is that now that I have sold it, when I am tired, I can go home.” Seventy-five years ago, Gerald’s father built a lean-to for syrup boiling. Since then, the shack and setup has evolved into what it is today. Currently, the 45-acre woods contains a small, older model travel trailer (which Thome and her family refer to as “headquarters”), a storage building, the sap house, and an old-style outhouse. There is no electricity in the woods, so a generator is used to run lights when boil­ ing at night. Most of the acreage, which had been in the Lundstrum family for 100 years, is tapped according to Thome. This season, Thome is experimenting with a new and smaller type of spile. Although it was orig­ inally designed to be used with a tube gathering system, Thorne has added a short piece of tubing so the sap drips into the bucket from the spile. She has tapped 50 trees with this newer spile. The new spile creates a smaller hole in the tree when used, so Thorne believes the tree will heal better and faster once the spile is removed. “Anytime you penetrate the bark on a tree it is like a cut on your own skin,” she said, “Bacteria can get in and infect the tree, making it ill.” All ofthe sap at Trail’s End is gathered in buckets (no tubing) and is brought to the sap house via tractor. The gathering rig, which was built by Lundstrum, uses a hose and works much like a huge “shop vac,” states Thome. A pump on the tractor sucks the sap from the bucket through the hose and into the 350-gallon gathering tank on the trailer. This process makes gathering raw sap easier and much less time-consuming since there is no need to lift, carry, and dump each individual buck­ et. Even using the gathering rig to empty the 1,200 buckets being used this year “makes for a full day, and it is about all you can do,” Thome said. Once the gathering rig’s storage tank is full, the sap is pumped into larger storage tanks on the outside of the sap house which is built on a hillside. From these storage tanks, the sap enters the evapora­ tor. A float on the side ofthe 14’ x 5’ evapo­ rator regulates the amount of sap that is let into the back pans at anytime. The cold raw sap leaves the back pans through a hose and then flows back and forth between two large boiling pans where it eventually becomes syrup. As the sap boils, Lundstrum and Thome keep a constant vigil, watching over its progress. “When we are boiling, there is always someone watching the dial (temperature gauge) because we don’t want to scorch it,” Thome said. “I’ve never scorched it, but it doesn’t mean it won’t happen, so we have to be careful.” According to Thorne and Lundstrum, the daily barometric pressure will cause the boiling temperature ofwater to vary a few degrees, in turn affecting the sap’s boiling point (which is 7 degrees higher than water). Due to this fluctuation, As Mom! Order Now For Guaranteed Delivery By Mother's Day! MASTER JEWELER™ Cariy.Reck. jeweler Locally owned and operated since 1973 •FREE GIFT WRAP GIFT CERTIFICATES • LAYAWAYS _ 106 S. Cochran, Charlotte 543-6531 Toll Free 1-877-657-2690§ Mon.-Frl. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thorne said a thermometer is used to check temperature or heat levels in order to keep the sap boiling at just the right temperature. Keeping careful track of and regulating the heat while boiling sap is a difficult job when burning wood as Thome does. “Using wood to boil sap with is another science all in its own,” Thome stated. “To do it right, you need to learn to regulate the wood to keep the temperature where you want it.” Lundstrum says it is a lot easier to burn gas or oil when making syrup, but the bad part is that “great big bill at the end of the season.” According to Lundstrum, wood is a renewable resource; and, when available, he feels it should be used. The heat coming out of the burner under the evaporator is about 1200 degrees. Thorne said it is so hot it is a good idea not to wear mascara, makeup or contact lenses when working near this heat. She wears coveralls or protective clothing even on warm spring days because ofthe dangers associated with the high temperatures. During the evaporation process, in addition to maintaining regulated heat, whoever is in charge must also skim off the scum or foam which forms on the syrup. This foam is one way in which impurities, such as sugar sand, are removed from the syrup. By removing this foam, Lundstrum and Thome both feel the end result is a better syrup product. When the sap has been boiled to a fight golden brown syrup, it is drawn from the evaporator and poured into a heavily insu­ lated tank where it is filtered. The top fil­ ter in this tank is a fibrous paper-like pre­ filter which removes most of the sugar sand and impurities. The second stage consists oftwo heavy felt filters. The last layer the syrup passes through is another prefilter which catches lint the other filters may have missed. The syrup remains hot in the filter tank (at about 204 degrees) until it is poured into HOT STUFF — Fresh, hot maple syrup is shown being drawn off from the evapora­ tor at Trail’s End Maple Syrup in Ver­ montville. various sized containers. Thorne currently has several people helping with her syrup-making business. In addition to Lundstrum, she employs several others who generally work threeor four-hour shifts. Neighbor Carla Wilmore drives tractor and helps collect sap, as does Ben Batdorff “Ben is also a neighbor,” she said. “He is a hard worker, as are all of my employ­ ees.” Thorne’s son Matt and fellow seniors from Maple Valley High School, Chad Spears and Randy Silsbee, work for the business, as does sixth-grade student from Maplewood Elementary, Aaron Cohoon. “It is hard work to collect sap and to help boil syrup,” she said. “And since I am losing my seniors, I am trying to train new kids for next year.” �April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers - 13 Haigh Sugar House’s long-time tradition carries on By A. COLE Syrup making has been in the Haigh family for many years. The spring of 1958 was the first year that Mr. Amos and Joyce Haigh ofVermontville made maple syrup for the Vermontville Syrup Associa­ tion. In 1959, Mrs. Haigh didn’t participate in the syrup making because she had her first daughter, Sandra. The Haigh family has 48 acres around the sugar house. Larry Haigh, Amos and Joyce’s son, taps his trees and brings the syrup to the sugar house to boil. The Haighs also lease land to tap. To lease the land, they pay on a per-tree basis. The trees are tapped and are almost all tubing — yet they have around 480 buck- ets on the trees. The sap is brought to the tanks by gravity flow, and the sap is gathered in stainless steel milk trucks. From the gathering tanks, the sap is pumped into a stainless steel storage tank. When the sap is first brought in, it is run though a reverse osmosis machine. The reverse osmosis machine will take sap from 2% sugar to 8% sugar by remov­ ing much ofthe extra water. When the Haighs are ready to boil, the sap runs into the evaporator. While in the evaporator, the sap runs back and forth through the channels in the evaporator’s pans. The water is boiled out of the sap during this process. When most of the water is boiled out ofthe sap, the sap will start to change color. The longer the sap is boiled, the thicker and darker the syrup will be. Mrs. Haigh boils her syrup with propane. When the sap gets below 2% sugar content, the Haighs stop boiling. If the sap still smells okay and tastes okay when boiled, Ms. Haigh will continue to collect and boil. Mrs. Haigh will make maple candy, chocolate-covered maple creams, hand­ dipped creams, maple sugar, and maple spread. The Haighs boil their syrup to state regulation which is 11 pounds per gallon. The Sugar House is all state inspected. Haigh Sugar House donates syrup to the Michigan Historical Society, WKAR, to the Vermontville auction, and the Annual MV journalism II class keeps students informed DECORATIVE By JEREMY WISER s*>s fiSg* ‘1 Stuif&fi^h tiffin S*1* What goes on at Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School? Well, there are nine students who keep everybody in grades nine through 12 and the faculty members informed ofwhat goes down in the school. This small class ofnine students is Cindy Gatewood’s Jour­ nalism II, which is also an Honors class. Those students are Lacey Ripley, Andrew Howard Krolik, Paul Felder, Mai Nguyen, Amanda Cole, Amber Wright, Cassaundra Hager, Amy Dawson, and Jeremy Wiser. These students make up the staff of the Valley Visions, which is Maple Valley’s newspaper. The students write stories about anything from the latest cardboard cut-out in the school’s kitchen, to the school’s beloved sports teams. Well, it’s that time once again for the annual Syrup Edition ofthe Charlotte Shopping Guide. The Journalism class had the tremendous fear ofwriting a lot of stories in a short period of time. These students worked vigorously to complete the numerous stories assigned to them by Ms. Gatewood. They traveled around Vermontville, as well as many other places such as Potterville and Charlotte, gathering information and interviewing basically anybody who is involved in the Ver­ montville Syrup Festival. The Journalism II class worked their absolute hardest on their stories. Hopefully, readers will enjoy the stories, and give thanks to the hard work and dedication ofthese nine students. TaFtiTo-,—TSri7d—e—w~a ~7l7k— tww* IMS® IfflW or a Driveway? BULK STONE & MULCH MAROON RED WHITE ORANGE BEIGE Volcanic Rock Crystal Marble Pearl Nuggets fO ydd.+Bx IUJ jd.+hx We Load ■ U Haul lift) We Load ■ U HafafiJ RED UU p..+BX We Load ■ U Haul(27™,m BROWN N-Viro Mulch Hardwood Mulch CO p.+BX win. «. Cl p.+BX We Load-U Haul (27ai.fi.) We Load ■ U Haul (27ai.fi.) ^ANIILTojv Spanish Tile mOuh yd..+»bx We Load ■ U Haul^m BEIGE NATURAL Wood Chips $1700 «. If jd.+BX We Load - U Haul^?) DELIVERYAVAILABLE ■ Hastings M-79 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE • CLOSED SUNDAY CUSTOMER SERVICE • QUALITY PRODUCTS • LOW PRICES 517-852-1864 Concrete Sugaring Off that takes place in Ver­ montville early each spring. The most time-consuming part of the syrup- and sugar-making process at the sugar house is the cleaning and scrubbing after the season is over. They used to use formaldehyde to clean the tank, but it made the syrup taste different. The chemi­ cals were not good for the machines or the trees. Now, to clean the tubes and tanks, they run hot water through them. Mrs. Haigh said her favorite part of making maple syrup is getting to spend time in the woods and spending time with the family. The family includes her six children: Larry, Gary, Daniel, David, San­ dra, and Scott, their spouses, 21 grand­ children and 17 great grandchildren. Hamilton Black Dirt Charlotte JUST 20 MINUTES WEST OF CHARLOTTE We would like to thank all of our customers and friends in the Maple Valley Area and wish you a successful Maple Syrup Festival. * State Certified • PROMPT DELIVERY • 10 RADIO DISPATCHED MIXERS / Sand & Gravel / Reinforcing Re-bars / Road Gravel / Expansion Strips / Wire Mesh Color Graduation Open House Cards and Thank You Cards "Go With The Best" • Announcements COUPON • Name Cards • Napkins • Thank Yous • Guest Books • Paper Products REMINDER Order Your High School Graduation Invitations & Supplies. Time Is Growing Short Order By May 15th, 2001 And Receive 2O% OFF Your Entire Order! Serving You Since 1930 Gale Briggs, Inc. 311 STATE STREET, CHARLOTTE 5 543-1320 1-800-552-5474 FAX 543-2272 144 S. Cochran, Charlotte �14 - April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers Junior highband involved in Maple Syrup Festival two songs: “My Girl”, and “I Have Rhythm,” and they will dance a little bit while they play the song. Band director Mr. Dennis Vandehoef said: “They practice a lot and are eager to play for the Festival.” They have been practicing for six weeks and will continue practicing until the festival starts. They also have 2-5 hpurs each week to practice at home. First, they need to work with band directors Mr. Ryan Rosen and Mr. Vanderhoef, but now they can practice by themselves with two drum majors: Nate Smith and Dhanielle Tobias. By MAI CHI NGUYEN This year, about 25 members of the Junior High Band will perform in two parades during the Maple Syrup Festival: The Kiddie parade and the Grand Parade. The kid’s parade will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, and the Grand Parade will be at 2 p.m. on the same day in Vermontville. For the kid’s parade, they will begin from the opera house and march to the North. But for the Grand Parade, they will go from the north to the south* through the main street. The Junior High Band will play They need to practice more than the senior high band, but they are excited about the show. “With most of them, this is the first time doing the parade in the band; most of them are in seventh grade so they all try to do their best in their first time,” Mr. Vanderhoef said. “They ask so many questions about what happened last year in the parade because they are worried that maybe they will mess up the songs and they don’t want to,” said eighth-grade student Amanda Rum­ sey. PARTICIPATING - The Junior High Band participated in last year’s Children’s Parade and Grand Parade. Band Booster breakfast tradition continues this year By ANDREW KROLIK The tradition of the Band Booster pancake breakfast has been going on for over 40 years — way back to when the group was known as the Ver­ montville Band Boosters. This Band Booster event starts on the Friday of the Maple Syrup Festi­ val weekend when a crew of parents come into the Vermontville fire barn. Their job is to make sure everything belonging to the fire department is taken care ofand out ofthe way. These parents also set up all the equipment, tables and chairs so it is all ready to go op Saturday morning. Candice Mapes, who is an officer of the Band Boosters and the wife of Band Booster president, Dennis Mapes, says the pancake breakfast is a great way for the band stu­ dents’ parents to get to know each other. It is also a great event to raise money for instruments, band camp, uniforms and for band trips. The Band Boosters try to get parents of band stu­ dents to sign up for at least one three-hour shift. Band students are also able to help at the event since the money earned benefits them. There are many differ­ ent jobs that can be done during the weekend such as making pancakes, serv­ ing customers and even filling syrup containers to put on the tables. When the weekend is over and the griddles are turned off, between 2,500 and 4,000 meals have been consumed. That is when another crew of parents come to the fire barn. This group of parents assist with the cleanup of all the equipment and of the fire barn itself. This year, the’ Band Boosters will be serving pancakes in the Vermontville Fire Barn on Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and again on Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cost of this pancake breakfast is as follows: adults are $4.50 , children between ten- and two-years-old are. $2, and anyone under two eats free. Ifyou ever heard any of the Maple Valley Bands play, you know that if the breakfast tastes as good as the students play their instruments, then it should be well worth your money. Something for everyone to be featured at the Syrup Festival By CASSAUNDRA HAGER The Vermontville Syrup Festival has a lot to offer. The festival has many activities to par­ ticipate in, with such things as a craft show that can be found in the Maplewood Elementary school building. The hours for the show are Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. This craft show is one of the largest shows featured in the state of Michigan and is hosted by the Ver­ montville Women’s Club. The craft show also features a concession stand held by the Lions Club. The Bible Church in Vermontville will feature parking for the Syrup Festival. The Maple Manor building will be open all day Saturday and Sunday. Syrup Corpora­ tion members will be hosting maple syrup-making demonstrations and answering questions throughout the day. The Methodist church will be serving barbecue chicken all day Saturday, and the Congregational church will be hosting United Methodist Church will host barbecue dinner during 2001 syrup festival By AMBER WRIGHT For all the hard working men and women out there who cook every night and who would like a major break, there will be a barbecue chicken dinner held at the Ver­ montville United Methodist Church during the Maple Syrup festival weekend. This church is located kitty-corner from the Congrega­ tional Church. There will be picnic tables set up outdoors to enjoy your meal. The barbecue chicken meal will include half of a chicken, potato with sour cream or butter, roll and butter, a piece ofsheet cake, and a choice ofbeverage. 852-1985 Swimming - Fishing - Camping - Hiking FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY A Great, Relaxing Time! Come join our fiin while visiting the Annual Syrup Festival! 61st S. Main St., Vermontville * ’ The Maple Syrup Festival Queen Wonderful Years FestivalFun! We specialize in Pizza with only the best homemade pizza crust, specially seasoned sauce, a great blend of cheeses and - of course- all of the favorite toppings. • Daily Specials • Homemade Pies • Submarine Sandwiches • Salads • 22 Flavors of Pop • 40 Flavors of Ice Cream • Hand Dipped or Soft Serve Friendly Place with Friendly People at Good Time Pizza HOMETOWN! h lumber yard 726-1559 SEE US FOR ALL YOUR * BUILDING NEEDS Congratulations to Camille Wieland 6* to 6/ montville Junior Farmers 4-H Group. There will be plenty of other demonstra­ tions by Maple Manor, including such things as blacksmith demonstrations, woodworking demonstrations, antique cars, and other various displays. There is a lot to offer, such as arm wrestling, an egg toss, other various games, dancing, and Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pulls. So ifyou think there’s some­ thing that you’d enjoy, come check it out at the 61st Annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, April 27 through 29. Mullicans Riverside Resort Welcome to Vermontville's 61st Annual Maple Syrup Festival 501 North Main • Nashville, MI a roast beefsupper. The Historical Museum will be opened on Friday from 3 to 5 p.m., on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and on Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. The museum is located in the building that once served as an academy. The Opera House will feature different types of entertainment all weekend long. There will be a talent show on Friday night at 6:30 p.m. to kick offthe festival. A petting zoo will be open on Saturday near Maple Manor for you animal lovers. The petting zoo is being put on by the Ver­ •Pole buildings ’Garages •Merillat cabinets •Home building needs •Glazing ’Glass repair •Decks •Cook & Dunn Paints Do It Yourself - or see us for qualified builders 7 Have a nice festival! Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30a.m.-5:00p.m., Saturday 7:30-noon �Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition April 22 2001 Lansing Community Newspapers - 15 The ever-changing ways of syrup production in Maple Valley By LACEY RIPLEY Today, producers still have basically the same process of making maple sap into syrup, but years and years ago it was different. American Indians were the first to dis­ cover the tasty treat. Legend states that an Indian women named Moqua was cooking moose for her husband. Moqua became preoccupied with her quill work and let the pot boil dry. She had no time to melt snow, so she used some maple sap she had been saving for a beverage. This mistake helped form the delightfill syrup loved today. The process is somewhat the same, but producers now make syrup for profit. There are two different methods for col­ lecting sap, the new way and the old way. Both have positive and negative aspects. Early maple syrup was made by boiling 40 gallons of sap over an open fire until you had one gallon of syrup. This was a very time-consuming and labor intensive operation. Then, during the Civil War, the inven­ tion called a tin can was introduced. It didn’t take syrup makers long to realize that a large, flat sheet metal pan was more efficient for boiling than a heavy rounded iron kettle which let much ofthe heat slide pass. In 1864, a Canadian borrowed a design from sorghum evaporators and put baffles in the flat pans to channel the boiling sap. This set a wild fire of ideas spreading. By the 1960s, making syrup was still labor intensive, and syrup producers could not afford to hire large'amounts ofhelp. So it was in the 70s that another technological breakthrough occurred. Tubing systems, which had been exper­ imented with since the early part of the century, were perfected and the sap came directly from the tree to the house. Vacu­ um pumps were added, as well as pre­ heaters to recycle lost steam. Reverse osmosis filters were developed to take a portion ofwater out ofthe sap before boiling. Today, the technological developments continue with improved tubing, filtering techniques, pre-heaters, and better stor­ age. Many producers still enjoy hanging and collecting from buckets, and there are producers that collect from both buckets as well as tubing. The old method is cheaper in terms of material but more expensive in terms of paying for help to collect from the buckets. Other disadvantages of the old method are that it is more time-consuming and involves more time outdoors. The new method is more costly. Materi­ als costs are higher for tubing and there is a need for fewer helpers. Both the old and the new methods can have negative aspects. Buckets can leak due to cracks, and tubing can get tangled up; if one tube is plugged, all the tubes are plugged. Out­ door pests such as squirrels also have a sweet tooth for the tasty treat. They find their way to the tubing and chew through it, releasing the sap. This causes air leaks and the loss of precious sap. The air leaks have to be found and the tubing patched for proper flow. The way the sap is heated has also changed. One old method that is still being used is by burning wood. The heat­ ing is kept natural and is cheaper to bum, but it is time-consuming collecting the wood. The new method of heating sap is through evaporators which run on propane, gas, or oil. With gas prices being high, many syrup producers prefer burn­ ing wood in evaporators. No matter what method is used, the old or the new, or how it’s heated, the final product is the same. It’s up to the boiler’s methods and their individual tricks of syrup production, and most importantly, the consumer’s taste. Maple Cream — Boil maple syrup to a temperature of 20 degrees farenheit, above the boiling point of water. Cool quickly until temperature reaches 70 degrees and stir until it’s creamy. Sa^InaS 61st Congratulations on Your Annual Maple Syrup Festivall Give Summer The Cold Shoulder FIRST STEP — Paul H. Felder (left), Andrew Howard Krolik (center) and Lacey Ripley are shown investigating a sap bucket at the Ripley farm in Vermontville. The methods for producing maple syrup have changed over the years, but the result is still the same sweet treat. Festival parking hosted by wrestlers By JEREMY WISER Once again, the Maple Valley Wrestling team will be in charge of the Wrestling Boosters park­ ing. Parking will be at the baseball field, located behind the businesses on Main Street , from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The cost to park is $1.00 per vehicle. is that they take an overnight trip to Edwards­ burg, Michigan, each year for a weekend wrestling meet. The costs for this trip includes food and a hotel for one night. They usually collect around $500 from this parking booster every year, which takes care of all the costs. Congratulations To Queen Camille & Her Court and to Vermontville on 61 Years of Celebration! We support you...and carry all your automotive needs! With An Armstrong Ar Conditioner Assistant Wrestling Coach Tony Wawiemia is the head man in charge. The Varsity Wrestling team’s captains are Jason Silsbee and Josh Grasman. They will take on the responsibilities of schedul­ ing workers and collecting money. The wrestlers do this year in and year out for one main reason — which 4NAPAB Ul m auto parts TURN-UP THEHEAT Meguiar's Cleaner/Wax (14-oz. Paste)#A1214 499 Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish (5-oz.) #05100 HOWAERS'' ***• a aluminu1* </> nnrm BBS Heating & Ventilating I 504 Island Hwy., Charlotte K/'5 * 11'7/1 543-11040 member polish Mothers California Gold Carnauba Cleaner/Wax (16-oz.) #05701 TURTLE WAX Zip Wax Car Wash 499 free Duct Cleaning W£ST£RN MICHIGAN LOOK FOR THE HEATING AND COLING PRO... FOR THE FINEST IN SALES, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE Experts For Over 47 Years! 24 Hr. Emergency Service B Strength you can rely on Armstrong www.armstrongair.com <o MIKE’S AUTOMOTIVE 135 S. Washington, Charlotte 543-6220 �16 - Lansing Community Newspapers Vermontville Festival Corporations Members Troop 46 Boy Scouts (Charlotte) RO. Box 204 Eaton Rapids 48827 (517) 204-0302 The Brodbeck Family 10560 E. Brown Rd., Lake Odessa 48849 (616) 367-4102 Tim Gearhart & Family 5554 N. Cochran, Charlotte 48813 (517) 543-9655 Joyce Haigh & Family Rt #1 573*7 Benton Rd., Charlotte 48813 (517) 543-3555 The Larry Haigh Family 6903 S. Lacey Lake Bellevue 49021 (616) 763-3107 Gerald Lund strum R-3 10732 Kinsel Nashville 49073 (517) 852-9167 Martin Maple Products Merle Martin, R-l, 5720 Brown Rd., Vermontville 49096 (517) 566-8526 Wayne Pennock Mari-Way Farms 10404 E. M-79 Hwy. Nashville 49073 (517) 852-9547 John Ripley Vermontville 49073 (517) 726-0187 Viele Maple Acres Norma Viele, R-l, 8413 Brown Rd., Vermontville 49073 (517) 726-0394 or Fax (517) 726-0859 Earl Wilson & Son April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Petting Zoo allows for new experiences about different kinds of rabbits or how the different ani­ mals feel. . The 4-H Club also has other major projects which they The annual Petting Zoo will be open on Saturday of festival weekend from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Maple often do each year including: the county fair, community Manor Barn. All the members ofthe Vermontville Junior service, an award banquet in November. They also donate Farmer 4-H Club will take part in the zoo. Other people to area Christmas baskets for the needy, complete sewing projects, and do arts and crafts, woodworking, and can come andjoin the 4-H Club members, too. The idea for opening the Petting Zoo is to let the pub­ leather projects. They often have meetings on the third lic learn about a variety of farm animals. They usually Monday ofevery month to do those projects. Sarah Pierce, S ece, wo who iss cchairman oof the e Petting e g Zoo oo at have rabbits (different breeds), chickens (different breeds), sheep, pigs, goats, a young calf, a pony or burro the festival, used to be a 4-H leader for seven years but (sometimes), and ducks or a turkey. There will be no no longer does it. “Marcia Grant, Karla Rumsey, Kim Eldred are leaders charge for the Petting Zoo, but they ask for donations. Club members, who also decorate the zoo, will answer now for the 4-H Club,” she said. Her daughter, Autumn Pierce, a student at Maple Valquestions about the animals, their care, and other ques­ ley, has participated in the 4-H Club, especially the Pet­ tions. The 4-H Club originally started in 1943, and they ting Zoo, for 9 to 10 years. “This zoo has a lot of fun. It helps kids to understand have done the Petting Zoo since 1972, missing only a few many new things such as the habits of the animals and years. Autumn Pierce explained that “ 4-H means: Head, pets around them,” Autumn Pierce said. “It also give the Heart, Hands, and Health. That is also the idea of the young members in the club the chance to help people and get together in the club.” club.” They are going to do the Club Fair after the Festival They want to share with other people by talking with them and telling them about their animals. The new also. That’s a week during July when they will sell candy members in the club can learn from the old members and when food is shown. They often do dances, acting, when they go to the zoo. The members of the Ver­ and a talent show. The 4-H Club opened with the idea to help people montville Junior Farmers 4-H Club, who are from three school districts (Maple Valley, Hastings, and Lakewood), become nearer to and to understand their pets and ani­ can teach many things. Also, city people who have never mals. They also are willing to answer all people’s ques­ had the chance td get close to animals can have a new tions. So come and join in the Petting Zoo as soon as it’s experience and gain new ideas. They may gain knowledge opened on Saturday. By MAI CHI NGUYEN Arts and crafts show at Maplewood School By MAI NGUYEN The Arts and Crafts show will be open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and again on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Maplewood School in Vermontville. There is no charge for people to attend the show, which will be both inside and outside ofthe building. There are about 100 to 125 booths from all types of crafters and ven­ dors. Each vendor was charged $50 to rent a booth. Many things can be found at this show — such as wood­ en crafts, needlework, dolls, ceram- ics, painting, jewelry, and so forth. “It’s always a good-show — it is well tended and has good atten­ dance,” said Mrs. Hildred Peabody. “The show has now become quite popular.” With a 30-year-old tradition, the Vermontville Women’s Club started to take part in the syrup festival. Each year, there are more and more vendors who want to show their crafts, so the club decided to estab­ lish a deadline for applications. Even though the deadline is gone, there still are many people who want to apply and, unfortunately, they need to wait for the next Syrup Festival season. Before the show, the members of the Women’s Club check very care­ fully the quality of all the things which vendors bring in. By checking, they can make sure they will have a good show and will have good atten­ dance. There are many members from the club who help prepare the annu­ al exhibition. The money collected from the craft show will be used by the Women’s Club to help with their many projects within the communi­ ty 9646 Thornapple Lake Rd. Nashville 49073 (517) 852-9193 Trails End Maple Syrup Mike & Stephanie Thome 10354 W. Kinsel Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 852-9798 The Benedicts Family Maple 9498 Round Lake Vermontville 49096 (517) 726-1014 Grace Community Church ‘taking it to the streets’ By CASSAUNDRA HAGER On Sunday, the 28th Of April, Grace Commu­ nity Church of Nashville will be having their morning services on Main Street in Ver- CITIZENS L.L.C Is Now Serving You From Three Convenient Locations 7758 Otto Rd. 870 S. Main 415 Nelson CHARLOTTE VERMONTVILLE POTTERVILLE 54341878 72841514 845-2421 Let us be your Full Service Ag Dealer montville on the perma­ nent stage. That’s where where the church came up with the name, “Taking it to the Streets. The morning service will start at 11 a.m. and is expected to last around 45 minutes. The Pastor of Grace Community Church is Don Roscoe, and the assistant pastor is Rob VanEngen. This is Grace Community Church’s fourth year of “Taking it to the Streets” on Maple Syrup Festival weekend. They were asked to participate four years ago by the Maple Syrup Festival Committee and have continued do so every year. �V ’c S5 S5 Vermontville MaplG Syrup Edition $JX IlASSw, sst?s S«Si% The Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation decided to try an all-volunteer system for making maple syrup at Maple Manor this year. According to Fisher, the whole idea has been better received than they had ever imagined. “We have a large number of volun­ teers,” stated corporation president, Eugene Fisher. “We have had oodles of kids and their parents come to help.” Fisher thinks of it as a kind of a family outing in which the family learns abut making maple syrup while having fun together at the same time. On a daily basis, students at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville have been asking Fisher’s wife, Mary (a teacher’s aide at the elementary), if the corporation is going to collect sap. If ** 5 * a< '“W • lhinJJS**!<4ni 06764732 The Maple Valley High School March­ ing Band will be marching in the Maple Syrup Parade. As soon as the band members finished their annual Band Bust, they got started practicing for the parade. Mr. Vanderhoef, who is the music director at Maple Valley High School for both the high school and the junior high bands, has been directing both marching bands in the parade for 17 years. This year, the high school band will be led by Mr. Vanderhoef and the two drum majors, Becky Guernsey and Micah Tobias. Last year, the band per­ formed the musical numbers Cantina Band, Night Train and Jump, Jive and Wail. This year’s songs, which at press time had not been decided, will consist of songs with an upbeat tempo. The band will be marching and playing dur- By PAUL FELDER t ■ k (ute^flsnis ■ iU giriJijIiin) kl&B fsdteifili Hi int (tari 4 a r'jc: sbjb learning experience,” Fisher comment­ One of the changes Hayes has made ed. “We want to make it educational for involved dropping the hood down on kids, their parents, and for community the preheater. This was done to keep members.” the steam off and out of the preheater. The corporation now feels it has the This helps eliminate water from the expertise to use all-volunteer help. sap more efficiently while it is in the “I think we are putting on a quality preheater. Hayes also installed a boost­ project,” said Fisher. er fan in the evaporator’s finishing pan. Several members have helped a This fan draws the steam (water) out of great deal with this project, including the pan and out of the syrup which Steve Hayes and Bill Mason, both of reduces the length of time needed to Vermontville. Gerald Lundstrum, who complete the boiling process. sold his syrup-making business after During the Maple Syrup Festival, 70 years, has also been helping them to visitors to the Maple Manor can see the learn more about making good maple evaporator and other equipment used syrup. in making maple syrup. There will also “Steve and his family have been a be a video tape which shows the entire tremendous amount of help,” Fisher syrup process from tapping to boiling. stated. “He has made many improve­ Corporation members will be on hand ments and has helped get us more to answer questions throughout the updated and more efficient.” weekend as well. ing the parade and will also stop in front ofthe grandstands to play as well. The drum majors explained the band is excited about the Syrup Festival Parade because they are well prepared from their recent trip to Myrtle Beach. The band recently took a trip to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. There, the Maple Valley High School band compet­ ed in events such as a parade competi­ tion during which the band marched in a continuous forward motion in an actu­ al parade and was judged on their per­ formance. The band also competed in a concert and a jazz competition. The band students agree with Vanderhoef when he says the band puts a lot of hard work into this annual parade performance. The band will be marching down North Main Street in Vermontville during the parade on Saturday. They hope that everyone will enjoy their per­ formance as much as they like doing it. ON THE MARCH — The Maple Valley High School Marching Band is shown marching in last year’s Syrup Festival Grand Parade. Boy Scouts are association members ’■K afcta’ity *<&» S^WnW ~S femtWli the answer is yes, the students line up at the school’s telephone to call home to get permission to work with the corpo­ ration members. In addition to the school children, Fisher said the Vermontville Junior 4­ H Club also helps out a great deal. “They do this as a community serser­ vice project, and several National Honor Society students from the high school help with sap collection for ser­ vice points as well,” he said. There are approximately 37 people (not counting the 4-H Club) whose names are listed on the volunteer chart. “All the sap we collect is from inside town,” Fisher said. “We stay right in the village limits, and we have about 98 land owners who let us tap their trees. “We want this to be fun and to be a Maple Valley Marching Band to participate in Grand Parade By ANDREW KROLIK ?<&% *i^*‘ 17 Vermontville Syrup Corporation’s volunteer project a success By C. GATEWOOD WSi ansing Community Newspapers - Troop 46 of the Boy Scouts of Charlotte have been.a part of producing syrup since 1989. When they started, there was a new 4” by 12” evaporator bought and a new build­ ing for the syrup produc­ tion. Then, the Boy Scouts were state licensed, and after that they joined the Vermontville Syrup Asso- the syrup is running at a 40:1, which means it takes 40 gallons of sap to produce one gallon of syrup. On the average, there are between six and 12 boy scouts that come out to help. They help to col­ lect the sap, feed the wood into the fire, and help with the clean-up process when the syrup making is done. ciation. As of now, they have 500 taps, of which all are on tubing. Of that 500, they have- produced 72 gallons of syrup. They also are custom boiling for three other people, but that is not added to their own production. They have boiled around 8,000 gallons of sap between themselves and the three other people. As of now, Weisenbeig Insurance Agency, LLC PROGRESSIVE GRAPHICS™^ SILK SCREENING * COMPUTER DESIGN * COMMERCIAL OFFSET We're Your ONE STOP Printing Shop! Shirts • Caps • Jerseys • Signs • Banners Cards • Forms • Envelopes • Flyers • Resumes • Invitations... 115 S. Jefferson St. • Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-9249 • Fax 616-945-5001 1-800-945-08 *13 "The Wise Choice for Your Insurance Needs!" Home, Auto, Boat & RV "»9ratalatK^ S T"S"pO"ee Put our family owned agency to work foryou! Ask about our Preferred Rates. 103 Lawrence Ave., Downtown Charlott Drink & Food Specials! Across from old courthouse (517)-541-WEIS (9347) Toll Free@ 1-877-541-WEIS Fax: 517-543-7990 Camille During The Festival & Celebrate With Us! (9347) INSURANCE COMPANY ROADRUNNERS 177 S, Main, Vermontville Marinated Strawberry Sundae Sauce Maple Nut Fudge 1 quart fresh strawberries 1 cup granulated maple syrup 1 cup pure maple syrup 2 cups maple syrup 1/2 cup chopped nuts 1 tsp. butter Wash hull and coarsely chop strawberries. Mix maple sugar and maple syrup. Gently com­ bine strawberries with maple mixture. Cover and refrigerate to marinate at least 4 hours-overnight preferably. Serve over vanilla or strawberry ice cream. Boil syrup to 236 degrees. Remove from the heat and place in a pan of cold water. Cool to room temp. Stir vigorously until color begins to change, then add nuts. Pour into well buttered 8” or 10” square pan. Cut into squares while warm. Yields 16 pieces. �18 - April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers Ripley’s Maple Syrup is both a hobby and business 18 years old as a senior in high school. He produced 100 gallons that first year and currently makes an average of 800 gallons annually. Ripley, who is a full­ time farmer, said he learned about syrup pro­ duction by reading books as well as through trial and error. He generally starts the collecting season in late February by clean- By C. GATEWOOD Syrup producer John Ripley, ofVermontville, has been providing his tasty treat for 26 years. John said his syrup has made it to numerous homes in the United States and has even been shipped to some foreign countries. John remembers his first time collecting and making syrup when he was IN THE WOODS — Members of the Journalism II class are shown in Ripley’s wood. Shown (I. to r.) are Paul H. Felder, Jeremy J. Wiser, Andrew Howard Krolik, Lacey M. Ripley, Amber Wright, Cassaundra S. Hager, Mai Chi Nguyen and Amanda Cole. Not pictured is Amy Dawson. ing the buckets used for gathering sap and making sure that all oftheir equip­ ment is clean and in work­ ing order. The trees are then tapped, and the sap is collected and stored in a 2600-gallon stainless steel tank outside of the sugar house. Ripley uses a six-yearold 5’ x 16’ King evaporator which he heats by burning wood because he likes to “keep the process as natur­ al as possible.” “I like to run a little past what the state says,” Ripley commented about his syrup. “I like a little heavier syrup so mine weighs about 12 pounds instead of the 11 pounds the state requires.” Ripley sells his syrup for $28 a gallon and offers a variety of smaller sizes as well. He said he tries to stick to the same prices each year, increasing them only to cover his costs. There is not a Ripley family tradition of making maple syrup, according to John. I just caught the fever! he said. Ripley gets lots of help with syrup production from his wife Roxanne and his nephew, Jason Yerge. Family friend, Steve Crellar, also helps with the syrup process. SUGAR HOUSE — This photo shows Ripley’s sugar house on Carlisle Highway in Ver­ montville. “I do this on a little Ripley, who is in his larger scale than most,” fifth year as a corporation Ripley stated. “I do it for a member, taps trees in four hobby and as a business.” of his own woods. He also There is still a lot of taps one woods near Belle­ learning on the job, and vue and another on the Ripley claims he will prob­ other side of Vermontville. ably never learn it all. “It is hard to find good “Every year you learn woods these days because something; last year, for people log off their woods example , we should have for the money,” he stated. left everything in the “That big pay check looks shack,” he said, laughing. much better to some people than wallowing around in the mud collecting sap!” The most time-consum­ ing part of the syrup busi­ ness, in Ripley’s eyes, is the clean up. “It takes three days to clean up and get ready , then it takes one or two weeks to clean up after­ ward,” he said. Ellis E. Austin bridge in Vermontville A brief history of the Four Comers goods and to start syrup market for the farmers honors missing Navy commander production. Then, a group where they could bring in By PAUL FELDER By PAUL FELDER The Ellis E. Austin Bridge is located in Vermontville between Bradley and Shaytown roads on Vermontville Hwy. Austin was a former Navy commander who has been missing since the Vietnam War. On April 1, 1966, Ellis was shot down over North Vietnam. But there was no evidence ofAustin’s death, or that he was still alive either, according to Mr. Tom Williams, a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Chapter 29, in Ver­ montville. Austin, who was a career Navy officer for 25 years, is now considered a Prisoner ofWar and is listed as Missing in Action. To honor Austin, the Vermontville VFW named the old camel back bridge on Ver­ montville Highway the “Ellis E. Austin Bridge”. The bridge was dedicated to Austin on November 11, 1995. A memorial plaque with his name was hung, and a parade is held every year on April 21 to honor him. Ellis Ernest Austin was born on Janu­ ary 6, 1922 in Sunfield. He and his three younger brothers were children of Ada and Ernest Austin. All of the boys gradu­ ated from Vermontville High School. Ellis enlisted to the U.S. Naval Service on Jan­ uary 14,1941 in Detroit. Austin served in the Navy as Aviation Electronics Techni­ cian First Class until January 13, 1949. Then, he reenlisted himself in the Navy again. Ellis was married to Jacqueline Hul­ bert of Lansing. Together they had three children: Kathy, Gay, and Jeffery. Gay died of leukemia at the age of 29. Kathy has settled in California and Jefflives in Texas. Ellis Austin did what he loved to do best, says his daughter Kathy, “He enjoyed flying fast planes. The history ofthe Four Corners in Vermontville goes back to when the town was settled in 1836 by Sylvester Cochrane, a minister who brought 12 or 14 other farmers to settle in this land. The reason they came here was to buy this farm land to help produce (Open To All Golfers) League Meetings OO T1"1 F Maple Syrup FESTIVAL Mens League WOd., April 25 @ 5:30 PM Annual From The Employees Of Michigan 203 W. 3rd St., Vermontville • their own crops and sell them to the different set­ tlers. Vermontville is an old town which started as a small community with a heart for syrup produc­ tions. Now it has grown, but it still has the love for syrup that it has always had. Golf Leagues Are arming NOW! Welcome To The Queen Camille Wieland We are proud ofyou! ofthe farmers started the Methodist Church, which is the second oldest church in Michigan. Another group started the Congregational Church, which was later used as academy for dif­ ferent teachings. The square park was first intended to be a The Golf Counsels OPEN Now! Womens League Thurs., May 3 @ 6:00 PM Power Carts Available! Be Open For The Season, May 1"! BROADWAY ACRES 2 Miles S. of Charlotte - Turn West On Broadway Hwy 1 Mile Charlotte, Ml • 543-6723 OUR READERS ARE YOUR BUYERS! For advertising info, call (800) 543-9913. �April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition Lansing Community Newspapers ■ - 19 Haigh, Lundstrum receive memberships to MMSA By C. GATEWOOD In January 2000, long-time syrup pro­ ducer and Vermontville Maple Syrup Cor Cor-­ poration member, Joyce Haigh, of Charllotte, was awarded a lifetime membership to the Michigan Maple Syrup Association. This past January, Gerald and Leola Lundstrum of Vermontville were also awarded lifetime memberships to the state association. Until selling his busi­ ness last season, Gerald and Leola and their family had produced maple syrup for nearly 70 years. Haigh, along with her family, continues to make sweet maple syrup as well as maple candy creams and granulated maple sugar.. A lifetime membership, according to Haigh, means there are no dues for mem­ bership for life. “This is important to me because it is helping to build the Michigan State Asso­ ciation, the Vermontville Association and the syrup industry itself” states Haigh. Haigh, who has been a member of the Vermontville Syrup Corporation and the state association since 1968, says she has presented programs for the state associa­ tion annual meetings a number of times over the years. “I have made presentations on maple cream making, candy making, and I have even had long distance telephone conver­ sations to help people figure out how to make candy and cream,” she states. The state association, which meets in Clare each January, concentrates on mak­ ing their meetings as informative and educational as possible. After the formal business meeting, there are always indi­ vidual sessions or seminars which deal with such things as new types oftubing or spiles, tree diseases, candy making and so forth. This summer, the Michigan Association chartered a bus, and group members trav­ eled to Burlington, Vermont, for the annu­ al meeting of the National Association of Syrup Producers. While there, in addition to attending the actual meetings, the Michigan Association members visited five different producers and sugar bushes. They also visited Delta Processing, which is a bulk syrup processing and canning plant. The best part ofthis trip, according to Haigh, was the fellowship and rubbing elbows with important people. “It makes you feel more important to have them respect you and to have them listen to what you have to say” she added. Lunch at the Vermontville Congregational Church By AMBER WRIGHT When lunch time comes around during the 2001 Syrup Festival, you may enjoy a tasty hot roast beefsandwich dinner at the Vermontville Congregational Church. This church, which is filled with many smiling faces and a lot of “hello’s” and “how are you’s,” is located on the corner of North Main and South Main in Vermontville. By choosing the roast beef dinner, you will also get a choice of the following items included with your meal: mashed potatoes and gravy, cole slaw, homemade pie, and a Call (800) 543-9913 to learn how Lansing Community Newspapers can help your business. SERVING — The Vermontville Congregational Church will offer hot roast beef sandwich dinners during the 2001 Maple Syrup Festival. The church will also hold a raffle during the festival J&N Stone co Interior or Exterior Suitable for Any Type of Construction Fireproof No Footings Needed Congratulations to Queen Camille Wieland andher court and to the 61st Maple Syrup festival Celebration from... Nancy’s Beauty Shop 726-0330 ain St., Vermontville Lightweight Realistic Colors & Designs choice of beverage. For adults to eat this meal, it will cost $6, and for kids it will be $3. All of the money raised will go directly back into the church fund. The Congregational Church provides a place for boy and girl scouts, 4-H dubs, and the Vermontville Lions to get together. There will also be a raffle held during festi­ val weekend. The first prize will be a hand­ made queen-size quilt; second prize will be a twin-sized quilt, and third prize will be an afghan. The prizes will be raffled off at 5 p.m. on Saturday; the tickets can be pur­ chased at the roast beefdinner. Photographs For All Occasions Shirley's Chuckwagon Cafe 202 N. Main St, Nashville, Ml 49073 Mexican Night Every Other Friday (517) 543-3000 Fish Fry Every Other Friday MAPLE VALLEY CONCRETE PRODUCTS, INC. Sun.-Thurs. 6am-3pm, Fri. & Sat. 6am-9pm 312 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 517-852-2500 Happy Trails... CommercialIllustrations The Gardeners: Shirley and Richard South Side of Nashville on M-66 Phone (517) 852-1900 CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations Queen Camille Wieland and her court Free Estimates To Our Queen Camille Wieland We’re Very Proud Of You! Mace Pharmacy 852-0845 • Nashville Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Maple Apple Crunch 8 to 10 graham crackers, crushed 1/2 cup butter or margarine 4 apples 1/2 cup maple syrup Mix cracker crumbs and butter thoroughly. Slice apples. Butter a 1 quart baking dish and place apples In bottom of dish. Pour maple syrup over apples and add cracker and butter mixture Bake at 325 degrees F for 25 minutes. Top with whipped cream or ice cream. Serves 6 Repair and Towing 10708 W. Kinsel Hwy., Vermontville, Ml 49096 sa Mike 852-1649 Now Accepting Visa & Mastercard Maple Baked Ham 3/4 -1 inch ham slices 1/2 cup maple syrup Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees. Place ham slices into shallow baking dish. Pour maple syrup evenly over the top. Bake for 35 minutes, basting occasionally with juices. Use 1/2 cup syrup per 5 lbs. Serves 2-3 �20 - Lansing Community Newspapers April 22, 2001 Vermontville Maple Syrup Edition The Only Satellite TV System You Get With Free Installation Per Mojjjj* Is All You Faw Get a FREE DISH Network digital satellite TV system (Model 3822-3922) and FREE basic Professional Installation through April 30, 2001. Just subscribe to America’s Top 150, the best value in TV entertainment for only $39.99/mo. Valid major credit cards and 12-month commitment required. www.dishnet.com ■r ONLY $OQ99 The Best Value In TV Entertainment! L SPORTS: ESPN • ESPN2 • ESPNEWS • TVG • ESPN Classic • Your Regional Sports Network • CNN/Sports Illustrated • Speedvision • The Outdoor Channel Outdoor Life Network Discovery Wings • The Golf Channel • FOX Sports World • NEWS/INFO: • Court TV • CNN • Headline News • CCNIn • CCN International • C-SPAN • C-SPAN2 < NASA • The Weather Channel • CNBC • MSNBC • FOX News Channel • Bloombeg TV • FAMILY: • Nickelodeon/Nick at Nite (East & West) • Nickelodeon Games & Sports • Disney Channel (East & West) • Toon Disney • EWTN • Angel One • Lifetime • TBN • Cartoon Network • Fox Family Channel • Noggin • PAXTV • MOVIES The Movie Channel (West) • The Movies Channel 2 (West) • Encore West • Action • Love Stories • Mystery • True Stories • Westerns • FOX Movie Channel • Turner Classic Movies • Lifetime Movie Network • Romance Classic" • Independent film Channel" • American Movie Classics • VARIETY: • Style • Sci-Fi Channel • E! Entertainment • USA Network • TV Land • ValuVision • Comedy Central • QVC • A&E • Home Shopping Network • Shop At Home • INN • TBS • TNT • Bravo • FX • WGN • BET • BBC America • Game Show Network • SoapNet • The Biography Channel • WISDOM Television • LEARNING: The History Channel • History Channel International • Discovery Channel • Travel Channel • TLC • Animal Planet • Discovery Civilization • Discovery Home & Leisure • Discovery Science • Discovery Health • DYI • Food Network • HGTV • 12 Public Interest Channels • MUSIC: MTV • MTV2 • CMT • VH1 • DISH CD* with over 50 channels of commercial-free music • SPANISH: Univision • Galavision -share a channel A Radio Shack Dealer 543-3600 HOURS Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 219 Lansing St., Charlotte • Located next to McDonald’s " SPF±d S^tates ndA mH DI tSH NrevtwidoHdt " SPF±d a^as and may te pron virdeeud —t hrh n tdr ntnn r ll dih ntnn Offir brdt itr lit m vr bd n ltinLwl BrdtNtXk bvTtlt t(hDrMouAg) h aDnisouuntdtoBorro aandtceansnta N oertwa olorkcsalpdaicsthagaentse bnynas.atOelflift-eaira b rerooandlycaavsa t iplaicbtlue rfeorquparilvitaytem haoym vae rvyiebwasinegd aunpdo inn lloimcaitetidonarLeoaws l toBrhooamdecsa tshtaNt eatrXe ,tkas tbevdTaotaSltae a Grade A <rB pgy y p g , Latino Dos, Americas Top 50, Americas Top 100 CD or America's Top 150 programming will be charged a $5.00 per month Service Access Pee Prices rtn nnt inriurie chinninn aS?™ • not su°s?1” *? T ■ Latin0 DISH with primary receiver, and are subject co a $A 99 per month programming fee per receiver. All receivers must be connected to a phone line ESPN and ESPN2 oroarammino subiect tnchann.and hbrtn'VS.’T5r USt be in “"function for residential and commercial use. Some games telecast locally may also be included in ESPN pactages. Subscriptions subiect to applicable safes tax Commercial loratinraSu^^annmnrinS1? restnctl0ns'and' [ab“nsed “pafa^» programming subiect to blackout restriction nd licensed for residential use only REgional sports networks and Turner South r™at arailabte in^ all areas ?reB sSreTO *. i. PP °^ . ¥,ree™nt FOX Sports. Networks TlVussyasnteman fo or nseysPtreemmsiusmeleMcotevdie anadckaactievaotredotbheetrweueanlif2/in1/01roanrdam3/m3i1n/01totaAlin valaidt mleaajsot r$c3re9d9it8caardmomnuths t bThe is oZfferX not™ vaHlidd wXitthoman^v c otohmerm niftfteorc Snn2rSBrt ° ™*aB.ch la°nPflE1kba°5‘ E°dr °A?™ ^b?CiLaCs Tyo F1r0e0e 3C0O2 o2r oDrIS3H92L2atsinaoteDlliotes anv other nfferc Snn2rSBrt ° ™aB l°P 1k °‘ °r A™?Cas Top 100 CO orkDISH Latino alpupslya fnoyr aenayrloynteerPmreinmaituiomn Mofo sveiervpicaecskacgoenotarcottheSreequDaIlSifyHin NgeptrwoogrrkamOmffeinr gTetormtaslinagndatRleesatsritc$ti3o9n .f9r8 p o daemtaoilnsthPTrihraiss offofer rqn uaoltifvya inlidg with proqrXi<fo mrtX stata art localtax nbnpfrcRrffhft? TT CareS Pdn Dos apply for early termination of services contact See DISH Network Offer Terms and Restriction fro details Priras for qualify ing proqrXi^<fo^ mrtX stata art localtax^^nb^np'frc^Rrff'h^ft''?- ’TT’ k CareSPdn Innssttaallla tti oonn mpecrlrtseysstmemstaiHnsattiaolnle d of aonrda 2 p0rog draamh manintagn anactivhaotoekdatbe otwf oerean r2e/c1e/i0w1tr a«ndor3a/3IV1/0an1d eMuSiRmPe bnat steicstPinrof esOstih oenralinInssStatlilaotnionrc$s1ta9l9js aF£ree basicsePrrcofessto? Installation mclrtes mstaHation of ora 20~ d,ah antanna hookatp of ora receiwtr « ora IV and equipment testing. Other insStion rcstaljs a£y ser^c“ Sk ?• Kit or free basic Professional � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-04-24.pdf ecbf221d2418411eebe244f386a274ac PDF Text Text UACTWCS PUBLIC UB BA8T niSCH niSC MSRKS MOtfHMB „ Hastings & L^R^iTNo.7 Published by J-AdGrapfilcs, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 17/April 24, 2001 61st Syrup Festival starts Friday night by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The 61st annual Syrup Festival will open this weekend in Vermontville. Many of the year's past fa­ vorite events will be back, with a few new things in store, said organizers. The festival will begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday night, April 27, with the talent sliow on the main stage downtown. Winners from the show will appear back stage to finish off the fes- tival Sunday night. Rides for the kids (and the children in the adults) also will start Friday night. For older kids, a teen dance will be held at the Opera House from 9 to 11 p.m. Pancakes also will be served from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Legion Hall by the American Legion and Nashville Lions. Saturday will open bright and early with more pancakes at the Legion Hall and arts and crafts in Maplewood schools. The Maple Valley Jazz Band, under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef, will entertain the crowds, fol­ lowed by the Ionia-Maple Valley Community Band under the direction of An­ drew Mac Farland. The children's parade will start at 11 a.m. with the theme, "The Magic and Power of Books Comes to the Maple Syrup Festival. Schools to have all-day, alternate-day kindergarten All new this year will be the Little Miss Maple Princess Contest on Sunday at 5 p.m. in the Opera House. The 20 girls have been hard at work at their dance and talent routines. Superintendent Clark Volz presents high school head cook Charlotte Cowell with a certificate for her continuation of higher education. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Schools will move to all-day, alternate-day kindergarten next year, after action by the. school board last Mon­ day night (April 16). The decision has been in the making for a while, and Fuller Elementary Principal Judy Farnsworth had conducted a survey of parents in the district, most of whom where in fa­ vor of the change. In all-day, alternate-day kindergarten, the children go to school during the same hours as other stu­ dents .one day and get the next day off. In other business at the meeting, the board: * Heard that the electri­ cal contracts are being fi­ nalized for the new bus garage, and once that is finished, ground should be broken by the end of April. The bid was awarded to Lakin Construction. The price of the project is not to exceed $285,000. • Heard from Kelly Vorce, president of the Maple Valley support per­ sonnel union, who said the district is asking for unrea­ sonable and unapproved testing of its employees. She said she is also tired of the time it is taking to get her association's con­ tract agreement signed. She pressed Superinten­ dent Clark Volz to give her a time when it would be signed. • Heard from girls' soc­ cer coach Blane Perry, who is heading up the new club sport this spring. "The girls are working really hard," he said. "We have 20 girls, up from 15 last year and it is our eventual goal to petition the board for varsity sport status." Heard from teacher Karen Kirchhoff, who asked that the board con­ sider allowing paraprofes­ sionals to be allowed to participate in professional development and training in. technology. • Heard out elementary assesment in a presentation by teachers Rose Dunham and Deb Cooley. • Recognized Charlotte Cowell, head cook at the high school for her contin­ uing pursuit of education in her field. She has recently completed 50 hours of continued education with the state. The crowning of this years queen Camille Wieland will be done by last years queen Carissa Keasler. A presentation to this years Honored Citizen's Leo and Mary Malcuit will then follow. The Malcuit's are lifetime residents of the area. They were active members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation for over forty years. They have been farmers and syrup producers for many years. Leo remembers attending the first ever syrup festival, and helping his mom mop the floor under the tables that served pancakes. He said all the organizers of the first festival were surprised at how many pancakes they had made and the turnout of the crowd that came. He also said the date of the festival which was originally in March was pushed back to April because of the muddy streets. The Malcuit's have two sons, Joel and Mark and four grandchildren. Special music will follow the parade with the See Syrup Fest, pg. 2 The Children's Parade and the Grand Parade are Saturday morning and afternoon, and promise lots of fun entertainment for young and old alike. In This Issue The Revue to present “Pinocchio” in May Coach Mittelstaedt honored at local reception Attorney in child porn case can review photos Lions’ softball teams battle Morrice Orioles �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 2 Syrup Fest, continued from front page Syrup queen Camille Wieland (right) and alternate Jessica Ripely will reign over the festival this weekend in Vermontville. J CHERYL’S 1 1 HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI AI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children A There will be tons of craft booths in Maplewood school to shop at during festival this weekend. Maple Valley High School Choir, the Glen Erin Bagpipe Band, and Freedom Band. The Grand Parade starts at 2 p.m. and will feature a mix of old favorites and new performers. Chairperson Bonnie on your... 61st Annual... Maple Syrup Festival CITIZENS L.L.C. 870 S. Main Street Vermontville, MI 7758 Otto Rd. Charlotte, MI 415 Nelson Potterville, MI 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 * * * * Our goal is to provide the lowest cost, highest quality products and servicesfor efficient crop production in Central Michigan! « * « * Laverty said, "The parade will be a good size this year...we have 70 units, with some of the favorites and then we have some new things like teams of mules, the tulip time dancers, Westvale Dairy will also be here, dressed The ever popular arm wrestling contest will take place Sunday afternoon by the main stage. as cows and we even have a lawn chair drill team from Grand Rapids that do dances on lawn chairs." The Grand Parade theme this year is "The Mystery and Magic of Maple Syrup." Following the parade will be performances by the Dutch Dancers, and the Katy Did Cloggers. Smaller children will have a good time at the Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull. Continued next page �From previous page Pancakes, Bar-B-Que Chicken by the Lions, and Arts and Crafts continue on Sunday. Area churches offer services at 11 a.m. Sunday afternoon from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Blind Ambition takes to the stage. At 1:30, the queen and court will be introduced and games like arm The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 3 wrestling, and egg toss, among others will be played. In the Opera House, the Thornapple Valley Dulcimers will play from noon to 2 p.m. All new this year is the Little Miss Maple Princess Contest at 5 p.m. in the Opera House Sunday. Organizer Kathy Perez said close to 20 girls will perform talents and organized dance numbers. "Everyone will come away a winner, and one will come away with the crown," she said. A host of other activities will also be offered during the weekend such as a petting zoo, blacksmith and woodworking demonstrations and an antique car show. And of course all weekend, fresh Vermontville syrup will be sold. Gene Fisher, president of the corporation said, "It has been a good year for maple syrup producers, the quality this year was very high and the run was almost average." He said the volunteer sap collectors and boilers did a great job at the Maple Manor this year. Fisher said the idea of MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate having volunteers from the community participate in the making of the syrup was a great way to get people involved. "They did a fabulous job, and we really felt like it was a community effort...we are looking forward to doing it like that next year too, it was very well received." "We are just hoping everyone turns out for the festival for the free entertainment, crafts and the food and pancakes." Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 2 2 7 •> •N>.. tuiniio tMuiAniIiNo VJI. VSJTI.,, N n n nnonVILLC AoSnHVVIILLLLCE 4 - *-* 4-*-* Phone (517) 852-1915 OPPORTUNITY Fax: 852-9138 VMlA/iA/ hneinra-rAolAM'UA W\A/ph \A/epbh Site: VwMwlA/iwA/ .hlannesininrag--rrAeoallAesMt'aUtAe.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI......................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................................ 852-5066 There will be rides and games for children of all ages at the 61st annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival this weekend. NASHVILLE HASTINGS BRICK RANCH 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up; large living room, large dining room, newer central air Sr water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (M-119) 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, comer lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, convenient to town Sr low maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing Sr details today. (H-95) NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, large kitchen, open stairway Sr 2 car attached garage, great family home!! Call Nyle today to find out how to use your tax return to pur­ chase this home. (N-121) The Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society will entertain the crowds in the Opera House on Sunday from 12-2 p.m. $79,9001 VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "lUdor” style exterior, open floor plan, den w/firepiace, first floor laundry, back yard nice­ ly landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 6t has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front Sr rear stairs. Call Homer for more details Sr appointment to see. (N-117) Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, dose to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to seel (N-116) ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN fir RENT UP 5th Annual Sale Maple Syrup Weekend 2645 Arbor Rd., Vermontville April 27th & 28th starts at 8am Over 500 New Christmas Items Many Antiques and Collectibles Nice Clean Clothing - Infant & Adult Very Clean Refrig. & Stove - Piano ■ Linens - Bikes - Toys - Housewares - Glassware Many nice misc. items Call for Classifieds 945-9554 NEW LISTING "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE Newer windows, roof Sr furnace. Needs some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) VACANT LAND IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME It was a decent year for syrup producers, (shown here preparing syrup earlier in the season), and everyone is invited to come out to the 61st Annual Vermontville Syrup Festival and enjoy pancakes and syrup this weekend. ON 1.4 ACRES NE OF VERMONTVILLE, NEAR M-50, GOOD LOCATION, BLACKTOP ROAD. 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live down­ stairs Sr rent upstairs. 1\vo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim Sr pocket doors, fireplace with for­ mal dining room; great invest­ ment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-l 18) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fireplace, huge master suite on second floor. Call Nyle for all the "info". (CH-122) HIGH ON A HILL COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES West of Nashville. 2 bedroom ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,5001! Call Nyle today for a private showing. (CH-120) $269,900!! JUST LISTED! $184,9001 JUST LISTED! In country between Nashville Sr Hastings. Newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim troughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call (CH-124) Jerry. Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fire­ place, large kitchen w/oak floor­ ing 8r cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundty, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for ail the 'info*. New Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123L �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24,2001 - Page 4 Vermontville woman opens ‘Down to Earth Chase will offer many different herbal products and remedies for sale including a line called Fountain of Youth Dynamics made by Ted Kurdizel Jr. in her shop Down to Earth. Ginny Chase with her mother Janice Bumgardner will open Down to Earth, a garden shop in Vermontville on May 5. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer One year ago, Ginny Chase of Vermontville weighed in at over 200 pounds, was dissatisfied "&ob Custom Services, Inc. 8635 Thomapple Lk. Rd. • Nashville, MI 49073 Specializing in “Honey-Do ” Lists : Plumbing and Electrical maintenance Bathroom Remodeling • Custom Decks • Landscaping Free Estimates * 517-852-9080 Licensed & Insured with her high stress job managing an office, and felt like her true purpose in life was on the back burner. On May 5, she will open her herb and garden shop "Down to Earth," and real­ ize a dream come true for herself. "I had a high stress job, I was overweight, and I was unhappy. I felt my life did not have the purpose it should..." she said. "One day I took stock of my life and looked deep within myself to find out what I wanted. "I had a desire in my heart to find something that would give back to people, a place where they could come and feel rested, and could find peace." That led Chase through a series of events and the process of opening her small garden shop in Ver­ montville. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. K^luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNc and beauty supplies, gar­ den gifts, bird houses, and garden accents, books re­ lated to healing and nature and a variety of perennials and herbs among other items. The shop is also offering ongoing classes with such topics as kinesiology/live cell analysis and nutri­ tional profiling, candle making basics, herbal remedies, soap making, pampered herbal spa, cre­ ating healthy boundaries in 'fa/AP TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Continued next page HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800.535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twllite 4-6 pm dally $4.00 Kids A Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm ________ $4.75 with Student ID_______ $5.00 Late Shows Fri & Sat Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills > .25s Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU SHOWS EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM 4/28 I 4/29 LITTLE VAMPIRE (PG) While at Down to Earth a new garden shop opening in the Vermontville area, customers will be able to stroll through the Ginny Chase's herb gardens. She is pictured here standing with her mother Janice Bumgardner. With corrective eating habits and herbs and exer­ cise, Chase lost more than 70 pounds. Knowing that she wanted to fulfill her dream of opening the gar­ den shop, she quit her ca­ reer of five years. Thus, the adventure began. Chase has an extensive background in gardening. She is a graduate Ad­ vanced Master Gardener and a member of the Eaton County Master Gardener Association, a member of the Eaton County Pond and Koi Club, and Michi­ gan Herb Association. "Ever since I was little I have loved plants... I learned that from my mother(Janice Bumgard­ ner), she always had a big flower garden. It is a love we both share, and she is helping me open this busi­ ness. It is not only my dream, but hers as well." Chase said her mom was inspiration for the name Down to Earth. The name came when she was de- scribing her mother to an acquaintance. Her husband, David, and her father, Charles, will also be helping out. Chase and her husband created a rock waterfall in the back yard by the shop and have an extensive herb garden available to tour. "It is very peaceful," she said. The shop will sell herbal products such as essential oils, tinctures, natural bath SHOWS VALID 4/23 ■ 4/26 Q FREDDY GOT FINGERED (R) OIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATIR6 1:10, 3:10, 5:10, 7:20, 9:10 O JOSIE & THE PUSSYCATS (PG-13) 12:50, 2:50, 7:10 o JOE DIRT (R) 1:20, 3:20, 5:20, 7:20, 9:20 BLOW (R) 4:50, 9:30 SPY KIDS (PG) OIRITAL/STAOIUM SEATIRS 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 M3 1 Bag of Buttery Popcorn I one per ad O Hastings TANNING •4 *15 *25 *40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues -Thun. 8 am-8 pm; Fn. 8 am-7 pm. Sal 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 5 From previous page your life, creative memo­ ries journaling, Amish quilt making, and medici­ nal salves and tinctures, among more. For a complete list and description, call Chase at (517) 726-1243. Chase said she will be selling high quality Etera plants. She said the roots are so compact and well grown on the plant that when a it is purchased for $5.50 from her it is equiva­ lent to a two-gallon plant at the store. "I have chosen to go very high quality, but to keep it at a price that peo­ ple can afford." Chase will have a grand opening at the shop on her property Saturday, May 5, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. She said there will be door prizes, herbal refresh- ments, special discounts, garden informational handouts and more. The shop, which is lo­ cated at 2645 Arbor Road (second street past the high school going east), will be open ThursdaySaturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and during class times. Chase is also bringing her shop to the Farm Mar­ ket in Charlotte oh Mon­ days during the month of May and June (across from the post office.) There are several spots open on the Farm Market, and Chase is looking for people with natural crafts and garden related things to sell with her at the market. More information about the business can be ob­ tained from their web site downtoearthgardener.net. "This is a family affair and a dream come true for me... we are very excited about opening the shop," GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville The 852-1985 Maple Valley Chapel oodness of od 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Do you ever realize that when you awake each Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm done, and 1 forget about God and how good He has been to me and my loved ones. I realize that there are millions of people in the world with Ty> Chuckhwiargleoyns Cafe poor health who can't even get out of bed, but perhaps it is just n nature that we often don't appreciate something until we have lost it. We 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 P 0 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm s 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD should always try to be mindful of how Dixie Brand, Owner/ Licensed Builder Office: (517) 726-0721 (877) 726-1100 Fax: good God has been to us, and especially be grateful for His gentleness. We all have an occasional tendency to be overly concerned about inconsequential things H ORIZO N ™’13<w A SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager Sometimes when I get up in the morning, I am thinking about all of the things that I have to get J LUMBER & HARDWARE “ , (517) 852-0840 morning, God has given you another wonderful day to rejoice and celebrate the gift of life? fflHOMSTOVi she said. instead of focusing on what is really important in dur lives. Psalm 31:19 tells us, "How wonderful horizon@ia4u.net Builders & Homes Sales, INC. 2475 Ionia Road - Vermontville, Ml 49096 are the good things you keep for those who honor you! Everyone knows how good you are, how securely you protect those who trust you." HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL For the Lord is good; His steadfast love endures forever, and Hisfaithfulness to all generations. CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! a 945-9554 R.S.V. Psalm 100:5 MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm SWOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. Askfor our sales Dept. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 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 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. Sunday School.......................... 9:45 Morning Worship.......................... 11 Evening Worship............................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... 11 a.m. Church School .................. 0a.m. Fellowship rime After Worship REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ...' 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 am. P.M. Worship............ .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................ -7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.......... ■ -8 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH . Meeting at Maple Valley High School M.orning 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 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 SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets M-79 West S.unday Schoo 0 a.m. W.orship.......... 1 a.m. . PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: „ ............................... 9:15 a.m. Morning P rayer „ ......................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Worship Service ........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. r........ 11:15 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardl 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday April 24 2001 - Page 6 The Revue to present ‘Pinocchio’ in May by Shawna Hubbartb Staff Writer The Revue will present the fourth annual children's musical "Pinocchio* in the beginning of May. The show, which fea­ tures kids of all ages, is the traditional story of Pinocchio and his kindly father, Geppetto, based on the book by Carlo Collodi. "It is really good show for families, obviously," said Director Pat Hansen. "It would be a great time at the theater with mom or grandma for Mother's Day Weekend," she said. Show dates are set for May 4, 5,11 and 12 at 7 p.m., and May 6, and 13 at 3 p.m. For reservations call (616) 367-4455, or e-mail phansen@voyager.net. Tickets are $6 for adults, and $5 for senior citizens and students. Cast and characters in­ clude Nate Smith, Bethany Wenger, Bradley Joubert, Erin Hummel, Zeke Wieland, Mitchell Joubert, Brandi Walden, Garret Van Engen, Kyle Pash, Sara Pash, Micah Coplin, Aaron Curtis, Chelsea Shoemaker, Austin Coplin, Kristen Hummel, Andrea Jarvie, Amanda Kirchhoff, Alaina Mater, Erin Shoemaker, Kathleen Welch, Rebekah Welch and Jonathon Yenger. Behind the scenes are producer Bill Reynolds, music director Ryan Rosin, Tricia Carney, Pat Hansen, Maggie Hart, Sherry Shoemaker, Brian * * M M id w 4k* The cast of "Pinoccio" consists kids varying in ages from 4 years to eighth grade. Bill 10 j I Wt*l I UW I jet IllM Is fbl W 4^1 a tail 1 । linntH Isisrit ii4 would be a great time at the theatre with mom or grandma for Mother’s Day Weekend. tea IesUb nm Hindi | W khi® RM II Rfej I •OR rhui ...to my wife, children grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and nephew and wife. Also, employees of Clay's Dinnerbell Restaurant, Nashville, Ml for making my 80th birthday party very special." Special thanks to Jodi, Darcy, And Ellen. Cast members have been hard at work preparing for "Pinnocchio" which will open at the Vermontville Opera House starting May 4. Kebue presents 4th Annual Children’s Musical Pinocchio Vermontville Opera House May 4, 5,11 & 12 at 7:00 p.m. May 6 & 13 at 3:00 p.m. Adults $6, Seniors, students & children $5 Plan a special time at the theater with your special Mom or Grandmafor Mother’s Day Weekend. Glendon Flory Make your reservations now!! Call 616.367.4455 or e-mail phansen@voyager.net Fall Show: Steel Magnolias, Sept 6-9, 2001 Auditions July 23, Call 616.367.4455 for information �The Maote Valley News. Nashvile. Tuesday. April 24, 2001 - Page 7 Mabie M. Wheeler- Stephanie Ann (Martin) Rand VERMONTVILLE Stephanie Ann (Martin) Rand, age SI, of Vermontville died Monday, April 16,2001. Stephanie was born Sept. 6, 1949 in Lansing the daughter ofJack and Venice (Parr) Martin and was a life­ long area resident and was a 1967 graduate of Charlotte High School. She worked six years for Messa, two years at Michigan Farm Bureau, two years for American Cancer Society and several years as a nurses aid. Stephanie is survived by her husband, Tim; daughter. Autumn; one sister, Sandra Gilding of Charlotte; one brother, Jeffery Martin of Pentwater, her parents. Jack and Venice Martin of Hastings; grandmother, Evah Parr of Charlotte, four nephews, Scott (Becky) Gilding of El Cajon, CA; Matt (Kathy) Gilding of Charlotte; Ryan Gilding of Richmond, VA and Jesse Gilding of Holland, Ml; mother-in-law, Delores Rand of Lansing; three brothers-in-law, Kirk (Vickie) Rand of Decatur, Ml, Randy (Jane) Rand of Grand Rapids and Shawn Rand of Lansing and sister­ in-law, April (George) Mochmar. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Lloyd Martin; grandmother, Doris Martin and grandfather. Carson Parr, all of Charlotte. At Stephanie's prior request, cremation has taken place. There will be no viewing or visitation. Memorial services were held Friday, April 20, 2001 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Rev. Robert H. McGraw of St. Michael's Catholic Church, Grand Ledge offici­ ated. In lieu offlowers, memor­ ial contributions may be given for her daughter, Autumn Rand’s education or to Ingham Hospice. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home. HASTINGS - Mrs. Mabie M Wheeler, age 76, of Hastings, died Sunday, April 15,2001 at her home. Mrs Wheeler was bom on Nov. 7. 1924 in Castleton Township, Barry Count}-. MI, the daughter of William and Ila (Elliston) Sears. She was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings schools. She was married to John Wheeler in the early 1940s and he died Nov. 24, 1970. She lived all her married life in Nashville, MI and the past 18 years at her present address. She was employed at Hastings Manufacturing Co. for 28 years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of Hastings Manufacturing Retirees, U.A.W.. Union, enjoyed gardening, crochet­ ing and sewing. Mrs. Wheeler is survived Sears ofMiddleville; several by her daughter. Jean A. nieces and nephews. (Donald) Fox of Freeport; five grandchildren. Bruce Preceding her in death Welker of Hastings. Teri "ere parents, husband, bro­ Welker ofWayland. Tammy thers: Harry and Kenny (Mike) Hall of Freeport. Sears, sister; Ruth Service. Richard Fox of Hastings and Services were held Fri­ Steven Fox of Freeport; five day, April 20, 2001 at Wren great grandchildren. Missty Funeral Home. Home Rev. Jo Welker, Layn Welker. Kenneth R. Vaught officiat­ Ashley Fox, Benjamin Fax. ed. Burial was at Barryville Scott Hall; sisters, Lett Cemetery’. Castleton Town­ Main of Florida, Eva ship. Barry County. ML Thomas of Virginia. MarMemorial contributions vela Ondriezek of Georgia, may be made to the charity Shirley Linker of Hastings. ofone\ choice. Henrietta Service of Hast­ Arrangements were made ings, Gladys Purdum of by’ Wren Funeral Home of Hastings; brother. Donald Hastings. fa* a that cup tn K gn tothe Bony Comnxxvty Foundation b used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the peace you designate. Ask your funeral dtector for mote kifcJi(notion on the Barry Community Foundation or cal Elsie Bryle Lubitz VERMONTVILLE Elsie Bryle Lubitz of Vermontville passed away Monday, April 16, 2001 at E.W. Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, MI at the age of78. She was born Oct. 27, 1922 in Arlington, Fayette County, Iowa, the daughter of Raymond Howard and Ester Elizabeth (Oaks) Hinch. On Sept. 18, 1939 she married Ervin Arthur Otto Lubitz at the Corliss Luth­ eran Church, Perham, Otter Tail County, Minnesota. They were married 61 years. Mrs. Lubitz was born in Iowa, moved to Minnesota as a child, married in Minnesota, moved moved to Lansing, MI in 1939, moved to Sunfield, October of 1957, moved to Horsehead Lake, Mecosta, MI in 1986, moved to Vermontville in 1998. She had various places of employment, Oldsmobile in Lansing, Marigold Rest­ aurant, Sunfield (owned and operated), Welch Hardware, Sunfield, Hanna's Locker, Sunfield. Her hobbies were knit­ ting, crocheting, crafts ofall kinds, and especially help­ ing dad in his woodworking shop. She loved to read, bowl, fish, cook for her hus­ band and family, and was always ready and willing to help everyone she could. Her hands were never quiet. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers and sisters, Donald Hinch, Marathon, Florida, Joseph Hinch, St. Louis, Michigan, and Dorothy Taylor, Roelyn, Iowa. Surviving are her hus­ band, Ervin Arthur Otto Lubitz ofVermontville; four children, Eugene (Jan) Lubitz, Woodland, MI, Janice (Les) Sedore, Grand Ledge, MI, Ervin Jr. (Laurie) Lubitz, Sunfield, MI and Gary (Chris) Lubitz, Corpus Christi, Texas; 13 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren. A special poem for Elsie Lubitz: She was born and she died, hut what does that mean? What does that say, ofthe life inbetween? Those who knew, knew a woman, a wife, a mother, grandmother, afriend all through life. She was strength in the hard times, comfort when sad, an anchor, supporter, through good times and bad. She was creative and car­ ing, marriedyears to one man, out ofthat union came Erv, Gary, Gene, Jan. Herfamily was central, to her life here on earth, she applauded each marriage, andjoyous new birth. Life inbetween, was happy and blessed, we ’re gladfor each memory, as we lay her to rest. How, we trust our creator, andplace in hand, this woman so loved, by the whole Lubitz clan. A graveside service was Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. CaU 945-9554 today. held Friday, April 20, 2001 at the Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken, Michigan. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the S.P.Y.’s scholarship fund in memory of Mrs. Lubitz. AKA Sunfield Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. The family was served and arrangements made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel. For more information log onto www.legacy.com. Hastings City Bank can help you plan your future with the products and know-how to help you start a Plan for your future with solid retirement plan or strengthen an existing one, Certificate of Deposit (CD) - When you select a CD as an investment option, you lock in a fixed rate of return by investing a minimum of $500 for a specified term - 182 days to 8 years. • Advantage IRA CD - Take advantage of the great rate and flexibility offered by our Advantage 24 Month IRA CD Statement Savings IRA - Open with as little as $50 and add to the account any time, for any amount. Trust Department - offers IRAs that utilize stocks, bonds and other investment products. We're here to help you plan for the future. To learn more about IRA accounts at Hastings City Bank, call or stop by any office an > (fiiv Sank Member FDIC CatiMill vtmr fax advisor rrgarahn# y m»r personal itn situation Early *i(hdra*ral penalties may apply Na early witMrawal penalties foe IRS^u&hfied dubanemcMs Securities products are offered through both Northern Trust and Goldman Sorb* frivttf meat Senricr* Carparafiae The praAurit are am deposits or obligations of. or guaranteed by Hastings City Bank or any ofits bunk or nan-bank affiliates These products are. not insured by the TDK or any other government agency and unolir investment risks. including possible loss of the principal amount invested �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 8 Coach Mittelstaedt honored at reception Maple Valley High School head varsity football coach Guenther Mittelstaedt was inducted into the Michigan High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame April 7, and to honor their leader, a local reception Friday night was held at the nigh school. On hand were many of Mittelstaedt's former and current players, coaches, teachers, administrators and members of the extended Maple Valley football Superintendent Clark Volz hands coach Mittelstaedt a plaque to commemorate his special honor. family. Those in attendance not only came to honor the coach, but to tell stories of their association with Mittelstaedt. A number of topics were discussed... from biggest thrills (1987, first playoff appearance for the Lions and 1990 first undefeated regular season) to stories of a football referee who not only had to officiate a Lions football game, but did no without getting his uniform too dirty. Clark Volz, the superintendent at Maple Valley Schools, said he was "so proud of Guenther and his work" and mentioned that winning in football, just as in life, "doesn't take glitz, it takes guts." Speakers such as Volz and Maple Valley High School athletic director Mike Sparks mentioned that Mittelstaedt is more than just a coach, as he often provides parenting and teaching help to many players and kids in need. When the coach got up to speak he made sure he thanked his many coaches, administrators and the players who have worn a Lions uniform. After calling off the list of names, Mittelstaedt said, "I hope I didn't miss anybody." When going over past games and experiences, Mittelstaedt became quite Coach Mittelstaedt holds up the cake made in his honor for being chosen to the Michigan High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame. Clark Volz, the superintendent at Maple Valley Schools, said he was “so proud of Guenther and his work” and mentioned that winning in football, just as in life “doesn’t just take glitz, it takes guts.” animated, especially during a tale of a past battle versus Lakewood. "I have some great memories; I've sure enjoyed it," Mittelstaedt said. Mittelstaedt began his time at Maple Valley in 1973, choosing the area school over North Muskegon and Kent, Ohio. For the past 28 years, the coach has worked to do his part in the students' educational experiences. During his speech, Mittelstaedt talked about one concern he has, putting football over his family. Still, his impact on the program, on the school and on the lives of many young students has produced much success during the past 28 years. Continued next page on your... 61st Annual (517) 852-9609 • M-66, South of Nashville Maple Syrup Festival Carl’s Supermarket i HAMBURGER iHILLS BROTHERS HELPER Hamburger OHelper i COFFEE 99 With Coupon. Expires 4/30 ■V 26-32 Oz. With Coupon.. Expires 4/30 Nabisco - Asst. Snack Spartan 2-Ltr. CRACKERS POP 2/$400 With Coupon. Expires 4/30 i2/$1°°! 2001 18 ft. Aurora Pontoon Fishing Package • 22" diameter pontoon - .080 thick • Anodized railings • Roto-mold furniture bases • 3/4” 7-ply treated deck with lifetime limited warranty • Bimini top with boot • Bow eye 2001 Mercury 25 hp 4 stroke with power trim ^ERCURY1 •800»MERCURY With Coupon. Expires 4/30 The \Nater Calls www.mercurymarine.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 9 From previous page PHOTO A number of coaches who work with Mittelstaedt or have opposed him from time to time were on hand for the special Friday night gathering. FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! INe want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing His former junior varsity coach, Gary St. Onge, said "there was never a kid good enough for the varsity." A football coach from Leslie believed that it would be a good idea for Mittelstaedt and his Lions to start putting the ball in the air a bit more. "Listen to these people Guenther," the Blackhawk mentor said. It appears that just about anyone who works in football, knows who Guenther Mittelstaedt is. When he was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the University of Michigan, Mittelstaedt's son Joel spoke with Wolverine mentor Lloyd Carr and through that chat found out that Carr was up on who coach Mittelstaedt was. NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... The coach spoke about many memories that he has had during his 28 years at Maple Valley and during his 16 years as the Lions' varsity football mentor. In his 16 years as head of the varsity football team at Maple Valley, the Lions have gone 123-38, won nine Southern Michigan Athletic Association ssocaton championships, camponsps, qualified for the State playoffs on nine occasions, won two regional titles and competed in a State final in the 1997 playoffs. Mittelstaedt said Friday he expects to be around for another five years coaching football. He has five more years left to teach, so he has five more years left to lead the Lions. panoramic 4x7 APS Processing 4x6 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Send us your photos from Alumni banquet will be May 26 Plans are underway for the annual Maple ValleyNashville-Vermontville Alumni Banquet Saturday, May 26. The punch hour will begin at 4:30 p.m. for alumni to chat with classmates. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m., with a short program to fol- low. Honored educator this year will be Russ Coons. All graduates of Maple Valley, Nashville and Vermontville high schools are invited. Honored classes will be 1951 (50 years) and 1976 (25 years). Reservations and payment of $9 are due by May 12 to Maple Valley Alumni Association, 704 East St., Nashville, 49073. For more information or news about classmates, call secretary Pam Dunn, 726­ 0416, Artha Shaw 852-9389, or Donna Hickey 852-0730. acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives s$495 Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service Welcome to our Up 61st Annual i Maple V Syrup n [[Festival^ - * V floppy disk, CD or via email to: 5x8 - $2.50 8x10 as low as F Center Custom W® w order qelMnking • jPes! jPes! S Check our pn^ 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $ 1lQv5 0 as low as 250 1-color a DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON Spring Do it with the best... Second Set of Prints 35mm or APS Looking for Specialty Papers? 99* We have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures with original processing Offe^qoocHhru^^ril 2001 Rakes, Shovels, Paints Fertilizers, Plumbing, Ele Supplies and Lots More. For all your needs, see us! VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street • Vermontville 517-726-1121 HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 8 pm; Sun. 10 am - 5 pm NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or W Copies 'rices! Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! my (M-43) Hastings 45.9105 jflthe G^y Bam i-6:00 • SAT 8:30-1:00 �<• V.iiiet hLwInrdte. Tuesday April 24. 2001 — Page 10 May 12 Foundation to hold informational meeting A meeting to inform members of the public about the functions, struc­ ture. history, regulations and goals of the Barry Community Foundation will be held in Nashville April 30. The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Maple Grove Township Hall, located on M-66 on the south side of Nashville. Russ Keech, a member of the foundation's board of di­ rectors, will host the meet­ ing. Keech and foundation Executive Director Bonnie Ballinger invite all who are Call 945-9554 for classifieds interested to attend. The meeting is expected to last until 9 p.m. The foundation is a tax­ exempt non-profit organiza­ tion that currently holds 51 separate charitable funds with assets of over $4 mil­ lion. It uses interest and in­ come from gifts placed in endowments to administer grants and community pro­ grams. An in-depth presen­ tation with time for ques­ tions is planned to inform the public regarding both participation in a tax-de­ ductible donation and apply­ ing to receive a grant. For further information, call the foundation offices, (616) 945-0526, or visit the foundation web site, www.barrycf.org. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours (517) 852-2143 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems CALENDAR OF EVENTS MSU EXTENSION OFFICE April 24 April 25 April 26 April 27 April 28 April 30 April 30 April 30 May 1 May 1 May 1 May 2 May 3 May 5 May 6 May 7 May 7 May 7 May 7 May 9 May 10 May 12 Calendar of Events Rabbit Development Committee - Cancelled. Goat Development Committee - Cancelled. Poultry Developmental Committee - Cancelled. Small Animal Sale Committee - Cancelled Trail Clinic, 1 p.m., at Lux Arbor. First Aid Workshop, 6 p.m. at Expo Center. Horse pre-registration (blue and green). Cat pre-registration forms due at Extension Office. Trail Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Extension Office. Master Gardener Class at Community Room, C/L Building. Dairy pre-registration due at the Extension Office. Livestock Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Expo Center. Non-livestock Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Expo Center. Open Horse Show, 8 p.m. at Expo Center. Open Speed Show, 10 a.m. at Expo Center. Barry Count Homemakers, “Plant Exchange” Cancelled - date change. Demo Garden Meeting, 6 p.m. at the gardens. Master Gardener Association Meeting, 7 p.m. at C/L Comm. Rm. 4-H Cat Workshop 7 p.m., 8:30 at Hastings Middle School. Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Expo Bldg. Companion Animal Committee Mtg., 7 p.m. at Extension Office. Judged/Comp Trail Ride, Yankee Springs at 8 p.m. May 14 May 20 May 22 May 22 May 24 Vet Science Day, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Al Eavey s Clinic, Hastings. Horse Development Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Extension Office. Point Horse Show, 8 p.m. at Expo Center. Barry County Homemakers Plant Exchange/Homemade remedies, 5-9 at Fish Hatchery Park., please note change of location! Pocket Pet Workshop on caged pets (mice, gerbils, rats, etc.) 6-7:30 at Fuller St. Cafeteria, Nashville. 4-H Teen Leadership Meeting, 7 p.m. at Extension Office, Hastings. Nashville Lions Club holds annual dinner Lyle Dunn celebrates 80th Relatives and friends are invited to an 80th birthday celebration and luncheon for Lyle Dunn on April 29th from 2-5 p.m. at Cunning­ ham Acre, Lake Odessa. Your presence and/or a card will be a memorable gift for him. Those wishing to send Rep. Gary Newell (center) recently spoke to the Nashville Lion’s Club at their dinner meeting. Gary is pictured with Lion President Dave Mace and Lion Jim Sherman. cards, his address is 2330 Lawrence Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058. COA MENU Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, April 25 Chef’s choice. 3 cheese pork gemelli, sweet potato souffle, winter blend, juice. Thursday, April 26 Chicken fettucini, green beans, diced carrots, Jell-o. Friday, April 27 Baked fish, squash, asparagus, rice pilaf, fresh fruit. Monday, April 30 Beef stew, biscuit, beets, pineapple. Lite Meals Wednesday, April 25 Peanut butter and jelly, cinnamon raisin English muffin, poppyseed corn, diced peaches. Thursday, April 26 Cheese and macaroni sal­ ad, broc and raisin salad, mandarin oranges. Friday, April 27 Egg salad, w.w. crackers, cucumber salad, tropical fruit. Monday, April 30 Cheese spread, marinated vege’s crackers, fruited Jello. Tuesday, May 1 Pineapple chicken, cole slaw, muffin, mixed fruit. Marge Andrews was the lucky winner of the two giant bunnies given away in a drawing at Mace Pharmacy.. Pictured with the bunnies is Marge’s granddauqhter Abby Smith. A $ The Dog House e ® & Pet Grooming "hi Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and DEli v cry ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer M 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 gb Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �Looking PRINTER? PULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones 1 -HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! • Letterheads • Folders • Business cards • Books • Annual Reports • Stickers • Brochures • invitations • Flyers • Labels • Posters • Tags • Political Signs • Envelopes • Rubber stamps • Tickets • Business Forms • Balloons • Calendars • Newsletters • computer Forms • catalogs ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the BARN! Uy our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. L I Hour or Next Day Processing • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30a.in. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 545-4041 FOX (517) 543-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 12 Attorney in child porn case can review photos by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Accused child pornogra­ phy distributor Michael Komejan's attorney will be allowed to review pictures seized in a search of Komejan's Nashville home before his arrest. Judge Gary R. Holman ruled Wednesday in Barry County District Court that attorney Raymond Buffmyer is allowed ac­ cess to the photos in the privacy of his office to confer with his client or experts for up to 48 hours at a time. Afterward, the' photos must be returned to law enforcement agencies. Buffmyer also must pro­ vide a generic explanation for the need to review the photos. Komejan is accused op­ erating a fee-based web site that contained pictures of what the Michigan At­ torney General's office is charging constitutes child pornography. He faces nearly 20 charges related to the case, and if con- Stock & Performance Parts for Volkswagen & Dune Buggies I I WE NOW STOCK PARTS Push mowers, Lawn & Garden Tractor tune-up kits, muffler filters, blades, belts & more i 0 11i 1!! Warehouse Distributor for SCAT, MOFOCO, Berrien Buggy, EMPI 3602 Curtis - Nashville, Ml Phone 517-852-9595 • 852-9104 www.jbparts.net 0 I Ifout of stock, 48-hr. delivery on special orders. EM Pl § I 1II “I would understand if they were calling (the photos) contraband if it were a bomb... we are talking about photos that are not physically harmful to anyone in this country.” - Raymond Buffmyer, Komejan’s Attorney victed faces a maximum of 20 years in prison and/or a $100,000 fine. Buffmyer was asking the court for mandatory disclo­ sure of the pictures. Kelly Carter, who is ar­ guing the case for Michi­ gan Attorney General Jen­ nifer Granholm's office, had offered to make the pictures available to the defense council at their of­ fice location in Livonia. Carter stated the potential for redistribution and the classification of the pic­ tures as contraband as her reasoning in limiting ac­ cess. "It is certainly necessary to have these photos to make a proper assessment (of my client's case)," said Councilperson Beverly S. Villanueva introduced the following Ordinance. THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDAINS an Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 9 by deleting the language of Section 1, 1.1-Application for Service by deleting the first paragraph of Section 1,1.1 and replacing it with the following language: Section 1. Application for Service. 1.1 The owner of all houses, buildings, or properties used for human occupancy, employment, recreation, or other purposes situated within the Village shall be required to have that structure connected to the Village water system. Owners of the above described structures shall not be allowed to install a water well or other alternative water service. Application for this service shall be made in writing on an approved form and shall be made to the Village Clerk. Such application shall set forth the true legal description of the premises it is proposed to serve, the size of the serv­ ice desired, and such other pertinent data as may be required by the water works. The applicant shajlbe required to answer truthfully all questions regarding such application which may be put to him by an officer or employee of the water works. The motion for adoption of said Ordinance was made by Councilperson Doug Kelsey and seconded by Councilperson Jim Samann, whereupon said amending ordinance was duly adopted by the following vote: Yeas: Councilpersons Kelsey, Samann, Martin, Metz, Williams, Wolever and Villanueva. Total yeas: 7. Nays: Councilpersons-none. Total nays: 0. Absent: Councilpersons-none. WHEREUPON, said Ordinance was duly adopted and shall take effect as stated. Beverly Sue Villanueva, Village President Shirley Harmon, Village Clerk This Ordinance shall take effect 20 days after its adoption, specifically on the 7th day of May 2001 .Adopted by the Village Council of Vermontville, Michigan, the 17th day of April 2001. 100 Bufmyer. "We are asking for all of the photos... when they are saying they are all contraband, not all were used as counts so therefore some are not contraband... they took it upon themselves to decide which ones fall under the statute (of child pornogra­ phy)." "I would understand if they were calling it con­ traband if it was a bomb... we are talking about pho­ tos that are not physically harmful to anyone in this country," he said. Bufmyer said that since he had never seen them, and the judge had never seen them that it was " putting the cart ahead of the horse" to define that they are contraband. Bufmyer also said with­ out access to these photos he might have to withdraw from the case. Carter said, "For the most part I agree with his argument. What he failed to acknowledge is that I did make those photos available." Carter said she provided him with a copy of the pic­ tures at the pre-examina­ tion conference and that he glanced through a few of them and then handed them back. Carter asked the court to not hand over the pictures, but rather allow them to be available to the defense council for review under MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 25 Nachos, green beans, applesauce, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, April 26 Pizza, whole kernel com, pear halves, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, April 27 No School. Monday, April 30 Councilperson Beverly S. Villanueva introduced the following Ordinance. THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDAINS an Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 14 by deleting the language of Section 2, Use of Public Sewers Required (D). Deleted from Section 2.D is the following language: “ provided that said sewer is within one hundred (100’) feet of the property line.” Section 2. Use of Public Sewers Required. D. shall now read as follows: The owner of all houses, buildings, or properties used for human occupancy, employment, recreation, or other purposes situated within the Village and abutting any street, alley, or right-of-way in which there is now located or may in the future be located a public sewer or combined sewer of the Village, is hereby required at his expense to install suitable toilet facil­ ities therein, and to connect such facilities directly with the proper public sewer in accordance with the provisions of this Ordinance, within thirty (30) days after date of official notice to do so. The motion for adoption of said Ordinance was made by Councilperson Doug Kelsey and seconded by Councilperson Jim Samann, whereupon said amending ordinance was duly adopted by the following vote: Yeas: Councilpersons Kelsey, Samann, Martin, Metz, Williams, Wolever and Villanueva. Total yeas: 7. Nays: Councilpersons-none. Total nays: 0. Absent: Councilpersons-none. WHEREUPON, said Ordinance was duly adopted and shall take effect as stated. Beverly Sue Villanueva, Village President Shirley Harmon, Village Clerk This Ordinance shall take effect 20 days after its adoption, specifically on the 7th day of May 2001 .Adopted by the Village Council of Vermontville, Michigan, the 17th day of April 2001. 101 torney, and the defendant law enforcement supervi­ wanted to represent him­ sion only. self the pictures could fall "We are not obscuring into his hands. the evidence, we are mak­ He ruled that the pic­ ing it available," said tures must remain in the Carter. "We are against custody of law enforce­ the risk of reproduction." ment and can be provided Carter explained that to the defense to review with contraband such as with his client and experts drugs, one could quantify, for up to 48 hours, and so it could known if some with a seven-day business was missing, but "with or 10 calendar day notice these we don't know that of request, with a generic and lose the ability to reason for the request. track them after they leave." A date was set for 9 a.m. "She is suggesting that I Wednesday, May 30, for a would (reproduce them)," pre-exam hearing. said Bufmyer,"do that un­ The case against Komeethically and unprofesjan is believed to be the sionally." He called the first of its kind in Michi­ argument that they would gan. publish the pictures At the press conference "dumb." to announce the charges, Bufmyer went on to say Granholm said they be­ that even though they were lieved this to be one of the blacked out these pictures first cases in the country were used at a news con­ ference for what he called where anybody has filed criminal enterprise charges "political purpose." "They used my clients to shut down a child name and through the me­ pornography website. The eight-month investi­ dia (splashing his name with these photos) without gation by Granholm's High bringing any evidence to Tech Crime Unit crossed international borders and court," Bufmyer said. involved state, federal and Judge Holman said local law enforcement Bufmyer's reputation in the agencies. community and court was Granholm alleges Komereputable and competent. But that there was an im­ jan collected at least $18,670 from the operation portant distinction between of the site during the eight an attorney and his client. months of investigation be­ He said the risk with total fore he turned himself into disclosure would be that if Bufmyer was ever termi­ the Barry County Sherriffs office Monday, March 12. nated as the defendants at- Taco, combread and honey, whole kernel corn, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, May 1 Hot dog, potato wedge, apple crisp, ice cream cup, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 25 Choose One - Wet burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, April 26 H.S. Hungry Howies. Choose One - Pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar.Choose Two — Garden salad, whole kernel com, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, April 27 No School. Monday, April 30 Choose One - Taco, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Tuesday, May 1 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, potato wedge, apple crisp, juice, milk. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905-9550 to place your classified ad. EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 13 sN> sN Mystery photo identities sought V V b. \ .''th •th *■ k> iV* J* kJ’S'S- SS& ssss s s ?xS ss ku ■■ %i. S^ ^‘s Nk *S 5^%^ s^y ><s Gary Mattson of the Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce recently received a letter from June Diley of Prescott, Wise., in which therewere five photographs (perhaps some were senior v'^' JS W*. - . pictures?) dating from 1895. One of the photos of a young man was taken by T.J. Prince of Lake Odessa. The other four were taken by H. M. Norton of Vermontville. Diley did not Picture 1 write how she came in possession of the photos. She hoped family mem­ bers might recognize a relative and retrieve the picture. Call Helen Mudry at 945­ 9554 if you recognize these people. *» 2 >*» **»•». Demo A Deere (DAD) Day •*tt lakk^ '*■» ^ aftcW ltlJ ***a Wfert^ rt (Just think of it as Father’s Day in April!) ■« ®cs Join us at... ■Ma. ■<•» Mfcitsa^. iktr/ Fillmore *b» *M®fc:! ib» 4Mbii Equipment, Inc. Picture 3 iMb Bkfehf Purchase any John Deere Lawn & Garden Tractor & hook up with a great John Deere Garden Hose! Picture 5 Area track teams achieve at Portland Two area girls' track teams took top honors at Saturday's Portland Relays held at Portland High School. Maple Valley's girls finished first with 128 points and Lakewood ended up second with 116 points. First place performances for Lakewood included Rhianna Stalter in the 100 hurdles (16.51), 300 hurdles (51.83) and the long jump (16-11), Stacey Carpenter in the 1600 (5:49) and the 3200 (12:37) and the Vikings' 800-meter relay team (1:54.8). Stalter was named the Most Valuable Female athlete at the event. In the boys' event, Maple Valley and Lakewood tied, for first place with final scores of 147. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or I-800-870-7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week ofHastings^^^^S^ Area first places in the boys were achieved by Maple Valley's Mike Mead in the 400-meters (54.70), Maple Valley's Eric Smith in the 300-meters, Maple Valley's Troy Sloan in the 200 meters (22.70), Lakewood's Travis Williams in the 3200 meters (10:31), Lakewood's 1600 meters relay team (3:43), Lakewood's Zac Livermore in the discus (134-04), Lakewood's Harrison King in the high jump (5-08), Lakewood's 3200 meter relay team of Travis Williams, David Stuart, Phil Plowman and Harrison King (8:55), Maple Valley's Troy Sloan in the 100 (10.66) and Maple Valley's 800 meter relay team of Tim Wawiernia, Mike Mead, Andy Ewing and Troy Sloan (1:36). Sloan's 100 time was a new Maple Valley record. Test Drive a John Deere Lawn or Garden Tractor! Check out the newest models! Take a Spinsteer for a spin! Raffles Refreshments www.JohnDeere.com Nothing Runs Like A Deere® Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Putnam plans pre-school reading program May 2 Ihe Putnam Library will be District holding a pre-school reading program Wednesday, May 2, al 10:30 a.in. Anyone interested must sign their children up by the Mondas before. Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 OPEN SATURDAYS UNTIL 3 PM! FREE installation of attachments when purchased with new or used L &G Tractor 'Offer ends July 4, 2001. Prices, savings and models may vary by dealer. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24,2001 - rage i*» Antiques For Rent Help Wanted ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET - Sunday, April 29. Featuring 400 exhibitors, displaying over one million antiques. First show of 2001. Show rain or shine. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Located at the Fairgrounds, right in Alle­ gan, Mich. $3.00 admission. NASHVILLE, VERY NICE 1 bedroom house, attached ga­ rage (517)852-9386. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. For Sale PIANO FOR SALE: small console. Take on small monthly payments. Nothing down with good credit. See locally. Call (800)346-1775 Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. Garage Sale 4 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: April 26th & 27th, 9am-5pm. 10123 Nashville Hwy., Ver­ montville. Located 1 mile east of High School. Kids clothes & toys, highchair, large office desk, micro­ wave, furniture, L.P. gas fur­ nace, 4 tires, Pfaltzgraaf, Corelle & misc. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Fann WANTED: SOMEONE TO bale 5 acres of hay. 3 miles south of Nashville. (517)852­ 0305_____________________ PAINT HORSE FOR sale: APHA registered 6 yr. old gelding. Must see. (616)795­ 3799 GARAGE SALE: APRIL 27th, 9-6. 9971 Nashville Hwy. Crafts, clothes, books, toys, household & more! MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Saturday April 28th, 8am-4pm, 10444 Nasvhille Highway. Foster Care OAKVIEW ADULT FOS­ TER Care has opening. Pri­ vate room, private bath, home like atmosphere, good location, Hastings, (616)948­ 2352. SAVE ON MASS Mailing costs when you want to reach a large audience, insert your brochure in one of our local publications. Call (616)945-9554. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (517) 852-9565 (616) 374-7595 Eight students in the local school district have won free tickets to a Lansing Lugnuts baseball game - all for being good kids. Miscellaneous May 5 is being set aside to celebrate public education at FISH FOR STOCKING: Oldsmobile Park and the Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Maple Valley Education Largemouth,, Smallmouth Association Association and and other Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Lansing area education asso­ Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, ciations are participating in a 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. partnership with the Lansing 49055. (616)628-2056 days or Lugnuts. (616)624-6215 evenings. The student-centered pro­ gram is called “Public Mobile Homes Education Covers All the ABANDONED REPO. Bases.” BANK needs someone to as­ This year’s program is sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if focusing on the importance necessary. 1-800-672-9604 of good citizenship and the commitment public school ABANDONED REPO: employees are making to BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ help students become a pos­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ itive force in their schools and communities. 968-7376. The Maple Valley Educa­ FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several tion Association plans to recognize students who are banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos-shining examples of good sessed. No application fee if citizenship, who stand out as you mention this ad. 1-800­ leaders and role models by 672-9604 displaying responsibility, courtesy, cooperation, REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, respect toward others, and 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ involvement in their commu­ nity and school. We are ry. 1-800-672-9604 extremely proud of their accomplishments and want Pets to recognize the personal SHIH TZU PUPPIES AKC, commitment they are mak­ 1st shot, dewormed, many colors, non-shedding ing to being good citizens. We also want to thank their (616)891-2589. parents, teachers, and other members ofthe school com- GAS PRICES ^SKYROCKET! Do not Commute Attend college classes locally at KCC s Fehsenfeld Center in Barry County Specializing in: ✓ General Education/MACRAO requirements l/ 2 year to 4 year college transfer ✓ Business, Computers, Human Senices, and Liberal Arts ✓ Summer Enrichment for Youth ✓ Learning in Retirement V (' ; ''' Opportunities (ILR) V- -- , Now registering for the summer Md «■2001 terms- - Eight local students win tickets to baseball game New students should call 948-9500 to attend one of the following orientation NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Real Estate KALKASKA COUNTY: 6.43 beautiful rolling wooded acres, ideal getaway loca­ tion, short drive to state land, Manistee River and ORV trails. Includes drive­ way and cleared site, electric available, $26,900. $500 down, $330/month, 11% land contract. Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118 or www.northemlandco.com RUTLAND TOWNSHIP; BUILDABLE lots, from 1-3 acres, from $19,900 to $24,900. Land contract terms available. Call Tony at (616)207-3607 munity for the important tificate. School districts through­ roles they are playing in helping these students devel­ out Clinton, Eaton, Ingham op such outstanding virtues. and Shiawassee counties are The MVEA is recognizing participating in the good citFuller Street Elementary, izenship program, making it Jake Clark and Stephanie the largest public education Courtney; Maplewood event ever sponsored by the Elementary, Tyler Murray educational associations in and Brooke Varney; and these counties. Maple Valley Junior-Senior An opening ceremony, High School, Zeke Wieland, scheduled to start just prior Amy Strickland, Eric Smith to 6 p.m. on game day, will and Jenny Mansfield. These honor more than 200 ele­ students will receive free mentary, middle, and high tickets to the Lugnuts game school students from across for their family, a baseball, the four county areas. and a commemorative cer- Lady Lions sprint past Raiders Maple Valley's girls track team won 14 of 16 events to blow past Portland 107­ 21 April 12 in a non-league meet at on its home track. Cashel Harp won two individual firsts in the shot put (28-9 1/2) and the discus (90-3). Sarah Cook also won twice, in the high hurdles (19.5) and the 300 hurdles (58.21). Other Lions' athletes to win individual firsts were Brieann Treloar in the high jump (5-20, Donna Cripe in the 100 (14.72), Micah Tobias in the 400 (1:08.20), Stefanie Joostberns in the Ten Star to hold summer hoop camp Final registration is now being held for the Ten Star All Star Summer Basketball Camp. Boys ages 8-19 and girls ages 10-19 can apply. Players are selected by invitation only. Past participants include Jerry Stackhouse, Michael Jordan, Tim Duncan, Vince Carter, Grant Hill, Bobby Hurley, Antawn Jamison, r 8 T >A > >3 Thursday, May 31 ¥ 9:00 a.m. -1fuesday. fuesday. June* 12I9:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 20 ¥ 5:30 p.m. Christian Laettner, Tom Gugliotta and Trajan Langdon. Camp locations include Hillsdale. College basketball scholarships are possible for players named to the All American team. For an evaluation form call (704) 568-6801 anytime. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! Make AmeriGas Your Propane Suppliers and Save $$$... AmeriGas America’s Propane Company ■* Wednesday, April25¥ 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 9 ¥ 5:30 p.m. 800.(2:41.90) and Camille Wieland in the 3200 (14:48.40). Maple Valley won all four relay races with Micah Tobias, Jessica Ripley, Camille Wieland and Stefanie Joostberns in the 3200 (11:39.2), Melissa Nisse, Donna Cripe, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar in the 800 (2:02.44), Holly Forest, Melissa Nisse, Donna Cripe and Carly Spitzley in the 400 (58.34) and Stefanie Joostberns, Holly Forest, Jessica Ripley and Micah Tobias in the 1600 (4:45.25). GUARANTEED PRICE FREE Installation FREE Leak Test Senior Citizen Discount Automatic Delivery Convenient Payment Options Trained Technicians 24-Hour Emergency Service Customer Referral Award ------------------- cr" Call Now For More Details! 7220 Saddlebag Lake Road Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Limited free gallons available. 1-800-374-3929 3B �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 15 couMueix BANKER Call JEFF WEILER ...LIFELONG MAPLE VALLEY RESIDENT... UNITED 517-543-5483 BUS. CHARLOTTE ASSOC. INC REALTORS ife 543-5677 EXT. 18 An Independently Owned and Operated Member of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation V My Family & I Thank You For Your Business And Hope You Have A Great Time At The Festival! 24 HR. Voice Mail Thinking of Selling or Buying a Home? 726-0877 Residence WELCOME TO CALEB'S CIDER MILL ORCHARD & PETTING ZOO Welcome to Windsor Township’s Newest Single Family Subdivision Local • Business • Opportunity! 1 IB is ■ ** t,* Visit on the Internet - calebsmill.virtualave.net Gorgeous 27+ acre piece of country real estate. 5,000+ SF facility with 2 bathrooms, kitchen, office, 2 septic tanks & drainfield, 6” well, 200 amp electric, drive and parking and much more! Comes with 5 approved stake surveyed divisions. Land contract terms offered - 6% interest. $219,900. (X266JW) (56931) All implements, machinery and equipment also available. HOST: GLEN COKER SALE PENDING $159,900 - COMPARE THE QUALITY & VALUE of this beautiful new PARKER BUILT HOME to others in this price range! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, full bsmt, w/daylight windows. 2 car att. pfn. ga­ rage, 1st fl. laundry, fireplace, foyer, master suite, centra! air, cath. ceilings, rear deck, ft porch, con­ crete drive, ENERGY EFFICIENT DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION! See anytime - move-in now! (OC141JW) (53385) $178,500 - COUNTRY CLASSIC ON WOODED LGTI 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, full bsmt, w/daylight windows, 2 car att. pfn. oar., 1st fl. laundry, foyer, gorgeous fireplace, bookcase, master suite, rear deck w/great view, concrete drive, much more! PARADE CALIBER HOME. Loaded with wood floors & ceilings, beams & other hand-crafted ex­ tras PARKER BUILT HOMES IS FAMOUS FORI (OC147JW) (53862) FEATURE LAND • Potterville Subdivision 1 Lockview Meadows • See Anytime! *1 Home Sites Starting At $29,900 Lot financing available! JACARANDA ESTATES IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS & WE WELCOME YOUI A LOVELY NEW SUBDIVISION WITH A LOCALE AND SETTING THAT'S HARD TO BEAT. BUILDERS WELCOMED — GREAT SPOT FOR CUSTOM A SPEC HOMESI WOODED LOTS THAT ARE GORGEOUS! IDEAL SITUATION FOR GENERAL MOTORS & STATE OF MICH. EMPLOYEES! couMueu. BANKCRQ United Charlotte Assoc. Phone (517) 543-5483 Lansing (517) 372-5555 CALL JEFF WEILER (517) 543-5483 Bus. SALE PENDING WITHOUT A DOUBT, THIS IS THE AFFORDABLE COUNTRY HOME SITE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR! ■« Ji Btffi JEFF IS ON SITE EVERY DAY AND BY APPOINTMENT; • Stop in and see anytime • The location is fantastic , • Great country setting • Easy access to expressways • Paved streets with curb and gutter • Underground utilities and cable ■ Public sewer • Natural gas and street lights • Wooded lots available • Your builder or ours • Two minutes NW of Dimondale • Potterville Schools arte Featuring Parker Built Homes A\fi • Models for sale OPEN DAILY M lltomes me. • Remodeled Farm Home Almost 3 Acres • MUST SELL »ll«R sum tatab u as W® BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME BUILT BY R.L. SMITH CONSTRUCTION BEAUTIFUL 3.38 ACRE PIECE OF LAND IN THE COUNTRY • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Two car attached finished garage • Full basement w/daylight windows • Cathedral ceilings • Concrete drive ® I ' • Paved street w/curb & gutter • Public water & sewer Underground natural gas & utilities • Much more. $132,900. (OC168JW) (57494) GREAT FAMILY HOME IN THE COUNTRY! • Property is stake surveyed • Soils are sandy and conventionally perked in 2 different locations • Driveway permit also included Located approx. 10 minutes west of Charlotte • Extremely tranquil w/wildlife $21,900 (L708JW) (55784) Fair warning: Don’t wait on this one! • 4 bedrooms, possibly 5 • 2 baths • 3+ car garage w/paved drive • All newer mechanics • Newer well & drainfield • Central air • First floor laundry • Formal dining • Natural gas • Much more! $129,900 (OC166JW) (57282) Paved road - ten minutes w. of Charlotte NEW LISTING NEW LISTING SALE PENDING NEW LISTING YOU’LL SWEAR IT’S A NEW BUILD! $169,900 VERY NICE BRICK RANCH IDEAL FIRST TIME HOME! $49,900 GREAT STARTER OR RENTAL * 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • 2 car att. garage • Finished walkout lower level • 1.2 acres • Oak kitchen • All ap­ pliances • Central air • Rear deck • 1,628 SF • Built in 1996 • Natural gas. Only $154,900. (OC175JW) (57926) Won’t last long! On beautiful 1-1/2 acresl 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, full . basement partially finished, 2-1/2 car att. garage. 1500-t- sq. ft., island kitchen and dining combo, family room, cathedral ceilings. Incredible views from deck, 24x40 pole barn. Must see! (OC182JW) Clean and well kept home on 3/4 acre city lot! 2 bed­ rooms, large bath, dining room with hardwood floors, large kitchen and laundry, beautiful interior, attached oblong 3+ car garage, home warranty and too much more to list! (C925JW) Super clean ranch, 2 bedrooms, new carpet, fresh paint, nice kitchen, stove and refrigerator, laundry room, room for garage. Large deep lot, 2 storage sheds, Immediate occupancy. (OC179JW) SALE PENDING FEATURE HOME SALE PENDING FEATURE HOME • Charlotte • Paved Road • Newer Home • Walkout Basement • 5+ Acres • In The Country • Two Units • In Charlotte Potterville Subdivision • Lockview Meadows No Photo Available GORGEOUS RANCH WITH ALL THE EXTRAS! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car att. garage, full walkout basement partially finished, very nice 36x24 pole bam with furnace, first floor laundry, rec room, fireplace, central air, security system, great room, all appliances, cathedral ceilings, foyer, rear deck and patio, concrete drive and much morel Only $179,900. (GB477JW) (57427) Comes with many other values including pool table & splitable lot. Immediate equity opportunity! GOOD RENTAL PROPERTY OR CONVERT INTO A STATELY FAMILY HOME! Beautiful 330' deep 1/2 acre city lot • 1-1/2 car two stall garage • Appliances included • Public water and sewer $89,900 (X261JW) (54763) Needs cosmetics. BUILT BY R.L. SMITH CONSTRUCTION 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car att. finished garage, full basement w/daylight windows, 1,330 SF, cathedral ceilings, breakfast nook, master suite, concrete drive, all energy efficient, mechanics, paved street w/curb & gutter, public water & sewer, underground natural gas and utilities, much morel $137,900. (OC169JW) (57496) Call today to see floor plans & get more infor­ mation. $132,900 SELLER MOVED TO FLORIDA NEEDS IT SOLD NOW! Newer ranch home on 2 acres! 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, 1-1/2 car attached finished garage, 1st floor laundry, full basement, half finished, central air, island kitchen. All appliances, concrete drive, much more! Make an offer - move in now! (OC173JW) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 - Page 16 Lions’ ball teams battle Morrice Orioles was a hitting star, going 2for-3 with two RBI and a homerun. In Game 2, Jacob Cole went 3-for-4 with four RBI and a homerun. impressive wins over Morrice in baseball, 10-0 and 14-1. In Game 1, Darin Thrun tossed a no-hitter and fanned seven Orioles. Jeff Rhoades Maple Valley's varsity softball team split with Morrice, winning the first game 5-2 and dropping the nightcap 13-3. Maple Valley posted two 61st Annual VERMONTVILLE JVtapLe Syrup Festival Friday, April 27*, 2001 6:30 P.M. ~ Official Opening Greetings, Invocation and Introductions Talent Show - Sunday, April 29*, 2001 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions Starting at 11:00 a.m.........Bar-B-Que Chicken Lions Club The official opening of the festival is the Talent Show to be held on the stage downtown 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m ...........Pancakes - Show winners appear on the Sunday program. Friday Night Special Starts 4 p.m Band Offensively, Maple Valley tallied five runs in Game 1, but Morrice through some strong pitching held its foes to three runs to claim the win in Game 2. Boosters with Don Rasey (726-1077) as chairman. Talent .Arts & Crafts 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m Maplewood School ............................ - Program Subject to Change - .................................................... Crown Amusements Pay One Price—$12.00 to ride all rides as many Church Services 11:00 a.m. Methodist Church (Rev. Jeff Bowman) times as you like. 108 N. Main, Vermontville Teen Dance at the Opera House 9:00 -11:00 p.m. Congregational Church (Rev. Eric Lison) 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. American Legion/Nashville Lions Serve Pancakes at the Legion Hall 110 S. Main, Vermontville Vermontville Bible Church (Rev. Dan Smith) 250 N. Main, Vermontville Saturday, April 28*, 2001 Grace Community Church (Rev. Don Roscoe) Welcome by Douglas Kelsey Master of Ceremonies On the stage on Main St. - In case of rain, at the High School for the Weekend 7:00 a.m Pancakes 12:00 p.m ............... Sunday Afternoon Special 6 Hours of Rides $12.00 American Legion/Nashville Lions 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m Pancakes Band Boosters 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Arts & Crafts 12:00 to 1:30 p.m 1:30 p.m Blind Ambition band Introduce Queen & Court Arm Wrestling Maplewood School » ATTOE OPERAHOUSE SATURDAY, 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.. .Maple Valley Jazz Band Director: Dennis Vand erhoeff 10: 15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m....... Ionia - Maple Valley Community Band 12:00 to 2:09p.m ........... 'nwnMWpteWdtey Duteimtr* 4:00 p.m. to 4-30 pjnJS:0O p.m. to 5:30 p.m.Ths Rwm * Director: Andrew Mac Fa Hand A? SUNDAY Children’s Parade 11: 00 a.m 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.mJ2:00 p.m. to 2:30 pm.. The «•*«• Theme: “The Magic Power of Books Comes to the Maple Syrup Festival" Maple Valley High School Choir Glen Erin Bagpipe Band Freedom Band Grand Parade 11: 45 a.m 12: 00 a.m 12:30 p.m 2: 00 p.m Parade Theme: “The Mystery and Magic of Maple Syrup” 3: 15 p.m to 4:00 p.m Dutch Dancers 4: 00 p.m Katy Did Cloggers 4:45 p.m Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull one to home plate during last Thursday’s first game win over Morrice. For more information about this year’s (estival, please phone (517) 726-0394 or fax (517) 726-0859 The Producers take pride in bringing you Pure Maple Syrup & Maple Products. league victory against Morrice in the opener at Maple Valley High School. Sweet Deals ...for Maple Syrup Festival. Shop Early ~ Avoid the Crowd! Deli Sliced or Shaved Skinless Chicken Breast Porterhous Porterhouse Steak Betty Crocker 40 oz. Creamy or Crunchy Cake Jif Mixes Peanut Butte Stouffer’s Deluxe & Pepperoni French Bread Pizza Danger Zone invades Lakewood High May 5 Ham sssssssssssssssssssssssxsssssssssssssssb. Bread & Buns Bareman’s 39 oz. Folgers ADC Bareman’s 1/2% or Orange A skim Milk Juice LmK $A 9 ww/B I/®B ll I® ^ 2 Liter Faygo dcp d‘ ‘ HH Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 E * ' X ' S $ Saturda Saturday/ EWBeT Bridge NB orwid gAecCard cCeaprdt EBT yNew fofog * Summer Store Hours: M-F 9.-QO8:3Q; Sat 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00«Prices good thru Make plans to head to the Danger Zone. On Saturday, May 5 some thrilling professional wrestling will be coming to Lakewood High School for a special event named appropriately the Danger Zone. The event is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8, $12 or $15 for ringside seats. Tickets will be available at the door, although a sell-out is expected Lakewood coach Bob Veitch said he hopes the show will "pack the house." Proceeds from the event will support Lakewood High School’s wrestling and baseball teams. Headlining the Danger Zone will be Dan "the Beast" Severn, a two-time World Wrestling champion and a two-time cage match world champ. Veitch will be wrestling as well against Tubby Tunaka, a 6-5 410-pound grappler from Japan. There will also be tag team events, according to Veitch. The entire event should last about two hours. Other wrestlers on hand will be Red Neck Punk, Gabriel Marx, Jimmy 2Sweet, Simply Irresistable and Dangerous Devon Steel. Autographs, with pictures, will also be available, according to Veitch. Tickets are available at Lake-O-Mart Lake Odessa, Walkers Pharmacy in Lake Odessa, Mobile in Woodland, Village Auto in Sunfield and the Main Street Market in Clarksville. Cal 94S-9554 for Maple Valley News Action-ads � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-05-01.pdf 10cf4285f942c4ed52203e0a52ec98bf PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST BASTINGS Ml / paid Publi^ied^yffi i Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, ■mlgs, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 18/May 1,«2001 Nashville council dealing with blighted houses by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Five letters of notice of possible violation of Ordi­ nance No. 18 will go out to homeowners in Nashville, as decided at last Thurs­ day's council meeting. The ordinance deals with blighted or deteriorted houses. Council voted unanimously to send the letters. Council trustee Frank Dunham said the letters asked for response within 30 days, and a time line or action plan of how the site would be brought up to standards. In other business at the meeting Thursday evening* April 26, the council: • Appointed Ronald Lee Harris II and Jeff Riggs to the Planning Commission, to fill two vacant seats there. • Made quarterly pay­ ments to the fire and am­ bulance services. • Set meeting dates for the coming year, which will be published as legal notices in the Maple Val­ ley News. • Heard from Trustee Ed Sheldon, who said he had been contacted by resi­ dents about the cleanliness of the skate park. He said he drove by the site, next to Kellogg Elementary School and there was a lot Blood drive plannedat high school Friday by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The1 Maple Valley High School Leadership Class, under the direction of Norma Jean Acker, is sponsoring a blood drive Friday May 4 in the high school gym. The class members are taking on the project as their part in community service. Students Cashel Harp and Tim Wawiernia are co-chairing the event and the whole class has been involved in organizing the event. The public is welcome to come out and donate, organizers said. The re- quirements are that the donors be at least 17 years old, be in reasonably good health, weigh at least 110 pounds and have not had a tattoo in the past year. To donate, proper I.D. must be brought. After donating the class will be providing cookies, juice and coffee. The blood drive will run from 8:30 a..m. to 2:30 p.m. and will take place in the Maple Valley gym. Anyone with questions is welcome to call 852-9275 and ask for either co-chair or Norma Jean Acker. of trash being blown against the fence. He said he did not see a trash can on the grounds, and maybe that would help. President Carroll Wolff said the best person to get a hold of about the matter is Principal Tate Mix. Sheldon said he would do that. Heard from Trustee Dan Kellogg, who said the planned car show on Sat­ urday, June 16, is coming along nicely. He said that organizers have been get­ ting a lot of help from sponsors. He also said he is looking for volunteers to park cars in the morning. "It's rolling along pretty good..." he said. "Hope­ fully, we will have a cou­ ple of hundred cars and it should be a good event for the village. We are still looking for door prizes. “It’s (the car show) rolling along pretty good... Hopefully, we will have a couple off hundred cars and it should be a good event for the village.” - Dan Kellogg, Trustee The garage sales will be going on that weekend and the fire department will be doing something, so it should be a good week­ end." Joined Kellogg and Trustee Steve Wheeler in welcoming new member Karen Betts to the council. Betts was appointed to fill a vacancy earlier this month. Band wins competition on North Carolina trip The Indoor Guard Flag Squad took first place and an award of excellence. The Treble Choir won first place and an award of excellence under the direction of Ryan Rosin. The Jazz Band, under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef took first place and a superior award of excellence at the national competition in North Carolina. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley High School band blew away the competition a week ago at a national competi­ tion in Myrtle Beach, North Carolina. Band and choir members arrived back from the "Fi­ esta- val," a week ago Sunday (April 22) with numerous trophies, awards and honors. "The kids played very well," said band director Dennis Vanderhoef, "and they marched even better." Eighty-four students went on the trip, and com­ peted for three days. §ee wjns ng. 2 In This Issue MV girl places in essay contest Valley wins two in track; Treloar sets 200 record Missionary to Haiti to visit area church Athletic Boosters will elect officers May 9 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, May 1,2001 - Page 2 Band wins competition, continued from front pg. The Percussion Line won for Best Drum Line. TANNING •4 •15 *25 *40 per visit walk-ins 5 visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Taca tbun ««n4lpm Hi tam tpm.Sa 8 am 12 noon Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 ®lje Betoue presents 4th Annual Children’s Musical Pinocchio Vermontville Opera House May 4,5,11 & 12 at 7:00 p.m. May 6 & 13 at 3:00 p.m. Adults $6, Seniors, students & children $5 Plan a special time at the theater with your special Mom or Grandma for Mother’s Day Weekend. Make your reservations now!! Call 616.367.4455 or e-mail phansen@voyager.net Fall Show: Steel Magnolias, Sept. 6-9, 2001 Auditions July 23, Call 616.367.4455 for information There were 84 members of the high school band that went to a national band competition in Myrtle Beach, North Carolina and brought home numerous trophies and awards. place and a superior award "We try to take a trip like Sixteen schools com­ peted from all over the na­ tion. This is the first time the band has competed in Myrtle Beach, said Vanderhoef. Some of the honors the band and groups took were: • Treble Choir (under the direction of Ryan Rosin) — first place and an award of excellence. • Concert Band — sec­ ond place and an award of excellence. • Jazz Band first of excellence. • Flag Squad — first place, and an award of ex­ cellence. • The Parade Band took first place and a superior award of excellence. The band also was awarded best drum majors, best color guard, and best drum line. Topping off those awards was the award for Grand Champion of the Parade in all divisions. "It just went extremely well," said Vanderhoef. this every three or four years so that everyone can experience something like this." Vanderhoef said it took a whole year of planning and fund-raising for the event to come together. "We raised money through several fund-rais­ ers like The Alumni Chal­ lenge, cookie dough and sub sales, concert dona­ tions and the Band Boost­ ers helped us... even some teachers donated to the trip." LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship......................... 11 Evening Worship.......................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ol Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M66 on Baseline) Sunday School............... 9:30 am. Worship Service ............ 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. L'VINGSTON 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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 M.orning Celebratio 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) Sunday School ................. 10 A.M. Service.... ............. 11:15 P.M. Service ......................... 6 p.m. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) .Worship 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School... W..orship 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ...... :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- Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service ................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David I Hustwick 948-9604 Rev. Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ ...9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 1,2001 - Page 3 Missionary to Haiti to visit area church The public is invited to Peace United Methodist Church Wednesday, May 9, to hear Ted Warnock share his experiences as a United Methodist missionary to Haiti. The evening will start with a potluck supper at 6 p.m., with Warnock’s presentation to follow at 7. Warnock and his wife, Carla, recently completed two years as coordinators of the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission pro­ gram in cooperation with the Methodist Church in Haiti. This included working with Haitian pastors to determine ‘zTe/tpsbta s OAKVIEW ADULT FOS­ TER Care has opening. Pri­ vate room, private bath, home like atmosphere, good location, Hastings, (616)948­ 2352. Charles and Tillie (Martin) Tubbs of Vermontville, Michigan will celebrate their 25th anniversary on May 8, 2001. The couple was married on May 8, 1976 at her parents’ home in Vermontville. They both are life­ time residents of Vermontville. sensed reporting. Peace United Methodist Church is located four miles west of Nashville, comer of M-79 and Barryville Road. For more information, call 517-852-9524. ^owe/ts NOW OPEN? • Geraniums • Bulk Seeds • Liners (Made to order) • Flower and Vegetable Plants ■ Ornamental Iron Foster Care Tubbses to celebrate 25th wedding anniversary and communicate mission needs and projects, and the scheduling, hosting, trans­ portation, housing and meals of work teams and individu­ als, along with management of resources and financial 18 Packs to a Flat and 54 Plants to a Flat *9.25 Tax Included, 4224Tupper 4224Tupper Lake Lake Rd., Rd., Sunfield Sunfield ••(517) (517) 566-8253 566-8253 C»° a0\)S Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile, ^eG ^e o°tt HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; No Sundays Playing On The Street Can Be Dangerous School Lunch Menu Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 2 Chicken fries, mashed potatoes, roll and honey, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 3 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza, green beans, apple­ sauce, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 4 Soft taco, carrot sticks, pear halves, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 7 Cheesie bread sticks, car­ rot sticks, fresh fruit, vanilla pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tiiesday, May 8 Chicken sandwich, HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1 ■800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.00 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.00 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.25 DAILY Matinees til 4pm _______$4.75 with Student ID______ $5.00 Late Shows Frl & Sat ________Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills * .25* Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU 3 An Unobstructed View J SHOWS EVERYONE SAT & SUN ® 10 & 11 AM 5/05 & 5/06 STUART LITTLE (PG) mashed potatoes, peaches, peanut butter brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 2 Choose One Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, potato bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, May 3 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. Friday, May 4 Choose One - Rib sand­ wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Monday, May 7 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Tuesday, May 8 Choose One - Wet burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. Let your investments bring you rewards, not regrets. Is your mutual fund statement painful to read? When has your investment broker guaranteed anything except their fee? Now may be an excellent time to reinvest your money in certificates of deposit. There's no worry about loss ofyour funds and the interest will be paid when due. Stock Market fluctuations will be of no concern with Eaton Federal certificates of deposit. You can select a term from 6 months to 5 years and receive a monthly or quarterly check, or leave the interest to compound at the certificate of deposit rate. We've been here to serve you since 1937, and you can count on us, YOUR LOCAL BANK, to be here in the future! Eaton Federal SHOWS VAUD 5/01 -5/03 o FREDDY GOT FINGERED (R) 1:10, 3:10, 5:10, 7:20, 9:10 O DRIVEN (PG-13) 0I6ITAL/STA0IUM SEATINS 1:20, 3:30, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50 ALONG CAME A SPIDER (R) 112:50, 2:55, 5:00, 7:05, 9:15 SPY KIDS (PG) DIGITAL/STADIUM SEATING 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 FREE Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad 0 Hastings 4-wr B 1 HIT OUR WE» 9 www.Ktj.comB Senior progress reports mailed Senior progress reports for the Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School were mailed out on Wednesday, April 25. Progress reports for grades 7 through 11 will be mailed out by Monday, May 7. Bank FDIC EQUAL HOUSING LENDER 1NSURED| 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday May 1,2001 - Page 4 Knoll-Weaver COMMISSION ON AGING MENU & EVENT SCHEDULEexchange vows Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, May 2 Teriyaki chicken, Oriental veggie, rice, tropical fruit, cookie. Thursday, May 3 Spaghetti w/meatsauce, peas and carrots, tossed sal­ ad, peaches. Friday, May 4 Roast turkey, mashed w/gravy, broccoli, dinner roll, bread pudding. Monday, May 7 Polish sausage, German potato salad, sauerkraut, din­ ner roll, sweet treat. Tuesday, May 8 Pepper steak, rice, stewed tomatoes, com, brownie. Lite Meals Wednesday, May 2 Ham and cheese, rye bread, 3-bean salad, plums. Thursday, May 3 Sliced turkey, ww bread, potato salad, pears. Friday, May 4 Tuna pasta, poppyseed com, pineapples. Monday, May 7 Chef’s salad, macaroni salad, mandarin oranges. Tuesday, May 8 Ground bologna, com O’Brian, white bread, fruit jell-o. Events Wednesday, May 2 Hastings, craft/nail day; Nashville, social day; Woodland, social day; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, May 3 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, puzzle day. Friday, May 4 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, May 7 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Delton, RedYellow Day. The parents of Jeffrey Francis Knoll and Teri Patri­ cia Weaver are pleased to an­ nounce their marriage. The couple were united on April 3, 2001 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jeffrey is a 1992 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He is employed at General Motors in Lansing. Teri is a 1992 graduate of Lakewood High School. She is a hair stylist at Delhi Hair Designs in Holt. The couple reside in Lans­ ing. A wedding reception will be held in their honor on June 2nd. Engagements Q) tana’s ^-Mace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 Patrick-McEllheny Mr. and Mrs. Garry Patrick of Vermontville, MI wish to announce the en­ gagement of their daughter, MegAnn B. Patrick, to Derek McEllhenny. Meg is a graduate of Maple Valley High School GASPRICES SKYROCKET! Do not Commute... Attend college r. classes locally at KCC’s Fehsenfeld Center in Barry. J County c| Specializing in: J ✓ General Education/MACRAO ' onHipfe wt: < fj\'| r r ' 3 t . Wednesday, May 9 •5:30 p.m. >:>: - Al Al *•■** *•■** ■ ■:. :. BarGain Barn Yard Crafts, Flea Market Sales Outside vendors welcome New students should call 948*9500 to attend one of the following orientation sess’ons’ which include the Asset test ■ , । (corner of M-66 & E. State Rd., Nashville) (517) 852-1945 registering for the summer and fell M01 term terms. OPeninG May 3 * Lifelong Learning and Customized | ' bridesmaids were Laken Meade, cousin of the bride, and Kerrisa Geiger, cousin of the groom. Flowergirl was Shannon Mead, cousin of the bride. The best man was James Ramey, brother of the groom, and the groomsmen were Travis Graham, friend of the couple, Nick Blakely, cousin of the bride, and James Birman, friend of the groom. The ringbearer was Travis Franks, cousin of the bride. The couple honeymooned in Minnesota and now reside in Hastings. I Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 9-5 Services, and Liberal Arts //CSa Now Rebecca Sue Howard and David Fredrick Ramey were married on July 15,200. Parents of the couple are Phillip and Sue Howard of Vermontville and William and Diane Ramey of Middle­ ville. The couple was married at the Nashville United Methodist Church with Pas­ tor Gail Patterson and Pastor James Hynes officiating. The matron of honor was Angie Shank, sister of the bride, and the bridesmaids were Bree Haley, friend of the couple, Krista Yaudes and April Mead, both cousins of the bride. Junior Dorothy Ames to celebrate 90th birthday SummerEnrichment for Youth ✓ O L earning b. Retirement Opportunities (ILR) T’^retfUteoticui'' united in marriage and KVCC. Derek is the son of Rev. and Mrs. Philip McElIheney of Kalamazoo. Derek is at­ tending Central Bible Col­ lege in Springfield, MO. A June 30th wedding is planned. requirements 2 year to 4 year college transfer ✓ Business, Computers, Human \wwW\i<el1ogg£tcf.mi.us" Howard-Ramey .. Wednesday, June 20 *5:30 p.m. Dorothy Ames will cele­ brate her 90th birthday on May 11. If you would like to send her a card and wish her a happy birthday, her address is 1018 Reed St., Apt. 15, Nashville, MI 49073. Call 945-9554 for classifieds �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 1,2001 - Page 5 Gerald E. “Jerry” Bandfield NASHVILLE Mr. in the 60's. Gerald E. "Jerry" Bandfield, Mr. Bandfield was a age 73, of Nashville, died member of the Nashville Sunday, April 22, 2001 at V.F.W., serving as Senior Dothan, Alabama. Vice. He wintered in Mr. Bandfield was bom Bushnell, Florida, on August 31, 1927 in enjoying small engine and Detroit, the son of John lawn mower repair and and Mary (Battle) watching sports. Bandfield. He is survived by his He was raised in the wife, Ethel of Nashville; Charlotte area and attended son, Jeffery (fiance Gwen area schools, graduating Boone) of Lansing; from Nashville schools. brothers, John (Carole) He served in the United Bandfield of Charlotte, Bill States Navy from April . (Joan) Bandfield of 1945 to May 1948. Vanderbilt, Bob (Phyllis) Mr. Bandfield was Bandfield of Howell, and married to Ethel Sam (Ruth) Bandfield of VanGoethem in 1949 in Six Lakes; sister, Joan Charlotte. Walker of Florida; sister­ He was employed at in-law, Joan (Dale) Pratt; Maple Valley High School four grandchildren; three as a custodian for 17 years, great grandchildren; many owned and operated Jerry's nieces and nephews. Tavern in Nashville for six Mr. Bandfield was years, and he served on the preceded in death by a son, Nashville Fire Department James Bandfield. Beverly J. Brooks HASTINGS - Beverly J. Brooks, age 74, of Hastings' and formerly of Lake Odes­ sa, died Tuesday, April 24, 2001 at Tendercare of Hastings’. Mrs. Brooks was bom on June 19, 1926 in Lansing, MI, the daughter of Van Banks and Nora Ellen (Turner) DeLashmutt. She was raised in the Holt, Michigan area and attended schools there, graduating in 1944 from Holt High School. She was married to Robert Arvin Brooks in July 1947 and he died in March 1995. She lived all her mar­ ried life in the Lake Odessa, MI area. She enjoyed read­ ing and bowling. Mrs. Brooks is survived by daughters, Sally Whitten of Charlotte, MI, Virginia (Donald) Speck of Nash­ ville, MI and Mary (Gary) Altoft-Plowman of Lake Odessa; six grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were parents, husband and two brothers. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 1, 2001 at 2 p.m. at Lakeside Ceme­ tery, Lake Odessa. Rev. Daryl Kaufman officiating. Burial will be at Lakeside Cemetery in Lake Odessa. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Services were held Friday, April 27, 2001 at the Maple Valley Chapel. Reverend Ward Pierce officiated. Burial was at West Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Putnam Library or Maple Valley Scholarship Fund. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel. Real Estate Miscellaneous Fann KALKASKA COUNTY: 6.43 beautiful rolling wooded acres, ideal getaway loca­ tion, short drive to state land, Manistee River and ORV trails. Includes drive­ way and cleared site, electric available, $26,900. $500 down, $330/month, 11% land contract. Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118 or www.northemlandco.com FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow * Trout, Walleye, Largemouth, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. WANTED: SOMEONE TO bale 5 acres of hay. 3 miles south of Nashville. (517)852­ 0305 RUTLAND TOWNSHIP; BUILDABLE lots, from 1-3 acres, from $19,900 to $24,900. Land contract terms available. Call Tony at (616)207-3607 National Ads HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Pets SHIH-TZU PUPPIES AKC, 1st shot, dewormed, many colors, non shedding (616)891-2581. Nashville VFW Auxiliary 8260 Penny Supper MAY 5 Serving from 5:30-7 p.m. Menu is: Chop Suey, Roast Pork & Dressing LAST om ©F TOE SEAS©W Your policies come with an agent and local service. TRUMBLE AGENCY ongratuiatiod^ Maple Valley & Honors Sr. Band Choir — . WE ARE PROUD OF ALL OF YOU! Pa Rumsey |uS Call us for a competitive quote on your Home, Auto, Farm or Business 1 ^Sidewalk 1 at (517) 726-0580 Cafe For delicious... Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp • Fish & Chicken Baskets TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Tuesday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or tots ot parking in back ■ Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-9320 nce Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hastings, Michigan • 49058-1091 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 1,2001 - Page 6 Maple Valley girl places in essay contest J-Ad Graphics News Service A Maple Valley student has clinched third place in an essay contest sponsored by the Barry County Prose- cutor's Office. Shaman Gearhart was the winner of a $50 scholarship through the Michigan Edu­ cation Savings Plan for her essay written for the Na- MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate tional Crime Victim's Week contest. Marissa VanWingen of Hastings was the first place winner of a $250 Michigan Education Savings Plan Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI Shaman Gearhart EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI....... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) ........... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) .......... 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, May 6th 2 to 4 p.m. 1425 Hammond Rd. in Hastings Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fire­ place. large kitchen w/oak floor­ ing fit cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "Info". New Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) Priced to buy... $269,9001! Your Host... Jerry Reese ♦Virtual tour www.realtor.com IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built In 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to seel ' . (N-l 16) COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES NE OF VERMONTVILLE, NEAR M-50, GOOD LOCATION, BLACKTOP ROAD. 2T> 220 220 4% (95 7 VIA HA IM IM , J2L 3 * 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, corner lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, convenient to town fit low maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing fir details today. (H-95) West of Nashville. 2 bedroom ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,5001! Call Nyle today for a private showing. (CH-120) 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live down­ stairs fir rent upstairs. 1\vo units easily reverts to one unit. Spacious living areas, oak trim 6C pocket doors, fireplace with for­ mal dining room; great invest­ ment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-l 18) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Newer windows, roof fir furnace. Needs some TLC on the Inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Nyle. (CH-106) VACANT LAND CHARMING HOME IN HASTINGS BRICK RANCH HIGH ON A HILL COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN fie KENT UP NEW LISTING "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fireplace, huge master suite on second floor. Call Nyle for all the "info". (CH-122) Scholarship for her Crime Victim's Rights Week es­ say, "My Hero," entered into the contest themed, "Thank You to the Unsung Hero in My Life Who Has Made a Difference." "During this week, (April 22-28) organizations that assist crime victims in Barry County join together On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 fir has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front fir rear stairs. Call Homer for more details fir appointment to see. (N-l 17) Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk tested. Call Homer for mote details. (VL-107/112) Terrance Augustine of Nashville was part of the Lake Superior State University regional champi­ ons SIFE team that matched education outreach projects against the programs of other teams at the Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) Regional Exposition and Career Opportunity Fair April 9 in Cleveland. This marks the 10th regional championship earned by LSSU SIFE in the past 11 years. In addition to the championship, the LSSU team received a finalist tro­ phy for their “Make a Difference Week” special competition entry. The first, second, and third place win­ ners will be chosen from the 15 finalists and announced May 14 in. Kansas City. Students in Free Enterprise encourages stu­ dents to take what they are James M. Dunn In country between Nashville ar Hastings. Newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim troughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call Jerry. (CH-124) NASHVILLE 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air fir water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-l 19) $79,9001 VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "Tudor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nice­ ly landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) JUST LISTED: BEAUTIFUL HIGH WOODED SETTING. "COUNTRY HOME" ON 4.9 ACRES Extra wooded acre available. 3 bed­ room, walkout basement ranch, 2 baths, all tastefully decorated. Many ri'newer* improvements include win­ dows, doors, carpeting roof, vinyl siding fit pump. 2-car garage plus pole barn 30x40 w/drains fir electric. Call Homer for more details. (CH-125) learning in the classroom and apply it to real-life situ­ ations, and to use their knowledge to better their communities through educa­ tional outreach projects. The projects presented by the LSSU SIFE Team included “Women’s Independence Now (WIN),” “Show Me the Money!” (tax preparation assistance), “Who Wants to Be a Multi-Millionaire?” (financial independence), “Corner Office Office Kids” Corner Office Kids (teach­ ing business concepts at Sault Area Middle School), and “Real World Kids” (teaching fundamental eco­ nomic principles at Washington Elementary School). Teams were judged on the effectiveness of their pro­ jects during a 24-minute pre­ sentation and were evaluated on creativity and innovation, results of education pro­ grams, success in using resources and documenta­ tion of activities. LSSU SIFE students also met with dozens of corporate repre­ sentatives from the Cleveland business commu­ nity to discuss job opportu­ nities. Regional champions named at 20 competitions held around the country will present their projects at the 2001 SIFE USA National Exposition, sponsored by the Kansas City Business Community, May 13-15 in Missouri. The national champion in the 4-year divi­ sion will travel to London, England, in July to compete at the inaugural SIFE World Cup. Terrance Augustine is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Augustine ofNashville. SERVING OUR COUNTRY iS Ufa James M. Dunn hasjoined the United States Army Reserve under the delayed training program. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay reporting for $184,900! JUST LISTED! Michigan, "celebrities may come and go but heroes stay with us. "A hero might be a sup­ portive teacher a child can confide in, a nurse who takes extra time and care wit a victim, a neighbor who does not ignore the concerns heard next door," students learned. "Heroes are the ones who make a difference in our lives, the ones who re­ store our hope and we never forget. Being a hero takes courage, patience, compas­ sion and commitment to making the world a better place, if just for one other person." Students also learned that: "When you see an opportu­ nity to reach out to some­ one whose life can be changed for the better, you have the chance to be a true hero. There are quiet heroes among us every day. They do what they can and go about their daily lives." Nashville man part of LSSU SIFE-Team Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! to promote greater public awareness about the rights and needs of crime victims," said Victim Advocate Kori Rollison who organized the contest. The second place essay was entered by Jacob Lum­ bert of the Hastings Middle School and garnered him a $100 Michigan Education Savings Plan Scholarship. Finalists from Maple Val­ ley were Penny Plaunt, Caitlin Morris, Amanda Kirchhoff and Rebekah Welch. Finalists from Thomapple Kellogg Middle School were Ashley VanderMeer and Elena Gormley. Finalists from the Hast­ ings Middle School were Christy Storm, Elly Kruko, Leanne Pratt and Elizabeth Shafer. According to the Crime Victim Services Commis­ sion and the Prosecuting At­ torney's Association of Subscribe to basic military training for up to 270 days. An enlistment in the Reserve gives many new soldiers the option to learn a new skill, serve their country, and become eligible to receive more than $7,000 toward a college education, $20,000 for repayment of college loans, and a maxi­ mum $5,000 cash bonus. After completion of basic military training, most sol- diers received advanced individual training in their careerjob specialty. The recruit qualifies for a $3,000 enlistment bonus. Dunn, a 2001 graduate of Maple Valley High School, will report to Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, MO., for active duty on June 15. He is the son of Shelly I. Smith of Nashville and Monnie R. Dunn of Lansing. the Hastings Banner and The Dog House $ e ** e Pet Grooming get all the Y/Aay news of Barry lu County. Call 945-9554. Professional Grooming of All Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands ___Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Now Offering Pickup and Delivery Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 1, 2001 - Page 7 FROM OUR READERS Film Processing Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues A A CS >X >X\ s as; w 11*^ kt Maybe all-day, alternate-day K isn’t a good idea Dear editor, our students in the manner We want to express our that they will be receiving concern for the schedule a four-day weekend every that Maple Valley has se­ other week. We feel they lected for our kindergarten may lose what they program for next year. learned in the previous After speaking with a week, and upon returning few other parents who to school after this fourhave the same concerns, day weekend, we believe we felt it necessary to get that could actually cause involved. We have taken more stress for the stu­ time out of our schedules dents, teachers and par­ to contact a number of, ents. school districts that sur­ We are also concerned round the Maple Valley with the fact that when a school district. holiday falls on your We found that most child's day of school, your schools are still using the child is more at risk of los­ half day, every day pro­ ing information they have gram. One district tried the learned. There is the pos­ all day alternate day pro­ sibility for each child to gram for about seven years have a five- or even sixand the teachers decided day weekend. the children were not get­ The basis of the school ting a good enough educa­ boards decision was made tion and have since partially on the results of switched back to the half Fuller Street Principal Ms.; day program. Farnsworth's survey that Some districts have was sent, home with the given parents the option of following grade: Young " all day or half day every Fives, kindergarten, first-, day programs. One district second- and third-graders. is running an all day alter­ We strongly feel that the nate day program with a Early 4s, Head Start and half day on Friday for all all surrounding pre-school students. programs should have been We are concerned for । given the survey. The re- Subscribe to the.. ®}ai' Hastings Banner ft (di W * ta ti|i fe W W faai Ik n rtltto- ctairpmtkha:jfltS llifldrilllsi! taluj EisWityt® liikwIJste and get all the news of Barry County. [bp- taM11* fflrfllidhte Call 945-9554 to subscribe today. _ »* ♦i ♦ i* I* ♦I ♦I «*.x sii1* x s suits of the survey are: 24 parents in favor of the ADAD program, 5 parents opposed, 2 parents wanted all day every day and one parent had stipulations for the program. In all Ms. Farnsworth feels she has adequately represented the parents of next year's kindergarten class with a total of 32 re­ turned surveys. Farnsworth is unable to tell us how much time the children will spend in the classroom learning. The ideas they are currently considering are as follows: Reading and math in the morning, snack time in the morning (possibly provided by the parents), lunch and after lunch time will be spent in centers, quit time and the Michigan Model social studies. The children will need to hav.e a morning snack time if they have the last lunch of the day. This is only the possible schedule since they have not deter­ mined what schedule will work at this time. Farnsworth does not feel it is necessary to hold an open forum meeting to discuss the program and answer any questions, since she has only re­ ceived five telephone calls from concerned parents. We strongly urge you to call Principal Farnsworth at Fuller Street Elemen­ tary at (517) 852-9468 and Superintendent Clark Volz at (517) 852-9699. This letter is to express our concern and our inabil­ ity to get the information we are looking for from Maple Valley School sys­ tem. Our children are the future of this community and we want to see them receive the best education they possibly can. With­ out answers to our ques­ tions we feel our children's education is at risk next year. Nicole Swift Teresa Aiken IMPORTANT UPDATE!!! SIII]ill' .Hilt cafe in Vermontville is open Tuesday thru Sunday. Vie expect to stay open through our upgrad­ ing. Many of the items on the menu will be the same. However, we shall be adding many exciting things. Our hours will be expanding until late in the evening to serve the Vermontville/Nashville area better. VJe will then become C&B's PIZZERIA. Sugar Hut 174 S. Main Street - Vermontville • Phone 517-726-1518 For all your photo processing needs - try the professionals at Printing Plus! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs. The Best Color Possible! That’s what you get from Kodak papers and professional processing. Sure, you can get it for less... but that’s what you get... LESS. Get the best reproduction possible for your photos... Large 4" X 6" prints, color corrected & printed on Kodak’s No. 1 brand Royal 35MM paper in matte or glossy finish. 24 EXPOSURE ROLL 4” PRINTS SINGLE EXPOSURE SET now only. crazy Thursdays With each roll processed, you get DOUBLE PRINTS or one 8x10 ENLARGEMENT of your choice! =-• PROCESSING PLUS ■ GET YOUR PHOTOS PRINTED ON-LINE! SEND US YOUR PHOTOS VIA EMAIL TO: ACP@voyager.net AND WE CAN MAKE 4X6 OR LARGER COLOR PRINTS. CALL US TODAY! Make it BIGGER! Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives, prints or slides - plus we can add text and borders in all popular sizes! 8X10 as low as NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! mi 8.5" X 11 Color Copies qqe ♦i 1 exposure ww 1 EXPOSURE 11"X17” $1.19 8.5” X 11 B&W Copies *|cc now only... IV ' each Available as low as 7<t each in quantities! Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers in the latest colors & textures available Custom Rubber Stamps 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings , _ .in me 616.945.9105 GrayBarn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 ■ 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 1.2001 - Page 8 Vermontville Syrup Festival, continued from page 12 J-Ad Graphics News Service In the blue sky and bright sunshine last weekend, the only thing that was pouring at the 61st annual Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Fes­ tival was pure, homemade maple syrup - gallons of it. Visitors to the Ver­ montville fire station waited in the long line for nearly an hour to get a taste of that sweet nectar on a stack of hotcakes made and served by the American Legion and Nashville Lions Club. Joining them in feeding the masses were volunteers from the Maple Valley Band Boosters. And, as always, the base­ ball field behind village hall was wall to wall motorcy­ cles. "It's a traditional gather­ ing place," said Ron LaClair of Potterville. LaClair and his wife, Nancy, joined friends and fellow members of the Harley Club of Lans­ ing and the Capitol Area HOG (Harley Owners Group) riding their bikes to Vermontville as their first spring outing. "The weather's nice and we gotta have a place to go," he said wearing black leather and a bear head hat. "It's the first of the year's big rides." Riders represented nearly every age level and at least two races riding everything from racing bikes to Gold- Home made maple syrup was for sale everywhere. wings. In all, nearly 500 bikes and 1,000 bikers are esti­ mated to have visited the tiny town. "It looks like Sturgis," said one woman, referring to the annual Sturgis Toy Run where bikers attending the Village of Nashville The Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for sidewalk replacement. Anyone interested in bidding should contact Department of Public Works director Scott Decker at 517-852-9571 for details. All bids must be submitted in writing prior to 12:00 p.m. on 5/23/01. LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OR 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 regular school election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 11, 2001. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REG­ ISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 11,2001, IS MONDAY, MAY 14, 2001. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 14, 2001, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGU­ LAR SCHOOL 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 educa­ tion. Allison Avery event take a toy for needy children. "I used to live here when I was a little boy," said 72year-old Goldwing rider Jerry Sears of Jackson. "Af­ ter we moved, I'd come back to Vermontville and visit my grandmother, Zilfa Gaut Darrow, between the ages of eight and 10." When he became old enough, Jerry began annual visits to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. "I always come on my motorcycle, weather permit­ ting," he said. Joining Sears was Sandy Spencer and friends who be­ long to the Chapter "J" mo­ torcycle club. Riders swarming the fes­ tival represented the Wom­ en's Team of the Christian Motorcycle Association, the Jerry Sears, right, of Jackson, returns to his roots when he rides his Honda to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival as he has his entire adult life. Michigan Avengers, the Proud Veterans, the Centu­ rions of Battle Creek, the National Guard Choppers, Wayward Winds of Michi­ gan, Vietnam Veterans USA, the Disciples, Iron Coffins, the All Americans, the Loyal Riders of Jackson, Probate Avengers and more. With the Glen Erin Bag­ pipe Band on the entertain­ ment schedule, one festival goer noted that Main Street Vermontville during syrup festival is one of the few places "where men in kilts meet men in black leather chaps." While Don Mulvany, Rob VanEngen and Jim Mater whipped up countless gallons of pancake batter in the fire station, the chil Continued next page VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE The regular council meetings of the Village of Nashville are the second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Thursdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Nashville Council Chambers located at 204 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073. The meeting dates are as fol­ lows: ‘April 12, 2001 * May 10, 2001 * June 14, 2001 * July 12, 2001 * August 9, 2001 * September 13, 2001 * October 11, 2001 * November 8, 2001 * December 13, 2001 ’ January 10, 2002 * February 14, 2002 * March 14, 2002 * April 26. 2001 * May 24, 2001 * June 28, 2001 * July 26, 2001 * August 23, 2001 * September 27, 2001 * October 25, 2001 * November 20, 2001 * December 27, 2001 * January 24,2002 * Februaury 28, 2002 * March 28, 2002 The Village of Nashville will provide necessary and reason­ able aids and services to the disabled and hearing impaired upon five days notice to the Nashville Village Clerk. Cathy Lentz, Clerk 206 N. Main Nashville, Ml 49073 (517)852-9544 Secretary, Board of Education TOO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 1,2001 — Page 9 Business Services Card of Thanks (616)948- BULLDOZING: 2909. REFLECTIONS Once again we would like to thank our son Bradley for planning and hosting our 50th anniversary party ten years ago on the last Saturday in April. Thanks also to our sons Brian and Barry, living out ofstate, for helping to make our day special and perfect in every way. To Judy and Larry, Jan and Dick we thank you too for faithfully remembering our spedal day every year of the last ten. There is sadness in looking through our cards and the names in our guest book for there are relatives and friends who shared our special day and are no longer living. Treasure those around you and take time to smell the roses. You do not know the day or the hour ofyour last heart beat. Phillip and Sara Scott Power washing & cleaning by Two Men and Tools. We use a power washer, bucket and brush with good old fashioned elbow grease and a ladder. We'll make sure your house, mobile home, patio, driveway is dean. We'll make sure your old gray deck looks new again. Also ask about UV protec­ tant stain & sealer to protect your deck. Call Two Men and Tools for a free esti­ mate, (616)945-8786 or (616)948-3384, leave message ifno answer. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy,, Hastings. At the gray barn or call 945-9105 FROST and taking third place was the float entered by Little Friends preschool. At the event's first ever Little Miss Princess Con­ test at 5 p.m. on Saturday, little Hannah Gardner was crowned. For more informaton, see this week's Reminder and next week's Maple Valley News. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Honored citizen Leo Malcuit accepts accolades from the syrup festival association. His wife, honored citizen Mary, was unable to attend the festival. Estimates Available From previous page (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE dren’s parade in front of the grandstand netted a. first place prize for brothers Mar­ cum and Dillon Terpening of Vermontville, whom the judges felt best represented YMCA of Barry County We build strong kids, strongfamilies, W st strong communities. Job Opportunities The YMCA is currently looking for individuals to staff our playgrounds in Hastings, Freeport, Lakewood, and Middleville sites. Opportunities also exist for the field maintenance of our men’s softball and youth baseball/softball leagues, as well as for umpires in all of our baseball and soft­ ball leagues. If you are interested, please contact Tony at 945-4574 for more information. the theme, Mystery and Magic of Maple Syrup. Coming in second were Cliff and Cody Franklin. Entertainment acts in­ cluded the Thornapple Val­ ley Dulcimers, the Maple Valley Jazz Band, the Maple Valley High School Choir, Blind Ambition, the IoniaMaple Valley Community Band and Holland's Dutch Klompen Dancers. After a concert'by the Freedom Bank on the down­ town stage Saturday, the 1 1/2 hour-long festival parade featured nine floats, three bands, honored citizens Leo and Mary Malcut, syrup queen Camille Wieland and her alternate, Jessica Ripley. Also featured were the Shriners mini T patrol, the Vermontville Girl Scouts, local businesses, antique cars and more, adding up to a total of 70 parade entries. Parade announcer Russ Laverty introduced the first place float entered by the Vermontville Junior Farm­ ers as it passed by the packed bleachers downtown. Coming in second was the float by the Scout Pack 644 AMERICA'S CAfifCTMAKEA4 Guardian Fiberglass Insulation II 1IIKUI 1IIKUI Cabinets •ill ■A. (K Celotex ( insulation \ .onc .Conic nome.to .quality. .Andersen. <>9 Plywood Lumber Plumbing Supplies use 1 Drywall Oak Pine Molding Armstrong Celling Tile > Hand & Power Tools Roofs » ST r r IK % Crete & Supply <•> WolverineTechnologies Tim lI Fl L 0. rWl Pre-Hung Steel Doors The World Leader In Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" •TIhomstovni | LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 owa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 1,2001 - Page 10 Valley wins two in track; Treloar sets 200 record Maple Valley's girls won twice in track.and field action week, defeating Bellevue 117-39 at home April 24 and Lakewood 75­ 53 at Lakewood April 26. Placing first versus Bellevue were Carly Spitzley in the pole vault (8-6), Brieann Treloar in the high jump (5-4), Cashel Harp in the shot put (29-3 1/2) and the discus (99-0), Sarah Cook in the 100 hurdles (17.8), Micah Tobias in the 100 (13.2), Aubrey Murphy in the 400 (1:09.6), Sarah Cook in the 300 hurdles (2:32.2), Brieann Treloar in the 200 (27.5), the 1600 relay team of Stephanie Joostberns, Andrea Eaton, Summer Hill and Donna Cripe (4:48.8), the 800 relay team of Donna Cripe, Aubrey Murphy, Holly Forest and Brieann Treloar (2:28.8) and the 400 relay team of Alesia PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estale advertising in this news* paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention. Io make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living wilh parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To reportdiscrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. VanEngen, Micah Tobias, Stephanie Joostberns and Sarah Cook (54.7). The win over Bellevue improved the team's record to 2-0. Collecting victories for the Lions against Lakewood were the 3200 relay team of Holly Forest, Camille Wieland, Andrea Eaton and Stephanie Joostberns (11:45), the 800 relay’ team of Alesia VanEngen, Stephanie Joostberns, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar (1:53.4), the 400 relay team of Alesia VanEngen, Melisssa Nisse, Donna Cripe and Micah Tobias. (55.2), the 1600 relay team of Holly Forest, Aubrey Murphy, Andrea Eaton and Stephanie Joostberns (4:59), Brieann Treloar in the high jump (5­ 2), Cashel Harp in the shot put (30-7), Sarah Cook in the discus (97-7), Camille Wieland in the 800 (2:49.4) and Murial Wieland in the 3200 (14:33.9). In the 200, Brieann Treloar and Andrea Koch, from Lakewood, tied with efforts of 26.3. Treloar broke the school record with that run, snapping the old mark of 26.6 held by Janet Boldry in 1990. Area teams win at Portland Two area girls' track teams took top honors at the April 21 Portland Relays held at Portland High School. Maple Valley's girls finished first with 128 points and Lakewood ended up second with 116 points. First place performances for Lakewood included Rhianna Stalter in the 100 hurdles (16.51), 300 hurdles (51.83) and the long jump (16-11), Stacey Carpenter in the 1600 (5:49) and the 3200 (12:37) and the Vikings' 800-meter relay team (1:54.8). Stalter was named the Most Valuable Female athlete at the event. In the boys' event, Maple SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Valley and Lakewood tied for first place with final scores of 147. Area first places in the boys were achieved by Maple Valley's Mike Mead in the 400-meters (54.70), Maple Valley's Eric Smith in the 300-meters, Maple Valley's Troy Sloan in the 200 meters (22.70), Lakewood's Travis Williams in the 3200 meters (10:31), Lakewood's 1600 meters relay team (3:43), Lakewood's Zac Livermore in the discus (134-04), Lakewood's Harrison King in the high jump (5-08), Lakewood's 3200 meter relay team of - Travis Williams, David Stuart, Phil Plowman and Harrison King (8:55), Maple Valley's Troy Sloan in the 100 (10.66) and Maple Valley's 800 meter relay team of Tim Wawiernia, Mike Mead, Andy Ewing and Troy Sloan (1:36). Sloan's 100 time was a new Maple Valley record. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726*0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours (517) 852*2143 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Athletic Boosters wil elect officers May 9 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Ath­ letic Boosters will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 9, to elect officers. The meeting will take place in the high school conference room. Anyone can run for an officer's position, said Jim Leonard, the Boosters president. "You do not need to have a child in the junior­ senior high athletics to run for an officer's position, or get involved in the Athletic Boosters," said Leonard. Leonard said he is hop­ ing to increase attendance in the group. "We have a small but extremely dedicated group and hope more people will get involved in our organi­ zation. Leonard said Athletic Director Mike Sparks, who has been with the school for less than a year, has brought a lot of new ideas to the group. "He has brought a wealth of information and experience and ideas and energy to the organization and that has really helped," he said. Leonard said the group is focusing on a number of new projects and ideas for the upcoming school year, in particular, fund-raising. Money raised recently has helped improve many things. "We have purchased a banner to promote Maple Valley teams, the press box has been painted along with buildings at the football field. We have lined the east fence at the football field with flag poles and MV flags, and we have purchased weight room equipment, paid part of the meal money for the wrestlers at the state tour­ nament, and sponsored a weight lifting clinic." Leonard said the group also will sponsor a power lifting competition May 12. Anyone interested in joining the group or run­ ning for office is encour­ aged to attend the meet­ ing. Lions battle league baseball foes, go 2-1 The Maple Valley High School varsity baseball team played three games last week against Leslie and Springport. The Lions played five innings with Springport Monday before the rain came. They finished the Jacob Cole and Jeremy Wiser had the Maple Valley base hits. Maple Valley won a second game against Leslie 12-2. Mike Hamilton (3-0) was the winning pitcher, striking out three and allowing four hits. Eric Goris went 2-for-3 with two doubles and three RBI, Darin Thrun went 2-for-4, Travis Kersjes 2-for-4 and Mike Hill went l-for-2 with an RBI. The Lions battled for this upcoming season. In Springport Thursday and the A league, unlimited dropped a 13-11 decision. home runs and the use of a Springport scored three runs .44 core ball will be used. and Maple Valley one in the For the B league, unlimited seventh inning to make for home runs with a .47 blue the final margin. In that dot softball to be used. game, Jacob Cole went 4Registration for the league is for-5 with three RBI, Mike $485 per team with unlimit­ Himeiss 3-for-4, Eric Goris ed rosters. If interested in 2-for-4, Jeremy Wiser 2-forplaying, bring the registra­ 4 and Darin Thrun had two tion fee to the managers RBI. Maple Valley is now 6-3 meeting on Wednesday, May 9 at 7 p.m. in the choir room overall and 3-1 in the SMAA. at the Middle School. game Wednesday and Leslie scored the 2-0 victory. Leslie pitcher Matt Haskel only allowed two hits and the Blackhawks did not commit a single error. Darin Thrun threw six innings for the Lions, striking out five and allowing four hits. Hastings men’s softball league sign-ups underway Registration is still going on for the Hastings men’s softball league. The follow­ ing changes have been made For Sale BEAUTIFUL WURLITZER CONSOLE piano. Call for appointment to see (616)367­ 4179. FORMS ARE AVAILABLE until May 11 in the Business Office of Maple Valley Schools for alumni who wish to be considered for a Schol­ arship from Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship FounFoun­ dation. PIANO FOR SALE: small console. Take on small monthly payments. Nothing down with good credit. See locally. Call (800)346-1775 "Bob m Custom Services, Inc. 8635 Thomapple Lk. Rd. • Nashville, MI 49073 Specializing in “Honey-Do ” Lists Lost & Found 1 Make LOST: FEMALE BEAGLE, "Washington" could be anywhere. (517)852-0508 AmeriGas Your Propane Suppliers and Save $$$... AmeriGas America's Propane Company □ 517-852-9080 Mobile Homes GUARANTEED PRICE FREE Installation FREE Leak Test Senior Citizen Discount Automatic Delivery Convenient Payment Options Trained Technicians 24-Hour Emergency Service Customer Referral Award 7220 Saddlebag Lake Road Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 4I Free Estimates Licensed & Insured Call Now For More Details! 'Certain restrictions apply. Limited free gallons available. Plumbing and Electrical maintenance Bathroom Remodeling • Custom Decks • Landscaping QWAA*I ,WO a T/I A AO A ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to assume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We , represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move . iff necessary. 1-800-672-9604 COB0 W Mfelf a Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-057 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �Looking For a PRINTER! FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one of our Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! Letterheads Business cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber Stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons calendars Catalogs F 1-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it’s new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 13S1 N. Broadway in the BARN! Tty our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ------------------------ 1 Hour or Next Day Processing---------------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND — LOCATED AT — DELIVERY 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 MAILING SERVICE (616) 945-5078 FOX (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 FOX (517) 543-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. May 1,2001 - Page 12 Sun shines on 61st Vermontville Syrup Festival The award winning Maple Valley High School band performed for the syrup fes­ tival crowd. 2001 queen Camille Wieland, right and alternate queen, Jessica Ripley, had a special seat in the annual parade. Nancy and Ron LaClair of Potterville say ifs a tradition to ride their motorcycles to Vermontville each year with the Harley Club of Lansing. The bear on Ron's head was shot by him with a bow and arrow while hunting in Canada. The Vermontville Junior Farmers captured first place with their float portraying the parade theme, The Mystery and Magic of Maple Syrup. Comemond Checkout Our bi-Stwe Center Cui Pork Chops Bar s 1 lb. pkg. Bulk Hog Dogs Pork Sausage 99*. \ Bareman’s Whole Milk Tombstone Parade 64 oz. Chocolate stuffed Crust Crape l^j Pizza Milk Juice gallon 12 oz. Parade Shredded Cheese Sauce 1 lb. pkg. Parade Parade AU Varieties Lasagna Mac. & Pillsbury Biscuits Noodles Cheese Grands! J Banquet pot 4 Pies Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 aSppnrningg &isSuummeerr i Sntotrie nHoouurrss:: M-rFj9 j.:w00--o8::j3u0;; &Saai.l y9::u0v0--o6::u0u0;; bSuunn.. Noon-b6:0w0 ••pPrriciceess goooddttnhrru bSaituroday^ Marcum arcum Terpening erpenng an and hiss brother, roer, Dillon, on, were declared the first place winners of the children's parade. See Syrup Festival, page 8 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-05-08.pdf e3fccf0afa9e7598e9ba757ebb12ae11 PDF Text Text u cs uMURY D I S CHURCH ST MM tt BOMB-MI Published by J-Ad Graphics,, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan ichigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 19/May 8, 2001 Top 10 announced for Class of 2001 Jason Carrigan The Top Ten academic students of the Maple Val­ ley High School Class of 2001 have been an­ nounced. Jason Carrigan is the class valedictorian with a perfect 4.0 grade point av­ erage. Carrigan is the son of Kathy and Tom Carrigan of Vermontville. Academic achievements include being a Math Days and Math Rally participant and high honors student. Carrigan has partici­ pated in drama and musi­ cals, the jazz band, and band and the Boy Scouts. Community service has included playing the guitar in his youth group praise band for Grace Community Church and he has worked co-op for the Maple Valley schools as a computer tech aide. In the fall, Carrigan plants to attend Western Michigan University to study computer science. Jennifer Mansfield is the salutatorian with a 3.992 GPA. She is the daughter of Vicki and Robert Mans­ field of Vermontville. Her academic achieve­ ments include being a member of the National Honor Society and the Spanish Honors Society. She is a scholar athlete and has received aca­ demic awards for four years. She will be graduat­ ing with high honors. During her years in high school, she has partici­ pated in varsity volleyball, and varsity softball, as well as jazz band, color guard, the Spanish Club, ski club and Earthwatch. Her community service and hobbies include partic­ ipation in community Jennifer Mansfield Gwen McDougal blood drives and activities to support the Band Boost­ ers. She plans to attend Western Michigan Univer­ sity and pursue a career in the health field. Brian Burt is finishing high school with a 3.985 GPA. He is the son of ‘Pinocchio’ continues this weekend "Pinoccho" hits the stage this weekend and next at the Vermontville Opera House. Show times are set for May 4,5,11, and 12 at 7 p.m„ and May 6, and 13 at 3 p.m. Call (616) 367-4455 for tickets, and they are also available at the door. Amanda Robins Heidi and Dan Burt of Nashville. His academic achieve­ ments include being a fi­ nalist for the MHSAA Scholar-Athlete Award in golf, participation in Michigan State Universi­ ty's Alumni Distinguished Scholarship * Competition, an SMAA Scholar-Athlete Award recipient, Michigan Mathematics Prize Com­ petition finalist, award winner in Eaton County Area Math Day and SMAA Math Rally compe­ titions. He has received an academic letter, pin and plaque, has been on the all-A honor roll, a member of National Honor Society, and has been listed in the "Who's Who Among American High School Students." Burt has participated in marching band,, concert band, jazz/pep Bands, cross country, track team, golf team (including being the SMAA All-Conference and individual medalist his senior year, and first team All-Barry County in golf in his senior year). He serves the commu­ nity by playing the trumpet for VFW members' funer­ als. He also plays the trumpet for special music for church services and en­ joys playing golf as a Matthew Thorne hobby. He plans to attend Michigan State University in the fall. Matthew Thorne grad­ uates with a 3.887 GPA. He is the son of Stephanie and Michael Thorne of Vermontville. His academic achieve­ ments include four years honor roll, all A's, Aca­ demic All-State football, and three-year plaque re­ cipient of the Academic Award. His extra-curricular ac­ tivities have included two years playing varsity foot­ ball and varsity wrestling. He was also in the "Lil' Abner" musical. He plans to attend Hope College to study engineer­ ing and will play football Timothy Wawiemia for the Flying Dutchmen. Amanda Robins gradu­ ates with a 3.879 GPA. She is the daughter of Christine and Ronald Robins. Her academic achieve­ ments include all A's, firstyear pin, second year let­ ter and third year plaque. She is also a member of the National Honor Soci­ ety. She plans to attend Lansing Community Col­ lege and keep her job as secretary for the Michigan Water Environment Asso­ ciation. Timothy Wawiemia, son of Ruth Ann and Tony Wawiemia, graduates with a 3.845 GPA. See Top 10, pg. 2 In This Issue • Alternative ed students plant ‘healing gar­ den’ • Nashville man accused of rape • Syrup Festival concerns addressed at meeting • Vermontville Library plans first computer class �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 8,2001 - Page 2 Top 10, continued from front page guished Scholar Award. -'WftMhtville Syrup FestiHis extra-curfttflar'Jii? I val, is chairman of the tivities include president schools semi-annual blood drives, and in his vacation of National Honor Society, time likes to go out west captain of varsity football to ski. and track teams, All-State In the future he will at­ track junior high, Ski tend Hope College and Club, and regional champs major in civil engineering, in junior year track. and work in an internship He volunteers for the at Fleis and Vandenbrink Engineering Inc of Grand Rapids. He also plans to run track at Hope College. Jessica Hummel, daughter of Deborah JohnThe Place to Go for Professional Styling cock of Nashville, and Steven Hummel, of Ver­ MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN montville, graduates with HAIR STYLING a 3.834. Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road Hummel's academic achievements include Na­ tional Honor Society, aca­ demic letter and honor roll. His academic achieve­ ments include four-year academic awards, Aca­ demic All-League, Aca­ demic All-State football, SMAA Scholar Athlete award, listed in "Who's Who Among American High School Students" and Hope College Distin- ^Diana’s ^P&ice 1-517*852*9481 There’s a better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance Her extra-curricular ac­ tivities include band and color guard, honors choir, and drama and musicals. She is also active with the Revue, and is a member and treasurer of Earth­ watch Club, and treasurer of the National Honor So­ ciety. In her free time she en­ joys going to the theater, reading and traveling. She plans to attend Western Michigan Univer­ sities Lee Honors College in the fall. Michael Hamilton II graduates with a 3.822 GPA and is the son of Julie and Michael Hamil­ ton. His academic achieve­ ments include National Honor Society, member of the All-State Academic Football team, and gradu­ ating with high honors. His extra-curricular ac­ tivities include three years in varsity cross country, two in varsity baseball and basketball, one year in varsity football, Lions Club award recipients, and nine years showing steers in 4-H. He plans to attend Michigan State University to pursue an electrical technology degree. Gwen McDougal grad­ uates with a 3.822 GPA. She is the daughter of Dotty and Doug McDougal of Vermontville. Her academic achieve­ ments include two-year academic award, scholar athlete award, Michigan Competitive Scholarship, and Oakland University Music Scholarship. Her extra curricular ac­ tivities include jazz band, honors choir, Earthwatch, Spanish Club secretary, Band Council president, National Honor Society, SHS, track, cross country, drama and musicals. She was the 2000 Ver­ montville Alternate Maple Syrup Queen and plays pit orchestra for the Revue. She plans to attend Oak­ land and double major in music and business. Carrissa Keasler grad­ uates with a 3.805 GPA and is the daughter of Lynn and Jim Keasler. Her academic achievements include academic awards and citizen awards throughout her school years. Her extra-curricular ac­ tivities have been running for varsity cross country for three years, track, soccer, in the school musicals and involved in SHS, National Honor Society and active in Grace Community Church. She is the singer for her church youth band, "Plas­ tic Water" and has done community service in a variety of ways. She was the 2000 Maple Syrup Queen and traveled around Michigan talking about the annual Vermontville Syrup Festival. She plans to attend Kel­ logg Community College for two years for her asso­ ciates degree in nursing. After practicing for a cou­ ple of years, she said she would like to travel to a foreign country and help those in need "spiritually and physically." from a stranger at a 1-800 number or from STAN TRUMBLE Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville 517-726-0580 uluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7/U No Prob&An Ppjoftfc, Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 9 Nachos, green beans, applesauce, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 10 M.W. Hungry Howies. Pizza, broccoli and cheese, fruit cocktail, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 11 Chicken nuggets, roll and butter, mashed potatoes, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 14 Corn dog, french fries, -fresh fruit, Teddy Grahams, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, May 15 Burrito, green beans, broccoli/cheese, fruit mix, peaches, cookie, 1/2 pt. juice, milk. milk. Friday, May 11 Note: Maplewood Ele­ Choose One Chicken mentary will be serving nuggets, pizza, chicken breakfast this year starting sandwich, salad bar. Choose the first of the school year. Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, blueberry crisp, Maple Valley Jr./Sr. juice, milk. High School Lunch Menu Monday, May 14 Choose One Chicken Wednesday, May 9 fries, pizza, chicken sand­ Choose One - Nachos, wich, salad bar. Choose Two pizza, chicken sandwich, — Garden salad, whole kernel deli bar. Choose Two — com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Garden salad, baked beans, Tuesday, May 15 applesauce, juice, milk. Choose One - Ham and Thursday, May 10 Choose One - Club sand­ cheese sub, pizza, cheese­ wich, pizza, cheeseburger, burger, taco bar. Choose Two taco bar. Choose Two - - garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. Garden salad, LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULEI 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 of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ................. .11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School..................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship ........................6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 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 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................... 11 a.m. Church School ...................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a Fellowship Time................10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50 a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway 301 Fuller St., Nashville 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 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship................................. 9:30 a m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings Sunday School .9:45 am. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service..........................................7 p Wed. Service ............... 7 p.m, PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship............ 10 a.m n a VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... Church Service..... ....... 10 a.m. ....... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: .9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ....................... 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev. Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Svnndi MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 8, 2001 - Page 3 Alterna1 twmim—vr»w- e — ed students .p...lant ‘healing garden9 1 — mi d..d.le of the two boxes, for students and visitors to meet and talk on. Science and health teacher Rose Hahn said, "The garden is allergy ’ free, and is a healing gar. den. It has been very ther­ apeutic for the students, touching Mother Earth and helping plant the flowers and work in the dirt." Hahn said the garden also touches upon aro- matherapy, and horticul­ ture therapy for the stu­ dents. "We have had a lot fun doing it, and hope to put in a vegetable garden in the back soon." ^Wfet MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES ves. The healing garden also includes a bench. R IN NASHVILLE NEW LISTING "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE tive Education students have planted a "healing" garden in front of the Kel­ logg Building. The class has planted red and yellow tulips, which are in bloom, Sweet Williams, and Iris' in the back. Long wood boxes built by students Billy Beder and Roger Carter hold the flowers, and a wooden bench was built in the 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fireplace, huge master suite on second floor. Call Hyle for all the "info" (CH-122) $269,900! WEST OF HASTINGS!! Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fire­ place, large kitchen w/oak floor­ ing 8e cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info". Hew Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) W.WWI 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, corner lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, convenient to town St low maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing & defails today. (H-95) ** 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, large kitchen, open stairway & 2 car attached garage, great family home!! Call Hyle today to find out how to use your tax return to pur­ chase this home. (H-121) r i -I-J-ill ww Mp® a* .*. iKUllOsj Students plant flowers and work in the garden beds in front of Kellogg Community School. «* -J*^’ ajtf f r HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twillte 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4,50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon- Thurs DIGITAL STEREO 0 No passes Unlimited Free Drink Refills A ,2Sc Co Stadium Seating Gives YOU 3 An Unobstructed View_____ i: L-17P EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM 5/12 & 5/13 HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (PG) MUMM MOPS group will meet at Vermontville Bible Church The Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) at Vermontville Bible Church will have its monthly meet­ ing Tuesday, May 15. This will be the group’s Correction: Myrtle Beach is located in South Carolina, not North Carolina, as stated in last week's Maple Val­ ley News story about the high school band trip there. last meeting before summer. The meeting is open to all mothers of preschoolers whose children up to 6 years. Child care is provided for the children while the moms enjoy a time ofrefreshments, discussion and crafts. The meeting will run from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The church is located at 250 N. Main in Vermontville. A $4 donation is suggested. For further information, call Sarah Gurd, coordinator, at (517) 852-1893. RETURNS SHOWS VAUD 5/08 ■ 5/10 OTHE MUMMY RETURNS (PG-13) OlflITAl/STADIUM SEATIMB 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30,10:00 o DRIVEN (PG-13) DIGITAl/STADIUM SEATIAB 12:50, 3:05, 5:20, 7:35, 9:55 CROCODILE DUNDEE IN LOS ANGELES (PG) 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 7:10, 9:15 SPY KIDS (PG) 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 TANNING *4 *15 $25 $4o0 COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES NE OF VERMONTVILLE, NEAR M-50, GOOD LOCATION, BLACKTOP ROAD. California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available Tues.-Thurs. 8 am-8 pm; Fri. 8am-7 p.m.;Sal. 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville 1 1 NASHVILLE 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air fie water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (H-119) -852-1757 $184,900! BETWEEN NASHVILLE 8t HASTINGS Hewly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim troughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call Jerry. CH-124) VACANT LAND 220 220 220 MV| >>i 8i 8I8 8i 495 7 ISA 495 71/2A 495 71/21 JJA ' M 5M Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk tested. Call Homer for (VL-107/112) more details. (Must be used within 3 months) HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? HIT OUR WEB @ www.gqtl.com On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 fir has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front fie rear stairs. Call Homer for more details St appointment to see. (H-117)’ 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. STYLES-R-US p l 1 IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS $79,900! VERMONTVILLE 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home, "Hidor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nice­ ly landscaped w/waterfalls. Call Jerry. (V-104) per visit Walk-ins 5 visit Package We care about how you look at... ’■9 West of Hashville. 2 bedroom ranch on blacktop road, garage plus 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,5001! Call Hyle today for a private showing. (CH-120) Hewer windows, roof fie furnace. Heeds some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private show­ ing. Call Hyle. (CH-106) j-W j HIGH ON A HILL COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRES NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK W^! w Mk M $51,0001! TWo bedroom, one story home. Call Homer. (H-128) CHARMING HOME IN HASTINGS BRICK RANCH ®Jai»Gisri.t ?( a-Grit? Um,ui IlrwatlUmuU H-»^I . 726-1234 852-5066 ON TOO NEW FOR PICTURE by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Alterna­ FiiiiV Owstii t u —g.a. , p• ,' MLS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI...... Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)... . realtor,I IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (H-116) JUST LISTED! LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for complete details. S of 1-96. 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) NEW LISTING! ON 24- WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom With bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) JUST LISTED: BEAUTIFUL HIGH WOODED SETTING. "COUNTRY HOME" ON 4.9 ACRES Extra wooded acre available. 3 bedroom, walkout basement ranch, 2 baths, all tastefully deco­ rated.- Many "newer" improve­ ments include windows, doors, carpeting roof, vinyl siding St pump. 2-car garage plus pole barn 30x40 w/drains fie electric. Call Homer for more details. (CH-1251 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 8, 2001 - Page 4 Alternative ed students display art at hotel resort Lindsey Gibbs had someone offer to buy her artwork that was displayed at the Michigan Alternative Education Conference. CHERYL’S 1 V HAIR SHOP vCnHEcR nYiiL, rPiILEnR^CLE uOwner Aw 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 y Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children n£ GARAGE SALE Saturday. May 12 9:00 a.m. ■ 4:00 p.m. L0TS f3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 1/2 off saleJ RABY STUFF! Kelly Adrianson 9260 Lawrence Hwy..Vermontville (Just 1/4 of a mile west of Ionia Rd J • 61 • 61 • 61 • Colby Spicer holds his dragon painting that was displayed. 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • A Special Thank You to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Producers, Chairperson ofvarious activities and events. To the businesses and individuals thatpurchased memberships, sponsors ofthe parade, churches, clubs and groups that took part in making the Maple Syrup 6ist Festival a success! 61« 61 » 61 » 61 * 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 • 61 O' Os Mike Washbum holds his art work that was displayed at the Crystal Mountain Resort. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Alterna­ tive Education students last month displayed their art from the year at the Crystal Mountain Hotel Resort, home of the Michigan Alternative Edu­ cation Conference. Those who attended the conference said they were very impressed with the art work, said art teacher Cindy Grant. Art work ranged from In­ dia Ink, string paint art, pencil drawings, sponge and wax painting and wa­ ter painting, among other styles. Interest was so high for the art that persons attend­ ing the conference wanted to purchase a piece of work by Lindsey Gibbs. "We had a lot of com­ pliments," said Grant. "We displayed work from Art 1, and 2, and junior high. We have been busy working on different projects throughout the year." Grant said, "The stu­ dents do art therapy so that they can express them- the lobby of Kellogg selves through their art." School until May 25 for She said these works of anyone interested in art will be on display in checking them out. Family Movie Night planned for Friday The Maple Valley PTO will be host for a Family Movie Night Friday, May 11, at 6:30 p.m. This month’s feature will be “Air Bud - World Pup” and is rated G. The film, which is a sequel to Disney’s popular, Air Bud,” will be shown in the high school auditorium and is free of charge. In an effort to increase family-oriented activities for the families of the Maple Valley elementary schools, the PTO started Family Movie-Night in March and plans to continue to show G­ rated family movies monthly throughout the school year beginning again in September. Admission will be free. Celebrating School Family Day 2001 Tuesday, May 8 A special day is set aside each year in communities throughout the nation to recognize the contributions made by all public school employees to our society. School Family Day is sponsored by the Eaton County Education Association (MEA/NEA) Public Schools Work �The The Maple Maple Valley Valley News, News, Nashville, Nashville, Tuesday, Tuesday, May May 8, 2001 8, 2001 - Page - Page 5 _ MV students roll up sleeves, give blood her blood drawn at the blood drive last The blood drive held by the high school leadership class was hailed as a suc- cess last Friday. A final count of blood donated was not available week. JS1*:kleadershi|’ <*>“ * by press time, but by 10 a.m., 25 people had al­ ready donated. Nashville man accused of rape, drunk driving A 53-year-old Nashville man is accused of luring a 26-year-old woman into his car, raping her and dropping her off in downtown Nashville at about 3 a.m. May 2, according to the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment. Deputies said the victim is a Nashville resident who was walking on Main Street when the supsect who was a stranger to her offered her a ride. The suspect, Walter Planck of Nashville, is ac­ cused of then physically and sexually assaulting the woman in his car. "The victim was then returned to Nashville and dropped off downtown," said police. "The victim reported the crime at 4:34 a.m." Police said an alert deputy from the Sheriffs office re­ membered seeing a vehicle matching the suspect vehi­ cle description from earlier in the shift and was enroute to the owner's residence to check it at 4:46 a.m. when he spotted the suspect on Thomapple Lake Road. "A stop was made and the suspect was arrested for driv­ ing while under the influ- The Dog House & ® ® ® Pet Grooming Groo fcj. Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds & Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request _____ ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer Sidewallc Ca/e For delicious... Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp Fish & Chicken Baskets Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Tuesday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or lots ofparking in back ■ Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price? 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-9320 ence of alcohol," said po­ lice. After further investiga­ tion, Planck was charged with and arraigned Wednes­ day on two counts of first degree criminal sexual con­ duct and one count of second degree criminal sexual con­ duct. He is being held in the Barry County Jail on $250,000 bond. First degree criminal sex­ ual conduct carries a maxi­ mum possible penalty of life in prison. Second degree criminal sexual conduct car­ ries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison. Organizers Chashel Harp and Tim Wawiernia said their goal was to have 64 people donate. The blood drive ran from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the high school and was organized by the class as a spring community service project. The whole class was in­ volved in organizing the blood drive and cookies, doughnuts, juice and cof­ fee were offered to those who donated. school, who put on a GARAGE SALE MAY 9th, IO™ & «™ Pete Benton’s • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 2764 N. Ionia Rd. • Vermontville Lots of nice men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, baby clothing, Schwinn bike, garage doors, golf cart, hamster cages, dresser, Christmas tree, antiques, collectibles and other quality junk. _________NO EARLY SALES! 388888888388 Business Services BULLDOZING: 2909. (616)948- POWER WASHING & CLEANING: by Two Men and Tools. We use a power washer, bucket and brush with good old fashioned el­ bow grease and a ladder. We'll make sure your house, mobile home, patio, drive­ way is clean. We'll make sure your old gray deck looks new again. Also ask about UV protectant stain & sealer to protect your deck. Call Two Men and Tools for a free estimate, (616)945­ 8768 or (616)948-3384, leave message ifno answer. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. AMSUOVS CAIUHCTMAKEA’ Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Cabinets Celotex n insulation iConic nome.to JKhr A.q.quality. nudaersye.n. Plywoqd Lumber Plumbing Supplies use S Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Hand& Power Tools Roofs Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. | Dry Mix Crete & Supply <*> Wolverine Technologies o for Now Siding? (I OOM S'STUIS VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 /'Oak z Pine Molding Pre-Hung Steel Doors The World Leader In Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our ./lost valuable asset' HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com I«: §£§§§§§§§§§ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 8, 2001 - Page 6 Good citizens win trip to see Lugnuts The Maple Valley Edu­ cation Association spon­ sored a "Good Citizens of the Year" contest and win­ ners, nominated by the teachers, will attend a Lansing Lugnuts game for free. Two students were cho­ sen from each school for their outstanding citizen­ ship, and won tickets to the game, a free baseball and a certificate from the association. Winners from each school were: Stephanie Courtney and Jake Clark from Fuller, Brooke Var­ ney and Tyler Murray from Maplewood, Amy Strick­ land and Zeke Wieland from the junior high, and Eric Smith and Jenny Mansfield from the high school. Eric Smith will have the honor of throwing the first pitch of the game. Good Citizen's chosen at thejunior Wieland and Amy Strickland. high are Zeke Good Citizen's chosen from Maplewood to attend the Lugnuts game are Brooke Varney and Tyler Murray. Vermontville Library plans first computer class May 15 B HS* Good Citizen's chosen at the high school are Eric Smith and Jenny Mansfield. Smith will throw the first pitch at the Lugnuts game. <ETe/tpst/ta • • • • s 210.1 Good Citizen's chosen at Fuller Elementary are Stephanie Courtney, and Jake Clark (not available for photo.) huiens NOW OPENl Geraniums • Bulk Seeds Liners (Made to order) Flower and Vegetable Plants Ornamental Iron 18 Packs to a Flat and 54 Plants to a Flat $9.25 Plustax 4224 TuPP®r Lake Rd-. Sunfield • (517) 566-8253 Se°s° ed Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; No Sundays L /^e Gr oOev Vermontville Library will be host for its first computer use class Tuesday, May 15. Library patron Wayne Joubert has volunteered to teach a beginners class on navigating in Internet. Joubert is the vice president of communications/information technology for the Michigan Association of Insurance Agents. Librarians Katie Sharpe and Carla Rumsey attended the Loleta Fyan Conference April 1-3 at Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire. The con­ ference is for small and rural libraries but many of the larger libraries were repre­ sented as well. Workshops were held to discuss current legal issues, the newest tech­ nologies as well as the latest literary trends. Bill and Shirley Gleason have donated time and talent to make a Bat House to be given away during this sum­ mer’s junior reading pro­ gram. The theme this year is “Reading Road Trip USA”. Many activities are being Comem and Checkout N.Y.Whole Strip Loins Our for cutting <( In-Store Call before 5 p.m. Bareman’s Milk ga gallon ! All Var., Betty Crocker 4.5-8.4 Oz. Philadelphia Cheesecake Open Pit Purina 20# 16 Ounce Barbecue Kibbles & Chip Dip box Potatoes Snack Bars Sauce Chunks 99' Kam Var., Kraft 8 Oz. Salad Dressings $■< 19 79* Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 We Now Accept EBT Bridge Card New Spring & Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 ■ Prices good thru Saturday^ planned for this program. Watch for details in the upcoming months. New Videos: Dragonheart: A New Beginning, Rugrats In Paris, Mission to Mars, End of Days, The Hurricane, Any Given Sun­ day, Anna and the King, Rob Roy, The River Wild, Young Guns, The Sword and the Sorcerer, The Patriot, Rules of Engagement, Virus. Adult Non-Fiction: Mammals ofthe Great Lakes Region, by Allen Kurta, Missouri Madness, by Mich­ ael Frederick, Michigan Haunts and Hauntings, by Marion Kuclo, The Suicide Machine: Understanding Jack Kevorkian, the people who came to him and the issue of assisted suicide, by the Detroit Free Press Staff; Michigan Frogs, Toads and Salamanders, by James H. Harding; Michigan Turtles and Lizards, by James H. Harding; Get Smokin’: 190 Award-winning smoker oven recipes, by Cookshack; Wat­ er Gardens: How to create beautiful fountains, ponds, and streams, by Eleanor Lewis; Men: Some Assem­ bly Required: A Woman’s Guide to Understanding Her Man, by Chuck Snyder; Beckett Official Baseball Cards 2002 Price Guide, by James Beckett; Talking Dir­ ty Laundry with the Queen of Clean, by Linda Cobb; Being Vegetarian for Dum­ mies, by Suzanne Havala; 24 Hours to the Postal Exam, by Shannon R. Turlington; Wiring 1-2-3: Install, Up­ grade, repair and Maintain Your Home’s Electrical Sys­ tem, by The Home Depot, American Terrorist: Timothy McVeigh and the Oklahoma City Bombing,, by Lou Michel. Adult Fiction: License Invoked, by Jody Lynn -Nye, Ashes of Victory, by David Weber, Historical Hauntings, Edited by Jean Rabe; The Birthright, by Janette Oke; Seduction by Design, by Sandra Brown; A Common Life: the Wedding Store, by Jan Karon; Cold Paradise, by Stuart Woods; The Singing ofthe Dead, by Dana Stabenow; The Devil’s Own, by Sandra Brown; Sticks and Scones, by Diana Mott Davidson; Warlock, by Wilbur Smith; On the Street Where You Live, by Mary Higgins Clark; Slightly Shady, by Amanda Quick; The Edge of Town, by Dor­ othy Garlock; The Hearing, by John Lescroat; Lone Eag­ le, by Danielle Steel; Jerusa­ lem’s Heart, by Bodie and Brock Thoene. Junior Fiction: Heather Has Two Mommies, by Leslea Newman; Clearwater Crossing: Just Say Yes, by Laura Peyton Roberts; Fear­ less: Missing, by Francine Pascal; Longarm and the Nevada Slasher, by Tabor Evans; The Gunsmith: The Posse Men, by J.R. Roberts, SVH Senior Year: Playing Dirty, by Francine Pascal; Sweet Valley Jr. High: She’s Back..., by Francine Pascal; The Nightmare Room: Shadow Girl, by R.L. Stine; The Rugrats Files: Tale of the Unfinished Masterpiece, by Maria Rosado; Arthur and the Race to Read, by Stephen Krensky; Magic Tree House: Twister on Tuesday, by Mary Pope Os­ borne; Full House Michelle and Friends; For the Birds, by Jacqueline Carol: Animorphs: The Sacrifice, by K.A. Applegate; Thorough­ bred: Racing Image, by Joanna Campbell; The Box­ car Children: The Mystery of the Screech Owl, by Gertrude Chandler Warner; Girl in Blue, by Ann Rinaldi; M is for Mitten: A Michigan Alphabet, by Annie Apple­ ford; Abigail Adams, by Alexandra Wallner; Babar’s Little Girl by Laurent DeBrunhoff; The Great Gracie Chase: Stop That Dog, by Cynthia Rylant; Rainbow Fish and the Big Blue Whale, by Marcus Pfister. Junior Non-Fiction: World’s Weirdest Bats, by M.L. Roberts; Batty Rid­ dles, by Katy Hall; Joan of Arc, by Nancy Wilson Ross; Eruption!: The Story of Volcanoes, by Anita Ganeri; Rockets and Spaceships, by Karen Wallace. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Call 945-9554 for classifieds �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 8, 2001 - Page 7 S PHOTO Gertrude “Gert” M. McCrimmon VERMONTVILLE Mrs. Gertrude (Gert) M. McCrimmon, age 72, of Vermontville passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2001 at her home. Mrs. McCrimmon was born Nov. 27, 1928 in Jackson, MI, the daughter of Frank and Catherine (Schmit) Goris. She was raised in the Vermontville area and attended area schools, graduating from Vermontville High School. She was married to Ken­ neth McCrimmon on Nov. 6, 1948 in Vermontville, ML She enjoyed being a stay­ at-home mom, gardening, fishing, crocheting and trav­ grandma. eling. Preceding her in death Mrs. McCrimmon is sur­ were her parents; brothers, vived by her loving husband Edwin and Leon; sisters, of 52 years, Kenneth Madeline, Cecelia, and Mar­ McCrimmon of Vermont­ garet; and one infant grand­ ville; daughters, Carol (Ron) child. Maugherman of Florida, Services were held Sat­ Glenna (Roy) Hazen of urday, May 5, 2001 at the Louisiana, Sheila (John) Maple Valley Chapel. Burial Marsh of Vermontville, was-at Woodlawn Cemetery, Dawn Decamp (friend Ray Vermontville. Kennedy) of Nashville; In lieu of flowers, the sons, Donald (friend Char family has requested memo­ Williams) of Nashville, rial contributions be made to Mary (Lynn) Louden of the Woodlawn Cemetery or Arkansas; 12 grandchildren the Maple Valley Scholar­ and several great grandchil­ ship Fund. dren; and many children Arrangements were made who called her mom and by the Maple Valley Chapel. Lett. She was a farm wife and had been married to Rex for 57 years. She is survived by her husband, sons Rex Duane, Jr. (Kay) of Vermontville, Gary (Kieran) of Lansing; daughters, Nancy (Dennis) Carpenter of Vermontville, Susan Katherine Brimmer HASTINGS - Miss Susan Katherine Brimmer, age 38, of Hastings, died Thursday, May 3, 2001 at Pennock Hospital. Miss Brimmer was bom on Aug. 29, 1962 . in Hastings, MI, the daughter of Walter and Mary (Moffett) Brimmer. She was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings and Ann J. Kellogg, Battle Creek schools, graduating in 1980 from Hastings High School. She was a homemaker and enjoyed flower gardening, country music concerts, summer stock theater pre­ sentations, camping and traveling. Miss Brimmer is survived by her parents, Mary and Walter Brimmer of Hastings; sister, Sandra (Dan) Claire of Nashville, MI; aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceding her in death were grandparents and a brother, Brent Brimmer in 1965. Services were held Sunday, May 6, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Kenneth R. Vaught officiat­ ed. Burial was at the Seville Cemetery, Seville Twp., Gratiot County, MI Memorial contributions may be made to PAWS With a Cause program or the American Diabetes Ass’n. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Once a young princess, For years been my wife, Oh my, it’s been a great life. The best of mothers, Favorite sister to 3 brothers, Always a smile for all the others. Delivering mail, At a ball game she may be, Always last to leave, She’s talking you see. Today is the day She turns 40 years old If you know who it is, Make sure she’s been told. 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... panoramic Ruth M. (Lett) Royston VERMONTVILLE Ruth M. (Lett) Royston, age 77, of Vermontville, Michigan, died Friday, May 4, 2001. Mrs. Royston was born March 7, 1924 in Potterville, Michigan, the daughter of Ralph E. and Mary (Shaver) FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs Sue (Mark) Fawley of Nashville; brother, Allen (Lois) Lett of Lansing; sis­ ter, Laura Herde of Florida; sister-in-law, Joan Lett of Potterville; ten grandchil­ dren; six great grandchil­ dren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, May 7, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Rev. Randy Royston officiated. Interment was in HillsideKalamo Cemetery. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Hospital Home Health Care in Charlotte. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. HEALTH NEWS (NU) - The Internet allevi­ ates the embarrassment ofdis­ cussing a mental condition or a physical problem with a stranger through artificial in­ telligence. To leam more about how artificial intelligence works, log on to www. subjex.com. A survey released by the National Association ofNurse Practitioners in Women’s Health revealed that the battle of the bulge not only affects women’s diet and exercise choices, but even influences what method of birth control they use. According to the NPWH, recent data from two clinically controlled trials studying an ultra low-dose 20 microgram birth control pill called Alesse shows that women did not gain weight on this pill compared to the placebo. One ofthe great success sto­ ries of modern medicine has been the development of vac­ cines to ward offinfectious dis­ eases, especially childhood dis­ eases. Every community can play a vital role in protecting its children from vaccine-pre­ ventable diseases. Partnerships with government and nongovernmental organizations have proven especially effec­ tive. For more information, call the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s hot­ line at 1-800-232-2522 or vis­ it www.cdc.gov/nip. APS Processing Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT — * acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives sS ■A■H i95 5x8 - $2.50 8x10 as low as Custom Rubber Stamps Self-Inking • Made to order Check our prices! Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $*4^Q950 as low as I 250 1-color DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON Looking for । Specialty Papers? | Second Set of Prints 35mm or APS 99' We have a huge selection of quality papers in various । colors & textures with ith original processing Offer good thru May 2001 NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings Graphics 616.945.9105 . tfie Gray8301 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Th* Map** Tuesday. May 8,2001 - Page 8 Mobile Hornet In Memoriam ABANDONED REPO BANK need* acxneone to aa- IN LOVING MEMORY of Glona Dawn Andrew*, bom Mime payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary 1-800-672-9604 October 3, 1934, died Janu­ ary 26,1999 a loving mother, wile, taster, grandmother and friend. The sun still rises even though you're not here, and the memory of you still brings us to tears. But the love that you shown us be­ fore you went away makes waking up each morning a little easier every day We love and miss you! Love your family. ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. CaB Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repo*wssed No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 672-9604 Superintendent’s Corner Projects progress By Clark Volz Automotive I960 DODGE 1/2 ton 4x4 318 motor, new tires, Runs J have had a few questions from members ofthe commu­ REPO: MUST SELL! Will and looks great Newer look at any offer. 3 bedroom, Snow Way plexi-glass plow. nity about the projects currently taking place at Maple Valley 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ Nice plow truck. Must sell Schools. Here is a briefoverview, for you, ofthe major pro­ jects for “The Valley.” $4500. (616)217-3666 ry. 1-800-672-9604 • Maplewood Elementary playground This is the last project that will be funded from the remaining dollars of our bond proposal. With the planning, support, and generous YMCA of Barry County contributions to the Maple Valley PTO to enhance the project and the efforts ofmany playground committee members, thiis We build strong kids, strong families, sWt playground should be under way late this spring. It will give strong communities. Maplewood elementary students a great and exciting playground facility. After this work at Maplewood, our bond proposal will be complete. We are very grateful for the support that has been given to Maple Valley Schools through this proposal. It has resulted The YMCA is currently looking for in 32 new classrooms, the remodeling and carpeting ofmany existing elementary classrooms, expanded gym facilities, individuals to staff our playgrounds in expanded and resurfaced parking areas, remodeled and Hastings, Freeport, Lakewood, and upgraded kitchens and improved or new office areas. The Maple Valley Board of Education is pleased that this Middleville sites. Opportunities also bond proposal accomplished all that was proposed and Job Opportunities exist for the field maintenance of our men’s softball and youth baseball/softball leagues, as well as for umpires in all of our baseball and soft­ ball leagues. If you are interested, please contact Tony at 945-4574 for more information. COA MEALS, EVENTS Hearty Meals Wednesday, May 9 Shredded BBQ pork, bak­ ery bun, baked beans, cole slaw, applesauce. Thursday, May 10 GAS 1P RICES SKYROCKET! 1 " Do not Commute... — Attend college classes locally at Jc KCC’s Fehsenfel-d Center in Barry County Specializing in: General Education/MACRAO requirements 2 year to 4 year college transfer ✓ Business, Computers, Human Services. and Liberal Arts ✓ Summer Enrichment for Youth ✓ Learning in Retirement ’ Opportunities (1LR) ✓ Lifelong Learning and Customized reaikbbtiwt Training J Now registering for the summer fall 2001 terms. ter *** * *“^**** New students should call 948-9500 to A' > k attend one of the following orientation sessions, which include the Asset test <3 •* Wednesday, May 9 • 5:30 p.m. ** Thursday, May 31 • 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 12 * 9:00 a.m. <Wednesday, June 20 ♦ 5:30 p.m. Pancakes, sausages, coun­ try potatoes, apricots, juice. Friday, May 11 Creamed tuna, biscuit, zucchini, California blend, fresh apple. Monday, May 14 Roast pork, sweet pota­ toes, apple stuffing, aspara­ gus, cookie. Tuesday, May 15 Fried chicken, au-gratin potatoes, spinach, dinner roll, Jell-o. Lite Meals Wednesday, May 9 Cold chicken thigh, baked beans, dinner roll, mandarin oranges. Thursday, May 10 Chicken pasta salad, gar­ banzo bean salad, mixed fruit. Friday, May 11 Turkey w/Swiss, ww bread, potato salad, apple­ sauce. Monday, May 14 Wing dings, cole slaw, garden Jell-O, dinner roll. Tuesday, May 15 Peanut butter and honey, marinated veggie’s, English muffin, apricots. Events Wednesday, May 9 Hastings, craft/nail day; Nashville, SS benefits; Woodland, blood pressure day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, May 10 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, gone swimming. Friday, May 11 Hastings, bingo; Friday Friends 1:30, Mother’s Party/popcorn; Woodland, Mother’s Day Party. Monday, May 14 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, Nashville 5; Delton, game day. Tuesday, May 15 Hastings, foot care 9-12; Alz. meeting 1-3; Bd. meet­ ing 2; puzzle day; Nashville, puzzle day. stayed within the budget that was allocated. The following projects are being funded from reserved funds and dollars that the district has received from the Durant lawsuit settlement: • Practice fields - The excavation, that you see being done for us, just to the west of the junior-senior high school is going to result in two practice fields. They will be used for football, soccer, marching band, gym classes, and other field activities. Prior to this, our only available varsity practice area was in the new track football stadium. This field was intended for league competitions. By the end ofour fall sport seasons the turf on this competition area is all but destroyed and the surface becomes dangerous for both practices and competitions. The area for these two new practice areas had previously been used by our FFA program for crops. The district has purchased a little over nine acres of land just to the east of the new football stadium on Mason Road. This space is being looked at as a temporary production site for our FFA pro­ gram. Eventually, at least a portion of this Mason Road site will become expanded parking for the sports complex and for other school events. Bus garage - We have finalized the bidding process for the new bug garage, and the board has authorized that the pro­ ject proceed. Again the funding for this project does not include any dollars received through the bond proposal. This project will be paid in full without incurring any debt or interest by using Durant and reserved general fund dollars. The old bus garage has become unusable for some of the newer, larger, buses that we purchase. It’s structure is an eye­ sore and needs costly repair. The construction of the new garage will be on the same site (across from Carl’s Supermarket). Upon the completion of the new garage, the old building will be removed. The removal ofthe old garage will then allow us to finish the final cleanup related to some existing contamination from an old underground storage tank that has been removed from this site. This new facility will provide two bays for repairs, a wash bay, storage area for parts, and district supplies, restrooms and office areas for transportation and maintenance opera­ tions for the district. I hope that this information will help you see and under­ stand the changes and improvements that we arc making in The Valley. It continues to be the commitment of Maple Valley Schools to give our communities the best in instruc­ tion, the best in service, and the quality facilities that will outwardly communicate the level ofpride that we have in our children and the level of importance that we place on their learning. Village of Nashville The Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for sidewalk replacement. Anyone interested in bidding should contact Department of Public Works director Scott Decker at 517-852-9571 for details. All bids must be submitted in writing prior to 12:00 p.m. on ■| 5/23/01. ■ LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OR 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 regular school election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 11, 2001. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REG­ ISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 11, 2001, IS MONDAY, MAY 14, 2001. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 14, 2001, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGU­ LAR SCHOOL 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 educa­ tion. Allison Avery Secretary, Board of Education �&X\ :*K :'V'CKv v ^KSSk The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 8, 2001 - Page 9 Syrup Festival concerns addressed at meeting by Shawna Hubbarth 'S, S, Staff Writer iv ivJQ JQww» »‘‘SS Jw sSSe SS &Ss’*’ £&<'' £&<' J** । ^N;sS?lst I^S»i*Sl '»» ’*«£s« «£s« X: *%23> SC^M Rnttc4M''ifeah Nashville DfcxilsforsidMlk rail ilWsWitt x-^ScSiitoMio UBffclM8p.W Earth Day poster winners named Earth Day poster winners at Fuller Elementary were recently announced. They include: (back row from left) Trenton Courtney, Jessica Curtis, Ashley Weiler, Ashley Pywell, Kaytlin Furlong, and Chelsea Khouri. (front row , from left) Bradley Laverty, Ryleigh Theisen, Nicole Johnson and Savannah Carroll. Waldowskis to sing in Mother’s Day concert Toby and Barb Waldowski from Irvine, Calif., will be in concert at the Nashville United Methodist Church Sunday, May 13, at 9:45 a.m. The church is located at the corner of State and Washington streets. This Christ-centered cou­ ple will share in word and song. In 23 years of full-time Christian ministry Toby and Barb have given more than 3,700 concerts nationwide, appeared with Billy Graham crusades and “Hour of Power” telecasts. Toby composes their repertoire. Barb sings with a three-octave range. The public is invited and a free-will offering will be received for-the support of their ministry. Gail Patterson is the pas­ tor of the local church. For more information, call 852­ 0685. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Higa %5 SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential •Commercial • Farm fl We stock a complete line of... rfH* • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 Gene Fisher, president of the syrup corporation in Vermontville, was on hand to hear concerns about the festival at last week's council meeting. While everyone agreed this years festival went very well, two concerns were brought up. The first is that the rides and booths set up a bit early this year, blocking traffic to the village offices as early as Wednesday. Council said they would not like to see things in front of the offices set up until Wednesday night. A motion was also approved that there will be no rides or game in the village park, but Miscellaneous FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid y Bluegills, g, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. commercial and flea market booths are allowed. These however, are prohibited from being set up on the sidewalk, which blocks pedestrian traffic. In other business at the meeting the council: -Heard from Jim Mater who said that when the sidewalk was replaced in front of his driveway, a culvert was damaged and needs to be fixed to allow water through. The matter was referred to the street committee. -Heard from Jeff Fisher, representing the little league baseball team, who said that the field by the water tower needs better drainage as it is hard to play on when it rains. He also said coaches need to be able to access keys to the restroom more easily. The council agreed to get more keys made up and Toby and Barb Waldowski Engagements Rosales-Belles Natalia Nicole Rosales of Middleville and John Ed­ ward Belles of Hastings will exchange vows to be mar­ ried on May 19, 2001 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Parents of the bride-to-be are Craig and Becky Bell of Middleville, and Israel and Diana Rosales of Lawrence. Parents of the groom-to­ be are Edward Belles of Nashville, and Mary Hobert of Lake Odessa. The bride-to-be is a 1998 graduate ofThornapple Kel­ logg High School and is cur­ rently employed at Crystal Manor. The groom-to-be is a 1997 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He is currently employed at Hastings Manufacturing Company. Call 945-9554 forMaplo ValievNews ACTION-Ads! Ca//945-9554 for Maple V^eyNews ACTION-Ads! Custom Services, Inc. M 8635 Thornapple Lk. Rd. • Nashville, MI 49073 Specializing in “Honey-Do" Lists Foster Care OAKVIEW ADULT FOS­ TER Care has opening. Pri­ vate room, private bath, home like atmosphere, good location, Hastings, (616)948­ 2352. kept more assessable. -Talked a bit about painting or residing the village offices, but no action was taken. -Decided the village would distribute leaf compost to owners if they desired it for their gardens and flower beds. If the resident contacts the village office, the compost will be delivered and dumped, but the village will not be spreading it or helping apply it. ul Plumbing and Electrical maintenance Bathroom Remodeling • Custom Decks • Landscaping ig Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 517-852-9080 .“J �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 8, 2001 - Page 10 Varsity baseball squad still in title contention Lions' hitter Jeff Rhoades (5) turns on a Panther pitch and drives it down the third base line. Three teams have one loss in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association varsity baseball standings following last week's slate of games. Olivet (5-1), Maple 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. #23-1748 Reliever Chris Ripley (6) comes in to shut the door on the home Panthers. Valley (4-1) and Bellevue (2-1) are all in contention for a league title. Maple Valley battled Bellevue April 30, winning the first game of a scheduled doubleheader in Vermontville 13-12. The second game was tied at 5-5 before it was called because of darkness. The Lions tallied the game-winner in the final inning of Game 1. Darin Thrun singled, stole second and came home on an RBI by Jason Abfalter. Maple Valley collected 16 hits in the opener. Ryan Goris went 4-for-4, Jeff Rhoades 2-for-3 with a double and three RBI, Eric Special Hours for the Month of May For your parts, service and sales needs... Goris hit a homerun, Thrun went 3-for-4 and Jeremy Wiser was 2-for-4. Thrun was also the winning pitcher, improving his record to 3-1. In Game 2, Jacob Cole went 2-for-3 with a double and Travis Kersjes was 2for-3 at the plate. Mike Hamilton (3-0) pitched for .the Lions. Maple Valley dropped an 18-13 decision to Pennfield May 2 in Vermontville, as the Panthers collected six homeruns in the contest. Both teams managed 16 hits. For the Lions, Travis Kersjes went 3-for-5, Eric Goris 4-for-4 with two doubles and a homerun, Ryan Goris was 2-for-4, Jeff Rhoades 2-for-5, Jason Abfalter 2-for-4 and Jason Silsbee had two RBI. To close out the week, Maple Valley traveled to Delton last Friday to take on the Panthers. The Lions won 13-12, scoring the game-winner in the top of the eighth inning. Jeremy Wiser drew a base on balls and eventually Starting pitcher Eric Goris (18) fires a fastball to the plate for the Lions' ball team. Jacob Cole (7) looks to score a Lions run as coach Guenther Mittelstaedt looks on from the coaches box. scored on a bunt by Chris Rjpiey ContinuedJ next page Q}ermontvUIe/? We are open from 7am until 8pm Monday thru Friday Saturday 7am until 4pm fR E■ b ■ ■ I IIVI I**IU 1I0 ^< ^5k Locaed, on 2900 N- yCQU■ipmarit—y —Inc. John hn Deere www.fmiimorejd.com Hastings, Ml (3 miles of Hastings) 945-9526 J2)c3J iTH/CJkla ©ft 2-PERSON SCRAMBLE 18 holes, cart, dinner & prize money Optional Skins Pot $10 (team) $45.00 Per Person SUNDAY, MAY 20th, 1 p.m. Mulberry Fore Golf Course COST: �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 8, 2001 - Page 11 Valley places third at Olivet track invite Travis Kersjes (16) waits on a Delton pitch during Maple Valley's non-league baseball battle last Friday in Delton. From previous page Ripley (2-1) also earned credit for the pitching win. Jacob Cole was 3-for-5, Travis Kersjes 3-for-4 and Chris Ripley was 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI. The Lions (8-4 overall) host Lansing Christian in a doubleheader this Thursday. Asphalt Repair New Driveways Patching Re-surface Hot Crack Seal Seal Coating (2 coat) • Discount with this ad • April 15, 2001 to May 15, 2001 616-948-2644 Maple Valley's girls finished third with 82 points at an 11-team invitational at Olivet. Placing in the top for Maple Valley were: 1st Places: Brieann Treloar and Carly Spitzley, high jump; Donna Cripe, Andrea Eaton, Stefanie Joostberns and Megan Garvey, frosh 400 relay; Andrea Eaton, Summer Hill, Donna Cripe and Stefanie Joostberns, frosh distance medley. 2nd Places: Megan Garvey, Stefanie Joostberns, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar, 800 relay; Donna Cripe, Micah Tobias, Brieann Treloar and Megan Garvey, varsity 400 relay; Miranda Farr and Carly Spitzley, pole vault. Third Places: Sarah Cook and Cashel Harp, discus; Stefanie Joostberns, Brieann Treloar, Holly Forest and Aubrey Murphy, 1600 relay. On Tuesday, May 1 the Lions defeated Leslie 121-32 and Morrice 104-43 in a double dual. Placing first were Cashel Harp in the shot put (31-0), Sarah Cook in the discus (95-0), Ashley Gordeneer in the pole vault (9-0), Stefanie Joostberns in the 800 (2:38.3), the 3200 relay team of Holly Forest, Muriel Wieland, Andrea Eaton and Camille Wieland (12:11), the 800 relay team of Holly Forest, Aubrey Murphy, Donna Cripe and Sarah Cook (2:01.6) and the 400 relay team of Alesia VanEngen, Donna Cripe, Melissa Nisse and Carly Spitzley (57.1). ‘Pippi Longstocking Week’ observed Tammy Wilde's third grade class celebrated Pippi Longstocking last week after reading the book. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC Vermontville Senior Citizens meet May 16 Excavating-Trucking-Grading The Vermontville Senior Citizens will have their monthly meeting Wednes­ day, May 16, at noon. This meeting will be at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Those planning to attend are asked to bring a dish to pass for the potluck lunch. For additional informa­ tion, please call Hildred Peabody at 517/726-0574. 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726'0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours (517) 852'2143 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems May Managers 1 Specials CZZ Lost & Found LOST: FEMALE BEAGLE, "Washington" could be any­ where. (517)852-0508 For Sale BEAUTIFUL WURLITZER console piano. Call for ap­ pointment to see, (616)367­ 4079. CANDIDATE ROBERT D. HYVARINEN LAKEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL BOARD • Assoc. Degree Lansing Community college industrial Management • Bachelors Degree spring Arbor College Management of Human Resources Professional Experience • Manager CM 2S Years • Employee involvement instructor 3 Years • Township Board 10 Years • Chairman Professional manager Network CM Metal Fabrication Division 2 Years 100th 54 quart flashlight steel cooler combo 080071/6155-707 800252/R134GST12H While supply lasts 8"n Married, 6 children, all attended Lakewood, 2 still In high school. Grand child starting next fall. Resident of the community since 1978. OFF t#* PERSONAL EXPERIENCE Mosquito 4-h Leader little League Baseball & softball Coach Church Board Quiz Team coach vfw Life Member Bob's education & work experience can be an asset in dealing with issues, policies, budgets and goals of the school district. We need to foster the best possible learning environment for our children. Paid for by the committee to elect Robert D. Hyvarinen, 8935 w. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, Ml 49096 While supply lasts YOUR FAMILY VOTE JUNE 11, 2001 EDUCATION Coleman 0 I (^Johnson /Cl Doit ^* sprinklers I y impulse sprinkler 724345 oscillating sprinkler 724318 turret sprinkler 724443 Lamp 844098/02923 CHOICE While supply lasts While supply lasts Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-726-1121 Hours: Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 8 pm; Sun. 10 am - 5 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. Mav 8.2001 - Paae 12 Vern's Repair v v®, & Sport SALE!!!!! Register to win r At the corner of M-43 & M-66 Saturday,May 12th, 2001 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. free Refreshments Hot Dogs & Chips ” Soda P«»P 7 Cotton t-f Candy w \ *100 OFF American Steel Carports 2^3 /o OFF All Fishing Tackle and Bait *3O°° off Any Stihl Power Tool on Simplicity Lawn Tractors * Huge Savings on $600 on Evinrude & Johnson Outboards Big Savings on Gillgetter Pontoons and Lowe Fishing Boats Factory representatives from Stihl, Simplicity & Feighner Boat Lifts. Wood Carving Display will carve while you watch VERN'S REPAIR & SPORT At the comer of M-66 & M-50 - Woodbury 1-517-566-8353 Toll Free at 1*877*717*1019 e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-05-15.pdf fe1962d586f7c060966682eb21a51b07 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH Si HASTINGS Ml 4905H**B Published by Graphic]?; Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hasting ings, P.O. Box A, N Phone: 945- gan 49058 , Michigan 4 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 20/May 15, 2001 Councilman resigns committee in police ‘conspiracy’ issue by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Councilman Ralph Kirk has resigned from the police committee after reporting he was ac­ cused by Police Chief Gary Barnes of being part of a "conspiracy" against the department. Kirk, new to the council, was appointed chairman of the committee, which met on May 3. He told the Vil­ lage Council last Thursday night that at the commit­ tee meeting he had brought some ideas, and then asked Barnes some tough questions about daily hours worked by the department for April and other police related issues. In Kirk's minutes of the meeting, he said he asked about holiday pay for offi­ cers. He said the resultant discussion that took place against him and a sum­ mary of allegations against him were that: • He should not have checked payroll hours. • He is destroying de­ partment morale by check­ ing the hours. • He does not like the five hours of holiday pay for the NPD and not the Department of Public Works. • He has taken part in two conspiracies against the chief and the NPD. It is not clear whether these allegations came solely from Barnes, or au­ dience members too. Barnes was not avail­ able for comment as of press time last week. "I asked him (Barnes) why there were so many hours turned in every day and then it was all down­ hill from there," Kirk told the council. "I was ac­ cused of being in a con­ spiracy by Gary (White, who was in the audience) and the chief of meeting with the Barry County I asked him (Police Chief Gary Barnes) why there were so many hours turned in every day and then it was all downhill from there.” - Councilman Ralph Kirk Shenffs Department to get rid of the department....I was also accused of being in on a conspiracy with Scott (Decker, Director of Public Works)." Kirk said he could not serve on a committee when he was being ac­ cused of conspiracies. Council seemed both­ ered by the report of the committee meeting and two council members questioned why Barnes was not at the Village Council meeting Thursday evening to clarify the situ­ ation. Council President Car­ Ambulance service open house Saturday The Castleton, Maple Grove, and Nashville Ambulance will be holding an open house on Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The crew includes Paramedics Ardie Reid, Denise Scramlin, Dave Jansma, Allan Meehan, Laura Griddle, EMT Specialist Dina Corwin, EMT's, Nona Meehan, Kevin Swift, Ron Rosin, and EMT student Chelsey Wetzel. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer To celebrate the upcom­ ing Emergency Medical Services Week, the Castleton, Maple Grove, and Nashville Ambulance will be holding an open house from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 19. "We are doing this for the community, but also as a way of acknowledgment and thanks to our EMS crew," said EMS Coordi­ nator Ardie Reid. "This is our first open house for the ambulance, by itself, and we would like to show our equip­ ment, meet area residents and give demonstrations," he said. Demonstrations will be offered in CPR and First Aid. There also will be blood pressure and oxygen saturation checks offered. "We will have free gifts for the kids and they can see the equipment," Reid said. "There will also be in- formation for people inter­ ested in CPR classes or EMS training... we have people here who can teach the classes, they are certi­ fied through the American Heart Association." Reid said the majority of the crew will be on hand to meet with the public. "We think it will be a nice time for the kids also to come out, get some free prizes and learn to not be so scared of the ambu­ lance," she said. roll Wolff said he had also had problems getting in­ formation from the de­ partment. "I discuss it with the at­ torney and I have the right to ask for information from the chief, and when I ask I don't get it," Wolff said. Council member Frank Dunham said Wolff could get information, all he had to do was go ask. "I can never find him," said Wolff. "The first meeting of the month is when he is supposed to be here." "And he is supposed to be here, unless he cannot and then he is supposed to have someone cover for him, which he did," pointed out Dunham, refer­ ring to officer Jeff Miller, who was at the meeting for the department reports. Dunham said the chief had a valid reason for not attending. Dunham also said he was at the police commit- See conspiracy, pg. 2 Local car show plans coming along nicely by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Planning for the first an­ nual Classic and Antique Car Show next month, pre­ sented by Nashville and area merchants, is coming along quite nicely, says organizer Dan Kellogg. The show will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. be­ hind Main Street at River­ side Park Saturday, June 16 The area-wide garage sales also will be taking place, and the Nashville Fire Department will be hosting a pancake break­ fast from 7 to 11 a.m. Music will be played during the show by Leo and June Lux (House of DJ and Karaoke), . There are 17 different car categories, including Best of Show and People's Choice. Categories are set up by dates in groups of Classic Cars, Classic Tricks, Street Rods and other interest. Kellogg said the car owners will be the voters in each category, except, of course, the People's Choice. Cars will be lined up on the ball di­ amonds in the park. Kellogg said there will be trophies for each cate­ gory, dash plaques and goodie bags for the first 100 cars. There also will be a 50/50 raffle with a first drawing in the morn­ ing and a second in the af­ ternoon. Entry fee is $5 a car, and proceeds will go to the "Wish Upon a Star" char­ ity. "I heard the Methodist Church will be having an ox roast in the afternoon, and the band and athletic boosters will have food booths," said Kellogg. "We have been meeting Dan Kellogg, an organizer of the Nashville car show coming in June, displays a sample trophy for the event. every other Wednesday night to organize this," he added. We should have a pretty good turnout," he said. "We have a lot of people calling that are in­ terested and it should be a fun time for all the residents in the area too. There has been a lot of in­ terest in car shows lately and we thought we would see how this goes over," said Kellogg, who is also on the Village Council. In This Issue Local housewoman receives certification Police woman working in local schools Varsity softball team chalks up triumphs Lions’ bats come alive; 8-1 in SMAA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15, 2001 - Page 2 Conspiracy, from front page Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 16 Soft taco, baked beans, pear halves, brownie, 1/2 pt milk. Thursday, May 17 Pizza, whole kernel com, pineapple, graham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Call 945-9554 to place your ad in the Maple Valley News today! Friday, May 18 Mini-pancakes and link sausage, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 21 French bread pizza, bread stick, whole kernel com, cherry push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, May 22 Cheeseburger, potato wedge, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 16 Choose One - Rib sand- Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad—year after year. tee meeting and the chief did not directly accuse Kirk of a conspiracy. Kirk wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, breakfast bar. Choose disagreed. "I think he knew that Two - Garden salad, baked this would be brought up beans, pear halves, juice, tonight and that is why he milk. Thursday, May 17 is not here," said Wolff. "Where is our authority as Choose One - Pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. council members? I really Choose Two — Garden salad, question where we are go­ whole kernel corn, fresh ing in certain areas." fruit, juice, milk. "Well, I think it’s a darn Friday, May 18 poor situation when an Choose One Grilled elected officer of the peo­ cheese sandwich, pizza, ple cannot ask for some chicken sandwich, salad bar. records without being ac­ Choose Two - Garden salad, cused of a conspiracy," carrot sticks, applesauce, said Councilman Steve juice, milk. Wheeler. Monday, May 21 Decker, said it was Choose One French ridiculous that his name bread pizza, pizza, chicken was being involved in the sandwich, salad bar. Choose accusation of a conspiracy. Two - Garden salad, whole He said Barnes came kernel com, peaches, juice, down to the department to milk. ask about how the depart­ Tuesday, May 22 ment handled holiday Choose One Chicken hours. When it was re­ nuggets, pizza, cheeseburg­ vealed that the police de­ er, taco bar. Choose Two - partment got five paid hol­ garden salad, mashed pota­ iday hours recently and the toes, applesauce, juice, milk. DPW had four. Decker said after the chief left he had to answer to his crew Mobile Homes because they had been ABANDONED REPO. present for the conversa­ BANK needs someone to as­ tion. At that point, while sume payments on huge 3 the conversation was still bedroom home. Will move if in progress, Kirk walked in necessary. 1-800-672-9604 and became aware of it. "That is where the so ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ called "conspiracy" began sume, will move if necessa­ and that’s where it ended," ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ said Decker, who said the 968-7376. whole charge was untrue. Dunham said the matter FIRST TIME HOME buy­ was the result of lack of ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell communication. This prompted Decker to homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business IkbNc Prt6flbtnfa)fA * TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 say that he was upset that Dunham would print and distribute a paper compar­ ing the chief's hourly wages with his. He said the paper and figures were totally inaccurate because Dunham based his hourly wage on a 40 hour week, and he in fact averages more than 45 hours a week. "Those figures are false, and Frank, I don't know why you would print some­ thing like that out to give to council... I don't know what your agenda is. Any­ one looking at those sheets, especially new council members, would think I make much higher than the chief.... when in fact those figures are way off." Dunham said that that was the way Decker was interpreting the situation, that he did not intend it like that, and prepared the figures to the best of his knowledge. Decker said, speaking of a lack of communication, he would have like to see Dunham work on those figures after consulting with him. Arguments then went back to the committee happenings and Wheeler walked out of the meeting. It was decided to ad­ journ the meeting instead of try to figure out if Kirk's position on the police committee should be re­ placed or the committee should stay at two mem­ bers. liana’s ^Wace The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 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 a.m. Evening Worship . . . .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ....................... 7 p.m. Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.............................. 11 Evening Worship................................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............. 6:45 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) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Church School ..................... 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER . 301 Fuller St, Nashville Meeting at Maple Valley High School M.orning Celebratio 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) Sunday School................................ 10 A.M. Service................................ 11:15 P.M. Service........................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Fellowship Time After Worship CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. 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 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School.................... 9.45 a.m. A.M. Service...................................... 11 P.M. Service........................................ 7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orshi ip.....................9:30 a.m. .Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship............ 0 a.m 1 am; ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..................... 10 a.m. Church Service..................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: .9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer -. .11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T Hustwick 948-9604 Rev. Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................... a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 15. 2001 - Page 3 S?1X? S'?1 Commission on Aging Menu 'ijts A SIS X X•lss eX Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, May 16 Parmesan Ravioli, com, broccoli, peaches. Thursday, May 17 Swiss steak, mashed w/gravy, peas and carrots, dinner roll, fresh orange. Friday, May 18 Chicken noodle soup, crackers, green beans, tossed salad, cherry crisp. Monday, May 21 Turkey ala-king, biscuit, harvard beets, carrots, sweet treat. Tuesday, May 22 Baked chicken, sweet potatoes, stuffing, peaches. S x ■ »ii it. S>i. >. °* kX ’C s **>£*• ’X^e >rascy ''A “A re .. “ police df. fiveWko|. ^J’odtlie >^2 M4 comm. comm. Mu,4 still ^dii "Mil. * ,u Ut Q| "Mil. "fee Ike so •Wim R'btpi witenitj,' »ko sail tit WBntme. ill ktiof c Mlitalljlh Mlitalljlh it of lack ofpllttd W lit 0» 11 tedDecleitotai As a community project, the Boy Scouts in Vermontville recently helped plant trees downtown. The Vermontville Women's Club donated the ten Bradford Pear trees to beautify downtown. Helping plant are: Ryan Kosler, Charlie Hall, Lee Alexander, John Alexander, Tony Russ, Diego Husman, Dustin Diamond, Jeff Diamond, Paul Racine, and David Alexander. Lite Meals Wednesday, May 16 Meatloaf, white bread, harvard beets, potato salad. Thursday, May 17 Seafood pasta, peas and peanut salad, carrot raisin salad. Friday, May 18 Cottage cheese, pineapples, 3-bean salad, dinner roll. Monday, May 21 Ground bologna, ww crackers, broc-bacon salad, mixed fruit. Tuesday, May 22 Ham pasta salad, German potato salad, pears. Events Wednesday, May 16 Hastings, craft nail day; Nashville, blood pressure day; Woodland. Red-Yellow Day; Delton, SS benefits. Thursday, May 17 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, gone swim­ ming. Friday, May 18 Hastings, bingo: Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, May 21 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, Nashville 5. Tuesday, May 22 - puzzle day; Nashville, puzzle day. Member of Greater Lansing A»»oci«tion MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N.. MAIN ST.,., NASHVILLE MLS Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Eves. 726-0223 Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) . Boy Scouts plant trees in Vermontville NEW LISTING NASHVILLE TWo bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small family. Call Homer (H-128) The Boy Scouts carefully plant the trees in downtown Vermonville. 726-1234 852-5066 $184,900! ON 3 ACRES BETWEEN NASHVILLE fit HASTINGS Newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim trough- out, central air, many updates. Pole bam 40x64. Call Jerry. (CH-124) HASTINGS 4 NASHVILLE 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live In) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. up, large living room, large dining room, newer central air fir water heater, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-119) Downtown Hastings on State St. FhioGo^nl^ EN.WOMEN&CHILDRB HAiRMG eioiM-kiffllW^S 1-900-535-7203______ 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twlllte 4-6 pm dally $4.25 Kids 5 Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm ~ $6.00 Students A Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evening* Mon -Thurw Q NO DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refllle a .210 Corn Refllle Stadium Seating Oivt» YOU An Unobstructed View SHOWS VAUD 5/15 -5/17 OAKNIGHT'S TALE (PG-13) DIOITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 11: 45, 2:15, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45 OTHE MUMMY RETURNS (PG-13) OIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 12: 00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30,10:00 BRIUGET JONES'S DIARY (R) 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 CROCODILE DUNDEE IN LOS ANGELES (PG) 12:50, 3:05, 5:20, 7:35, 9:30 FREE 1 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad ■ O Hastings 4 ■ HIT OUR WEB @ www.gqli.com I ■ ■ Lions win two in track third at Eaton Rapids Maple Valley's girls track team blew past two league foes in action May 8, defeating Dansville 115-35 and Webberville 133-23. First place finishers for the Lions were Carly Spitzley and Ashley Gordeneer (tie) in the pole vault (9-0), Carly Spitzley in the high jump (4-10) and the long jump (15-3), Cashel Harp in the shot put (31-1), Alesia VanEngen in the 100 (13.8), Chayla Robles in the 1600 (6:46.1), Stefanie Joostberns in the 400 (1:03.5) and the 200 (29.5), Camille Wieland in the 3200 (15:15.5), the 400 relay team of Alesia VanEngen, Donna Cripe, TANNING *4 $15 *25 *40 per visit Walk-ins 5 Visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. Melissa Nisse and Carly Spitzley (55.3), the 3200 relay team of Camille Wieland, Muriel Wieland, Kari Emerick and Andrea Eaton (12:10.2) and the 1600 relay team of Sarah Cook, Andrea Eaton, Chayla Robles and Stefanie Joostberns (4:51.8). On May 5, the Lions competed in the Eaton County Invitational at Lansing Waverly and finished sixth with 36 points. Grand Ledge won the event with 155 points and Olivet finished second with 109 points. Finishing in the top three for Maple Valley were Stefanie Joostberns in the 800 (first place in 2:29.2), Ashley Gordeneer in the pole vault (second in 8-6) and Miranda Farr in the pole vault (third in 8-0). Malibu Treatments Available We care about how vou look at... STYLES-R-US ...Shouldn’t You? 852-1757 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large bam plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for complete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, large kitchen, open stairway & 2 car attached garage, great family home!! Cali Nyle today to find out how to use your tax return to pur­ chase this home. (N-121) "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fireplace, huge master suite qn second floor. Call Nyle for all the "info". (CH-122) 1-800-870-7085 Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. great room w/central fire­ place, large kitchen w/oak floor­ ing fit cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info". Hew Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) 'VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com 1 1/2 baths, 2 story home. "TUdor" style exterior, open floor plan, den w/fireplace, first floor laundry, back yard nice­ ly landscaped w/waterfails. Call Jerry. (V-104) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK $269,900! WEST OF HASTINGS!! California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions .Thun. 8 am-8 pm; Fri. 8 am-7 p.m; Sal. 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 fit has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front fit rear stairs. Cail Homer for more details fit appointment to see. (N-117) VACANT LAND Bayne Road (Must be used within 3 months) HAIR CARE & TANNING d acre bedroom, walkout basement ranch, 2 baths, all tastefully deco­ rated. Many "newer" improve­ ments include windows, doors, carpeting roof, vinyl siding fir pump. 2-car garage plus pole barn 30x40 w/drains fir electric. Call Homer for more details. (CH-125) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk tested. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room. "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to seel (N-116) CHARMING HOME IN •HASTINGS BRICK RANCH 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, large living room, newer roof, comer lot, 2 large city lots, covered walk, convenient to town fit low maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing fir details today. (H-95) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Cail Homer for more ■info". (CH-1271J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15, 2001 - Page 4 Latest books at the Putnam District Library Adult Fiction Burn Factor by Mills; Female In­ telligence by Heller; Head­ wind by Nance; Murder 1 by Bernhardt; On the Street Where You Live on Clark; Apache Duel by Sharpe; Blood Lure by Barr; Bone Cold by Spindler; Cold Hard Trail by Conley; Combat by Coonts; Dreamcatcher by King; Flight by Burke; Ghost Town by Gorman; Silent Joe by Parker; Slocum and the Blue Eyes Hosta by Logan; 1 Mans Justice by Parker; 1st to Die by Patter­ son; Anils Ghost by Ondaatje; Blue Nowhere by Deaver; Cold Paradise by Woods; Hearing by Lescroat; Syndrome by Case. Audios - Dutchman’s Flat, Mar Riding West, Keep Travelin Rider, Lit a Shuck for Texas, The Nester and the Puite by L’Amour; Chase by Koonta; Private Scandal by Roberts;Vanished by Steel; Hong Kong by Coonts; Dr. Death by Kellerman; Devils Teardrop by Deaver; Saving Faith by Badacci; Devils Code by Sanford; O is for Outlaw by Grafton; The Ranch by Steel; Sliver by Levin; The Bear and the Dragon by Clancy; Ransom by Garwood; The Chamber of Grisham; The Runaway Jury by Grisham; Ashes to Ashes by Hoag; Stargate by McCay; Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul, The Holding Dream by Roberts; 18mm Blues by Browne; Unnatural Exposure by Cornwell; The X Files by Anderson; When the Wind Blows by Patterson; Matar- ese Countdown by Ludlum; Night Whisper by McNaught; Blackrock Coffin Makers, Trail to Pie Town, Mistakes Can Kill You by L’Amour; The Partner by Grisham; Darkness by Saul; Legend by Deveraux; Cim­ arron Rose by Burke; The Attorney by Martini; Pre­ tend You Don’t See Her by Clark; The Andromeda Strain by Crichton; Point of Orgin by Cornwell. Videos Lawnmower Man, Rugrats in Paris, 102 Dalmations, The Wedding Singer, The Patriot, Scary Movie, Ready to Rumble, Hometime Advanced Decks, Hometime Furniture Refin­ ishing. Non-Fiction Mary Engelbreit Decorating Ideas, Fodors 2001 Walt Disney World, Practical Pole Build­ ing Construction, Special Occasions. Junior and Young Adults - Exotic Paper Airplanes by Yang, Alison Who Went Away, An Instant Guide to Small Pets, Circus Surprise, Gathering Blue, Holding Up the Earth, Jin Woo, Journeys in Time, Kids Learn America, Oh Say Can You Seed?, Paws and Claws, Places In Time, Through the Lock, When I Was Older, World’s Worst Disasters, Playtales, Crafts From the Past, What If I Owned Everything, Sarah’s Journey, Tales From the Bayou, Girl in Blue. Automotive Help Wanted '99 CAMARO V-6, 24,600 miles, warranty, alarm, re­ mote locks, 5 speed, sharp, need pay off (616)945-5748. ADMISSIONS/CLERICAL (HOSPITAL)- TO 10.58/hr + great benefits. General Of­ fice Duties. Needed Now. (616)949-2424 JOBLINE FEE Donations - In Memory of Gerald Banfield by Warren and Clara Travoli, In Memory of Leia (Titmarsh) Roe, Georgia Biddy (Gribbin) Roe, Jean (Roe) Barton and Louise (Lentz) Roe by Vidian Roe. Donations ofMaterials Nicole Ranshaw, Dr. Michael Callton. Help Wanted MAINTENANCE/HANDYMAN- TO 16/HR + benefits. Major Co. Trainee/Skilled. Light Repairs. Start Now. (616)949-2424 JOBLINE FEE APPRENTICE/ELECTRICIAN- TO 18/HR + benefits. Trainee/Skilled. Major Co. Needed Now. (616)949-2424 JOBLINE FEE. LOCAL ROUTE DRIVER (Bottling Co)- to 14.42/hr + Great Benefits. Entry Level. Training Provided. Start Now. (616)949-2424 JOB­ LINEFEE DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. ■ FARM BUREAU . INSURANCE FARM BUREAU MUTUAL* FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL The Lynn Denton Agency, Inc. Anne Slocum Richard Tobias to our staff... ANNE SLOCUM Operations Manager Auto Specialist 4695 N. M-37 Hwy. Middleville Phone: 616-795-1670 Fax: 616-795-1672 GENERAL FACTORY HELP- Inspectors/Packers. To 15/hr + benefits (2) shifts. Major Plant. May Require Drug Test. (616)949-2424 JOBLINE FEE For Rent NASHVILLE: VERY NICE 1 bedroom house, attached garage, (517)852-9386. Lost & Found LOST: FEMALE BEAGLE, "Washington" could be any­ where. (517)852-0508 Hay-Warren exchange vows Pastor Bumham of the Nashville Assembly of God church united Anita Michelle Warren and Michael Jon Hay in mar­ riage April 27, 2001 with a simple but elegant service that took place in the church. Anita is the daughter of Wenda and David Bustance of Hastings, Michigan. Michael is the son of Mary and Dennis Hay of Nashville. The matron of honor was Johanna White, beloved sis­ ter ofthe bride. Matron was Lisa Hay beloved sister-in­ law of Michael Hay, wife of Steve Hay. Best man was Bill Dean of Nashville, dear friend ofthe groom. Groomsmen were Miles Warren, of Hastings, brother of Anita and friend of Mike. Our honored guest that shared in this occasion was Johanna White, Jessie White, and Josie White. After a week honeymoon in Tennessee the couple live in Nashville. They plan on building a home on the fam­ ily. Special thanks to Deb and Joe Luckwizc for the won­ derful flowers and photos; also, to Jim Hay and Melinda Thacker for the video and photos, you are all very wonderful people. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad today 3” Double Prints RICHARD TOBIAS Agent 111 N. Main Street Nashville Phone: 517-852-2005 Fax: 517-852-3949 How TWO Locations to serve all your insurance needs. Stop by or call today... 1-800-443-5253 ldenton@e-mail.com www. farmbureauinsurance-mi. com A member of the Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies One to Keep, One to Share 12 exp. 36 exp. *229 *429 $C29 Standard Processing Applies to 35mm color print film. Not valid with APS or Premium Processing. Expires May 15-19 ©mmephHacW 219 North Main, Nashville 852-0845 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; ______9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 15, 2001 - Page 5 Synopsis of Minutes CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD David Laurence Vollink GRAND RAPIDS - David Laurence Vollink, of Grand Rapids. Life can bring joy... and life can also bring sad­ ness. On this day we are filled with immense sadness at the unexpected death of our husband, father, son, brother, grandson, and friend, Dave Vollink. We cry for him, but he would ask us not to. He’d want us to remember the good things. What a loving husband and father he was, and how devoted he was to his wife and his little girl. How he eagerly anticipated the birth ofhis second child. How he loved to laugh. How proud he was to have been an Eagle Scout. How he treasured his family, and his many friends. How he never hesitated to help someone who needed him. We loved him more than life itself, and we will miss him terribly. We’re comfort­ ed only in knowing he is now with God. On May 5, 2001 Dave passed away in Grand Rapids at the age of27. He was bom Oct. 31, 1973, son of Laurence G. and Pamela G. (Robinson) Vollink. He is survived by his wife, Becky and his daughter, Emma Lynn; his mother and step-father, Pamela and Bill Robinson; his sister and brother-in-law, Jennifer and Jim Tyler and nephew, Brogan Tyler; his grand­ mother, Muriel Pranger; his mother-in-law and friend, Peggy J. Parks; his father-in­ law and mother-in-law, Jim and Sherri Bayne; his sister- in-law, Amy Bayne; his brother-in-law, Jeff Kosloski; his father and stepmother, Larry and Jana Vollink; and countless dear friends. Dave was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Sherm Pranger, and Gilbert Vollink. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at the First Presbyter­ ian Church. Interment was in the Portland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contri­ butions may be made to the education trust fund for Dave’s children. For more information www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. New medicines manage migraines I'tftarw fySpKultluiji ^Wralss- loeluhbii i.tare tf hiit Waste ilso, io Til id Worf Wilt raSilM vajwtfJ,r (NAPS)—Migraine isn’t “just a headache.” In fact, it is listed by the National Institutes ofHealth as one of the four most disabling con­ ditions in the world alongside quadriplegia, active psychosis and dementia. Migraine af­ fects approximately 28 mil­ lion Americans—approximately one in five women suffers from migraine attacks and one in every four house­ holds has a migraine sufferer. During a migraine attack, the pain sometimes can be so intense that the sufferer is simply forced to bed. Once the headache pain begins, it can last anywhere from four to 72 hours. Many patients report missing out on social activi­ ties and are often unable to work during an attack. Ac­ cording to a study published in Archives ofInternal Med­ icine in 1999, lost work time and impaired function caused by migraine annually costs employers about $13 billion. The good news is there are ways to lessen the severity and duration of a migraine. Headache experts suggest that the best strategy for managing migraine is to treat it when the pain is still mild. This approach may limit suffering. This approach already is being used by many headache specialists, who have found with their own patients that treating migraine when the pain is mild can help the suf- The Dog House < € e Pet Grooming €« Profess^ona^ Grooming ofAll Breeds VcpL Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology L • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer ferer back on their feet Unlike general pain relievers, Imitrex* (sumatriptan succi­ nate) (sumatriptan) and oth­ ers in the triptan class of drugs are designed to target migraine pain and other asso­ ciated symptoms. Migraine symptoms may include nausea, pain and sen­ sitivity to light and sound. Imitrex treats the multiple symptoms associated with migraine and is the most widely prescribed acute migraine prescription med­ ication in the U.S. Imitrex is for the acute treatment ofmigraine attacks in adults. People with certain types ofheart disease, a his­ tory ofstroke or TIAs, periph­ eral vascular disease, Rayn­ aud’s syndrome, or blood pressure that is uncontrolled, should not receive Imitrex. Patients with risk factors for heart disease (such as high blood pressure, high choles­ terol, diabetes, or who smoke) should be evaluated by a physician to determine if Imitrex is appropriate ther­ apy. Very rarely, certain peo­ ple, even some without heart disease, have had serious heart-related problems. People who are pregnant, nursing or taking medications, should _ta_l_k to their doctor. Patients who think they may have the symptoms of migraine should talk to their health care provider about appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Should you plan ahead? W We plan for birthdays, we plan for graduations. We plan for weddings, and we plan for the inevitable taxes. But, how many of us plan for the only other certainty we will face in' life... death? Those who fail to plan in advance face countless and often costly, decisions that must be made during a time of grief. By planning now, you can choose the options you want, guarantee the cost at today's prices and avoid putting this burden of planning your funeral on the family members you love the most We have a plan to fit your financial situation. Call today for an appointment.We're here to help. ren Funeral Home, Inc. David C. Wren, President 1401 N. Broadway at Woodlawn Ave. Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-2471 Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MAY 4, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent Hve people were in atten­ dance from the public. Minutes were approved. Adopted the 2001-2002 bud­ get Treasurer’s report was accepted. Approved purchasing two mobile radio units for the ambu­ lance dept. Bills in the amount of 8399.41 were approved for payment. Junior High plans benefit walkathon The junior high will be holding a walk-a-thon to benefit Cystic Fibrosis this Friday, May 18. Teacher and organizer Duska Brumm said the students will be collecting a minimum of $20 in pledges to walk the 6.2 miles, called "Great Strides." She said students also are contacting local business to get donations. Anyone who would like to be involved or donate is encouraged to call Brumm at the high school at 852­ 9275. Donations can also be sent the high school with attention to Brumm. Adopted policies for the town­ ship cemeteries. Township insurances were discussed. Committee reports were given. Road Commission will do the chloride application. Correspondence was dis­ cussed. Approved changing the June board meeting from the 6th to the 13th at 7 p.m. Public comment was heard. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor Call 945-9554 for classifieds When people want to make a charitable gift, the most common option is to make a donation to a public charity. These organizations serve education, the arts, health services and a broad range ofcauses. To establish and fulfill a long-term charitable giving program that can provide lasting impact, individuals, families and businesses have two basic alternatives: • PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS are inde­ pendent charities established, controlled and maintained over time by a donor. • COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS are public charities built by thousands of individuals, families and businesses that care about their communities. A community foundation manages individual gifts and bequests as an endowed pool of assets, distributing grants to a wide variety of organiza­ tions that enhance and support the quality of life in the community. A vol­ unteer board of community members like yourself, directly accountable to donors and the community, oversees each foundation's administration and distribution of funds. Giving through a community foundation can help you: • achieve your philanthropic objectives • improve your community • maximize the tax benefits that charitable donations can provide When you give to your local community foundation it will give you the satisfaction of knowing that your concern for your community will have an impact in making it a better place for years to come. Family Service Representative Sue LaJoye MAPLE VALLEY CHAPEL Scott A. Daniels, Manager 204 North Queen St. Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 The Barry Community Foundation can work with you, your attorney and financial advisor to help structure what philanthropic options will work best for you. P.O. Box 644 ommunity oundation 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-0526 • Fax: 616-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org �The Maple Valley t<iewi Nashville TueWay May 15 2001 - Page 6 Lake 0 Lions plan chicken barbecue FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Alternate day K step in right direction To the editor: Contrary to komc opin­ ions, we should embrace a principal who is willing to try educating our children by changing to an all day. alter­ nate day (ADAD) schedule Mrs Farnsworth may not have a complete picture of what needs to be done, but it a step in the right direction She also needs to realize that the ADAD program needs to be discussed with the par­ ents of affected children. Between parents and the school, we could come up with a great plan for our young students We arc in no position to be flying by the seat of our pants come August ofthis year. The ADAD plan still falls short of what our children really need which is an all day - every day kindergarten program. Let the early 4 and young 5 programs bring the children to gradual academic stamina Facts speak for them­ selves. Our children can barely pass the MEAP test, specifically reading and math. Exactly how much could our children be learn­ ing daily in 2 1/2 hours of school, which includes a SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 72641088 - Days (517) 72641020 - Off Hours (517) 852-2143 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems snack and recess. In its pre­ sent form at the kindergarten level; the school district is not promoting good study habits or a viable curriculum for the children to excel in. Drugs and teenage pregnan­ cy are raging through all our schools. Both parents are working to make ends meet, and the needs ofour children arc being forsaken for the almighty dollar. Our children need an edu­ cation, not glorified day care subsidized through property taxes. The earlier we start the education process as a full time commitment by par­ ents, teachers, and students, the sooner children will develop the necessary skills to make intelligent choices, be independent, and success­ ful. Consider other developed countries that send their children to school all year. There is no such thing as half days, they have four quarters that are 11 weeks long and have a two-week vacation between each quar­ ter. Those children are not having any problems with consistency or forgetting what they learned last week. Also, the average children from other countries can go head to head in any aptitude 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 I Barryville Cemetery Association to meet The Barryville Cemetery Association will meet Saturday, May 26 at the Peace United Methodist Church, Barryville, starting at noon with a potluck meal. Those attending are asked to bring dish to pass and their own table service. The potluck will be fol­ lowed by a business meeting. Anyone who has a con­ nection with Barryville Cemetery is invited. N QQc Q7Q/ c each 8 1/2x11” only Expires June 1,2001 (No copyrighted pictures) (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 ________Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Village True Value Lumber will be host to the True Value IROC show car Tuesday, May 22, from noon to 6 p.m. True Value invites customers to see one of its state-of-the-art IROC cars, as well as Bobby Labonte's Talladega pace car at the store on 1019 First St. When racing fans debate the best driver of the sport, they might come up with several different answers. But each year the True Value IROC Series come up with its own definite answer by pitting 12 of the best race car drivers in the world in one of these equally prepared, equally powerful cars — an all-star game of auto racing. Each of the cars used in the four yearly True Value IROC series races are the product of rigorous testing under brutal driving conditions with driver and mechanic cooperating to create an optimal, driving machine. "To put these True Value IROC cars together," said store owners Tom Raines and John Calcott, "you have to have a group of people who really know what they're doing, working together to create something incredibly powerful and fast. That's an ideal that carries over into our line of work. Plus, it's a great looking car!" Village True Value Lumber is one of more that 7,000 True Value locations with more than $18 billion in retail sales. For more information on True value and individual True Value locations or to shop through their on-line product catalog, visit the True Value Web Site at www.truvalue.com. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Sidewalk (tife Tracy Symonds, a Maple Valley High School graduate was one of 276 degree can­ didates who were eligible to participate in Alma College’s 2001 commencement cere­ mony on Saturday, April 21. Symonds was scheduled to receive a bachelor of fine arts degree in art and design. For delicious... Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp Fish & Chicken Baskets Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Tuesday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Real Estate KALKASKA COUNTY: 6.69 beautifully wooded acres ad­ joining public land. Short drive to torch Lake. Includes driveway, cleared site, elec­ tric. $26,900, $500 down, $330/month, 11% land contract, Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3118, www.northemlandco.com Charotte - thograph inc. A division of J-Ad Graphics the door are $7.50 and $4. Tickets are available from any Lions Club member, at Dr. Gerald Licari's office at 1032 4th Avenue or Walker's Pharmacy. Joe Forte is chairman of this year's barbecue. Money raised from the chicken dinner will be used to fund the summer swim program and all the other services the Lions provide the community. True Value I ROC car to visit Lake 0 Local woman is Alma grad q Full Color"Copies u i test with any of our honor students and make us look bad. I understand Mrs. Farnsworth’s frustration being an administrator. She must do what is best for the children only to remain in the confines of a budget that she has no control over. In the Maple Valley school dis­ trict we have teachers that earn a year’s salary in 9 1/2 months. The children only learn what collective bar­ gaining agreements and State ofMichigan guidelines will allow. We should support Mrs. Farnsworth’s idea, but as parents we can come togeth­ er to help the Maple Valley school district do what is truly in.the best interest of our children, families and community. Michael D. Harvey, Nashville The Lake Odessa Lions are once again planning for their chicken barbecue with all the traditional trimmings. Dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m Saturday, May 19, at the beach pavilion in Lake Odessa. There also will be a drive-up takeout service on Virginia Street. Advanced tickets are $6.50 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Tickets at Enter at Main Street Or lots ofparking in back - Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-9320 uTeftpst/ta’s ^ou/e/ts • Geraniums • Bulk Seeds • Flower and Vegetable Plants now qpeni 18 Packs to a Flat and 54 Plants to a Flat ' • Ornamental Iron F k 9 4224Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • (517) 566-8253 w Take M'43 west 10 Su?H,'OelUdR HS y9-0n0° ^2 tni il9es0.0 t urn e aNst oSn Tdupper Lake Rd.. 1/4 mile. HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; No Sundays �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15, 2001 - Page 7 Local horsewoman earns certification by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Local horsewoman Stephanie Thorne has re­ ceived certification from the Certified Horseman­ ship Association. Thorne, owner of Trail's End Ranch in the Ver­ montville area, has taught riding lessons for years, but the training allowed her to learn more about safety issues and other subjects. The clinic was held in Oxford, Mich. The association started in the 1960s to regulate and set standards for the riding industry. "Anyone can be a self­ described riding instructor, but the certification pro­ cess stresses safety on all levels of horsemanship. You always continue to learn things, and it helps reduce insurance rates," Thorne said. Thorne teaches both En­ glish and Western riding lessons, holds clinics at her ranch and boards horses. Her husband, Mike, also trains horses. "I would like to continue with the certification pro­ cess and do more with special riding, and become certified there too... I would like to host certifi­ cation and eventually teach it myself." Call 945-9554 for classifieds PHOTO FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... panoramic APS Processing Local horsewoman Stephanie Thome has become certified through the Certified Horsemanship Association for teaching riding lessons. Here, she stands with horse Roanies Zippo, owned by Jillian Simmons of Vermontville. Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT ~ acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print Policewoman working in schools BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer s$495 Nashville police officer Dori Munster recently completed training in the TEAM (teaching, educat­ ing and mentoring) pro- 5x8 - $2.50 8x10 as low as Self-Inking • Made to order Check our prices! II Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 . Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Business Cards Custom Rubber Stamps Cobb 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Center Nashville Police Officer - Dori Munster, who will be • working with Fuller schools with the students on safety and other issues. gram and she has started working in Fuller Elemen­ tary, as reported to the Vil­ lage Council last Thursday. Munster said on her first day last week the kids al­ ready had a ton of ques­ tions for her. She said gun safety was discussed, among other things. Munster said after the meeting that she would be spending about three hours a day, three to four days a week in the school, build­ ing relationships with the kids and talking about safety and other issues. In other business Thurs­ day night, the council: • Granted a live band permit for 835 Sherman for later in the month. • Approved a gaming permit for the Nashville Car Club. • Granted a Memorial Day parade permit. • Paid transfer recycling bills for $1,000. || || Looking for Specialty Papers?!* Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $1I QW5 0 as low as I 250 1-color DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON I Second Set of Prints | 35mm or APS i We have a huge selection of quality papers in various | ( colors & textures 3 with original processing । Offer good thru May 2001 I NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 . te ^y6arn OPEN MON-FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15, 2001 - Page 8 Cockatiel ‘Smokie’ joins alternative ed classroom "Smokie" the classroom cockatiel, loves to eat cheese crackers. Teacher Rose Hahn and students, have noticed "Smokie" the cockatiel has become more friendly since taking up residence in the classroom at Alternative Education. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer There are new activities and projects happening at Maple Valley Alternative Education. New to the building is a classroom cockatiel, do­ nated by a local resident. Rose Hahn's science class has had the bird for several months now and are slowly starting to make "Smokie" more friendly and happy. "Two students, Brandon Lennon and Luke Veith, helped make two perches Teller Part-Time Are you searching for a flexible, part-time position in a friendly and professional work environment? Hastings City Bank is seeking individuals who fit this description to fill positions that we currently have open in our: Bellevue Office The job requirements include: a general aptitude for math, good attention to detail, excellent customer relation skills and an outstanding work ethic. Basic computer knowledge is a plus. However, training will be provided. If this type of position looks interesting to you, please stop by the Human Resources Department at our Hastings location and complete an employment application. We are open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Our location is 150 W. Court St, Hastings, Mich. EEO/M-F for Smokie. They also set Smokie up with toys and various types of food." Hahn said Smokie was ornery and had the habit of picking his feathers out because he was stressed out when they got him. "We took him to a local vet who told us that Smokie was suffering from stress and a neurotic condition but with lots of attention, good diet, exercise and training he would be a good bird for the classroom." Hahn said students have been working hard with Smokie to help him recuperate. "This bird has promoted the human to animal bond among many of the students," said Hahn. "It sings beautiful different melodies and helps take the students' minds off their worries and makes them laugh. He helps foster a positive environment, and helps students feel calmer and less isolated when he is around. Student Jeannie Tuttle holds up her communication art with Jean Withey. CANDIDATE ROBERT D. HYVARINEN LAKEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL BOARD VOTE JUNE 11, 2001 EDUCATION FAMILY • Assoc. Degree Lansing community College industrial Management • Bachelors Degree Spring Arbor College Management of Human Resources Professional Experience • Manager CM 23 Years • Employee involvement instructor 3 Years • Township Board 10 Years • Chairman Professional manager Network GM Metal Fabrication Division 2 Years Married, 6 children, all attended Lakewood, 2 still In high school. Grand child starting next fall. Resident of the community since 1978. PERSONAL EXPERIENCE 4-H leader little league Baseball & Softball coach Church Board Quiz team coach vfw life Member Bob’s education & work experience can be an asset in dealing with issues, policies, budgets and goals of the school district, we need to foster the best possible learning environment for our children. Paid for by the committee to elect Robert D. Hyvarinen, 8935 w. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, Ml 49096 Student Linsey Gibbs draws lines with a senior as a way of communicating. Smokie is that he does not make any judgments... he has a way of making us stop and just be in the moment and know that animals are a part of us and that we have a lot we can learn from him." Smokie's favorite thing to do, said Hahn, is eat cheese crackers from the students' fingers. Throughout the year, students also have been meeting with the elderly at thee village Masonic temple. The elderly there participate in the "Meals Continued next page EARN $ 10.05 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN loin the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held June 14 through June 29 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $11.05 per hour. To ensure the safety of our resi­ dents and staff, all applicants are subject to crimi­ nal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by June 7 at: cQiornapple 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15, 2001 - Page 9 From previous page year. "Luke Vieth, Josh Mix, and Jeff Schroll have been reconstructing the room, and are just finishing painting it black so we can develop film in the room," she explained. "I would like to have each student develop their own portfolio of pictures to tell the story of their year here in the program. We on Wheels" program every Thursday. Teacher Cindy Taylor said he main goal was creating a comfortable atmosphere for the teens and the elderly to interact. To start things off, she said she started with five students. "I explained to them that each teen would sit next to an elderly person and no one was to say anything. They were to take turns drawing lines, so as to communicate with art. All of them seemed interested, so I continued to instruct them by telling teens to take a 9 x 11 sheet of newsprint and a handful of different colored pencils. Then I instructed the teens to sit by an elderly person and to begin taking turns communicating by line drawing. I also reminded them that no one was to talk. The teens seemed to be so relieved by this statement." Taylor said she played the piano, and slowly the teens and elderly began to interact and connect. After this excersise, she said, everyone seemed to be comfortable and so she passed out questionnaires for the teens to interview the elderly. She said that Business Services Business Services TWO MEN AN TOOLS: We're here to help when you can't find the time. Whether it's a powerwash, deck stain­ ing, Bobcat or Backhoe work, tree trimming, rental unit cleaning or just about anything. If we can't do it, we know people who can. Two Men An Tools. Tom, (616)945-8768; Tim, (616)948­ 3384. BOB BRUMM CUSTOM SERVICES, INC. Plumbing repair & replacement, bath­ room remodeling r & light construction. Licensed & in­ sured. (517)852-9080 WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call 517-726-1005 or 517-204-7451. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOFING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 SECURITY OFFICER PINKERTON/BURNS INT'L. SECURITY 25 West Michigan Avenue, Ste. 810 BULLDOZING: 2909. both parties learned a lot from each other. "It is all about bridging the intergenerational gap," she said. Another new project that students are working on is the renovating of a room to make a black and white photography lab. Hahn said she will be teaching a photography class next Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 1-616-660-2200 Fax 616-660-2715 E-mail: DstoneQhurnsintl.com Pinkerton, IncJBums International Security Services is proud to be Get Ready For Spring Fishing! Stream MAP Miscellaneous FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth,, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. ot Michigan I NEED TO KNOW- Do you have any interesting hitch hikingstories? Please write to: Hitch 'h a Ride. P.O. Box 154, Hastings, MI. 49058. Secretary/Student Support Center LOST STREAM A/LAP The recently published STREAM | MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another । map-known to Pennsylvania anglers as I the "Lost Stream Map." The “Stream Map of Pennsylvania" | was completed in 1965 after a thirty- ■ year effort by Howard Higbee, a former i Penn State Professor. Monday through Friday Qualifications: High school graduate, secretarial associate degree or equivalent training preferred Three years of secretarial experience preferred Computer experience required Good organizational and communication skills Must be able to compose correspondence, proof­ read and correct materials using proper grammar, spelling and punctuation Self-initiative and public relations skills Basic accounting skills Ability to work cooperatively with staff at all levels Secretarial skills test required Responsibilities may include handling student related needs, answering the phone, taking daily attendance, general office duties, liaison with vol­ unteers and community organizations, assisting students with first aid when necessary, distribution of medication, contacting parents when student is sick or injured; other duties as may be assigned by administration. Application should be made to Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by May 25, an Equal Opportunity Employer.___ __ 8^' Michigan Streams and Lakes (616)948- POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS 2001 Pinkerton, Inc., and Bums Int'l. Security Services is seeking a security professional for a position in the Olivet area. • Full-time, third shift, weekends included • Starting pay is $7.50 per hour • Must pass state requirements • Previous experience is not necessary. • Must be drug-free • Immediate medical, dental, vision and life insurance available To apply in person, go to: Alternative Education .students are repainting a room at Kellogg in the beginning plans of turning it into a photo lab. BlIglBJBIBIBIBIBlBlgJBJBIBIBlBlBIEUBIBJBJBIBJBJBJBJll Hours: 7 hours/day are hoping to discover photography's power to soothe and mend and for the students to see beauty in things and through images." Having the room will also allow the students to have space for experimenting with creativity and a place to share their ideas, Hahn said. Professor Higbee succeeded in i creating a map of the highest detail i possible...a map that shows every | stream and lake. He painstakingly | plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 Why every fisherman and boater needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which group you fall into... there's a sure way to up your odds... simply try new fishing waters. Fish where few fishermen ever fisfi. Michigan is loaded with great fishing waiers...many of them over­ looked. From the AuSable River to all of the Great Lakes tributaries to the Perc Marquette River...thousands of miles of streams, lakes and rivers are now easy-to-locate on one map. Professor Higbee's Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. Pto/lilol f-ltobwi ltobwii R This new 4 foot by 4 foot color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan streams & lakes. STREAMS I miles of streams onto a 3 x 5 foot map. The map sold extremely well- until it was lost several years after it first I appeared in print. Incredibly, the printer | entrusted with the original drawing and RAVE REVIEWS ! printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 I years of work to a landfill. I The few remaining dog-eared copies I became a prized fisherman's posses­ sion. Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their I copies under lock and key. Experts told Professor Higbee that reprints were impossible, because the ' maps were printed in non-photographic I 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 i MICHIGAN was created. “It is amazingly detailed and names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can't even be found on topographic maps." John Pitarres OBSERVER-DISPATCH-Utica FREE LOCATION GUIDEBOOK INCLUDED Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the “Stream Map." Yourmap and guidebook will take you to the top 443 fishing waters-select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFE­ TIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off surface, with brass eyelettes for easy hanging. “Ifyou're looking for the most Send me ■_____ 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid al $24.45 ea. definitive maps ever created depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake ... then “ProfessorHigbee's Stream Maps" are without question the finest. Howard Brant THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER Send me Send me 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED mapfs) postage paid al $24.45 ea. _4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED mapfs) postage paid at $44.45 ea. Check or money order enclosed $ ______ 2-3 DAY PRIORITY MAIL INCLUDED EACH ROLLED AND LAMINATED MAP SHIPPED IN A STURDY STORAGE TUBE Name Address City State Zip “It is in showing where to find out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman. Joe Gordon TRIBUNE-DEMOCRATJohnstown Send, to: J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15,2001 - Page 10 Varsity softball team chalks up triumphs Maple Valley's varsity softball team defeated Delton 12-7 on May 4 scoring eight runs in the top of the seventh inning to pull it out. For the Lions, Jessie Grant had three singles, two RBI and two stolen bases, Nicole McMillon throws heat to the plate during a recent Maple Valley varsity softball game. Coach Duska Brumm goes over strategy with her players and coaches. Tough enough New Holland LS yard tractors are tough enough for heavy yardwork, from mowing and sweeping to tilling and blowing snow.They're designed for performance and comfort: ■ ■ ■ ■ Deluxe sliding-track seat Step-through platform Quick-attach mower decks Welded angle-iron frame ■ Cast-iron front axle ■ Tilt steering When you look at all of the big jobs an LS yard tractor can handle, the only thing small is the price. rewhouard Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville mvi@mvcc.com Maple Valley's varsity assists, Lisa McElroy two won both ends of a double doubles and two RBI, header versus Bellevue April Jennifer Clements one 30. The Lions won the first double, two singles and an game 6-5 and the nightcap RBI, Jenny Mansfield two 15-9. singles and two RBI, Jamie In the first game, Bethany Jones one single, one Swift had a double, a single, sacrifice, two RBI and 10 an RBI and four assists, assists, Bethany Swift a Jessie Grant a single, an single, a sacrifice and an RBI, two assists and two RBI, Amber Newton a put-outs, Lisa McElroy a single and an RBI and Nikki single, Jenny Mansfield a James had a single, a single, Jennifer Clements a sacrifice, an RBI and 11 single and Nicole McMillon assists. struck out seven and walked just one. McMillon had nine strikeouts, walked three and allowed four hits to collect the pitching win in Game 2. Jessie Grant had two singles, two RBI and three WATER NEWS ON TAP REW HOWARD CREDIT 517-852-1910 Bethany Swift two singles, an RBI and four put-outs, Jenny Mansfield two singles and an RBI, Torri Newton a double, an RBI and a sacrifice, Jennifer Clements a double and two RBI, Jamie Jones a single and an RBI, Amber Newton a single and Nicole McMillon was the winning pitcher, striking out five and walking five. The Lions fell to Pennfield May 2 by a 6-2 score. Jessie Grant had two singles, Bethany Swift a single, Amber Newton a single, Holly Clouse a single, Jennifer Clements a single and Nicole McMillon fanned two and walked three on the mound. Making Water Costs Fall (NAPS)—A number of groups are working to plug potential leaks in one ofthe largest and most important infrastructure networks in the country: The drinking and wastewater system. The network of drinking water and wastewater pipes buried underground is over four times larger than the national highway system— 660,000 miles ofpipe versus 160,000 miles of road—and has proven to be one of the most thorough and efficient water distribution networks in the world. A number of scientists have pointed out, however, that despite the U.S. water system’s relative smooth sail­ ing throughout the years, much of the infrastructure is more than 100 years old and badly in need ofan over­ haul. The older a water pipe gets, they argue, the more it degrades—and the risk posed to the public’s health, water supply and economy increases. According to the American © Water Works Association (AWWA), the federal gov­ ernment, local governments and utility companies need to work together to clean up the country’s potential water problems. The group says that in the near future, water utilities will have to overhaul their pipe networks and increase pipe replacement and repair efforts to unprecedented levels. The AWWA warns that without a coordinated ap­ proach involving government, consumers and industry, some utilities will not be able to meet their future structural and logistical needs, which could cost as much as one tril­ lion dollars. The Association argues that by working together, government and utility com­ panies can make a coordi­ nated effort to improve the U.S. water supply, protect public-health and possibly help stave offa wave ofhigh water costs in the future. For more information, visit www.awwa.org. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15, 2001 - Page 11 Delicious. fruit Dishes Celebrate The Season With Strawberries Mulberry Fore owner recognized by VFW Mulberry Fore Golf Course owner Tad Davis (middle) was presented with two plaques by Ross Nichols (left) and Bill Nichols on behalf of the Department of Michigan Veterans of Foreign Wars Commander Ronald L Amend. Bill is the Department Cancer Chairman, of Thornapple Valley VFW Post 8260 of Nashville, and Ross is the Department Bugler and Cancer Committee of Maple City VFW Post 2406 in Charlotte. Davis and owners Tim and Alice Boucher were recognized for their generosity for the Department of Michigan Cancer program. Since 1983 the VFW has given the Wayne State Cancer Research Program over $693,000. Tad, VFW members said, has always given towels, hats, and passed to help. The second plaque was for his generosity for the VFW National Home. "The Veterans of Michigan appreciate Tad and all other people like him who help our programs be a success, and without these people our programs surly would not be as successful," said Ross. Protect yourself against colon cancer by eating right foods (NAPS)—Colon cancer is the third most prevalent form ofcancer in the United States. While the exact cause ofcolon cancer is unknown, there are certain risk factors that can increase a person’s chance of having colon cancer. Experts suggest that what we eat and how we live have an impact PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or. discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers arc hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- on the risk ofdeveloping can­ cer. Take a look. Fiber—Researchers con­ tinue to study fiber and its role in maintaining good health. Recent media reports surrounding two studies, however, have created doubts about the value offiber. The study reports did not tell the whole story. It is possible that the amount offiber eaten by participants in these studies was not enough to make a difference and perhaps the intervention was too late in the cancer development process. Health experts, including the studies’ lead investigators, emphasize that people should continue to eat a low-fat, fiber-rich diet high in grains, fruits, vegetables and beans to improve over­ all health and reduce disease risk. Aim for 25 to 35 grams each day. Folic acid—This vitamin helps produce an amino acid called methionine. Its unique properties may protect cells from being damaged by can­ cer-causing substances. The recommended daily amount: Technician FILLMORE EQUIPMENT, John Deere dealership in Hastings, is seeking a skilled equipment technician. Qualified candidates will have several years of experience in diagnosis and repair of agricultural equipment includ­ ing powertrain systems, electronics, hydraulics and computerized controls. Complete benefits pkg. available to qualified technician. Contact Fillmore Equipment, Inc., 616-945-9526. Fillmore Equipment, Inc. John Deere www.deere.com 400 micrograms. Calcium—Researchers believe calcium may bind to cancer-causing substances, making them less able to harm the colon. Calcium also may help reduce the recur­ rence ofpolyps, which oth­ erwise might turn cancerous. Recommended amount: 1,200 to 1,500 milligrams a day. Antioxidants—There is an entire arsenal of antiox­ idants that may affect can­ cer risk. Lutein, found in spinach, romaine lettuce and other greens, and sulforaphane, found in broccoli are thought to neutralize harmful substances. A new theory is circulating about the relationship bet­ ween colon cancer and diet. Scientists believe people who are insulin resistant may be more likely to develop colon cancer. Insulin resistance occurs when cells in the body do not respond to insulin the way they should. Someone with insulin resistance typi­ cally has higher levels ofblood glucose and insulin circulat­ ing in the body. It’s possible that insulin feeds the growth ofabnormal cells. Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a fiber-rich diet plus staying physically active helps mod­ erate blood glucose for most people. A Great Start Toward Total Nutrition—Pack a lot of nutrition into your food choices. Fruits, vegetables and whole grains provide fiber, phytonutrients, and other essential vitamins. Include five or more servings offruits and vegetables and at least three servings of whole grains each day. Select a breakfast with fruit orjuice, whole-grain cereal, and fatfree milk or soy milk. Brought to you by Total cereals, breakfast cereals with 100% ofthe Daily Value of at least 11 vitamins and minerals. Call 945-9554 for classifieds (NAPS)—Fresh strawberries—that bright red, oh-so­ sweet fruit—symbolize the warm-weather season. Al­ though cultivated and sold throughout the world, straw­ berries are particularly pop­ ular among Americans, evi­ denced by the 94 percent of U.S. households who regu­ larly eat them. There’s good reason for this love affair with the heart­ shaped fruit. A versatile treat, strawberries are tasty all by themselves and absolutely irresistible when paired with other fruits, sumptuous cakes or real whipped cream. Create a quick and simple version ofthe classic berry dessert—strawberry short­ cake—in just minutes with a little help from Reddi-wip® real whipped cream and Entenmann’s® moist and delicious LoafCake. Or, whip up a Berry Pink Smoothie for a refreshing, no-fuss treat. Strawberry Shortcut Makes 7 servings 1 Entenmann’s® Loaf Cake, cut into 14 slices 3 cups sliced, fresh strawberries 1 can Reddi-wip real whipped cream Berry Pink Smoothie Makes 2 servings 1 1 1 1 cup orange juice cup fresh strawberries cup plain, vanilla or strawberry yogurt cup ice cubes or crushed ice can Reddi-wip real whipped cream Why bake dessert when you can whip up a winning combination in just minutes? Place all ingredients in the order listed into blender container. Cover and blend on high until thick and slushy. Pour into two tall glasses. Top with Reddi-wip real whipped cream; garnish with a fresh strawberry and serve immediately. delivery. Also, visit www. reddi-wip.com for more fresh recipe ideas. Fresh Strawberry Fun Farts and Tips From Reddi-wips • Strawberries have been cuftivoted in America since about 1835. Enjoy other easy and deli­ cious recipes, plus receive a 35-cent coupon toward the purchase of a can of Reddiwip real whipped cream, in the Shake Up Your Recipes booklet from Reddi-wip. For a free copy, send a stamped, self-addressed #10 business­ sized envelope to: Shake Up Your Recipes Cookbook Offer, P.O. Box 5524, Dept. P, Riverton, NJ 08077-0806. Allow six to eight weeks for • Californio and florido are the action's leading strawberry-producing areas. • If picking your own strawberries, go early in the morning or late in the day when the fruit is cool. • Strawberries ore best used within two to three days of picking. Store uncovered or loosely covered, preferably in the refrigerator crisper. • look for plump, bright red fruit. Attached cops should be green and fresh looking. • Don't wash strawberries until just before serving. Io keep them from absorbing large quantities of wafer, hull after washing, FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Place seven Entenmann’s® Loaf Cake slices on individual dessert plates. Spoon strawberries over each cake slice. Repeat layers, top with Reddi-wip real whipped cream. Garnish as desired. Serve immediately. ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (517) 852-9565 (616) 374-7595 Big or small. If it's a diesel, it deserves Amoco. Premier Diesel Fuel. Pre Buy Option Available - It’s specially formulated to treat your diesel equipment just right. It’s high in cetane for fast starts, and low in sulfur for reduced deposits. And it’s blended for the kind of flow and burning properties that give smooth power and less smoke. It also con­ tains D-Guard, an exclusive additive combination to help protect fuel injectors against rust, corrosion, gum and varnish. You’ll see the difference with Amoco Premier Diesel Fuel. For prompt, dependable delivery of all your fuel and lubricant needs, Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. (Serving the area for over 50 years) IVe Deliver 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI AMOCO Phone (517) 852-9210 (800) 638-7484 AMOCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 15,2001 - Page 12 Lions’ bats come alive; 8-1 in SMAA Maple Valley's varsity baseball team remains in contention for a league title following its four-win week that included sweeps of Association) took two from Dansville May 7, 5-2 and 13-3, and two from Lansing Christian on May 10, 15-0, 13-1. Dansville and Lansing Christian. The Lions (12-4 overall and 8-1 in the Southern Michigan Athletic AMEfUCA*S CAOrCTMAKEA kiiaiiihan nnKiici.<.«< Cabinets Fiberglass Insulation Celotex L Insulation nComc j oommec.to .quality. < Andersen. Plywood Pine Molding use L Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Handft Power Tools I Dry Mix Crete & Supply ROOfS Jeff Rhoades sprints home to score a Lions' run in a recent contest against Delton Kellogg. & Wolverine Technologies Time for New Siding? The World Leader In Specialty Building Products. Pre-Hung Steel Doors “Innovation is our most valuable asset" OMSTOWNj tew tew. LUMBER & HARDWARE Mon_d_a„y t_h_r_uSSaatuturdrdaayy77:3:300 aa.m.m. . toto 55:3:300pp_._m._. 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com In Game 1 against Dansville, Darin Thrun was the winning pitcher, striking out eight, walking two and allowing six hits in seven innings of work. Eric Goris went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBI and Travis Kersjes, Mike Hirneiss, Ryan Goris, Jeff Rhoades, Jeremy Wiser and Chris Ripley each had hits, for the winners. "That bats came alive", according to Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt in the second game triumph. Jeff Rhoades went 3-for-4 with two homeruns and five RBI, Eric Goris went 3-for- Wedre 98% Fat Free Deli Sliced 2 Taking Orders for Turkey U Graduation g g rj Parties Whole Cumberland Gap Fresh Call Ahead: Boneless Homs Ground Hamburger 726-1570 Ask about our special prices for ■ large quantities! r^sssmssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss: Bareman's H 1Hk\\ B B '*/o / “ VnSkim Milk 2 Liter ice Cream Pepsi Pudding 99e All Var. Nabisco Cheese Nips Deli Sliced Roast Beef XSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS hsywaaiewagMw Betty Crocker P6PSII Hamburger, Tuna, Chicken Plus Deposit All Varieties Asst. Var. Kool-Aid 3 oz.Parade Cookies Pockets Gelatin Sssssssssssssx ssssssssssssx N ■SSSSSTSSXSSSSS SSSSSTSSXSSSSS 64 oz. Laundry Detergent Ryan Goris drives one through the hole in a recent varsity baseball game at Delton. Lb. 1/2 ga|. Hudsonville gallon 4 Pack Handi Snack Pork Steaks Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 New Spring i Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-6:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun, Noon-6:00 • Prices good thru Saturday^ • 4 with a homerun, a double went l-for-2 and Ryan Goris and three RBI, Mike was 1-for-l. Hirneiss went 2-for-4 with a Mike Hamilton earned his double and a triple and Jacob second pitching win of the Cole went 2-for-2 with two week in the nightcap with walks and two RBI. Mike Lansing Christian. Hamilton, was the winning Hamilton allowed four hits, pitcher, allowing seven hits, walked one and struck out walking none and striking three. Jeff Rhoades and Eric out two. Goris each hit homeruns. The Lions took just three Rhoades was 3-for-4 and innings to shutout Lansing Eric Goris l-for-2 at the Christian 15-0 in Game 1. plate. Chris Ripley was 1Darin Thrun picked up his for-2 and had two RBI, second pitching win of the Travis Kersjes 1-for-l with week, allowing one hit, two RBI and Jacob Cole walking one and striking was l-for-2 with an RBI. This week the Lions face out five. At the plate, Eric Goris went 2-for-3 with a 7-3 Olivet on Thursday, double and a triple, Chris compete in tournament Ripley went 1-for-l and action at Harper Creek and face drove in two runs, Jeff Saturday Rhoades went 2-for-3 with Webberville in SMAA play two RBI, Mike Hirneiss Monday. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-05-21.pdf 2150ab3862e5122a5994efd1a53a6273 PDF Text Text new Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 139-No. 21, May 21, 2011 A local paper of today! Maple Valley board votes to close Maplewood Other cuts pending by Shari Carney Staff Writer In an emotionally charged meeting the Maple Valley Board of Education faced about 60 residents in the audience May 9. “This is not a time that anyone takes lightly,” President April Heinze told the crowd. “You are here because you care about the students at Maple Valley. Our hand is being forced by the state. I request that your oral presentations be respect­ ful and courteous, not demeaning to any other organization or class. Passions run high, try to keep them in check.” Trustee Tim Burd, repre- senting the board’s labor and finance committee, said he wanted to poll the board on which school to close. It was the recommendation of the committee that due to the larger size of Fuller Street and more parking available there that Maplewood be the school to close. Kevin Rost, trustee, com­ mented that he agreed to close Maplewood since he did not want to see fifth graders going to the high school. Burd responded that there may have been a way to keep that from happening even if Maplewood had been the one chosen. Burd said if growth starts to occur, then Fuller would have the means to “make it happen.” Trustee Tony Shaw said he agreed with closing Maplewood for the same rea­ son. “I applaud the finance committee,” said Heinze. “Neither building is what we want to close. We have to look at the financial saving to the district.” Superintendent Ronna Steel said, “Both buildings are wonderful. The atmos­ phere of both is conducive and loving toward students.” She noted that atmosphere is created by staff, and the staff will be transferring to the other building. She then thanked everyone for their emails and input, reminding the guests, “We just don't have any options." Before a vote was taken, Burd said, “I just want to make sure everybody voices their opinion.” When there was no response, a roll call was taken. Mark Jorgensen was the More than 60 people attend the May 9 Maple Valley Board of Education meeting only dissenting voice, saying “Neither." Upon the decision. Finance Manager Darryl Sydloski presented a slide showing a preliminary 2011- FFA members win state title Will compete in national contest A team of Maple Valley FFA members will be repre­ senting their school and state in Indianapolis in October. Chloe Babcock, Jaime Curth. Nicole Porter, Jeniffer Porter and McKenna Mater won the farm business man­ agement team contest. Babcock also placed first in the state ns an individual. They have qualified to com­ pete in the FFA National See FFA, page 2 The farm business management team of Chloe Babcock, Jaime Curth, Nicole Porter, Jen Porter and McKenna Mater are state champions. Senior prank now involves police Maple Valley High School Gonser Principal Todd advised Barry County Sheriff Deputies April that several students had allegedly broken into the school and. among other things, had placed dead fish above the ceiling tiles in classrooms and the teacher' lounge. Classrooms were unusable for days. According to the report, keys had been stolen from the office a week or two prior to the incident and later used to gain entry into the school. . Gonser told deputiess tthe students had been given the opportunity to admit being involved and help clean the school. He told deputies the students showed no remorse and would not tell him where the dead and stinking fish were located. Horse manure also was found on the school library shelves and other locations inside of school. The school school’’ss computer system was found to be and was unplugged unoperational for an entire day. Two-thousand or more full cups of water were left in front of the office door. Student lockers were filled with shredded paper and more shredded paper was dumped into the hallways. Deputies and school officials found congratulatory the about conversations “senior prank" on Facebook. Seven suspected students were then interviewed by had deputies. Students researched senior pranks online and invited 15 or more students to join in the prank. placed were Lookouts outside the school with cell phones. All participants wore masks or nylons over their heads because of surveillance cameras. One of the participants was recorded “mooning” a surveillance camera. Because the students showed no remorse and were uncooperative, the school decided to press charges for of property. destruction Deputies are requesting warrants for five students on and entering breaking and additional charges charges of larceny for the stolen keys. The case remains open and has been forwarded the Eaton County's to the Prosecutor’s office. 12 budget options chart. He stressed that it was a fluid document, subject to change as more information becomes available. The chart showed savings of $1.9 mil­ lion. This would be achieved through a variety of measures, including closing Maplewood ($309,000): eliminating 17 full-time teaching positions ($1.11 million), a student support position, secretary, parapros and custodial position ($298,758); cutting one bus run ($16,001); reducing sup­ plies budget ($75,000); reducing curriculum director to part-time ($31,425); elim­ inating the summer agricul­ tural program ($7,750); cut­ ting sixth grade camp teach­ ing staff ($1,200); eliminat­ ing shared food services director ($41,000), sharing special education and trans­ portation directors ($48,000 and $25,000); making junior high athletics club sports ($33,000) selling the school forest ($90,000) and Kellogg School ($75,000); cut fund­ ing for liaison officer ($7,500), elementary Spanish ($11,000) and more, including saving on utilities and repairs. Heinze asked the board to vote, and the budget was approved unanimously. (Further details on the pro­ posed budget are available at the administrative office or on the district’s website at mvs.k 12.mi.us.com.) Steel reported that student count is down 64 from 2010, and that kindergarten round­ up numbers were lower than anticipated. She urged peo­ ple to get the word out to prospective kindergartner parents to get their children enrolled. Band boosters and athletic boosters have stepped up and are offering proposals on ways they intend to help. An anonymous resident is also formulating a plan to help with the junior high sports program. “Because of the massive cuts over the past five years, this will impact very impor­ tant programs," said Steel. “We have no choice. One is the building. We are in sur­ vival mode. Both communi­ ties arc wonderful places to raise children. There isn't any part of this that is easy. Hopefully we will be able to reinstate these programs.” Burd pointed out three things that will have an effect: legislation, contract negotiations and results of privatization. In response to staff appre­ ciation week, Heinze said, “I would like to commend all of you in this difficult time. We See BOARD, pg. 16 In This Issue • Seniors receive awards and scholarships during honors night • Art Stewart to be honored Tuesday • Staups bartered in Nashville for over 75 years • Quincy spoils Lions’ tribute to Vermontville star �Page 2 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 21,2011 FFA, continued from page 1 The junior high soil includes Keila Hamilton, Marcum Terpening and Payton Rourke. Agriculture mechanics team members are Kenny Christopher, Aimee Hamilton, Mclain Morehouse and Taylor Fisher. High school soil team members include Tad Mead, Breanna Heinze, Zach Pixley and Nikol Levi. Convention. The farm business man­ agement contest consists of a comprehensive exam cover­ ing farm economics and business aspects ofrunning a farm. They did a team exer- cise using techniques to improve farm management. “I am very proud of the fact that Maple Valley will, for the first time in the histo­ ry ofthe school, be sending a state winning team to the Competing the crops contest is the team of Matthew Scott, Doey Fighter, Kristen Campbell, Keesha Lawrence and Jacob Ramey. national FFA convention to compete,” said Maple Valley FFA Advisor Aaron Saari. Local FFA members also competed in crops, agricul­ tural mechanics and land conservation contests. Participants included Marcum Terpening, Payton Rourke and Keila Hamilton in the junior high land con­ servation contest; Kristen INDOOR GARAGE SALE! Saturday, July 18 - 9am - 5pm SELLERS NEEDED! Call 517.231.1554 or email: bugsincubator@hotmail.com to reserve a spot, table included. Keep all the profits from your sale! VENDORS NEEDED VennmfVttte Fn-rmers Market Downtown Village Park Every Saturday starting June 25 NM^Ville. Tcwmk Murkt-t Correction The Story about the recent decision of the Barry County Reapportionment Committee in the Saturday, May 14, Maple Valley News should have stated that Barry County Treasurer Sue Vandecar sub­ mitted two maps for consid­ eration while Barry County Democratic Party Chair Martha Reyff-Banash sub­ mitted one map. The Barry County Reapportionment Committee met Friday, May 6; the word­ ing of the article, as it appeared in the Maple Valley News may have been mis­ leading. Hamilton, Mclain Morehouse and Taylor Fisher in the agricultural mechanics contest. Call 269-945-9554 for Name Valley News action ads! HASTINGS 4 I I 269-205-4900 Goodrich kXUALITY ^THEATERS qrVavRffUl Downtown Hastings on State St. www.GQTI.com BARGAIN TWILIGHT DAILY 4:00-6:00 pm ©Stadium Seating Q No passes SHOWTIMES 5/21 - 5/25 O® PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES (PG-13) SAT-SUN 12:30.3:30, 6:30, 9:30 MON-WED 3:30, 6:30, 9 30 ©BRIDESMAIDS (R) SAT-SUN 11:00,1:40, 4:20, 7:00,9:50 MON-WED 4:20,7:00, 9:50 OTHOR (PG-13) SAT-SUN 11:10,1:50, 4:30, 7:10, 9:40 MON-WED 4:30, 7:10, 9:40 ©FAST FIVE (PG-13) SAT-SUN 1:20,4:00, 6:40, 9:20 MON-WED 4:00, 6:40, 9:20__________ Kellogg Community Center Every Wednesday starting June 29 9AM - 2PM g Cantrell, Jacob Ramey, Matthew Scott, Keesha Lawrence and Doey Fighter in the crops contest; and Kenny Christopher, Aimee 3pm - 8PM Contact: Natalie Brocieus 517.582.0273 after 4pm Contact: Amy Jo Kinyon 517.231.1554 natdoncountryside@gmail.com bugsincubator@hotmail.com ,or(lctailsorvcnd<>rform for details or vendor form Anyone with produce, eggs, cheese, butter, baked goods, plants, herbs, etc. who is not a commercial grower is welcome! Space is just S 5 per day for local Maple Valley Growers and S15 for non-local growers. Brought to you by: B.U.G.S. ■■ Building Unlimited Growth & Sustainability in CHUCKWAGON CAFE $2.99 EA ape aey-anaaeo e arry ommuny ounaon EyerySatu relay Night: PRIME RIB MEXICAN NITE - Fri, May6&20* FISHFRY-Fri, May 13&27 SUN - THURS 6AM - 2PM • FRI & SAT 6AM - 8PM Take Out • 517-852-2500 • 202 N. Main St., Nashville All You Can Eat Perch & Shrimp on FISH NITE �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 3 Seniors receive awards and scholarships during honors night by Shari Carney Staff Writer The class of2011 received many awards for their aca­ demic and athletic excel­ lence during a celebration in their honor May 16 in the high school auditorium. Teachers Norma Jean Acker and Ryan Rosin were the mistress and master of ceremonies for the evening. Superintendent Ronna Steel gave the opening remarks. She shared an anec­ dote of her then-5-year-old son coming in all disheveled from kindergarten, munch­ ing on a peanut butter and jelly sandwich that he was dripping evetywhere. He was bursting with excitement that he had won an award at school. When she asked which award, he beamed from his PBJ-covered face, “Neatness.” She thanked the students for their efforts for trying and not giving up. The first award of the evening was the Zemke Memorial Scholarship, pre­ sented by Woody Booher to Coty Franklin and Joseph Benedict. The Nashville Lions Club Doug Vogt Memorial Scholarship was presented by members Bernie Garvey and Gary Russell. The award was for $500 and went to Leighla Line and Anastasia Hakenjos. Dawn Y ager presented the Maple Valley Science/Athletic Scholarship of $500 to Cody Brumm. Dawn Meade of Eaton Federal Savings Bank pre­ sented the Herbert R. Black Scholarship of $500 to Eric Scott. Based on his winning essay of the benefits gained through volunteering, Joseph Benedict received the Hastings Elks Lodge 1925 Scholarship of $500 from Acker. She then presented the $250 Leadership Scholarship for going above and beyond to Josh Gurd. Tom Williams, represent­ ing Vermontville American Legion Post 222, presented the Childs/Demeray scholar­ ship to Joseph Benedict. Recipients of the Charlotte Optimist Club, John W. Duris Scholarships were Tiffany Ryan and Mark Wehr. Monique Colizzi present­ ed the Vomberg Foundation Scholarships to Tiffany Ryan, Matt Wehr and Eric Scott. MV Athletic Boosters Athlete of the Year scholar­ ships were presented by Duska Brumm to Karlee Mater and Josh Burd. Olivet College Community Connection grants were presented by Colizzi to Stephanie Schaffer, Matt Woodman and Darcey Turner. These are valued at $9,000 and are renewable for four years. Dawn Yager presented nine college scholarships: from Kellogg Community College to Kari Hummel, Danielle Milligan and Darcey Turner; Ferris State University Dean’s to Scholarship Jessica Cheeseman renewable at $3,000 per year; Hope College, Alumni Honors Scholarship to Cody Brumm valued at $3,000 to $4,500 renewable and Presidential Scholarship to Coty Franklin, $6,500 to 15,000 renewable; Garrick Hershberger will decide a between Kettering University award of $13,000 or Calvin College Faculty Honors Scholarship of $4,500 renewable for four years and Heart & Mind Scholarship of $ 1,500 renewable for two years. Jessica Curtis was award­ ed the Kettering University Trustee Scholarship for $14,000, renewable for four years; Leighla Line was pre­ sented with $4,000 renew­ able scholarship up to four years from Central Michigan University Board ofTrustees Outstanding Student and CMU Academic Excellence Award for $3,000 renewable up to four years. The MV Pride and Performance Scholarship from Walters Dimmick Corporation first annual award was presented to Matt Woodman by Bryan Carpenter. The Kathy Carl Memorial Award, given to Eric Scott, was presented by Dennis Vanderhoef. This award is granted to the band student chosen by their peers for their contributions. MV Band Boosters Scholarships in the amount of $500 were presented to Jessica Curtis and Eric Scott. Miriam Raines gave a heart-warming talk of crite­ ria to qualify for the Andrew Cheeseman award. The stu­ dents had to meet three requirements: be classmates of Andrew’s at least since seventh grade, have a special memory shared with Andrew and must write a hand-writ­ ten thank-you note. The fol­ lowing eight students received Andrew’s Gift of $500: Mark Wehr, Zachary Siple, Coty Franklin, Jessica Cheeseman, Ethan Hicks, Michael Hooten, Jean Quantrell and Kari Hummell. Cheeseman died of aplastic anemia in 2006, when the students were in eighth grade. Keith Ward presented the MV FFA Diane Ward Memorial Scholarship to Eric Scott for $500. Staff Sgt. Gomez awarded the U.S. Army Scholar Athlete Award to Coty Franklin and Karlee Mater. Brian Lincoln presented dictionaries from the University of Michigan Alumni Association to Jessica Curtis and Coty Franklin. KVA Academic all-confer­ ence awards were presented by Principal Todd Gonser. He said that the criteria was tough. The award is based on grade point average and ACT scores with a rigorous curricu­ lum but also combined with involvement in the communi­ ty and outstanding citizen­ ship. The three recipients were Joseph Benedict, Leighla Line and Coty Franklin. Lion Awards were presented by Duska Brumm to Riley Fisher, Josh Burd, Megan Shoemaker, Pantera Rider, Brianna Roberts, Karlee Mater and Cody Brumm. Class of 2011 Honors Awards recipients, those with a 3.0 or higher GPA with 15 honors points, were Alissa Mater, Lauren Ewing, Alexander Hill, Jessica Cheeseman, Zachary Siple, Kari Hummell, Bradley Laverty, Amber Todd, Matt Woodman, Jenna Williams Amanda Mahan, Lindsay Mudge, Pantera Rider, Eric Scott, Tiffani Allwardt, Riley Fisher, Darcey Turner, Brianna Rood and Kaylee Hoffman. Class of 2011 High Honor recipients with a GPA of 3.5 or higher with 20 honors points were Anastasia Hakenjos, Leighla Line, Jessica Curtis, Joseph Benedict, Coty Franklin, Garrick Hershberger, Sylvia Laymance, Karlee Mater, Cody Brumm and Ashley Shook. MV Academic Awards for four-year pins went to Jessica Coty Curtis, Franklin, Joseph Benedict, Leighla Line, Anastasia Hakenjos; three-year pin, Garrick Hershberger; twoyear pin, Sylvia Laymance; and one-year pin, Alissa Mater. First year recipients received a letter, and they were Darcey Turner, Danielle Milligan, Lauren Ewing, Ashley Shook and Alexander Hicks. Senior Scholars based on an ACT score of 26 or high­ er and a GPA of 3.6 or high­ er were Jessica Curtis, Coty Franklin, Leighla Line, Anastasia Hakenjos and Garrick Hershberger. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. tie tie ediooipeon conies io a dose roe ofGrace C/ianciiManiioedendounappreciaiion io oanedaadorsfrtieirinrestireniin tie nerdgeneration roti/continue tipoopandpadneccoitii poa tiposctieifin^uence tie ties ofkid in oarconvnaniip Teach children how they should live, and they will remember it all their life. Proverbs 22:6 (GNT) �Page 4 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 21,2011 Merton E. Gould Charles C. Reese, Jr. NASHVILLE, MI Charles C. Reese, Jr., of Nashville, died peacefully at home May 13, 2011. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends. Charles was bom January 24, 1950 in Hastings, to Charles and Ina Reese. He was a longtime employee at Magna Donnelly in Alto, a very loving husband, father, grandfather, and uncle with an amazing sense of humor. Surviving are his mother, Ina Reese; sisters, Peggy Jaeger, Linda Miller, Ina Baker; wife, Jackie Reese; sons and daughters-in-law, Travis Reese, Edward and Mona Reese, Charles and Michele Reese, Robert and Lisa Reese; and his daughter, Brenda and Jeff Wells; Margaret (Maggie) E. Aspinall NASHVILLE, MI Margaret "Maggie" E. Aspinall, age 78, of Nashville, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Monday, May 16,2011. She was bom in Hastings, the daughter of Earl and Quma (Miller) Smith, who have preceded her in death. Maggie was married for 32 years to Carl W. Aspinall, who passed away in 1983. Maggie was a bus driver for Maple Valley Schools for 25 years. She enjoyed knit­ missed, but she leaves her ting, crocheting, and putting legacy of unconditional love puzzles together, but spoiling to all her family and friends and spending time with her who are left behind. grandchildren was her Maggie is survived by her favorite pastime. Maggie daughters, Margo (Robert) Aspinall will be greatly Miller and Carla (Paul) Home Cooking at its best! Jack & Judy’s Country Kettle Cafe WE WILL BE OPEN MEMORIAL WEEKEND Our Regular Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Serving all your favorite HOME COOKED MEALS COME JOIN US! Nashville's friendly family restaurant with family prices 113 N. Main Street, Nashville PHONE 517-852-9700 HOURS: Open 7 Days A Week 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Our Family Serving Yours • Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 TS- (517)852-9712 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager 06735378 Britney grandchildren, Britney, Andreana, and Brandon, Reese, Alisha and Jasmin,, Shelby, Sarah, Tiffany and Taylor Reese; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Reese and grandsons, Devin and Tyler Reese. Services will be held Saturday, May 21, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Lakeside Cemetery in Lake Odessa. Memorial contributions can be sent to his wife at 6405 Thomapple Lake Rd., Lot 236, Nashville, MI 49073. NASHVILLE, MI Merton E. Gould, 84, of Nashville, died Tuesday, May 17,2011. Mr. Gould was bom June 8, 1926 in Lansing, the son of Merle and Ema (Steinman) Gould. He was a WWII Navy veteran. Mr. Gould was a design engineer for Ford Motor Company before retiring in 1985. Merton and his family enjoyed many Ford Caravan trips on many monthly with the Ford Engineering Trailer Club traveling around the Traverse City; 13 grandchil­ country. Mr. Gould spent most of dren; one great grandchild his time on the farm after and sister, Carolyn Duncan retirement tinkering with his ofNC. Memorial services will be garden and vegetables. He enjoyed woodworking and held at a later date. If desired, memorial con­ could repair just about any­ thing. Mr. Gould was very tributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice proud of his family. He is survived by his wife House. Online condolences may of 64 years, Carolyn; son, Don (Elizabeth) Gould of be made at www.pray Raleigh, NC; daughters, funeral.com. Arrangements Rheanne (Steve) Hanson of by Pray Funeral Home, Holt, Susan (Michael) Charlotte, ML Chatterton of Westland and Sandra (John) Hill of Stephen “Doc” E. Summers VERMONTVILLE, MI Stephen "Doc" E. Summers, age 66, of Vermontville passed away on Friday, May 13, 2011. His strength of character became evident when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He never complained but simply stated France; and one sister, "It is what it is and we just Vivian (Jerry) Neimeyer and have to deal with it." many nieces and nephews. Steve was bom in Lansing Her son, Linden (Luanne) on June 3, 1944, the fourth Aspinall preceded her in child of Edward and Ruth death in 2010. Ann (Barnard) Summers. He Maggie was a grandmoth-was raised in the farming er to Nick (Mindy) Burpee, communities of Portland and Lance (Jenny) Burpee, Sunfield and graduated from Krista Miller, Branden Sunfield High School in Miller, Darius France, 1962. He then enlisted in the Stephanie (Frank) Pullen, Army and spent most of his Jeff (Alexa) Aspinall, and military career in Germany. John Aspinall. She was a Steve married a Sunfield grandmother great to High School classmate, Jackson and Brooklyn Sharon Hough, on December Burpee, Audrey and Cayden 10, 1965 and was blessed Burpee, Zachary Pullen, and with three daughters, Teresa, Isiah Aspinall. Deborah, and Marie. Her main focus in life has Steve advocated for the always been her family and protection of his country and friends; and the family will its citizens’ individual rights welcomed them all Friday, his entire life. This is clearly May 20, 2011 at the Daniels shown by the following list Funeral Home in Nashville, of organizations of which he where a memorial service was part during his lifetime: was held with Lance Burpee Free and Accepted Masons officiating. Interment took of Michigan - Mulliken place immediately following Lodge, Rite Scottish the memorial service at Freemasons - Valley of Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Grand Rapids, Saladin Afterward everyone was Shriners - Grand Rapids, invited to a luncheon at the Order of Eastern Star VFW in Nashville. Mulliken, American Legion Memorial contributions - Vermontville, American can be made to the family of Legion Riders Grand Maggie E. Aspinall. Please Ledge Post, Sunfield Area visit our website at SPYs (Sponsored Programs www.danielsfuneralhome.ne for Youth), Harley Owners’ t for further details. Group, American Motorcycle Association, Abate of Michigan, National Rifle Association, and Fraternal Order of Eagles Call 945-9554 Woodland Aerie. Steve enjoyed playing any time for golf, working on his HarleyDavidson golf cart, personal­ classified ads izing his garage and shed, and riding his HarleyDavidson motorcycle. He often mentioned that his rides were about the journey more than the destination. I believe his life reflected the same. He valued the many friends he met along the way. He enjoyed the freedom of the road. Steve is survived by his wife, Sharon; his three daughters, Teresa Summers, Deborah (Michael) Sipperly, Marie Hillard; four grand­ children, Dallas Hight, Summer Hight, Levi Hillard, Samantha Hillard; two step­ grandchildren, Jacob Sipperly and Philip Sipperly; six siblings, Sue (Howard) Holloway, Tom Summers, Frances Dillard, Catherine (Robert) Brown, Richard (Kathryn) Summers, and Marjorie (Lyle) Witt. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Rachel Speck. Funeral services were held at the Sunfield United Brethren Church on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 with Minister John Bailey of Charlotte Church of Christ officiating. Services includ­ ed both Masonic Rites and Military Honors. Donations: Sunfield Area SPY’s (Sponsored Programs for Youth), Great Lakes Home Health & Hospice, C/O RFH, PO Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.legacy.com The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. Elaine Marie Metz NASHVILLE, MI - Elaine Marie Metz, age 68, of Nashvilld, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2011 in Payson, AZ. She was bom January 2, 1943 in Nashville, the daughter of Keith and Ruby Ball, wife of Roger Metz. Surviving is her husband, Roger Metz; mother, Ruby Ball; brother, Robert Ball; sister, Sandra Cook; son, Don and Jo Anne Metz; daughter, Cindy and Jerry Chaffee; son, Keith and Jone Metz; daughter, Michele and Rob Price; and grandchildren, Sarah and Jessica J) Chaffee, Chantel Metz, Kyden Jordan, Janea Jordan, and Jasmine Hernandez. If you see this C.N.A. ’ Thomapple Manor or at the V.F.W. in Nashville wish SHA.WOV Happy 35th Birthday on May 22 you* Mom, Dad, Ben Dayton �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 5 Eaton County offering free boating safety classes The Eaton County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting free boating safety classes from 6 to 8 p.m. May 16, 18, 20, 31; June 1, 2, 13, 14, 16,27, 29, and 30. Classes will be held in the sheriff’s office training room, 1025 Independence Blvd., Charlotte. This is a course for all boaters, including personal watercraft operators, hunters or fishermen operating an outboard utility boat, skip­ pers of family ski boats and sailing enthusiast. All boaters must follow the same nautical rules, regulations and courtesies of the water and are subject to the same forces of nature while boat- ing. Experienced boaters will provide instruction as a pub­ lic service. While the con­ tent of the student manual serves as the basis for this course, it will also serve as a reference book in basic boat­ ing after the course work is complete. The course meets the edu- cational standards of the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, and features a final examina­ tion, as required by Michigan law. The course is of value to all members ofboating fami­ lies. The Place to Gofor Professional Stylin MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday * S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. F “ 'j i IHOMSTO VNf NOW " ► SMOKE L FREE vv JLUMBER & HARDWARE taM Cafe For 1 desire steadfast love and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God, rather than burnt offerings. 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumber.com 202 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-8 pm °v/ J/ 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD ©Mi A nrn y W Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! Jack & Judy's 113 N. Main. Nashville (517) 852-9700 Country Kettle Cafe rtlkt Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! f f l WOLEVER’S REA LTO R’ REALTOR’ Real Estate 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 pharmacyregular hours • Mon-Frl 9-6 • Sat 9-1 HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm Elsie E. Wolever lAaple Valley R.S.V. Hosea 6:6 219 N. Main • Nashville What Is a Prophet? 517.852.0*45 • toll free 877.852.2601 • fax 517.852.0461 www.maplevalleyrx.com The concept of the prophet has changed considerably over the millennia Prophets are usually thought of in the popular imagination as mouthpieces of God, people like Moses who spoke to God face to face and then delivered His message. Apart from Moses, however, Israel's prophets were usually not depicted as having actually seen God. The later Old Testament prophets, such as Isaiah and Hosea, are not just messengers of God, but also great symbolic portrayers of God's relationship to Israel. Consider how God directs Hosea to many the harlot Gomer to symbolize Israel's faithlessness to God. After Old Testament times, it is tempting to think that there are no more prophets, or that after Jesus, somehow there is nothing left for God to reveal. But, Paul speaks of those who have the gift of prophecy on numerous occasions, and so it is clear that at least until the time shortly after Jesus' death, there were prophets and prophecies. But even if God has revealed his essential message completely, the world continues to change, and so, changing circumstances require prophets who can apply the word of God to current circumstances. God does not change, but since the world changes, we need to adjust his message to fit our world. iftVP tfte Deail counter massage therapy AU That Glitters Full Service Floral & Vintage jewelry FLOWERS, PLANTS, BALLOONS & GIFTS for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! Delivery Available • We Rent Tuxes 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9224 * 517-852-1691 CINDY HEINSEN, OWNER dial Cbfe Wk Bttf. IjiaWitaW jtsn mU©^ BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH UCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-269-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 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 96j7 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service........................ 9 a.m. Sunday School............... 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 w. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family .Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-652-1580 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................. 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sunday S ool Sun: 9:00 8593 Cloverdale Road 10: 00 Church S vice (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 11: 00 Fellowship MAPLE GROVE B IBLE CHURCH PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration... 9 & 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org Sunday School............................... 10 A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY . QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . M-79 West NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School............................ 9:45 a A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service........ .................... 6 Wed. Service ..... .......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE Sunday Schoo Worship........... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . 2415 McCann Road GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday, 12:30 p.m. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR NANCY BITTERLING At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Sunday Services: ................ 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ........... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517)852-9154 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER RICHARD ALTINE A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 06735433 �Page 6 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 21,2011 SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menn Monday, May 23 Ham and cheese sand., SunChips, mixed vegetables, raisins. Tuesday, May 24 Cheeseburger, Smile pota­ toes, pears, Jell-o cake. Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, peanut but­ ter and jelly sandwich. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.30/ 300 reduced; Lunch price: $1.90/ 400 reduced.; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: 450. Wednesday, May 25 Cheese omelet w/sausage, biscuit, potato wedge, cinn. applesauce. Thursday, May 26 French bread pizza, tossed salad, P/A & man. orgs., cookie. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, May 23 Beef and noodles, mashed potatoes/gravy, peaches. Potato bar. Friday, May 27 Tuesday, May 24 Sack Lunch Day. Hot Potcket, fresh carrots, apple slices, Elfin Grahams. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut but­ ter and jelly sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Sloppy Joes, chips, celery w/p.butter, pineapple. Mexican bar. II——. \Wk? Wednesday, May 25 Chicken tenders, scalloped potatoes, fruit cocktail. Asian bar. AINl \rZX3 IlA nNin DuQu Cu An Pr IIMIN C<7 Friday, May 27 Double Dogs, onion rings, P/A and Man. oranges, Pasta bar. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45/ 300 reduced; Lunch price: $2.25$2.50/400 reduced; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: 450. 5715 South M-66, Nashville 517-852-1864 u aH°u«= GARDEN CENTER pex Thursday, May 26 Quesadilla, spinach dip, cinn. applesauce. Subway or chef salad bar. Bnn Mon. - Sat. 9.00 - 6..00 EwingLandscaping@yahoo.com ANNUALS! FLATS • 4" & 5" POTS VEGETABLES HERBS PERENNIALS WIDE VARIETY SHRUBS-SUN/SHADE TREES MAPLES • CRAB APPLES FLOWERING PEARS • BIRCH • OAK FRUIT TREES BLUEBERRIES • RASPBERRIES • RHUBARB MULCH ... RED, BROWN, GOLD, CEDAR & NATURAL Maple Valley band awards given Thursday, May 12, mem­ bers of the Maple Valley jun­ ior and senior high school bands held their annual band awards ceremony. Numbers were down and Director Dennis Vanderhoef explained to the attendees that there were many factors contributing to the lowerthan-average numbers. Rescheduling of sporting events due to weather condi­ tions, sixth grade camp and rehearsals for The Revue were mentioned. Certificates of appreciation from the band members were Eric Scott and Jessica Curtis are each presented with scholarships for $500. given to the band boosters for their ongoing support. The boosters have helped keep music programs going in a time of budget cuts. Sixth grade band members will receive their awards at a later date. Junior high participants received certificates of appreciation. Freshmen, foreign exchange students and firstKenny Christopher year students received their receives a Most Improved varsity letters and a pin. Award. Sophomores and juniors beans, bread. applesauce, wheat Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Friendship Sites Congregate Menu Monday, May 23 Cheddar cheese, com and black bean salad, applesauce, club crackers. Hawaiian chicken, wild rice, tossed salad, Capri blend vegetables, jello with fruit. Cottage cheese, kidney bean salad, tropical fruit, lemon bar. Wednesday, May 25 Thursday, May 26 Tuesday, May 24 Friday, May 27 Swedish meatballs, noo­ dles and gravy, com, glazed baby carrots, sliced peaches. Sliced turkey and Swiss cheese, broccoli raisin salad, diced peaches, wheat bread. Wednesday, May 25 Sliced ham, sweet pota­ toes, Brussels sprouts, pineapple, combread. Home Delivered Hearty Menu Monday, May 23 Thursday, May 26 Hawaiian chicken, wild rice, cauliflower, peas, straw­ berry applesauce. Goulash, tossed salad, com, orange, garlic bread. Friday, May 27 Tuesday, May 24 Liver and onions, mashed potatoes and gravy, Capri blend vegetables, sliced peaches, dinner roll. Swedish meatballs, noo­ dles and gravy, com, glazed carrots, diced peaches. Home Delivered Cold Menu Monday, May 23 Wednesday, May 25 Sliced ham, sweet pota­ toes, Brussels sprouts, pineapple, wheat bread. Thursday, May 26 Italian pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, apricots, crack­ ers. Goulash, peas and carrots, green beans, orange. Tuesday, May 24 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, Capri Chicken salad, baked Friday, May 27 The Art Stewart Recognition Night Tuesday, May 24 at the Maplewood Baseball Field in between the MV varsity ball games, approximately 5:30 BLACK DIRT • SCREENED TOP SOIL COMPOST GRADUATION OPEN HOUSE - CALL FOR A FREE LANDSCAPE ESTIMATE FREE URN PLANTING - PRE-ORDER URNS, SELECT & PURCHASE PLANTS AND WE’LL DO THE DIRTY WORK! Please come help us recognize thisformer Maple Valley All State athlete. We will be honoring his All State awards as well as career and achievements, one ofwhich is being a part ofthe Maple Valley 1975 State Runners Up Team! Art is now battling ALS/Lou Gehrigs Disease, but in the true “Art Stewart” form, he’s doing it with the courage and dignity that is a testimony to us all. We would love to see as many former teammates ofArt’s there as well as fans, family and friends. Please help us in getting the word out! received pins. Seniors were given fleece blankets from the boosters. The Most Improved Award for seventh grade went to Wyatt Ledford; eighth grade, Tyler Hull; and freshman, Kenny Christopher. Leigla Line received the Most Valuable Award. Two $500 scholarships were awarded to seniors Eric Scott and Jessica Curtis. A dessert reception followed. blend vegetables, fruit, bread pudding. mixed Activities Calendar Monday, May 23 - Hastings - Music with Sam 10:30 a.m.; BYOG 10 a.m.; Card Making 10 a.m.; Painting with Bob 1 p.m.; Kinship Support 6:30 p.m. Family RC. Delton - Legal Aid. Tuesday, May 24 - Hast­ ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Play Wii 10:30 a.m. GL - Cards 10:30-12:30 Wednesday, May 25 - Hastings Music; Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Red Hat - Hog Creek 9 a.m.. Delton - Birthday Party; Reminiscence. Thursday, May 26 - Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with Celia 10:30 a.m.; Beading 5 p.m. Zumba 5:30 p.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville Senior Brigade speaker 11 a.m. Friday, May 27 - Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.m. Nashville - Bingo. Woodland - Visiting. �Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 7 Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation Recipients 1987 - 2010 - Martin Dawson - Ken Buschee - Dorothy Jean Butrick - Trudy Marie Dingman - Annette Powers 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 - William Smith - Bill Dean - Julie Anne Orman - Annette Powers - Roger Claypool - Nicole Kipp - Lynette Thompson - Ryan Warner - Cevin Cornish - Derek Brown - Sheryl Finkler - Travis Hokanson - Lisa Long - Dawn Othmer Jason Carpenter - Sara DeGroot - Michelle Heaton - Deanna Hopkins - Matt Nehmer - Jeremy Reynolds - Jacob Williams - Bryan Carpenter - Tony Hansen - Carl Muzurek - Kyle Neff - Jennifer Phenix - Karen Price - Susan Simpson - Cheri Sessions - William Rooks - Spring Javor - Michael Kuempel - Rudy Othmer - Alicia Golovich - Linette Snyder June Jackson - Jeff Burpee - Kori Armour - Tim Priddy 1995 - Brandy Wawiemia - Kristy Smith - Donita Aseltine - Allison Burpee - Keith Carpenter - Travis Graham Angela Gardner - Amanda Greenman - Denise Scramlin - Andrew Cole 1996 - Pete Kellepourey - Kyle Booher - Foye Pierce - Jessica Fowley - Justine Quick - Andy Gordon Chad Rogers - Brian Hopkins - Jacob Snow - Crystal Hubka - Becky Vedder 1997 - Stacey Balko - Jennifer Gardner - Misty Haley - Jeffrey James - Dan Leep - Angela Rumsey - Marin Smith Heidi Vedder - Hannah Wieland - Joy Stine - Kevin Conkey - Roxanne Guernsey - Kevin Hansen Richard Krebs - Jim Mitchell - Carla Shook - Nicholas Thompson - Melanie Wendorf - Lucas Willcutt - 1998 - Jeremy Campbell - Lezlie Hay - Trevor Wawiemia - Tomi Sealy Amanda Finkler - Ricky Fowler Joheather Grant - Jason Grasman Melissa Kirwin - Dustin London Megann Patrick - Mandy Pierce Tia Poll - Milissa Scripter Jessica Smith - Loma Symonds David Taylor - Dawn VanderVlucht Nicole Wilson - Elaine Cook Daniel Leep - Sarah Leep Jaclyn Mudrey - Gabriel Priddy Janel Hansen Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation Invites you to help celebrate its Anniversary Saturday, June 18, 2011 - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (During the Nashville Car Show) on the Putnam District Library lawn in Nashville. You may meet and greet some of our: 570 Scholarship Recipients, 179 Founders, 23 Board of Directors. Also, friends, families and funders who value education and our youth. 2^2 to see you tAeir/ 1999 - Kevin Aspinall - Christina DesrochersHeide Eberly - Daniel Vavre Shawn Graham - Trent Graham Leslie Grant - Jonessa Hammonds Carrie Hardin - Erica Krolik Andrea Mace - Melissa Mansfield Penelopi Stoertz - Craig McDougal Jack Owens - Melissa Patterson Brandon Phenix - Andrea Phillips Thomas Powers - Erin Hokanson Bethany Poyer - Amber Shilling Joseph Stadel - Aaron Trelor Scott VanEngen - Sara Hughes MVMSF Box 715 Nashville, Ml 49073 Terilyn Vanorder - Jessica Lesage - Kimberly Knoll - April McCallum - Leah Smith - Craig Harvey - Michelle Jewell Rebecca Wilson - Cyrus Brandenburg - Jessica Dunham - Ryan Embrick - Lauren Hansbarger - Nicole Hoffman Brooke Joppie - Kyle Kines - Brett Lancaster - Jamie Little - Cassady Murphy - Jeff Robotham - Tamar Sanodze Kristina Sealy - Alixis Smith - Richard Smith - Hayley Todd - Jeremy Campbell - Sarah Irish - Dustin London - Kristen Frith 2001 - Jason Abfalter - Jennifer Clements - Andy Ewing - Joann Jackson - Kristina Lamb - Jessica Pierce - Christine Smith 2002 - Bethany Adams - Christopher Andrews - Samantha Curtis - Miranda Farr - Jason Graham - Rebecca Guernsey - Kenneth Hayes Michael Hill - Jason Hoffman - Brandon Hopkins - Christina Jackson - Nathaniel Jarvie - Nicholas Jones - Daniel Mace Megan McCauley - Derek Musser - John Parish - Autum Pierce - Angela Rollins - David Rumsey - Rebecca Scripter - Justin SealyJason Silsbee - Diana Speck - Helen-Lizzie Sundrla - Bethany Swift - Darin Thrun - Alesia VanEngen - Camille Wieland Jeremy Wiser - Jason Abfalter - Corin Swartz 2003 - Jason Abfalter - Jessica Cowell - Kari Emerick - Ashley Gordeneer - Jessica Hummel - Stacey Mason - Michael Mead Meaghan Pierce - Krystal Root - Kate Spears - Richard Wilson - Rachel Brandenburg - Chad Croff - Holly Forest - Trent Gordenski Tina-Elizabeth Lincoln - Samantha Mater - Elizabeth Mulvany - Carla Rasey - Cameron Smith - Jeffrey Taylor Robert Woodmansee - Matthew Brumm - Jonathan Denton - Taran -Godbey - Joshua Grasman - Jessica Mansfield - Colin Mclean Melissa Nisse - Dawn Rhoades - Eric Smith - Krysten Vanderhoef 2004 - Penny Curtis - Joel Drallette - Nicholas Ewing - Megan Garvey - Elisha Gibson - Megan Halliwill - Heather Harris Jamie Hayes - Stephanie Joostbems - Micah Keasler - Kristina McCallum - Kyle Musser - Christi O’Dell - Megan Putnam Joshua Rice - Derek Ripley - Chayla Robles - Nicole Rucinski - Benjamin Smith - Chase Walden - Muriel Wielan - Kelly Wilson Laci Wolever - Stacy Shiffer - Bernard Garvey - Lindsay Pettengill - Rex-Ann RaseyMatthew Thome - Christian Allwardt Jacob Cole - Michael Hamilton II - Rosemary Jarrard - Jennifer Mansfield - Christina Racine - Stacy Shepperly - Timothy WawiemiaBrian Burt - Christy Cook - Clay Huff - Carissa Keasler - Amber Newton - Amy Reid - Philicia West - Adam Watson - Marc Bush Davis Brumm - Jessica Hummel - Timothy Kienutske - Torri Newton - Jeff Rhoades - Tim Rumsey - Chad Spears 2005 - Amy Abbott - Jason Beardslee - Benjamin Boss - Elizabeth Clements - Matthew Conklin - Rachel Croff - Rochelle Currier - Robert Decker Krista Driksna - Kelsey Elliston - Candace Ferrier - Andrew Gaber - Megan Garvey - Tara Gordenski - Lisa Hamilton - Erin Hummel Dustin Jones - Amanda Ketchum - Leaha LaBine - Jessica Lawless - Jessica McMillen - Amanda Mead - Jasmine Miller Harold-Paul Morgan - Matthew Norton - Wendy R. Pifer - Rex - Ann Rasey - Tessa Robles - Kyndra Root - Heather Ruffner Kailey Smith - Andrea Szymanski - Shawna Tevelde - Tiffany Thomas - Darin Thrun 2006 - Fawn Allwardt - David Benedict - Keyleigh Browne - Kimberly Craven - Brian Benedict - Nicholas Croff - Jenna Denton - Amber Edinger Briana Ferrier - Megan Garvey - Matthew Gordeneer - - Ashley Jarmen - Melissa Jewell - Drew Kersjes - Amanda Kirchhoff Keith Lackscheide - Alison Oleson - Samantha Pierce - Whitney Shilton - Bryan Theisen - Dhanielle Tobias - Laura Trumble Sarah Trumble - Sarah Vanderhoef - Garrett VanEngen\ - Kelsey West - Kelly Wilson - Amanda Wright 2007 - Dusty Stanley - Alexandria Ancona - Kirsten Benit - Olivia Blakely - Trisha Carney - Jessica Chaffee - Nicole Davis - Christy Dietrick Amanda Feighner - Alisha Felmlee - Adam Foster - Meghan Gaber - Breann Gardner - Amber Hamilton - Samantha Hodack - Creedence Hoffman - Erika Hummell - Kristen Hummel - Mary Jewell - Lucas Knox - Seth Madry - Alaina Mater - Rachel McCaul - Darcy Meade Patrick Mulvany - Kyle Pash - Victoria Rhodes - Kayla Rodriguez - Hillary Ruffner - Chelsea Shoemaker - Evan Smith - Kyle Staines Olivia Tabor - Desiree Thomas - April Tomich - Felicia Tomich - Mackenzie Visger - Eric Westendorp - Sarah Williams - Max Wilson Jessica Winegar - Lisa Hamilton - Drew Kersjes - Keith Lackscheide - Matthew Norton - Laura Trumble - Kelly Wilson 2008 Daniel Benedict - Mercedes Bemheisel - Markelle Brumm - Anthony Corwin - Jennifer Curtis - Emily Eldred - Ashley Gonser - Nathan Hale Nicholas Hulsebos - Karissa Kellogg - Ryan Lennox - Lauren Pierce - Kenneth Quick - Adam Smith - Amy Tobias - Jedidiah Wieland Moriah Young - Danielle Christensen - Joshua Norton - Kreshel Reid - Jacob Furlong - Christopher Earl - Ryan Schroder - Robert Caldwell Joshua Sams - Quentin Lesage - Britiney Stambaugh - Amber Cantrell - Kory Starks - Ethan B. Cheeseman - Samantha Nicole Lee Trisha Carney - Mary Jewell - Kirsten Benit - Meghan Gaber - Matthew Gordeneer - Lisa Hamilton - Samantha Hodack - Lucas Knox 2009 - Mercedes Ann Smith - Tyra Curth - Catalina Mata - Sara Pena - Joshua Fulford - Justin Kennedy - Nick Smith - Ashley Zander MacKensye Ancona - Stacey Fassett - Sara Fletcher - Jeff Burd - Kyle Fisher - Lanae Shade - Dusty Cowell - Brooke Bracy Holly Rathbum - Brianna Misiewicz - Aleena Hamilton - Brooke Davis - Olivia Sprague - Austin Tabor - Jennifer Schrump Ashleigh Penny - Emily Hosmer - Kayla Chapman - Mallorie Densmore - William Russell - Emily Dietrick - Mary Jewell Kreshel Reid - Jacob Furlong - Matt Gordoneer - Dustin Jones - Keith Lackscheide - Ryan Schroder - Megan Putnam Smith Daniel Benedict - David Benedict - Megan Gaber - Allison Oleson - Sara Trumble 2010 - Rikki McMellen - Lauren Trumble - Brittany Westendorp - James Saman - Evie Bromley - Zac Eddy - Lydia Richards - Matthew TurnerChelsea Khouri - Levi Westendorp - Ross Smith - Martin Shilton - Kaytlin Furlong - Terri Hurosky - Kyle Bums - Jesse DeCamp Jordan DeCamp - Cody Hale\ - Tyler Blodgett - Tina Westendorp - Lizzie Smith\ - Leila Dean - Josh Hall - Lanne' Matheson - Kayla Shaw Elizabeth Stewart - Kirt Petersen - Ayla Kranz - Brandon Cosgrove Vicki Casteel - Hannah Gardner - Stephanie Courtney Jorden Beachnau - Mary Jewell - Kreshel Reid - Amy Abbott - Kyle Fisher - Tyra Curth - Doug Kelsey 2000 - 06749874 �Page 8 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 21, 2011 Memories of the Past Staups barbered in Nashville for over 75 years facility, tub, soap and hot water were offered for a modest fee. Pearl A. Staup, a native of Lenawee County, learned the There was a time when barbering trade at Blissfield barbering was a prime and opened his first shop at southeast of Nashville business. In a Palmyra, 1926-27 Barry County direc­ Adrian, about 1897. In 1898, tory published by O.L. he and the former Ethel Blodgett & Company of Appleman ofNashville were Lansing, four barbershops married and soon relocated are listed in Nashville. They here. The Staup family grew. were out-numbered only by five garages and seven retail Pearl and Ethel had seven groceries (several of the lat­ children; five boys and two ter were double-listed under girls. In time, son Ernest dry foods, ready-to-wear or LaVeme “Vem” followed in his father’s footsteps. shoe dealers.) “When I started barbering “When I started barbering, there were five shops here,” in 1926, shaves were 15 recalled Vem Staup, who cents and haircuts were 25 retired in 1976 after 50 years cents,” recalled Vem. “The service. “And those five biggest percent of business shops employed nine bar­ in those days was shaves.” bers.” Most men would get At that time, there was shaved once or twice a week, Caleb “Cap” Sprague, who remembered Vem. “But had J. Robert Smith working some farmers never shaved for him; Frank and John all winter long and would Purchis; Dell Squires who come in, in the spring, for a had a shop in the old “dug shave.” out” on the northeast comer When Pearl started barberat Main and Sherman; Arthur ing before the turn of the Appleman and Dale Navue, century, shaves were only a who teamed up in a tiny dime and haircuts cost 15 Main Street shop later taken cents. In those days, regular over by Vem Staup; and, of customers would bring in course, Vem and his father, their own engraved china Pearl. At Sprague’s shop in shaving mugs to be left in the the early days, according to barbershop. the directory, a “bath room” “I wish I had some of also was available. In that those mugs now,” reflected This Memories ofthe Past column by Susan Hinckley first appeared in the May 12, 1981, Maple Valley News. Vem, who recalled seeing rows of them lining shelves of his father’s shop. The practice of bringing individ­ ual mugs “was not done so much when I started barbering in the twenties.” The late Leo Herrick of Nashville, writing a remem­ brance of early times for publication in the Nashville News in 1961, reflected on china shaving mugs and on mustache cups sold at all department stores of that era. “These particular china cups had a bridge across the top to keep the mustache out ofthe coffee while drinking,” explained Herrick. “There were even left-handed cups. These cups are all collector’s items nowadays, of course.” Herrick noted that in those days there were beards galore, since they were sup­ posed to be a sign of mascu­ line strength. “But usually some part of the face had to be shaved,” added Herrick. He wrote that some men went in for big, fancy mus­ taches while others had no mustaches but sported Vandykes (a short, pointed beard). Others would just have chin whiskers, while others wore goatees to go with their mustaches. “A barber really had to work to earn a dime,” con­ cluded Herrick. “Electric When Vem Staup retired in 1976, he ended a 50-year career in which he had cut hair for five generations of In this 1949 photo, Vem some local families. The Staup family barbering Staup stands in front of the spanned a period of more than 75 years in Nashville. In shop at 230 Main St., the this chair in this 1974 photo is Vern’s granddaughter former Appelman-Navue Shana Hamel, 7 months, daughter of Lou and Anne location he purchased in (Staup) Hamel. 1940. The tiny building, razors were not even invent­ now razed, that was located now housing Sewing Bee ed at that time, and anyone just north of the old “dug Fabrics, was Nashville’s who used a safety razor was out.” There, Pearl Staup first bank, Vern took up offered candy and cigars for barbering in 1926, as an considered a sissy.” Vem Staup recalled that sale, along with his barber- apprentice in his father’s when his father barbered ing skills. shop. “I can still see that show­ here for Cap Sprague early in his career, he was making $9 case of candy,” reminisced shop. “Back then, barbers made Vem. a week. The Nashville News com­ house calls on weekends,” “Then he went into busi­ ness for himself in the mented on Staup’s business laughed Vem. “We went to Mallory building and made relocation in April 1907: hospitals, nursing homes and $19 the first week,” said “Pearl is a good barber and occasionally to private we bespeak for him a liberal homes to cut hair for folks Vem. At the time Pearl Staup patronage. He will add a line who couldn’t come into the shop.” was located in the Mallory of cigars and tobacco.” Pearl Staup was a smallIn Herrick’s writing of Block (the brick building just south of today’s [1981] statured man but “ambitious early times, he noted that, “A Johnson Furniture store), for the size of him,” remem­ woman would never think of attorney Arthur Kidder had bered his son. From age 3, entering a barbershop. In offices in the rear of the first when he jumped off a table fact, she wouldn’t even look floor. In later years, the and permanently injured his towards one. Except to take a upper floor served as quar­ hip, Pearl had gotten around sly peek now and then.” ters for tailor John Greene. on crutches. However, Vem said that Vem said his father bar“Nowadays, they would both he and his father cut bered in a frame building have ways to correct that women’s hair and some that sat on the present-day [injury],” said Vern, who women regularly came into site of the Gribben Block added that his father could the shop. (now Nashville Hardware) “go faster on crutches than I “There weren’t so many before that structure was could walk.” beauty parlors around then,” erected about 1908. But the When barbering, Pearl noted Vem. location Vem recalled from was able to stand without Barbershops did tend to be his boyhood is a building, cratches by bracing himself primarily a man’s domain, against the barber chair. though, serving as a social Pearl retired in 1938, after center for passing the time of more than 40 years as a day. Early shops often fea­ Nashville barber. Vem, who tured comfortable wooden had begun learning his trade armchairs clustered around a in October 1926 in his pot-bellied stove. father’s shop, changed busi­ In time, the number of ness locations in 1940 when barbers in Nashville he purchased the former decreased, reflecting a Appelman-Navue shop just change in trends and an era south of the McDerby Block when more men shaved at on the east side of Main home. Street. (1981 note: This tiny Vem closed his shop in shop which now houses 1976 and retired, drawing to Sewing Bee Fabrics, began an end more than three-quar­ its career as Nashville’s first ters of a century ofbarbering bank, a privately owned con­ by Staups in Nashville. cern organized in the 1870s (Vern Staup died Oct. 22, and operated by Theodore 1982, about a year and a Downing, John Barry and halfafter this story wasfirst Dan Everts.) published. He is buried at Not all of Vem’s barber- Lakeside Cemetery.) ing was done in the Staup Pearl A. Staup (third from left) started barbering in Nashville in 1898 and except for about three years at Palmyra, worked here until his retirement in 1938, when son Vern took over. Pearl had shops in various Main Street locations, including this former Al Rasey barbershop on present-day [1981] site of the new addition to Castleton Township Hall. Others in this circa-1908 photo are unidentified. The signpost once advertised baths a common facility in early barbershops. Among other early local barbers were Cap Sprague and Frank Purchis Nashville once had five shops employing a total of nine barbers. GET THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. �Just Say -As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 21, 2011 - Page 9 J Looking For a -ad PRINTER? Graphics full service from start to finish The area's most complete printing facility Call one ofour sales professionals today! ONE-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING • Steve Skedgell • Steve Steward Tty our new advancedphoto processing system using the latest in digital technology providingyou with the highest quality reproduction possible. • Jennie Yonker • Bruce Fuller • Fred Jacobs • Brian Rayner- Charlotte Litho • Jonathan Jacobs- Lowell Litho SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! • • • • • • • • • • • Letterheads Business Cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber Stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers Invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons Calendars Catalogs PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. 1 Hour or Next Day Processing • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINTING • INVITATIONS & MORE Conveniently located near you! J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus Charlotte Litho 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 144 s. Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (269) 945-5078 Fax (269) 945-5192 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Marshall Printing Plus Lowell Litho COMPLETE BINDERY 514 S. Kalamazoo Avenue Marshall, Michigan 49068 WEB AND SHEETFED OFFSET PRINTING (269) 727-0091 Fax (269) 727-0090 105 N. Broadway St. Lowell, Ml 49331 (616) 897-9261 FOX (616) 897-4809 �Page 10 — Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 21,2011 Art Stewart to be honored Tuesday by Shari Carney Staff Writer Tuesday, May 24, Art Stewart will be acknowledged for his many accomplishments. The special recognition will be held at the Maplewood baseball field, between the varsity ball games against Pennfield at approximately 5:30 p.m. “In true Art style, he doesn’t understand why he is deserving of this,” said Kathy Hansbarger, friend and event coordinator. In his earlier years Stewart competed in baseball as part of the Maple Valley 1975 team that achieved a state runner-up title. Today, he is battling an opponent of another kind. In the summer of 2009, Stewart was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. ALS causes deterioration of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control voluntary muscle movement. Stewart is now wheel­ chair-bound and unable to speak. “He’s trapped inside him­ self. He can’t speak,” said Brenda, his wife. Stewart may not be able to speak, but Hansbarger said, “He can smile. He has a great smile.” “If I can, I get a smile out of him every day,” said Brenda. Hansbarger and Brenda have been friends since the fourth grade. Knowing that Stewart loved the Tigers, Hansbarger applied to the Tigers on behalf of Stewart for their “Dreams Come True” program. In 2010 that dream came true. Stewart was awarded a two-night stay at the MGM Grand Hotel and four tickets to a Tigers game with special parking privileges in the players lot. They received VIP treat­ ment, and the scoreboard lit up with “Art Stewart, thanks for being a fan of the Tigers.” He chose to take his wife and friends, Kathy and Doug Hansbarger. “He had always dreamed of becoming a Detroit Tiger,” said Brenda. Stewart holds several records for his ball playing abilities, including Wooden Bats All-State; first team allleague 1976; most valuable player, Maple Valley 1976; all-state player junior and senior year; named all-state teams as outfielder, and member of the 1975 state runner-up team. After his stellar high school playing career, he was scouted by the Cincinnati Reds. “At the same time that he tried out, he was offered a position with [General Motors], He chose to go with a sure thing, and made a career with GM,” said Brenda. Stewart spent 32 years at GM, retiring in 2009 upon receiving the ALS diagnosis. He loved his job and the people there. He rose to the posi­ tion of team leader supervis­ ing a group of 17, she added. “I was with him on the day he retired. Everyone was quiet as we were walking up the stairs to leave. Suddenly they all started applauding and car horns started beeping. When asked if any of his co-workers keep in touch, Brenda said, “Oh yes, they call and visit.” He attended the funeral of one of his co-workers who also had ALS. “It was very difficult for him to go but also important to him to support that friendship and see the family,” said Brenda. Married 34 years, the Stewarts have two daughters. Sarah is married to Jack Atkinson and they have three sons. Daughter Tara is mar­ ried to Chuck Walker, and she is a registered nurse. Both girls help with their dad’s care. Brenda said she and Art bowled on on the the same same league league bowled for 27 years. One ofhis goals was to bowl a 300 game. He achieved that goal, but over time, he started to realize that something was wrong. Noticing weakness in his arm, twitching and problems with his grip, he sought med­ ical advice. The first testing was for Parkinson’s disease and mul­ tiple sclerosis, since the symptoms are similar. Further testing led him to Michigan State University where he first heard “Lou Gehrig’s Disease.” He was asked if he wanted a second opinion and went to the University of Michigan, where the bleak diagnosis was confirmed. That was August of 2009. “He can’t do anything for himself,” said Brenda. “Our daughters daughters help help out out trementremendously.” “Their daughters have been awesome, and their husbands consider him a father, not a father-in-law,” said Hansbarger. Stewart’s father is suffering from Alzheimer’s and is in assisted living. His brother has dementia and also is in a special care facility. Regarding Stewart’s mother, Bessie, Brenda said, “Some days I feel sorry for myself, and then I think of her and think ofwhat a brave woman she is. Every man in her family is suffering.” Tuesday night, friends and family have the opportunity to applaud a man who is liv­ ing out his days with dignity and a smile. According to Brenda, Art’s life motto has been, “If you don’t stand for some­ thing, you’ll fall for any­ thing.” The community now has the opportunity to honor Art Stewart. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events May 21 May 22 May 23 May 24 May 24 May 25 May 25 May 25 May 30 May 31 June 1 June 1 June 1 June 2 June 4 June 5 June 6 June 7 June 9 June 11 Poultry Palooza, Clinton County. 4-H Horse Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Rabbit Showmanship Workshop, 7 p.m., Expo Center. PQA Training, 6:30 p.m., Allegan County. Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. PQA Training, 7 p.m., Eaton County Fairgrounds. PQA Training, 6:30 p.m., Maple Valley High School. Teen Leadership Club Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings. Cat fair pre-registration deadline. Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Exploration Days Orientation, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Cooking Competition pre-registration dead­ line. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. 4-H Speed Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Mandatory Poultry Meeting and Clinic, 9 a.m., Mary Guy’s Home. Young wrestlers do well in Howell The Maple Valley Youth Wrestling team had four boys wrestle in the MUSAW Greco & Freestyle State Finals at Howell High School May 14-15. . Jesse Brumm was a state champion in both Greco and Freestyle. Kayleb Venema was also a state champion in both Greco and Freestyle. Gavin Bartley was runnerup in Greco and a state champion in Freestyle. Chandler Murton was runner-up in Greco and placed 4th in Freestyle. See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, invitations and all yourprinting needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits ; N ashmedicine villi; Family 750Durkee St., Nashville, Ml Welcomes... Christina Reisinger Registered Nurse Practitioner Christina received her degree from Goshen College, Goshen, Indiana. Now Seeing New Patients Call for an appointment today 877-850-7055 - Christina Reisinger, RN MSN NP-C Take a virtual tour of Nashville Family Medicine at www.pennockhealth v com " �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 11 Art Stewart ■ chasing fly balls and the dreams of many small boys Bellevue planning Memorial Day parade This articlefirst appeared in the Maple Valley News, July 21, 1976 Bellevue American Legion Post 280 will be hosting the annual Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 30. Parade lineup will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the parade scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. A short memorial to the Navy, Coast Guard and Ever since their first Little League homer or that first spectacular defensive play, many a young boy has hopes and dreams ofbecoming a big league ballplayer. Art Stewart of Nashville hopes to make that dream a reality. Toddler Time returns to The Stewarts look through Art Stewart’s scrapbook of baseball accomplishments that his has kept since he was a Little Leaguer (from left)mother, Bessie Stewart; his girlfriend, Brenda Swift; Art and his father, Harold Stewart. utisiw WGmiihtj taMins ®i ia tj taint tSaiitlpiitailii Um w ■ ma fa dfldii Hfaoai tat 0 Voest KB-taf# fflfljteiBK UpffliW wi^ High School. He was named to the all-conference first team as a junior, when he set school records with 26 hits that year. He broke his own record this season with 28 hits. Obviously, Stewart is a good hitter, and he attributes much ofhis batting success to his father, Harold Stewart. “He used to pitch to me in Art Stewart sets his the backyard when I was just sights on a major league a young kid,” said Stewart. “Art was always a good baseball career. natural hitter,” added Harold The six-foot, 155-pound Stewart. outfielder was recently con­ Stewart also has a special tacted by Cincinatti Reds philosophy on hitting. scout Fred Hayes and was “I try to hit the first pitch invited to the team’s tryout most of the time,” he said. camp in Lansing last week. The pitcher usually throws a “The competition was good fastball right over the tough,” said Stewart, there plate.” were a lot of good ballplayers Stewart has improved there.” defensively. He made only (Stewart, 18, and a 1976 one error as a cent^fielder "Mhple Wifey High School this season, compared to five graduate, started playing Little errors his junior year. League when he was 8 years Stewart enjoys playing Cen­ old and has played baseball terfield. every summer since. He has “It’s the only position played on the Maple Valley where you have lots of room Junior League, Connie Mack, to move,” he said. “People tell American Legion and the JV me I have a good arm, but I and varsity high school teams. don’t think so. I think a lot of This year Stewart batted players can throw better than I .424, belted two homers and can.” drove in 19 runs for the Maple Ever since he first picked Valley Varsity Baseball team up a bat, baseball has been his and was named to the favorite sport. Associated Press All-State “I have always wanted to Class C first team. He also play for the Detroit Tigers,” was picked on the Tri-Central Stewart smiled. Athletic Association team and He is the son ofHarold and was voted the MVP by his Bessie Stewart, and the teammates. Stewart struck out youngest offour children. The only four times all season. other children are, Mrs. Bill Stewart hit .388, .468 and (Sally) Martin, Henry and .346, his first three seasons, Kathy. respectively, at Maple Valier “Henry played ball, too, but emorial OajFfowrs FOR THE CEMETERY FROM BARLOW FLORIST CONCRETE CEMETERY URNS FROM $45 & UP LINERS - FRESH & SILK - $20 & UP um when he got older he decided he’d rather farm and tinker with cars,” said Bessie. “The girts also liked sports. We’re a very sports-minded family.” Art Stewart has worked on the Mari-Wa Farm in Nashville and is currently employed by Charlotte Chair Company. “I’m still gonna keep trying to make a big league team,” Vermontville Township Library The batting stance that opposing pitchers have to face. he said. We’re sure he won’t mind if it’s not the Detroit Tigers. Call 945-9554 forONfads 1 Year at 1% APR 2 3 4 5 Years Years Years Years at at at at 2% 3% 4% 5% APR APR APR APR Thinking about home improvements, a special vacation or another important purchase? Loan rates at Hastings. City Bank make this a great time to move forward with those plans. This is a personal unsecured loan. ♦Annual percentage rate. Subject to credit review and approval. Rates subject to change. Automatic loan payment from a Hastings City Bank checking account with direct deposit is required to obtain these rates. Minimum loan amount is $5,000. Offer is available only on new Hastings City Bank loans. There are no processing or closing fees. Example: A $5,000 loan at 1.0% APR for 12 months would have a monthly payment of $418.92. A $5,000 loan at 2.0% APR for 24 months would have a monthly payment of $212.70. A $5,000 loan at 3.0% APR for 36 months would have a monthly payment of $145.40. A $7,500 loan at 4.0% APR for 48 months would have a monthly payment of $169.34. A $10,000 Loan at 5.0% APR for 60 months would have a monthly payment of $188.71. 109 WEST STATE ST. HASTINGS, MICHIGAN 269-945-5029 Fox 269-945-0449 bariowflorist@barlowflorist.com PREVIEW YOUR ARRANGEMENT AT WWW.BARLOWFLORIST.COM HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY TILL 6 PM • SATURDAY TIL 5:30 PM ries, songs and crafts. Toddler Time is presented by volunteers in cooperation with the Eaton County Great Starts program. For more information, call the library at 517-726-1362. Spring Loan Special! IN BARRY COUNTY Florist Toddler Time is a free lit­ eracy program offered to children from birth to 5 years of age and their care givers. The program is returning to Vermontville Township Library, Thursday, May 26, at 10 a.m. This is a change from the former Wednesday meeting and will continue on Thursdays until further notice. The program lasts about one hour and includes sto- Hastings City Bank DELIVERY TO ALL CEMETERIES & Christian Book Store Merchant seamen will be held at the north bridge. The parade will then proceed to the Riverside Cemetery for other presentations. Any group interested in participating in the parade should contact Michael Cassens at 269-763-3186. 1-888-422-2280 �Page 12 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 21,2011 Nashville treats ladies in first ‘Girls Night Out’ Tip at jail finds wanted man and meth lab Vendors greet patrons as they enjoy Nashville’s first “Girls Night Out.” Barry County Sheriff deputies received a tip at the May 12 jail that a man in Nashville had outstanding warrants and was living in an apartment on Main Street. The deputies and a Nashville officer went to the apartment where they found the man with the warrants. Noticing a white haze, the officers asked the man about it. He told them that he had a small methamphetamine lab in the bathroom. Officers cleared the apart­ ment and found a female in the bedroom. Both were arrested. Several grams of meth amphetamines were confiscated. Canine deputy finds goods in vehicle in Nashville Zumba demonstrations lure the curious in by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Friends of Putnam District Library held their first “Girls Night Out” in the village of Nashville Friday, May 6. The weather was beautiful Experienced Maintenance/ Grounds Person Needed for Property Management company in Hastings, Ml. Permanent Part-time position.$10/per hr. Must have own tools and able to be On-Call for 2 weekends per month. No phone calls please. Qualified candidates may apply by sending resume to: § careers@eenhoorn.com Attn: Maintenance-Hastings ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS The Village of Nashville will be flushing hydrants on May 25th, 26th, & 27th. We are sorry for any inconvience this may cause. Be aware you may experience rusty water. Nashville DPW 06749731 were discovered, containing suspected marijuana. Also in the purse was a small con­ tainer with white powder the deputy suspected was methamphetamine. The wal­ let also contained several burned foil pieces with white powder residue. The Nashville officer con­ ducted a field lab test on the foils and confirmed metham­ phetamines. No further nar­ cotics were found. The case was turned over to Nashville Police. Teens learn they should have said no to mushrooms Deputies responded to a phone call May 10 from a 17-year-old Nashville man who reported he was very paranoid and had taken hal­ lucinatory mushrooms with a friend. He was at home on the couch, but “freaking out.” The subject told deputies he was trying the mushrooms as a stress reliev­ er. He said his parents had just separated, his girlfriend had left him and he was forced to give up his dog. His mother said she discovered him on the phone with his ex-girlfriend and when the girlfriend wouldn’t come over to the house, her son became upset. The subject told deputies he was not sui­ cidal and did not want to harm himself, he was just very paranoid. The subject’s friend also had taken some mushrooms and was in the basement sleeping. The friend spoke with deputies outside, because he was hav­ ing a hard time inside the house. The friend also admit­ ted to taking mushrooms. When Mercy Ambulance On Saturday May 14, a Nashville officer made a traffic stop of a female driver not wearing a seat belt. She gave a false name, but after a the officer recognized her from a previous encounter, the driver decided to give her correct name. A file check found her to have a to try the steps. suspended license. Police Service Dog Kyro was requested from the for the event, bringing Barry County Sheriff’s “girls” of all ages out for Department. When deputies shopping^ food and dancing. arrived at a gas station, the The streetscape had a new officer had the driver in the look as large, pink balloons back of the patrol car. She swayed in front of business- had told the officer she had es. . narcotics in her vehicle. Restaurants and bars had Kyro gave a positive alert at their hands full as ladies the vehicle’s driver-side stopped in to take advantage door. Once inside the vehi­ of specials. cle, Kyro gave another alert Vendors were set up in at a brown purse on the car two locations. The newly opened MainStreet Banquets hall had vendors, as did Step n’ Time Dance Studio In the downtown parking lot, music was cranked up as Zumba demonstrations Maple Valley Jr/Sr High attracted ladies. Zumba School will hold its annual instructor Angela Walker led physicals June 1. the dancers. Walker is also Boys from fourth through the president of the Friends 12th grade will have their of Putnam District Library. physicals done between 3 Greenlight Driving School p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Girls’ had a Wii dance party in physicals run from 4:30 p.m. action, and other businesses, until 6 p.m. including Moo-ville The physicals will be done Creamery and Pit Row by Dr. Bean from Nashville opened their doors to the Family Medicine. girls. The cost is $20. Checks should be made payable to arrived, the 18-year-old friend checked out fine and decided not to go to the hos­ pital. The 17-year-old decid­ ed he wanted to go to the hospital. The friend told deputies he had thrown the remaining mushrooms out of the house near a propane tank. Deputies found baggies containing what appeared to be mushrooms, which were placed into evidence. A copy of the report was forwarded to the prosecutor’s office. Scrap metal leads to arrest lookout Sheriff deputies stopped a 2003 Chevy truck on Guy Road near Butler Road May 10, with a load of scrap metal. According to the report, with the rising rate of scrap metal thefts, deputies decided to stop and inspect the truck. While pursuing the truck, deputies noticed a left brake light was out. The 33year-old driver from Nashville told deputies his license was not valid and he was just out blowing off steam after a fight with his girlfriend. Deputies discovered a warrant for the driver from the Charlotte Police Department. The driver was handcuffed and transported for delivery to the Eaton County Sheriffs Office. A friend of the driver was noti­ fied to retrieve the truck. Lost keys may be found The Hastings Police Department has had several sets of keys that have been turned in. Individuals may claim the keys at the police department weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maple Valley will hold physicals on June 1 Maple Valley Schools. High school and middle school athletes need to have a physical on file with the school office to practice or participate in any sport. Physical cards can be picked up in the high school’s main office. If you have any questions please contact Mindy Schriver at (517) 852-9275 or by e-mail at mschriver@mvs.kl2.mi.us. YOUTH SUMMER VOLUNTEERS Blodgett-Jacobs Tom Blodgett and Nicole Blodgett will be celebrating, the upcoming wedding of their daughter, Tyler Rose Blodgett to Josh Jacobs, son of Stan Jacobs and Carol Morgan. Come join us in the celebration in Nashville at Grace Community Church, 8950 East M-79 Hwy. at 2 p.m. on May 28, 2011. Reception to immediately follow. Pennock is currently taking applications from area youth who desire spending a little time this summer helping others. Must be at least 15 years of age, available at least four hours a week, and an interest in a healthcare career is helpful. Program begins June 13. Applications are available on our website, www.pennockhealth.com or in the Human Resources/Volunteer Services office from 8-4:30 Mon-Fri. Application deadline is June 3. Pennock Healthservices �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 13 Entry forms for Country Showdown now available t WS&S& V’* ’S K w* SS! SS ’•*< 5*■ S*1*% S* t*S"1 t*"1 **<; *< ps>^$ ;ss^?4$? ^Ss®huShi?*4'1?'1 'k**V'1*'*1’ ■:kk5'k*V** *5'•k*V&,**’ fe“ *»k k * ‘‘w fc'M SJJ **- k ZL fe Waite ®) Waiter® . *B* tomtit, tit *** fa/MiUtu ^'tttfi^. '•*& felfatlttaL hat ■’sik WrtH ®r k Ik fa fc •EK® iJ^tElaihii nut- ttdtaiitetlta ssti ainOcs se® iiaisteiijiij t ahiE ipfl'^’ci I tlilS imip Each year, promising country music singers and bands from this area express interest in the Country Showdown, America’s largest country music talent search, but in order to be eli­ gible to compete an official entry form is required and must be filled out and received at WBCH, 119 W. State St. Hastings no later than July 11 at 5 p.m. Local rules and the official entry blank are available at Bosley Pharmacy in Hastings and at Freeport Milling in Freeport, as well as at any locations of Union Bank and Thomapple Valley Community Credit Union. This is a country music competition, and music and lyrics should be appropriate for all ages. Preliminary competition will be at 7 p.m. Monday, July 19, in the Community Tent at the Barry County Fair on M-37 between Hastings and Middleville. Up to a dozen acts per­ forming Monday evening will be invited back to com­ pete Tuesday, July 19, in the local finals. One act will be judged the winner and will advance to the state finals where the prize for the win­ ning act is $1,000 and the right to go on to compete in one of five regional contests to determine who will win an all-expensive paid trip to the national finals in Nashville, Tenn., where the grand prize is $100,000. Colgate has been the national sponsor for the past several years with Texaco becoming the national spon­ sor this year. Local informa­ tion is available at www.wbch.com or by con­ tacting Ken Radant at 269­ 945-3414 or ken@wbch.com. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE RAN­ DALL S. MILLER & ASSOCI­ ATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by Gerald R. La Dere and Cynthia J. La Dere, FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contactt our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE — Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Jennifer Burks, A Single Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Loan First Horizon Home Corporation, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2006 and recorded April 25, 2006 in Instrument # 1163558 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for MSAC 2007-SEA1 by assignment of mortgage dated May 16, 2011 and subsequently Barry County recorded in Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Three Dollars and Twenty-Seven Cents ($97,223.27) including interest 2.75% per annum. Linder the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on June 23, 2011 Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 19 of East Town Homes, a condominium according to the Master Deed husband and wife to Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for EquiFirst November 16, 2007, and record­ ed on November 27, 2007, as Document Number: 200711270004621, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to SABR MORTGAGE LOAN 20081 REO SUBSIDIARY-1 LLC by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred SeventyEight Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Two and 08/100 ($178,152.08) including interest at the rate of 5.00000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 2, 2011 Said premises are situated in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, lying South of the center line of Welcome Road, EXCEPT com­ mencing at a point 300 feet North of the Southwest comer of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4; thence North 220 feet; thence East 200 feet; thence South 220 feet; thence West 200 feet to point of beginning. Commonly known as: 1302 Welcome Road The redemption period shall be 12.00 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: April 30, 2011 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for SABR MORT­ GAGE LOAN 2008-1 REO SUB­ SIDIARY-1 LLC 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48302 248335-9200 Case No. 110MI00264-1 ASAP# 3977621 04/30/2011, 05/07/2011, 05/14/2011, 05/21/201,1 06747854 thereof recorded in Instrument No. 1074113, of Barry County Records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 23, and any amendments thereto, together with an undivided interest in the common elements of said condominium as set forth in said Master Deed, and any amendments thereto, and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of Ml of 1978, as amended. Commonly known as 130 Irving Rd Unit 3, Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira-tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 5/21/2011 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for MSAC 2007-SEA1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 11-37382 06749023 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the num­ ber listed below. MORTGAGE SALE — Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Mitch J. Nagel and Julie Nagel, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Arbor Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 10, 2007 and recorded December 18, 2007- in Instrument # 20071218-0005307 Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was assigned to: Flagstar Bank, FSB, by assign­ 2011 recorded April 27, 2011 2011 Instrument # 201104270004548 ment datedApriApril l 27,19, andin recorded on which mortgage there is Twenty-Three Thousand Nine claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Hundred Twenty-Six Dollars and Seven Cents ($123,926.07) including interest 7% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on June 16, 2011 Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northwest one-quarter of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Beginning at the center of said Section; thence North 201.25 feet along the East ter; thence West 174.5 feet; parallel with the South line of said Northwest one-quarter; thence North to the centerline of the Thornapple River; thence Westerly 41 feet, more or less, along said centerline to the West line of the East 216 feet of said Northwest one-quarter; thence South to the South line of said Northwest one-quarter; thence Easterly along said South line to line of said Northwest one-quar the place of beginning. Subject to thereof. Commonly known as 49058 The redemption period an easement for ingress and egress over the East 42.5 feet 6504 W Irving Rd, Hastings Ml shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL later. Dated: 5/14/2011 600.3241 a(c), whichever is Dated: 5/14/2011 Flagstar Bank, FSB, Assi g nee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 11-38521 05749173 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE CO <8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News Reminder * Hastings Banner Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET, Sunday, May 29th, 8am-4pm. 400 exhibi­ tors. Rain or shine. Located at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, Michigan. $4.00 admission. No Pets. Dealer areas. Lawn & Garden Business Services ----- bOOkkEEpinU SERVICES Personal * Self-Employed * Small Business Payroll * Billing Accounts Receivable * Accounts Payable General Ledger Weekly * Monthly * Quar­ terly * Annually Call today! (269)420-5714 AQUATIC PLANTS: OUR Jobs Wanted Lotus & Water Lilies are ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, DAY CARE HAS OPEN­ pumps, filters & pond sup­ INGS: in my home. Reason­ plies. A--P--O---L-S-WATER able rates. Call Donna GARDENS, 9340 Kalama­ (517)852-0319 zoo, Caledonia MI.(616)6981030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:00Fann 2:00. EARTH SERVICES is in ur­ gent need of HAY DONA­ Garage Sale TIONS. We will come pick it REMEMBERING ALL ME­ up, clean out your bam of MORIAL WEEKEND. Speold hay - (Any type of hay cial deals, hidden prizes at that isn't moldy). We are al­ he Flea Market in Woodbury so looking for pasture land between Speedway and M­ and hay fields. EARTH 66 Tire on M-66. May 27th & SERVICES is a 501(c)3 non­ 28th, llam-7pm; 29th, 1pm- profit organization. All don­ 6pm; Memorial Day, 11amations are tax deductible. 8pm. We will wheel & deal. PLEASE CALL (269)962­ Don't miss the specials. 2015 Automotive Miscellaneous 1999 OLDSMOBILE SIL- 4'X8' POOL TABLE for HOUETTE van, good condi­ trade. What do you have for tion, 140,000 miles, asking $500 value? (269)838-8235. $3,000. Call (269)948-0502. 2004 GMC SIERRA Z-71 ex­ tended cab, leather, loaded with all available options, great condition, 140,000 miles. Asking $13,000. Call (269)948-0502. DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. LEGAL NOTICE SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by LESLIE J. POLLYEA SIGNED AS LESLIE POLLYEA and ANGELEANAV. SMITH SIGNED AS ANGELENA SMITH, HUS­ BAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's succes­ sors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated December 10, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008, in Document No. 20080102­ 0000064, and modified to correct the legal description by Default Judgement, recorded on April 21, 2011, in Document No. 201104210004416, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Seventeen Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Eight Dollars and Fifty-One Cents ($317,928.51), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mort­ gage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, at 01:00 PM o'clock, on June 9, 2011 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: PARCEL 1 COMMENCING AT A POINT 1160.2 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE NORTH­ WEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, THENCE SOUTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 153 FEET, THENCE NORTH 44 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 120 FEET FOR A PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE CONTIN­ UING NORTH 44 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 60 FEET, THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST TO THE WATERS EDGE OF LONG LAKE, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE LINE OF SAID LONG LAKE IN A WESTERLY, DIREC­ TION TO A POINT WHICH BEARS DUE NORTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST OF THE PLACE OF BEGIN­ NING, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST APPROXIMATELY 175 FEET TO SAID PLACE OF BEGINNING. PARCEL 2 COMMENCING AT THE NORTH 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE (AS ESTABLISHED BY PREVIOUS SURVEYS) 1324.29 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST 1 i 4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SEC­ TION 15 (AS PER FORMER SURVEY AND EXISTING OCCU­ PATION); THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 15 SECONDS WEST(RECORDED AS NORTH 89 DEGREES 40 MINUTES WEST), 946.50 FEET TOTHE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 58 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 24 SECONDS EAST, 113.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 43 DEGREES 23 MIN­ UTES 18 SECONDS WEST, 60.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 45 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 11 SECONDS WEST, 109.60 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 24 SECONDS EAST, 34.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Ml 48335 06748629 �Page 14 — Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 21,2011 Maple Valley Little League holds opening day ceremonies These are the teams for the 2011 Little League season. (Photo courtesy of JH Photography) Hansbarge Heating 8 flir Conditioning Maple Valley Little League held opening day ceremonies May 7 in Vermontville. More than 150 Little Leaguers and their par­ ents were on hand to enjoy the festivities. Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and flir Conditioners ‘’■g Full line of Indoor flir Quality Products FREE Estimates Licensed & Insured State Rep. Shaughnessy, State ™ M Deb Sen. Rick Jones and Vermontville Village President Ruth Wineman threw out the first |517-490-1287 pitches for baseball and soft­ ball. After the singing of the national anthem, kids pre- Uermontuille • Cole Hansbarger, Owner sented their moms with carnations in honor of Mother’s Sen. Rick Jones winds up for the first pitch of the offi­ cial start of the Little League season. (Photo courtesy of JH Photography) Day weekend. A family friendly picnic followed with a pig roast sponsored by Sensations Nursing Home of Charlotte. Kids played into the after­ noon on a bounce slide and tug-of-war games. 0111269-945-9554 for classified ads ORDER YOUR PRINTS ONLINE IT’S easy! Go to: www.hastingsreminder.com Click the Printing Plus icon and you’re ready to GO! • Order Prints • Stylize Photos • Create Gifts all from the convenience of your home with our new, powerful, editing, cropping, framing, customizing software! planning to Celebrate? We can help you create something special & unique for your graduate. For your custom designed 4” x 6” color photo prints with personal photo insets and school logos, see the experts at Printing Plus! 25 FULL COLOR Invitations/ Announcements priced as low as $2495 Let Printing Plus help you get a professional look to your Senior Wallets! 9 wallet size SENIOR PHOTOS to a page 99 Create your personal, secure “Share My Photos” page where you control who views your pictures. It’s easy and it’s FREE! (additional text copy extra) Call ud fwc cM punting needa! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 6:00 Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • • Business Cards Greeting Cards Big Prints & Posters Folding & Laminating Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 15 �Page 16 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 21,2011 BOARD, continued from page 1 truly appreciate all yotf do. plan to use our resources in meet the requirements of the on a safe and supportive environment, coupled with You really are the unsung ways that will best help our Common Core. “Michigan, along with staff training and parental heroes and we appreciate children. All of the Title I dollars will go to salaries. nearly 40 other states, has involvement, has resulted in you.” In other business, We will have to transfer half agreed to the standards ofthe less absenteeism and more Core,” said time in the classroom. approval was granted for the of Title IIA dollars into Title Common High School Principal following: payment of the I in order to do that. It is crit­ Swartz. “Right now, that general fund paid for April ical we put as many of our involves [English/language Todd Gonser reported that 21, in the amount of resources as we can in the arts] and math, including the Cedar Point trip is May $22,300; general fund early elementary to support standards for reading and 25 and invited board mem­ learners. writing for science, technol­ bers to attend. End-of- year payable, $62,377; athletic our youngest fund paid, $1,065; athletic Research says that the more ogy, engineering, math, activities are approaching. fund payable, $2,253; food we do with the youngest social studies and history. It Gail Johnson has completed service paid $20,840; food children, the better our out­ will be a year-long process to Advanced Placement testing develop curriculum, lessons with students to determine service payable $5,287; pay­ comes.” Swartz said a school and assessments for these who will receive college roll, April 21, $272,826: improvement meeting will new standards. Our goal is to credit, and she is assisting payroll, May 6, $286,019. In reports to the board, be held the third week in have a common curriculum the National Honor Society Curriculum Director Julie May and a technology plan is for each grade level in the students in their annual senSwartz said, “We are begin­ due by June 30. This plan elementary and each class in ior/youth forum. Honors night is May 16 in the audi­ ning to prepare for the con­ must be in place in order to the secondary.” She also emphasized the torium. Junior high solidated grant writing get Title money. Looking to the next school importance of ongoing staff Olympics day will be Friday, process. With greater needs and an ever-shrinking fund, year, the district needs to re­ development, saying that May 27. Alternative educa­ we are putting together a align the entire curriculum to teachers are asking for more tion graduation will be May training and that technology 31 at 7 p.m., in the auditori­ development is an ongoing um. High school graduation need. will be Friday, June 3, at 7 Elementary Principal p.m. Jason Miller commended his Gonser introduced advisor staff and told of lunches and Aaron Saari and the FFA trinkets that had been pre­ members who recently sented to them on behalf of brought home a state cham­ staff appreciation week. pionship, the first in Maple Upon hearing this, the board Valley history. The FFA • • came to a standing ovation banquet is Friday, May 13, at Located Downtown Vermontville and applauded the teachers 6 p.m. 130 S. Main, Vermontville and staff who were in the Athletic Director/Assistant audience. Principal Duska Brumm 517-726-1500 End-of-year activities are recently back from the senior happening on all levels, said trip, reported that 50 students Miller, and he reminded the attended and “It went very board that sixth grade gradu­ well, with no issues and fun ation will be June 2 in the for all.” She commended the main­ high school gym. Student Support tenance staff on the job they Administrator Robert Domer are doing in readying fields BOOK NOW 2011 GRADUATES spoke on the results of in spite of the abnormally 20x40 tent, $200 - 100 chairs, $60 decreasing the amount of wet conditions. Many athlet­ 10 tables, $50 time children are out of the ic events have been sched­ Large gas grill available. classroom. The special edu­ uled and re-scheduled due to Set-up and tear down and delivery included. cation area has seen a dra­ the weather. matic decrease of 90 percent Pat Powers said due to restorative justice Maplewood was filled with practices that have been vendors and other than some implemented. ruts from vehicles in the wet Regarding truancy, ground, there were no issues. Dorner said students are His staff has been cleaning attending school. Emphasis drain screens and reported that there were no leaks in the roof at Fuller. The Federal COBB WELL DRILLING Get all three with a Goodman' brand cent Communications Commission has mandated (REPAIR Air Conditioner. You’ll also get a 10-Year • 7 Day Service that due to increased usage • Pumps Installed & Repaired Limited Warranty*. This might be the pi of cell phones and wireless • Service On Submersible Pumps electronics, two-way radios • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair combination for outstanding home comic 30 Years Experience must conform to narrow­ band frequency by Jan. 1, Estimates Available Goodman' 517-726-0377 2013. Powers said half of the 356 N. Pease Rd., Air Conditioning & Heating radios would convert the Vermontville other half would need to be Richard Cobb David Cobb replaced at a cost of five to ® Ace •. Auto Repair •Parts Repairs Tires - FOR RENT (517) 852-4210 FAST. COOL RELIEF. Ml Lie. <1748 FROST HEATING 8 COOLING DOBBIN'S ACDelco QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE Your Local CM omotive Specialists Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF HASTINGS ON fVt-79 Our Diagnostic Computer Software Compatible With All Makes & Models Nashville (517) 852-9565 * (omptelr drUiK atailalilc Im w talda'Mil smjccteimljioin. It iwht lie IMwr Parts lini'td Imi. ©JHIGoodtainUinufatlurinsfompariy. t.R.lteastcn, fens. Thank goodness for Goodman? § 3 1^ JEFF DOBBINS _AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Over 20 years experience 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE AVAILABLE GET MORE LOCAL NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. six thousand. The underground storage tank cleanup at the bus garage seems to be con­ tained, he said. The contami­ nation is confined to about the size of one-half of a bus, said Powers. A large clap of thunder brought gasps from the audience. Powers looked up and said, “Okay, I’ll be there in a minute,” giving everyone a brief reason to laugh. Powers also acknowl­ edged his staff for all they do. Steel reported that Eaton Intermediate School District has narrowed the field to two in its search for a superin­ tendent and that final inter­ views are this week. Bids for maintenance, transportation and custodial services were due by May 20 for review. The Michigan Department of Education is managing the process for all schools. They must be con­ tacted in October to begin, the process. Steel reminded the board of alternative revenue gener­ ated through advertisements on the school website. A presentation by United Alternative Revenue is being planned. Steel shared information Michigan from the Association of School Boards newsletter: “Gov. Rick Snyder this week called on legislators to reform the state’s teacher tenure process, lift the charter school cap in poor perform­ ing districts and mandate schools of choice for every district. He also called for a statewide mandate for schools to adopt anti-bully-, ing policies, school employ­ ees to give more of their salaries to their health care insurance [costs] and tougher teacher certification criteria. The governor said he wanted his laundry list of education policy initiatives completed by July 4.” Steel introduced Putnam District Library Director Shauna Swantek to address the board. Swantek and fel­ low committee member Laurie Black represented the Barry County College Access Network. Their mis­ sion is to increase Barry County residents’ access to post-secondary education. through increased knowl­ edge of opportunities, assis­ tance with admissions and obtaining necessary financial resources. Swantek said there are a couple of opportunities that are available for Maple Valley. One is to have a recent graduate of MSU immerse himselfor herselfin the community and help stu­ dents think of post-second­ ary education. Maple Valley would share this representative with Delton Kellogg Schools. There would be no cost to the district. The second service being offered at no cost would be StudentTracker for High Schools. StudentTracker is a tool to find data on what graduates are achieving academically,, after high school. Detailed reports are generat­ ed that show how many stu­ dents enrolled in college, whether in a two-year or four -year institution, in state or out of state. With such information, the district could analyze trends and patterns. All types of institutions are included. The board unanimously agreed to accept the assistance and thanked Swantek and Black for coming? The board opened the meeting to public comment. The only person to speak was Steve Rathbum, who questioned the contract with Line Mechanical and whether the district would be penalized for closing build­ ings under it. Steel said Line Mechanical was working out, details and would be at the next board meeting Monday,. May 23, at 7 p.m. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi­ nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. A0C7O35C1C5O8 0 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 17 C ^CSSS* »ASS NSSx ^»ASNx *»Sx S^xl M Ml Valley golf beats Olivet, but not Delton Kellogg by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg’s Mitchell Wandell kept his grip on the top individual spot in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this spring by firing a two-over-par 38 at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville Tuesday. W sss •wt’h sss & sn& *ij>^’*» !sS*£iym? sy He has been the day’s top golfer during six of his team’s seven KVA outings this season. Wandell was three strokes better than the day’s number two golfer, Keagan Carpenter from Olivet who shot a 41. Delton Kellogg’s team took two league victories on the day, topping Carpenter’s Eagles and the host Maple Valley Lions. Delton fin­ ished the day with a team score of 175. The Lions shot a 184 and the Eagles a 198. “Mitchell, I think he’s got the league locked up,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Kent Enyart. The league championship tournament is at the Lynx Monday. Hackett and Kalamazoo Christian are currently sec­ ond and third in the league standings, behind Schoolcraft. Delton Kellogg sits in fourth place. Maple Valley’s Caleb Walker is also in the top five in points individually in the league. He was the Lions’ second-best scorer Tuesday. He fired a 44, while team­ mate Dale White scored a 43. It was just he second time this season that White has finished ahead of Walker. The Lions also got a 46 from Clint Franklin and a 51 from Nick Iszler. “I was happy with our three and four guys (Franklin and White),” said Lion head coach Ryan Rosin. “They were on and played really well. Our first two struggled a little bit.” Delton Kellogg got a pair of 45s from Zack Simon and Nick Blincoe, and a 47 from Adam Farrah. Olivet’s number one did­ n’t have a great day. Tyler Masters finished with a 48. The Eagles also got a 54 from Justin Kepsel and a 55 from Shawn Shoemaker. Wanted: Standing Timber call IL; Hughes Logging LLC <ff.!&** Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. . 2*^ • te a «i * ^fcuftt ^f re* «»< W; The Lions’ Ian Cogswell watches an iron shot fly on number seven Tuesday afternoon at Mulberry Fore Golf Course. (Photo by Brett Bremer) (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Maple Valley’s Dale White hits his tee shot on number eight Tuesday at Mulberry Fore Golf Course during the Lions’ KVA match against Delton Kellogg and Olivet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ' *R 3^’’ ESia®^ *hW|i “ The Ken Beardslee ^^“Thank Everyone Who made the dedication ofthe Ken Beardslee Memorial «I« L|jffF*li]HI »«■ . c joe »?a’=tsE’ jSTBlBO UrtlflM Wood Bat Baseball Tournament a Success r ta !»«' <,*L »*"‘’ t& With Many Thanks Bob and Duska Brumm Bryan Carpenter Jeff Fisher "Todd Gonser Adam Brumm ... and the Players of the Maple Valley Varsity Baseball Team for helping prepare the field on that soggy morning. Merle Martin Dale Briggs Dick Todd The Maple Valley Athletic Department ;for the throw-back Vermontville High School Jerseys that the team wore, and that were given to the Committee Members and Ken’s team mates. John Gambee for the fine articles and other promotion he gave to the event. Ray DeBar Jeff Weiler for the great job of emceeing the day’s activities on short notice. Jack Rathbum ... and everyone who attended ... John Gambee We appreciateyou all! �Page 18 — Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 21,2011 Quincy spoils Lions’ tribute to Vermontville star by Jon Gambee The elements had the upper hand Saturday in the first annual Ken Beardslee Memorial Wooden Bat Tournament but they man­ aged to get in one game and the ceremony honoring one of the greatest high school pitchers in history before the rain forced a halt to the pro­ ceedings. Quincy, a last minute sub­ stitute for Litchfield High School, took the game in a seesaw battle against host Maple Valley 10-9. The lead changed hands four times before the Orioles took the lead for good in the top ofthe seventh inning and held on for the victory. Quincy scored right away as leadoff hitter Jimmy Strock walked and stole sec­ ond. After Chris Harmon walked and Strock advanced to third on a wild pitch, Andrew VanBuskirk brought Strock home with an infield out. Maple Valley managed a walk, two doubles and a sin­ gle in their half of the first inning, but it only resulted in a single run to tie the score. The Lions took the lead with two runs in the second inning without even one hit when Matt Woodman was hit by a pitch, Tommy Mudge sacri­ ficed him to second and reached first himself on an error on the play, a walk and another Oriole error brought Woodman and Mudge home. Quincy scored four times in the third inning after the first two batters were retired. Chris Hannon walked and stole second, VanBuskirk singled him home, Ryan Cox walked and consecutive sin­ gles by Conner Bassage and Macabe Brand brought runs home. Maple Valley scored two of its own in the third on a single by Riley Fisher, a hit pitch of Cody Sivyer and an Oriole error. In the top of the fourth, Quincy scored on a double by Strock, a stolen base, and Lion catcher Tyler Hickey tags out a Quincy runner at home plate during the seventh inning of their game at the Ken Beardslee Wooden Bat Tournament in Vermontville Saturday. (Photo by LowndesPhotography.com) Merilene Beardslee (left) is presented with a State of Michigan Proclamation by Rep. Deb Shaughnesy. (Photo by LowndesPhotography.com) single and stolen base by Chris Harmon and another single by VanBuskirk. Each team scored once in the fifth. Quincy scored on a double by Brand and a single by Caleb Harmon. Maple Valley scored when Sivyer was again hit by a pitch and Cody Brumm singled him home to make it Quincy 8, Maple Valley 6. The Lions took the lead with three runs in the sixth inning. Tyler Hickey walked, Fisher was hit by a pitch, and Woodman and Tommy Mudge reached on consecutive errors. In the top of the seventh, Bassage led off with a walk and stole second. Hunter Walt singled, Caleb Harmon reached on an error, a passed ball advanced the runners and Strock walked and Phil Fast singled to give the Orioles a 10-9 lead with three outs to go. The first two Lions reached base in the bottom of the seventh and Maple Valley had runs on second and third with no outs but were unable to get the tying run home. After the game, Ken Beardslee, a 1949 graduate of Vermontville High School, was honored with a proclamation presented to his widow Marilee by State Representative Deb Shaughnasee of Charlotte. The proclamation was signed by Shaughnasee, State Senator Rick Jones, State Representative Michael and Gov. Rick Snyder. In addi­ tion, a plaque was presented to Mrs. Beardslee by a local group of citizens who spon­ sored the event. Beardslee was recognized for setting seven national high school pitching records between 1947 and 1949, including averaging 18.1 strikeouts for every seven innings pitched over his three year career and averag­ ing 19 strikeouts per seven innings pitched ip his senior year. Sen. Jones and Rep. Shaughnasee were instru­ mental in getting the procla­ mation signed by the gover­ nor and while Jones was on hand early he had to leave to attend another function when rain delayed the start of the game for more than an hour. “I was honored to be part of the recognition of Ken,” Jones said. “It was easy to see from the great turnout of his friends and family today that Ken was loved by every­ one and this is something that was well deserved.” “This is a great day for Ken’s family and for the community of Vermontville,” said Shaughnasee. “I was very honored to be asked to be a part of it. It was especially gratifying to see many old friends, many of whom have worked so hard to see this day happen.” Maple Valley’s varsity aseball team saw its record slip back to .500 Thursday when the Lions were swept in a doubleheader by Constantine, mercied in the first game 10-0 and losing a heartbreaker in the nightcap, 4-3. The losses dropped Maple Valley’s overall record to 11-11 and they are 6-8 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Constantine scored once in the first inning of the first game and busted things wide open with five in the third. They scored once again in 06749832 HOMETOWN■ LUMBER & HARDWARE m“g ^ '2 opane Station ^ailable Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • 517-852-0882 • www.hometownlumber.com Jim Zemke throws out the ceremonial first pitch during Saturday’s Ken Beardslee Wooden Bat Tournament in Vermontville. (Photo by LowndesPhotography.com) the fourth and three times in the fifth inning to put the game away. Maple Valley managed only two hits against Constantine starter Ron Francher, who came back to pitch the second game also, winning both games. Hits in the opener for Maple Valley were by Cody Brumm and Austin Gonser. In the second game, the Lions kept it close through­ out, bolstered by a strong pitching performance by starter Coty Franklin and Cody Sivyer in relief. All four Constaantine runs were unearned. Scoreless through the first three innings, Constantie struck for two runs in the fourth on back to back dou­ bles, a walk, and an error. Maple Valley came back with one in the fourth on a single by Franklin, an error and a single by Riley Fisher. The Lions took the lead in the sixth inning on a double by Franklin, a walk to Tyler Hickey and a run scoring sin­ gle by Sivyer. The second run was scored on a Constantie error. Constantine scored twice in the seventh inning to secure the victory on a dou­ ble by Franklin, a walk to Ryler Hickey, a sacrifice by Fisher and a single by Sivyer. Maple Valley got right against Delton on May 17, winning both games of a Kalamazoo Valley Association doubleheader, 11-0 and 10-4. The Lions got strong pitching performances from Coty Franklin in the first game and a combination of Cody Brumm and Tommy Mudge in the second while the offense was geared around senior first baseman Riley Fisher and sophomore DH Tyler Hickey. Fisher drove in six runs in the first game and added one in the nightcap, while Hickey continued to do what he has done all season long, get on base. Hickey came to Continued next page �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 21,2011 — Page 19 Delton boys in first heading into KVA Championship Meet Delton Kellogg’s boys mark of 130-8 in the discus dominated in the distance and 43-9 in the shot put. races, and that helped the Delton’s Trevor Curtice was Panthers to a big victory in its second in the discus with a five-team Kalamazoo Valley mark of 121-4, while Yost’s Association jamboree at teammate Mitch Hamilton Parchment Tuesday. was second in the shot put The Delton boys finished with a mark of 41-0 besting the day with 122 points, well third-place mark in the event ahead of second place Maple of 40-7. Maple Valley had Valley which finished with three of the top four finishers 95 points. Parchment was in both throwing events. third with 71, followed by The Lions won a fourth Hackett Catholic Central 35 field event as Garrett Reid and Constantine 30. flew 19-9 in the long jump. The win puts the Delton Delton Kellogg started Members of the committee to induct Ken Beardslee into the Lansing Area Hall of Kellogg boys atop the league things off on the track with Fame attended Saturday’s event, a group that included (from left) Merle Martin, standignggs heading into theegan 3200-meter relay team of Homer Winegar, Jim Zemke, Jack Cranson, Merilene Beardslee, Jack Rathburn, Wednesday’s league champi-Lo Hansen, Austin Roger Corey and Al Mix. Winegar, Cranson and Mix all played with Beardslee. (Photo onship meet, which they’ll Kegtola, David De,mpsey and clearing 11 feet, and his teammate Nolan Smith was second, also clearing 11-0. The 3200-meter relay win was the first of three relay victories for Delton. The Panthers also won the 800meter relay in 1:32.59 and the 1600-meter relay in 3:32.56. Delton’s Tyler Bourdo won the 400-meter dash in 49.80 seconds, then added a runner-up time of 23.16 in the 200-meter dash. Parchment’s Mike Emigg took the 200 in 23.02. Girls results from Tuesday night were not available. TheeyLions Frida ’s oCnsenwere wtrearel third Mronat atcalast alms LowndesPhotography.com) Hornet Invitational. Clare took the day’s title with 129 points, followed by Ionia 116.5 and Maple Valley 102.25. Unionville Sebewaing was fourth with 79 points, ahead of Saranac 65, Evart 64.75, Central Montcalm 47.25, Farwell 34.75, West Michigan Lutheran 8, g Vestaburg 7.5 and Carson City-Crystal 4. Reid was a part of all four Lion victories on the day. He took the 100-meter dash in 11.26, the 200 in 23.31, won the long jump with a mark of 20-7, and teamed with Burd, Ryan Nissse and Otto VonSchwerdtner to win the 800-meter relay in 1:34.77. Bissett, Zach Eib and Zach Young each had hits for the plate eight times against Delton. the Panthers and reached In the second game, Maple safely seven with three hits, Valley jumped out early with three walks and a hit by the four runs in the first inning pitch. and never looked back. After Fisher started things off Gonser and Franklin reached for Maple Valley with a safely on Panther errors, bases clearing double in the Hickey singled, Fisher went first inning of the first game all the way to second on an and a two run single in the error and Cody Sivyer added second. He added an RBI on a run scoring single and a ground out in the third. Bunge a sacrifice fly. Hickey had a pair of RBI and Maple Valley scored a sin­ Austin Gonser, Cory Bunge gle run in the third, two in and Garrett Miller each had the fourth and three times in the fifth, while Delton had one. Franklin, meanwhile, single runs in the first, third, pitched one ofhis best games fourth and seventh innings. of the season, giving up only Cody Brumm went the four hits, two in the first first five innings to claim the inning. He walked only one pitching victory, walking four and striking out three. and struck out eight. Nick Brindley, Jeff Mudge gave up two hits and From previous page t M!ik, -> * ’kk! -> *** 7Uk te”x it 9*8 Uktc u ex ^l98l *** *^.k«H|»k ^ss *<!•!» ,"• *M»t ' ■ «*/»*» *,k^itfe®ij ®WtiBin iKlft UB host. Both the Delton Panthers one run, while striking out and the Lions won six events four and walking only one on the day, and Parchment was the only other team to down the stretch. Matt Woodman had a pair win more than one. of RBI, while Hickey, Fisher Maple Valley got three wins from Josh Burd, who and Sivyer each had one. Delton actually outhit took the high jump by clearMaple Valley in the second ing 6-1, and won the 1 IOgame, seven to five. Ryan meter high hurdles in 16.47 Hook had two hits, including and the 300-meter intermedia run scoring double, while ate hurdles in 43.13. Burd’s Brindley, Bissett, Young and teammate Ryan Nisse was right behind him in the 300 Willy Todd each had a hit. For Maple Valley Gonser hurdles with a time of 44.68, had two hits and Cody but the next two finishers Brumm, Franklin, Hickey, were from Delton - Brandon and Sivyer each had a safety. Robbins in 45.37 and Phoenix Maple Valley’s next game Pease in 45.41. The Lions’ Keegan Yost is Monday, at Saranac. The Lions will host Pennfield on took both the throws, with a Tuesday in a make-up KVA contest.’ On Thursday • the. Lions will finish up the regu­ lar season by hosting Springport. ®is»i xtetsi-. Ryan Watson winning in 8 minutes 48.97 seconds. Later, Ketola would lead Delton to a big points haul in the 3200-meter run. He won that race in 11:08.46. Delton also had Zach Haas finish second in that race, Raymond Vickery third and Ketola fifth. Watson was second to Parchment’s Stu Crowell in the 1600-meter run, which Crowell finishing in 4:28.38 and Watson in 4:55.79. Delton though also had Vickery place fourth in that event, Ketola fifth and Haas seventh. Delton also had the day’s two best pole vaulters. Ryan Hoeberling won the event by Have a * nm:n Hibdibhi - l" I ISE Eldjliffl. ■its taiista ■!■« iiikttn Need? tits BS^in ■ s: ^M M M u9Uf] Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058-0188 We Have a Colorful Solution... Whether your printing needs are complex color brochures or simple black and white forms, let J-ad Graphics design, print and deliver quality printed materials you'll be proud of. Complete design, printing and bindery facilities in-house to handle all of your printing needs no matter how large or small. Call one of our Printing Specialists today! Maple Valley High names its Athletes of the Week Maple Valley High School has named Garrett Reid and Tiffani Allwardt its Athletes of the Week. Reid set a new meet record in the long jump at Central Montcalm’s Hornet Invitational Friday with his leap of 20 feet 7 inches, and won the 100-meter and 200-meter races and anchored the Lions’ winning 4x200-meter relay team. Allwardt has been solid for the varsity softball team all season and in all four of her years on the varsity team. Call 269-945-9554 for classified ads Publishers of: •Hastings Banner •Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Marshall Chronicle & Community Advisor • Battle Creek Shopper • Lowell Ledger & Buyers' Guide To contact one ofour Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �WANTED: 35 People with Hearing Loss Qualified Participants Needed for Technology Field Test During this Manufacturer sponsored event, we are looking for people like you, who may be experiencing varying levels of hearing loss, including tinnitus, to evaluate a remarkable new line of digital hearing instruments that could be the solution to your difficulties. Call us toll free at 1-888 690-4832 today to see if you qualify for this Field Test. Potential candidates will be given a FREE hearing screening (including Video Otoscopy) to determine candidacy. Participants will be given a FREE In­ Office demonstration, and the opportunity to evaluate the latest technology for 30 days at drastically reduced rates. A refund* is available at the end of the test period if you feel your test instruments do not improve your hearing. A full range of sizes are available in this new technology, including the Starkey SoundLens™ IIC (Invisible In Canal) featured here with breakthrough Voice iQ technology. The custom-fit Invisible-ln-the-Canal (IIC) hearing aid rests comfortably in the second bend ofyour ear canal. This allows II to use the ear’s natural acoustics and anatomy to deliver moreprecise, natural sound AND it is completely undetectable to the outside world. Unlike extendedwear deep insertion aids, the IIC can be removed andreinserteddaily topromote better hearing health. Candidates are now being selected. The selection process has been extended until May 31, 2011. 1(888)690-4832 MAJOR TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENTS Think hearing aids should be heard, not seen? SoundLens, Starkey’s new Invisible-ln-the-Canal hearing aids might just be your answer. This 100% custom, invisible-when-worn hearing aid is designed with the industry’s most advanced digital technologies, including the smartest noise reduction and speech preservation system ever developed to filter out unwanted background noise, and the world’s best feedback canceller. You get all the features and benefits you want in a digital hearing aid - minus the visual stigma that comes with wearing one. Features include: Voice iQ EXCLUSIVE FEATURE<!■ The most sophisticated noise reduction and speech preservation system ever designed to maintain speech understanding in noise and reduce listening effort. Available only in S Series iQ instruments PureWave Feedback Eliminator Industry-leading feedback cancellation system that virtually eliminates buzzing and whistling inVision Directionality Industry-leading system helps you hear the speech you want while minimizing unwanted background noise Automatic Telephone Response T2 Remote Control Automatically knows when you’re on the phone and adjusts settings for optimal telephone listening Sound imaging First-ever technology that discreetly and simply adjusts your hearing aid’s memory or volume using any touch-tone phone without additional hardware Optimal high-resolution sound imaging with frequency shaping in all 16 channels and 16 bands Premium 16 channel environmental adaptation with 5 levels ofpersonalization Acoustic Scene Analyzer Musk & Television Processing Convenient Intuitive Features Special memory capability that allows your hearing aids to automatically adjust to the preset music and TV listening settings most comfortable for you Automatic voice and tone indicators that tell you the status ofyour hearing aid, battery and when you need to make an appointment SouNDl_en DO YOU QUALIFY FOR HEARING LOSS BENEFITS? AccuQues Hearing Centers rpe and degree companies with savings up to 25% off total purchase price, so come in and find out if you have a discount on your insurance. Ifyou can't come to us, we'll come to you! 557 E. Emmett Street ;y deposit. Depend! Call or come in today to find out if you are a member of the many insurance companies or organizations that have benefits through AcccuQuest - over 93 million Americans qualify. AccuQuest has agreements with up to 100 insurance 1 (888) 690-4832 St 45 E. Chicago Street | 111 N. Depot 110 W. Stockbridge � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-05-22.pdf 4e25ad025c904f25f4b5509a5e019c54 PDF Text Text nues muevyww m -» m *<****-» Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: Jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 21/May 22, 2001 Board of Education recognizes teachers Donna Garvey, Laurie Kipp, Lori Bunker, Cindy Gatewood, Judy Hager, and Terry Woodman were honored for 15 years with the district. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Teachers and staff were recognized at last month's board meeting for the commitment of their time to the district. Receiving plaques were Mike Booher, Manny Smith, Kristene Green, and Elizabeth VanderMolen for 30 years with Manny Smith, Elizabeth VanderMolen, Kristene Green, and Mike Booher are honored for their thirty years with the district. the district. Debra Clift, Susan Luyendyk, and Charlene Garvey, and Dennis Smith for 25 years. David Gilding were honored for 20 years; Judy Hager, Cynthia Gatewood, Todd Gonser, Laurie Kipp, Maryjo Fralick, Tammi King, Lori Bunker, Theressa Wood­ man, Bessie Smith, and Donna Garvey for 15 years; Rose'Gerny, Jeanne Hansen, Lynne Snyder, Robert Harvey, Shelly Swift, and Deborah Baker, for 10 years, and William Dodge, Terrence Mix, and Steve Augustine for 5 years. Superintended Clark Volz read some of the teachers and staff "most memorable moments" and thanked them each per­ sonally for their contribu­ tion to the Maple Valley school system. In other business at the meeting the board: • Decided to approve the building and trades class at the high school to build an addition to the adminis- See teachers honored, pg. 6 Appreciation dinner held for syrup fest Syrup Corporation President Gene Fisher and wife Mary at the dinner last Tuesday. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer An appreciation dinner was held last week Tues­ day for volunteers, orga- Syrup queen alternate Jessica Ripley was at the appreciation dinner last week. nizers and the Syrup Cor­ poration, who helped organ*ze year's Vermonville Syrup Festival, Everyone came together for a dinner of Swiss steak, corn, mashed potato's and gravy with all the trim­ mings. Various volunteers showed up and Syrup Queen Alternate Jessica Ripley also was in atten­ dance. Gene Fisher, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association, thanked everyone for com­ ing, and introduced Fred McCauley, who painted the new mural on the fes­ tival stage. "No one gets paid in the (maple syrup) corporation, so it is nice to get them together in a group and see how things went and take suggestions for next year," said Fisher. Look for an article about the new mural in next week's Maple Valley News. Volunteers and organizers of the syrup festival enjoy dinner last week. In This Issue... • Vermontville’s Women’s Club wins Michigan Week award • Early Fours planning open house, May 30 • New Maplewood Elementary School playground planned • Lions still in baseball title hunt �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 22, 2001 - Page 2 Scholarship Foundation to award $40,000 The board of directors of Valley schools. They are the Maple Valley Memorial selected by a committee of Scholarship Foundation met teachers representing differ­ May 15 and voted to award a ent areas ofinstruction at the total of $40,000 in scholar­ high school. Scholarships are awarded at graduation. ships this year. Recipients of scholarships All graduates are considered must be graduates ofMaples and selection is based on liana’s ^P&xce The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner ofM-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 base fund. • The board of directors meets twice a year from 6 to 7 in the evening at the Maple Valley High School library. Board members represent many different segments of the community and help in carrying out the business of the foundation. The MVMS Foundation is a non-profit charitable foun­ dation. Its purpose is to pro­ vide scholarships to deserv- The board decided to have the “Kiss the Pig” benefit again this year. Six commu­ nity members vie for the honor of kissing a pig at halftime of a home football game. Money votes are col­ lected in local businesses and meetings. This fund­ raiser has consistently raised about $1,000 each year, part of which goes for printing and postage expenses and the remainder goes into the attitude and effort and desire to succeed. Last year, one alternative education graduate, three alumni and 15 graduating seniors were awarded schol­ arships. A total of $131,800 has been awarded to 162 recipients since 1987. Two recipients were awarded small scholarships the first year, as interest earned on donations is used each year. Last year, $31,000 was awarded to 29 recipients. Officers of the board of directors for 2001-2003 are Chairperson Dorothy Carpenter, Vice Chairperson (recordkeeper) Junia Jarvie, Treasurer Larry Lenz, and Secretary Mary Hecker. ing Maple Valley graduates from interest earned on donated funds. Copies ofarticles ofincor­ poration, bylaws or other information may be obtained by writing to MVMSF P.O. 715, Nashville, MI 49073. Donor envelopes are avail­ able at school offices, Hast­ ings City Bank, Independent Bank of Southern Michigan and area funeral homes. Maple Valley School Lunch Menus Elementary Schools breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 23 Ham and cheese sub, apple juice, peaches, choco­ late pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 24 Pizza, green beans, pineapple, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 25 Cheesie bread sticks, tossed salad, fruit cocktail, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 28 No Memorial Day. School. Tuesday, May 29 Chicken tenders, whole kernel com, peaches, gra­ ham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary win be serving Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 23 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, burger bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, May 24 Choose One Chicken fajitas, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, broccoli, pineapple, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 25 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, fruit cocktail, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 28 Memorial Day. No School. Tuesday, May 29 Choose One - Chicken tenders, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad,whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203______ 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twllite 4-6 pm dally $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students 6 Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Unlimited Free Drink Ref lilt A .25c Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU » An Unobstructed View w&Ufl SHREK** SHOWS VAUD 5/22 ■ 5/24 O SHREK (PG) OtCITAL/STAOlUM lEtTiaa I: 00, 3:00, 5:10, 7:00, 9:00 OA KNIGHT'S TALE (PG-13) I1: 45, 2:15, 4:45, 7:20, 9:50 THE MUMMY RETURNS (PG-13)DiaiT*l/ITMIUM SEATiaa 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30, 10:00 CROCODILE DUNDEE IN LOS ANGELES (PG) 12:50, 2:50, 7:10 THE FORSAKEN (R) 4:50, 9:10 place all to myself A robin has found the perfect place for a nest in the burnt rafters of the shed at the transfer site. During the week, the robin has the place to herself. On Saturdays, she has to compete with all the action of those dumping their trash. FREE Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad O Hastings 4 nv*' 1 1 WWW.GQTI.COM 1 1 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 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer 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) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a m. Evening Worship....................6 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 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 rime After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebratio 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ol Nashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Phone. (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service.................................. 7p Wed. Service ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class : 10:50a 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 Wednesday Evening: Worship ............ 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 . PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W..orship.......... 0 a.m. 11 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School .................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 a m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Svnodt MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH • Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ a.m. 616-795-9030 �The Maple Vafley News. NashvSe. Tuesday, May 22, 2001 - Page 3 Vermontville Women's Club wins Michigan Week award by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Women's Club has received a Michigan Week 2001 Community Achievement Award from the state for community service. Nominated by the coun­ cil for its various commu­ nity service projects, the club was honored at a Marshal luncheon, spon­ sored by the Marshall Rotary Club today (Tuesday, May 22). The Women’s Club has donated numerous times to the village and area since 1940. In the letter of nomina­ tion, written by Clerk Shirley Harmon, the club is sited for its recent dona- tions and contributions, such as furniture for chil­ dren in the library, trees planted at the museum. Christmas baskets for the needy, trees for revitaliz­ ing downtown and new vil­ lage limits signs. Appointed Second Vice President Sandy Haas said that the club is very pleased with the award There's a and happy the council nominated the dub. "The dub meets the first of September through May and we get a lot done in that time... I am very proud to go and represent the dub and receive this." Haas said the dub owes a good measure of its suc­ cess to the current presi­ dent of the dub, JoeAnn Nehmer. She said Nehmer has been very motivating. See us for color copying, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS ®1351 N. M-43 Hwy.. । Hastings. At the gray bam or call 945-9105 Introducing THRIFT CHECKING at Eaton Federal. After opening a new THRIFT CHECKING account with a $50.00 deposit, there's NO MINIMUM BALANCE required. So more ofyou money is available to you. There's no per check charge or monthly service charge, so go ahead and write as many checks as you need. What about direct deposit ofyour Social Security, retirement plan benefits and payroll or government checks? ... We make it easy to switch these to your THRIFT CHECKING ACCOUNT. checking accounts Don't forget to check out all of our other services... you may just find a BIG DIFFERENCE there too! For instance, NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO TAKE CARE OF ALL THOSE SUMMER HOME REPAIRS WITH AN EATON FEDERAL EQUITY LOAN. We're your friendly hometown bank! Thrift checking is non-interest bearing account and there are no requirements to maintain additional accounts the qualify for Thrift Checking. ATMs at ALL 5 locations!! 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 LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 22, 2001 - Page 4 Early Four’s program plans open house May 20 Early Four's students Corey Hricovsky, AJ Schriener, and Jordan Vierk (from left) ilov beina "builder's" at the museum. 474 S. MAIN, VERMONTVILLE, MI 49096 PHONE 726-1518 • FAX 517-726-0232 CLOSED MONDAYS TUES - THUR 11 AM-10 PM FRI-SAT 11 AM 12 MID SUN 4 PM-10 PM । We Deliver by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Early Four's program, has had a full year, and will be host­ ing an open house Wednesday, May 30, from 4 to 5 p.m. to welcome next year's students. Early Four's is a free school readiness program four days a week, half days with busing available within the district. Chil­ dren must be 4. years old by Dec. 1, 2001. "We have about 15 to 20 students signed up for next Early Four students Brooke Aiken, McKenzie Cornwell, and Jack Elliston enjoy fishing at a recent trip to the Grand Rapids Art Museum. year already," said teacher Jennifer Lunquist. "We can take up to 36, and would love to be full by the time school is out." This year's class had been busy with projects and trips. Right now the children are "growing" but- terflies and have planted a flower garden. "We went to the Chil­ dren's Museum in April and they had a grand time," said teacher Sarah Marion. "It was all handson activities." Marion said the class is Engagements Sleeper-McGuire sity and is employed at BIS­ SELL, Inc. in Grand Rapids as a computer tech special­ ist. The couple are planning a July 28 wedding. holding a graduation cer­ emony on June 6 in the high school auditorium. "It will have a Sesame Street theme. The kids have learned songs and we will have a slide show, we even have caps and gowns," said Lundquist. "There will be a reception following the graduation with refreshments." Both Lundquist and Mar­ ion are looking forward to filling spots for next year. "We have never turned anyone away, we have al­ ways found qualifications for people to get into this free program," said Lundquist. Cafe Michael and Janice McGuire of East Grand Rapids, MI wish to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter Kelly Grace to Jeff Sleeper, who is the son of LeRoy and Barbara Sleeper ofVermontville. Kelly is a graduate of East Grand Rapids High School and received her bachelors of International Business for Davenport University. Jeffis a graduate ofMaple Valley High School and Grand Valley State Univer- For delicious... * Calzones • Shrimp * Fish & Chicken Baskets Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Tuesday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or tots of parking in back - Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-9320 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 22, 2001 - Page 5 ‘Voice of Praise’ to sing June 3 at Chester Gospel MAPLE VALLEY Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE ** Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansin g -realestate.com o»*oaTverrv Broker, HMS realtob'I MLS.. Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI......................................................................... Eves 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)......................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).................................................................................. 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, May 27th 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. 1369 E. Musgrove LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES Members of the “Voice of Praise” music ensemble, which will visit Chester Gospel Church June 3. “Voice of Praise,” a music ensemble from Frontier School ofthe Bible will pre­ sent a program of sacred music at the Chester Gospel Church, 3744 W. Vermont­ ville Highway, Charlotte, Sunday, June 3, at 11 a.m. The 12-voice choir, under the direction of Ken Stems, consists of students from Michigan and across the United States. Pastor Marc S. Livingston and the congregation of the Chester Gospel Church extend an invitation to all in the community to attend. For more information, please call 543-5488. Library. This equipment will complement the computer­ generated posters and sig­ nage being used with a more polished, professional look. Upcoming events will be the “Skip Day,” now in the planning by tjhe. committee, usually a surprise to members. Also, incoming President Mary Fisher will be organizing the summer reading program to be announced later. The GFWC Vermontville is made up of women in the Vermontville and surround­ ing area. They follow the guidelines set up by the fed­ eration, supporting their causes and doing communi­ ty service to the area. New members are always wel­ come. The next general meeting will be in September. Call club President Mary Fisher at 726-0670 for more infor­ mation. Basic Ball’ classes set at Hayes Green Beach The Wellness Center, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, in Charlotte, will offer a “Basic Ball — CardioLite” class. There are two free sampler classes on Tuesday, May 29, and Thursday, June 1, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. The public is invited to join a complete *169,900!! 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl Your Host... siding, windows, brick patio, Jerry Reese built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com-East ofM-66 1 1/2 mile plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 on Musgrove. miles off M-66. (CH-126) workout to learn basic body training to improve abdomi­ nal and back strength, flexi­ bility and balance. The sec­ ond half hour of class con­ tains easy cardio condition­ ing, with toning and stretch­ ing. All adults and seniors are welcome. The class also encourages a sense of belonging, laughter and the chance to make new friends. Cheryl Jackson will lead the classes, and may be con­ tacted at (517) 543-9575 for further information. Please call and register for the sam­ pler classes at least 24 hours prior to the day of the class. Register in the lower level of the Professional Office Building at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, 123 Lansing Road in Charlotte or call (517) 543-9575. Miscellaneous FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI. 49055. (616)628-2056 days or (616)624-6215 evenings. $184,900! ON 3 ACRES BETWEEN NASHVILLE 8T HASTINGS Nice country home, 4 bed­ rooms, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the fam­ ily. Large barn on the property. Call Nyle. (CH-129) Priced to buy $51,00011! NASHVILLE GFWC-Vermontville wraps up season Vermontville General Federation Women’s Club members wrapped up the year with a potluck dinner at the home of.club member Rachel Wider. Reviewing the craft show at the Syrup Festival, it was felt by all that it was very successful. The club received $692.52 in dona­ tions. This year, for the first time, members sold maple syrup for the Maple Syrup Association, according to President Joe Ann Nehmer. A total of $539.26 has been donated to the Revue Theater Group through the club’s popcorn sale at the play. The most recent was “Fiddler on the Roof” and “Pinocchio.” The Vermontville Village has planted all the new trees on Main Street in the busi­ ness area, donated by the Women’s Club. Also, the. club purchased laminating machine and sup­ plies for the Vermontville Lake Odessa JUST LISTED: 10 ACRES EAST OF VERMONTVILLE ON MAIN ROAD. TWo bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (N-128) BEAUTIFUL HIGH WOODED SETTING. "COUNTRY HOME" ON 4.9 ACRES Extra wooded acre available. 3 bedroom, walkout basement ranch, 2 baths, all tastefully decorated. Many “newer" improvements include windows, doors, carpeting roof, vinyl siding dr pump. 2-car garage plus pole barn 30x40 w/drains dr electric. Call Homer for more details. (CH-125) Newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim throughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call Jerry. .(CH-124) ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN & RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live downstairs ^fi^z^kpt downstai reJ^Rf( r NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK 4 bedroom, 11/2 bath home, large kitchen, open stairway fir 2 car attached garage, great family home!! Call Nyle today to find out how to use your tax return to purchase this home. (N-121) it Spacious liiy/fg areas, oak trim fir pock­ et doors, fireplace with formal dining room; great invest­ ment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (N-118) 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 dr has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front dr rear stairs. Call Homer for more details dr appointment to (N-117) see. IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME $269,900! WEST OF HASTINGS!! Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring fir cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreci­ ate. Call Jerry for all the "info". New Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) CHARMING HOME IN HASTINGS BRICK RANCH 2 bedroom brick ranch w/great curb appeal, largeliving room, to town fir lo maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for showing fir details today. (H-95) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com 495 495 495 7WA 71/2A 71/2 A ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) VACANT LAND 220 220 220 Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (N-116) 3JAHA 2 | 3 I Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) NASHVILLE 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) JI«A<<entral air heater, good roof, 3 <entral air fir fir season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-119) "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fire­ place, huge master suite on second floor. Call Nyle for all the "info". (CH-122) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 22,2001 - Page 6 Teachers honored, from front pg. tration building instead of renovating the portable, as previously planned. Volz said the structure was found to be not struc­ turally sound, and said the Debra Clift is honored by Superintendent Clark Volz for her 25 years with the district. William Dodge (from left) and Terrence Mix receive five year awards. class thinks it could build an addition (where meet­ ings are held) onto the ex­ isting -structure for the same amount of money, $20,000. • Approved $38,900 for an underground irrigation system for the high school athletic complex, and two new practice fields. • Heard from Marion Alexander, a parent in the district, that he is not in favor of the all-day alternate-day kindergarten plan recently approved by the board. He said the decision was not in the best interest of the children, saying children learned better through repetition. Rose Cerny and Shelly Swift (from left) were honored for ten years with the district. Volz told him there was a forum for this issue planned for 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, May 24, at Fuller for parents and staff to talk about the matter. David Gilding receives a 20 year award at the meeting last week. New playground planned at Maplewood Elementary Also honored at the meeting was Carol Satterly, high school speech teacher. She is retiring and has been with the district 34 years. Here, Ward Rooks (right) talks about some of his favorite times working with Satterly while Superintendent Clark Volz and Carol look on. Quality that’s affordable You don't sacrifice quality hay when you buy the affordable nine-foot Model 488 Haybine® mowerconditioner.This trouble-free e hay conditioner has a dean-cutting header, rubber conditioning flk rolls, no-tools adjustments, and a choice of W Jr swath or windrow. kwhouaid A by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maplewood Elementary School will have a new playground for the upcom­ ing academic year, as ap­ proved at last week's Maple Valley Board of Education meeting. The bid for playground equipment was awarded to Egan Tooley and Doile Company for Miracle Recreation Equipment in the amount of $44,582, and not to exceed $50,000 in bond money. The PTO donated $14,000 for the new play­ ground and that money will go toward excavation and new blacktop. The new playground was researched for quite some time, said Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport. "We have had a com­ mittee of parents, teachers and playground supervisors working on this all year," he said. "One of my top goals this year was to get a playground that was age appropriate for these kids." "We have been taking teams to different schools to see what kind of play­ grounds they have and we found most of them em­ phasize upper body excersises for this age group." "We had four major pre- sentations to give us some idea of what each com­ pany could offer, we also asked the kids to look through the catalogs these companies brought in and add their input," Davenport said. The Maplewood princi­ pal said the new play­ ground will include nine different upper body excersises, and tall spiral slide, 16 swings, six basketball hoops, four tether ball sets and a new soccer field and ashphalting will be redone. "The soccer field that will be put in is very im­ portant to the kids," he said. "To say that everyone is very excited about this is an understatement. It was long overdue, and it will be great to have a playground to match the Ue/tpst/ta g Small Sq. Bales, Round Bales, Mower Conditioners, P.T. Forage Harvesters. Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville • mvi@mvcc.com 517-852-1910 •Financing available to qualified buyers • • • • quality building that Maplewood has and its ball diamonds." "The PTO has raised $14,000 for this... I am very impressed with the amount of work that has gone into this project. (Superintendent Clark) Volz gets a lot of the credit. He helped me every step of the way and sup­ ported us in making this happen." Call for Classifieds 945-9554 «r 1-800-870-7085 The Dog House & ® Pet Grooming vStiJgG h) Professional Grooming ofAU Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Offering Pickup and Qelivery Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, ■ Now Groomer Vermontville, MI 49096 foa/e/tS Geraniums • Bulk Seeds Liners (Made to order) Flower and Vegetable Plants Ornamental Iron NOW OPEN! 18 Packs to a Flat and 54 Plants to a Flat • 4W Plus tax 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • (517) 566-8253 9Take M‘43 W0St ,0 Sunfield Hwy- north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; No Sundays : �The Macle Valiev News. Nashville, Tuesday, May 22, 2001 — Page 7 FROM OUR READERS PHOTO Center Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Meeting on kindergarten options will be important To the editor: I am a resident of Ver­ montville and have school age children that will enter kindergarten in the Maple Valley School district this fail. An open forum meeting to discuss the. fall semester kindergarten program at Fuller Street School is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, May 24. This meeting will take place at Fuller Street School (located in Nashville). No­ tification of this meeting, as I understand from Su­ perintendent Clark Volz, will be sent out to all those registered for the fall 2001 kindergarten program. I am not exactly sure how the meeting will op­ erate, however, I under­ stand people will be given the opportunity to provide feedback supporting either alternate day/full day or half day/every day kinder­ garten. I encourage all those with children entering kindergarten this fall in the Maple Valley School dis­ trict to attend this meeting and let their preferences of kindergerten programs be known. It is my under­ standing from Superinten­ dent Volz that feedback Hearty Meals Wednesday, May 23 Meatloaf, mashed w/gravy, California blend, dinner roll, fresh apple. Thursday, May 24 Broccoli cheese soup: crackers, cauliflower, com, treat. Friday, May 25 Macaroni and cheese, peas and carrots, stewed toma­ toes, mixed fruit. Monday, May 28 Memorial Day. TUesday, May 29 Lemon chicken, cauli­ flower, carrots, seasoned rice, cookie. Lite Meals Wednesday, May 23 Pork and swiss, ww bread, pea and cheese salad, plums. Thursday, May 24 Meatloaf, ww bread, cole slaw, peaches. NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... We will be closed May 26-27-28 for Memorial Day - weekend F. Evelyn Kiessling APS Processing OLIVET ,F. Evelyn Kiessling, 89, of Olivet, Michigan, died May 14, 2001. Mrs. Kiessling was bom 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Friday, May 25 Chicken salad, 3-bean sal ad, dinner roll, pineapples. Monday, May 28 Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 29 Egg salad, cucumber sal­ ad, ww bread, applesauce. Events Wednesday, May 23 ■ Hastings, craft/nail day; Nashville, Red-Yellow day, legal aid, SS benefits; Delton, Red-Yellow day. Thursday, May 24 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, Potluck with Hastings. Friday, May 25 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday party. Monday, May 28 - All sites closed, have a wonder­ ful Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 29 - puzzle day; Nashville, puzzle day. CHERYL’S I HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI JI 517-852-2377 a 35mm Film Processing panoramic COA MEALS, EVENTS B^+C from this meeting will help decide which kindergarten program will operate for the 2001 school year. Changes to this date and time may occur, therefore, be on the lookout for any communication from the school to the parents of fall 2001 kindergarter children. Marion Alexander. Vermontville FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! INe want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs y| Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children | TANNING *4 *15 *25 *40 per visit Walk-ins 5 visit Package 10 Visit Package 20 Visit Pkg. (Must be used within 3 months) California Tan & Australian Cold Lotions Malibu Treatments Available We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues-Thun, 8 am-8 pm; Fri. S am-7 p.m.; Sat 8 am-12 noon Downtown Nashville • 8S2-1757 March 4, 1912 in Fremont, Ohio, the daughter of Oscar J. and Lottie Stierwalt. She is survived by son Richard (Brigitte) Kiessling ofOlivet; one grandson, Jeff (Lisa) Kiessling and one great granddaughter, Logan; brothers, Don Stierwalt of Fremont, Ohio and Jack (Harriet) Stierwalt ol Columbus, Ohio. She was preceded in death by husband, George; grand­ daughter, Jennifer; and sis­ ter, Mildred. Memorial servic service; uwere uw held Thursday, Ma ’ 17, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home. Rev. Carl Spangenbufg offi­ ciated. Interment was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Tiffin, Ohio. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home. True Value to host I ROC car today Village True Value Lumber will be host to the True Value IROC (International Race of Champions) show car today, May 22, from noon to 6 p.m. True Value invites cus­ tomers to see one of its state-of-the-art IROC cars, as well as Bobby Labonte's Talladega pace car at the store on 1019 First St. Visitors can register for prizes which include one $50 True Value gift cer­ tificate, tickets to the June 16 race in Kalamazoo, five True Value hats, one T-shirt for "dad", five blinky lights and five sets of True Value Racing ear plugs. Village True Value Lumber is one of more that 7,000 True Value locations with more than $18 billion in retail sales. For more in­ formation on True value and individual True Value locations or to shop through their on-line product catalog, visit the True Value web site at www.truvalue.com. Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives $A95 s 8x10 as low as 5x8 - $2.50 ^^nRubber ubbe stampS CUStOffl or(jer » celMnking • S Check our prices Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $4IWQ5 0 as low as 2501-color DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON Looking for Specialty Papers? * Second Set of Prints 35mm or APS ^9*P We have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures with original processing Offer ^ood thmJul)H, J001 NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 . Gray Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 0:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 22, 2001 - Page 8 Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET - Sunday, May 27. One Million Antiques. 400 exhibitors. Food, picnic areas. Show rain or shine. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. $3.00 admission. Free parking at the fairgrounds, right in Al­ legan, Michigan. Info (616)735-3333 Automotive '99 CAMARO V-6, 24,600 miles, warranty, alarm, remote locks, 5 speed, sharp, need pay off (616)945-5748. Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or. discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper arc available on an equal opportunity basis. To report'discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- BOB BRUMM CUSTOM SERVICES, INC. Plumbing repair & replacement, bath­ room remodeling & light construction. Licensed & in­ sured. (517)852-9080 BULLDOZING: 2909. (616)948- WOODLAND BUILDING PRODUCTS: Arcore win­ dow dealer, best vinyl window on market. We also do vinyl siding. Call for a free estimate, 1-877-794-0444. SANDRA SCHILZ-HOME HEALTH CARE. M-Th, 7am-5pm. 8650 Butler Rd., Nashville, MI. 49073. Phone (517)852-1538 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call 517-726-1005 or 517-204-7451. Card ofThanks THANK YOU from Charles & Tillie Tubbs for our 25th Anniversary cards & gifts. Special thanks to all those who helped surprise us with the ad in the paper. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 NationalAds HORSE SHOEING & TRIMMING: Richard Laws, (616)948-8388. INSTALLER (BURGLAR & fire), to $14/hour + benefits, (perma­ nent), will train, (616)949­ 2424, Jobline fee. NLXRM ASSEMBLY, PRODUCTION, PACKAGING to $12/hour and excellent ben­ efits, all shifts available, en­ try level, paid training, (616)949-2424, Jobline fee. Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held June 14 through June 29 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $11.05 per hour. To ensure the safety..pf our resi­ dents and staff, all applicants are subje'et to crimi­ nal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by June 7 at: BOOKKEEPING/DATA •ENTRY, CLERICAL to $12/hour and excellent ben­ efits, friendly staff will to train. Need ASAP, (616)949­ 2424, Jobline fee. ^ornapple CATALOG/RUNWAY MODELS, TO $100/hour, training now, males/females, (616)949-2424, Jobline fee. 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE 0 jg]gJ2ISfSJ3ISJ3f3J@I3J3JSf@l3lE!J5IS!5IBI31SJ5I31 0 POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. STOCKER/WAREHOUSE TO $14.74/HOUR + great benefits, 401 (k) + raises, ma­ jor company, (616)949-2424, Jobline fee. Secretary/Student Support Center Hours: 7 hours/day Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Fann EARN s 10.05 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN 1 For Rent NASHVILLE: VERY NICE 1 bedroom house, attached ga­ rage, (517)852-9386. Monday through Friday Qualifications': Real Estate High school graduate, secretarial associate degree or equivalent training preferred Three years of secretarial experience preferred Computer experience required Good organizational and communication skills Must be able to compose correspondence, proof­ read and correct materials using proper grammar, spelling and punctuation Self-initiative and public relations skills Basic accounting skills Ability to work cooperatively with staff at all levels Secretarial skills test required KALKASKA COUNTY: 6.69 beautifully wooded acres ad­ joining public land. Short drive to torch Lake. Includes driveway, cleared site, elec­ tric. $26,900, $500 down, $330/month, 11% land con­ tract, Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3118, www.northernlandco.com Responsibilities may include handling student related needs, answering the phone, taking daily attendance, general office duties, liaison with vol­ unteers and community organizations, assisting students with first aid when necessary, distribution of medication, contacting parents when student is sick or injured; other duties as may be assigned by administration. Application should be made to Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway. Vermontville, MI 49096 by May 25, 2001 Propane marketers pay $2 for out-of-date tanks Michigan propane con­ sumers can earn money when they bring their bar­ becue tanks to two area participating marketers this grilling, season. Beginning Wednesday, May 23, several area mar­ keters will offer money for old propane barbecue tanks. Consumers will re­ ceive $2 for each tank. The two area marketers are Alto LP Gas Company of Alto (616-868-6242) and Kent Oil Propane of Nashville (517-852-9210). This cylinder recovery effort is a result of chang­ ing industry standards that will make many of the 20Ib. tanks in circulation un­ able to be refilled. A regu­ lation taking effect in the coming months requires any propane tank filled in Michigan must have an overfill prevention device (OPD) attached. An OPD is a safety de­ vice" that prevents small propane tanks from being filled beyond the maxi­ mum limit. The cylinder recovery program is being under­ written by a grant received by the Michigan Propane Gas Association. The Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs has endorsed the propane association's efforts to maintain a safe propane industry.. "The Michigan propane industry has an excellent safety record and their cylinder recovery program is a great preventative safety measure," said Jim Carr, Michigan Associa­ tion of Fire Chiefs presi­ dent. Carr is also the Kentwood fire chief. The Michigan Propane Gas Association estimates there are thousands of bar­ becue tanks, due to age, do not conform with the state's new safety regula­ tion. "The $2 bounty per tank, up to five tanks, is a greater opportunity for the public to make a little cash and make Michigan a safer place," said Terry Rhoads, recovery project chairman. How it Works Con­ sumers with out-of-date propane tanks can contact the Michigan Propane Gas Association for a list of participating marketers in ihcii area at (517) 485­ 5960 or visit the Web site SECURITY OFFICER I 0 IBJBfBfBJBJBJBJBJBIBIBjBIBJBIBJEIBJBIBJBJglgJBjgj [□ Pinkerton, Inc., and Burns Int'l. Security Services is seeking a security professional for a position in the Olivet area. • Full-time, third shift, weekends included • Starting pay is $7.50 per hour • Must pass state requirements • Previous experience is not necessary. • Must be drug-free • Immediate medical, dental, vision and life insurance available To apply in person, go to: PINKERTON/BURNS INT'L. SECURITY 25 West Michigan Avenue, Ste. 810 Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 1-616-660-2200 Fax 616-660-2715 E-mail: p$tone®burnsintl.com Pinkerton, IncJBums International Security Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. lines or properly dispose of at www.mipaa.org. Consumers bring the them. Other participating marpropane tanks to their area marketer to receive the $2 keters include Purity bounty. Consumers can re-Cylinder of Grand Rapids, turn up to five tanks. Gas Production Company The Michigan Propane of Vestaburg, Ottawa LP Gas Association will, de-Gas of Grand Haven, Crys­ pending the condition of tal Flash of Grand Rapids the tanks, refurbish the and Holton's LP Gas Comtanks to meet state guide-pany of Gobles. Teller Part-Time Are you searching for a flexible, part-time position in a friendly and professional work environment? Hastings City Bank is seeking individuals who fit this description to fill positions that we currently have open in our: Bellevue Office The job requirements include: a general aptitude for math, good attention to detail, excellent customer relation skills and an outstanding work ethic. Basic computer knowledge is a plus. However, training will be provided. If this type of position looks interesting to you, please stop by the Human Resources Department at our Hastings location and complete an employment application. We are open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Our location is 150 W. Court St, Hastings, Mich. EEO/M-F The Nashville Water Dept, will be flushing water mains beginning 5-29. Water customers may experience rusty water during flushing. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 22, 2001 - Page 9 Try fish on the grill with free cookbook (NAPS)—While we tend to think of the familiar burgers, chicken and steak when it comes to grilling, don’t forget about the fish! Fish is a fast, easy and healthy option for the backyard barbecue. Anew consumer Web site, About seafood.com, now offers an online grilling cookbook with eight mouthwatering recipes, such as Grilled Caesar Hal­ ibut, Grilled Scallop Kabobs and Provencal Grilled Tuna. There is also an online sub­ scription-based Seafood Club that provides consumers with timely information on their favorite species, along with nutritional information and recipes. Ofcourse, Aboutsea food.com also features plenty ofseafood recipes, health and nutrition information, and a special “Fishy Stuff” section for kids. A few tips to remember when grilling fish: choose thick fillets or steak-cut fish, or use a grilling basket for smaller pieces or thinner fillets to make turning easier. Use skewers on shrimp, scallops, cubes offirm fish, or clam or oyster meats. Thread on some vegetables, such as hunks of squash, com, peppers, onions or cherry tomatoes, and you’ve got dinner on a stick. (You may want to pre-cook the vegetavegeta­ bles briefly, since the seafood will cook in a matter ofmin­ utes.) Marinades and rubs add terrific flavor, and seafood only has to be marinated for 30 minutes or so in the fridge before it’s ready to grill. Or just baste the fish or shellfish with your favorite mild bar­ becue sauce. Download the cookbook at www. aboutseafood. com. Grilled Salmon With Two-Tomato Ginger Relish Place salmon steaks in a glass dish. Pour 1 table­ spoon olive oil in a small bowl. Brush salmon with can be made 1 hour ahead. Place salmon on an oiled grill 4-5 inches from hot coals. Grill, brushing with oil and turning once, just until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork, allow­ ing approximately 10 minutes cooking time per inch thickness ofthe fish. To serve, divide tomato relish on plates and place hot fish on top. Or, serve relish on the side. olive oil and sprinkle with */i teaspoon pepper. Combine plum and yel­ low tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, *4 teaspoon pepper and remaining ingredients in a bowl. Note: the relish in the Maple ValleyHews andreach 1,000area homes. Call Makes 4 servings Nutrition analysisper serving: Calories 371; Fat 23.5g, Protein 33.2g Sodium 174mg; Cholesterol 102mg. 045-9554 todayloryour aCTION-hd! 4 (6-ounce) salmon steaks 3 tablespoons olive oil, Sports physicals will be June 8 Maple Valley High Fall — football (high School sports physicals are school); football cheer (high school); seventh, eighth, set for Friday, June 8. The location is the old ninth, junior varsity and gymnasium at the high varsity girls basketball; school. The time is 3-4:30 cross country (high school); p.m. for boys and 4:30-6 golf (high school); boys soccer (high School). p.m. for girls. Winter — Seventh, Athletes going into the seventh-12th grades are eighth, ninth, junior varsity and varsity basketball; eligible. Sports offered at Maple seventh,, eighth, ninth, Valley are as follows: jjunior varsity and basketball cheer; competitive cheer (high school); ..seventh, eighth, ninth, junior varsity and varsity volleyball; Secretary of State junior high and senior high mobile office to be wrestling. Spring — Ninth, junior in Vermontville varsity and varsity softball; The Michigan Secretary ninth, junior varsity and of State's Mobile office varsity baseball; girls and will be in Vermontville boys junior high and senior high track. from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday May 21, and from Physicals must be signed and dated by students and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday parents. May 22. The portable unit allows If you have any questions, call the high school office at residents to do any Secre­ tary of State transactions 852-9275 after 1 p.m. and ask for Sheila Dunn. right on site. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 divided *4 teaspoon pepper, divided 3 large plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and diced (about 1!4 cups) 2 yellow tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and diced 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons ginger, finely chopped 2 teaspoons lime or lemon juice 1 teaspoon soy sauce advertise yoI uI t garage sale I (517) 852-9565 We can save .you $10,000 oil a $100,000 Mortgage Save with our great rate, no-point, reduced fee, 15 year bi-weekly mortgage loan* Oh... and you will receive FREE checking, too! Our 15 year bi-weekly home mortgage loan provides an easy and affordable way to save you $10,000 in interest and finance charges. In addition to a great rate of 6.875% with an annual percentage rate of 6.936, no points and $75 reduction in our processing fee, you receive the benefit of making smaller and easier to manage payments which are automatically deducted from your Hastings City Bank account every two weeks. Over the life of the loan you reduce the total dollar amount of interest you pay because the principal is paid back sooner (in fact, the more you borrow, the more you save) What’s more... you are eligible for Homeowner Rewards that offers a free regular checking account, first order of checks free and more. To find out more, just visit your nearest Hastings City Bank office. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 www.hastingscitybank.com • Member FDIC *Offer only available on loans with 50% or more new money. Rates are subject to change, Available: to refinanced loans at a slightly higher rate. 20% down payment required. Property insurance required. 342 bi-weekly payments of$444.07 each. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 22, 2001 - Page 10 Powerlifting competition attracts more than 150 Cashel Harp does a bench press. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer More than 50 contes­ tants participated in the first annual Maple Valley Powerlifting Championships Saturday, May 12. This competition was the first for many Maple John Terberg does a dead lift at the power lifting competition. Great For Father’s Day! Michigan Streams and Lakes Stream MAP Brandon Hopkins doing a parallel squat at the competition. of Michigan LOST STREAM MAP FOUND AND The recently published STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map-known to Pennsylvania anglers as the "Lost Stream Map." The "Stream Map of Pennsylvania" was completed in 1965 after athirtyyear 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 after it first appeared in print. Incredibly, the printer entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of work to a landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's posses­ sion. Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under lock and key. Experts 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. Why every fisherman and boater needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which group you fall into... there's a sure way to up your odds... simply try new fishing waters. Fish where few lishermen ever fish. Michigan is loaded with great fishing waters...many of them over­ looked. From the AuSahle. 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. Professor Higbee's Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. I his new 4 foot by 4 foot color map shows virtually flu/eMoi flinbte.l-) all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan streams <Sc lakes. STREAMS RAVE REVIEWS "It is amazingly detailed and names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can't even be found on topographic maps." John Pitarres OBSERVER-DISPATCH-Utica FREELOCfflION GUIDEBOOK INCLUDED Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the "Stream Map." Your map and guidebook will take you to the top 443fishing waters-select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFETIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off surface, with brass eyelettes for easy hanging. "If you're looking for the most Send me 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid at $24 45 ea. definitive maps ever created depicting every single crr river, stream, pond a­ ... then "Professor. Stream Maps" are wk question the finest. Howard Brant THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER Send me 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED map(s) postage paid al $24.45 ea. Send me 4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED map(s) postage paid al $44.45 "It is in showing where to find out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman. Joe Gordon TRIBUNE-DEMOCRATJohnstown eck or money order enclosed $ ea. 2 - 3 DAY PRIORITY MAIL INCLUDED EACH ROLLED AND LAMINATED MAP SHIPPED IN A STURDY STORAGE TUBE Name Address. City. State Zip. Mail completed coupon with payment to: J-AD GRAPHICS 1351N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 490530188 Valley students. The team competed against Battle Creek Cen­ tral and Vandercook Lake School and took second place in the men's and women's divisions. The teams finished be­ hind Battle Creek Central. Earning individual honors were Cashel Harp, first place, and Kelly Wilson, second place. Kyle Lackscheide, Josh Cook, John Terberg, and Matt Root each took home sec­ ond place medals. Brandon Hopkins, and Bryan Smith finished in third place in their weight classes, while Paul Felder, Nick Jones and Eric Smith finished fourth, fifth and sixth, re­ spectively. "The whole day was a success, as Maple Valley looks to continue this suc­ cess in powerlifting throughout the next school year and beyond," said Athletic Director Mike Sparks. "It's great that these young men and women have an opportu­ nity to compete while in­ corporating the training that we have learned from our 'Bigger, Faster, Stronger clinic.' "In five short months we have seen amazing per­ formance increases and can the large number of volunteers who have helped run this event in­ cluding the athletic boost­ ers, Jack Pearl's Team Sports and Custom Strength Equipment of Hastings and the volun­ teers." Sparks said the school also has several pieces of used weight equipment that is for sale. Anyone in­ terested can call the school at 852-9275 and ask for Sparks or Jeff Seavolt. 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 Pip • 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 �Looking For a PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVERTOO SMALL! • Letterheads • Folders • Books • Business Cards • Annual Reports • Stickers • Brochures • Invitations • Flyers • Labels • Posters • Tags • Political Signs • Envelopes • Rubber Stamps • Tickets • Business Forms • Balloons • Newsletters • Calendars • Computer Forms • Catalogs I-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produci facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the KN! Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ------- ——■ 1 Hour or Next Day Processing • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 FOX (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 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, May 22, 2001 - Page 12 Lions still in hunt for SMAA baseball title Maple Valley swept SMAA rival Olivet last Thursday in varsity baseball doubleheader action to remain in contention for a league title. The Lions (14-4 overall and 10-1 in the SMAA) won the first game 6-0 in eight innings and came back to score a 15-10 victory in the seven-inning nightcap. A relay throw in the bottom of the seventh inning from Mike Hirneiss, to Eric Goris to catcher Jacob Cole kept Olivet off the scoreboard in the first game and allowed Maple Valley to go ahead in the top of the eighth. The Lions "got hot", in the words of coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, in their eighth with five consecutive hits as well as a couple of timely two-base raps. Travis Kersjes was 3-for-5 in the game, Ryan Goris 2for-4, Eric Goris l-for-4 with two RBI, Jeff Rhoades 2-for-5 and Chris Ripley 3for-4 with a double. Maple Valley managed 14 hits in the first game. Darin Thrun (6-1) was the winning pitcher, striking out seven and walking none. and walking one. Maple Valley along with Bellevue entered the week A number of errors were committed by both clubs in the second game, but Maple Valley still squeaked out a five-run triumph. Olivet led early 5-0 and 10-7 after three innings before Maple Valley rallied. Mike Hirneiss was 3-for-5 with a double, a triple and five RBI, Ryan Goris 2-for5 with a three-run homerun, Chris Ripley 2-for-3 with a triple and two RBI, Jacob Cole 2-for-4 and Jeff Rhoades 2-for-4. Mike Hamilton (6-0) was the winning pitcher, allowing seven hits, striking out two Maple Valley's track team placed second out of an 11team field at the May 11 Local priest moving to Battle Church better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number Father Chuck Fischer STAN TRUMBLE by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Parishioners at St. Rose Catholic Church in Hast­ ings and St. Cyril's Church in Nashville learned this week the Father Chuck Fischer will be moving to serve St. Phillips Church in Battle Creek at the end of June. Father Fischer has been at St. Rose for the past 10 years. He is well known to the families of the churches and the commu­ nity. His last services should be during the last week in June. ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 %Aluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TkzNo Pro(Pj?An PpjOftff,® Stocte Upfer Memorial ★ Day! T-Bone Steaks Deli Sliced ’’SS Cumberland Gap Ham ,^OPEN> HOt Dog_ s Porterhouse Steaks Other In-Store Specials! Chops $2 O 9 0I8u9c ^■l Fruit Drink Deli. 99* Amish Potato Salad Baked Beans Large Eggs Pepsi & Charcoal SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours (517) 852-2143 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems 1/2 gallon Country Maid Ice Cream Subscribe to the .. Hastings Banner► I 0 Ice Castle Twin Pops Pack 8 lb. bag Parade Wilson finished third in the shot put with a combined throw of 58-1. The 800 relay team of Alesia VanEngen, Stefanie Joostberns, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar set a new school record with a time of 1:49.5 May 15 in a double dual against Olivet and Lansing Christian. Maple Valley defeated Olivet by one point, 82-81, and Lansing Christian 135­ 6. The 800 team finished second behind Olivet. The old school record was set in 1992 by Retha Byrd, Robin Hale, Jennifer Phenis and Janet Boldrey. They ran the 800 in 1:49.6. Taking firsts for Maple Valley in the double dual were Carly Spitzley in the pole vault (9-0), Brieann Treloar in the high jump (5­ 0), Brieann Treloar in the 200 (27.1), the 3200 relay team of Holly Forest, Summer Hill, Muriel Wieland and Stefanie Joostberns (11:55) and the 400 relay team of Aleisha VanEngen, Donna Cripe, Micah Tobias and Megan Garvey (53.0). ’ LbJ sssssssssssssxsJvcsssssssss^pssgs. - gallon ~ IS1 s David Courer Relays held at Bath. The Lions scored 84 points. First place Bath tallied 102 points. First place achievers for Maple Valley were the 400 relay team of Aleisa VanEngen, Megan Garvey, Stefanie Joostberns and Brieann Treloar (52.6), the freshman distance relay team of Chayla Robles, Summer Hill, Megan Garvey and Stefanie Joostberns (11:05), the sprint medley team of Stefanie Joostberns, Megan Garvey, Aleisha VanEngen and Brieann Treloar (3:00.6), the long jump duo of Carly Spitzley and Brieann Treloar (28-3) and the high jump team of Carly Spitzley and Brieann Treloar (9-10). Second place finishers were the shuttle relay team of Ashley Gordeneer, Miranda Farr, Carly Spitzley and Sarah Cook (1:14.1), the pole vault team of Carly Spitzley and Ashley Gordeneer (17-6) and the discus ’duo of Sarah Cook and Cashel Harp (185­ 11). Cashel Harp and Kelly ’1 lb. frSaS. SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS^SSSSSSJSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS®. Bareman’s Ba reman’s 1 Dozen ~ Hamilton 12 Pack Cans Amish Monday. Bar S Jumbo Memorial Day 9 am-3 pm Whole save Milk 6o« battle Webberville at home Records set, wins achieved by track team There’s a or from with just one loss in SMAA play. The Lions Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 Spring i Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00»Prices good thru Saturday^ -/ * andge all the news of BarOlount Can 945-9554 — - - - : � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-05-29.pdf 90e2123a35d2b6f92b52a8f0c1dd6128 PDF Text Text HASTINGS fffflJCUBUff flrSTSrD CM*C"» I US POSTAGE ®ASDBGS ■ 4M58-1MB I r |HAS:: irtGS, ’ PEF'AIT NOjj Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 22/May 29, 2001 Tornado touched down near Vermontville by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter A storm Monday (May 21) that peeled shingles off a church roof and flipped a small airplane in Chester five miles east of Ver­ montville was declared a tornado Wednesday by the National Weather Service office in Grand Rapids. "These were fairly shal- low storms,” said meteorol­ ogist Ernie Ostuno who de­ termined that in all, 13 tor­ nadoes struck southwest lower Michigan that day. "They were very weak, but able to spin up some rather quick tornadoes." According to reports, many of the tornadoes were spawned low to the ground preventing detection by weather radar. The weakest classification on the "Fujita" scale, an ”F0" tornado, struck just south of Valley Highway and moved north parallel to Chester Road ending six miles away just north of Gresham Highway at 2:15 p.m. The tornado was estimated to have been 50 yards wide with a maximum wind speed of 70 mph when it struck the Chester Gospel Church urch at 3744 Vermontville Highway. "A man near the church saw the tornado approaching and described it making a chugging sound like a steam train," according to a state­ ment by the National Weather Service. "There Nashville police committee vacancy filled by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Ed Sheldon will take Ralph Kirk's place on the Nashville police commit­ tee, after Kirk resigned that seat at the last coun­ cil meeting. Dan Kellogg will chair the committee, which Kirk had previously done, and Kirk will be added to the finance committee, with Ed Sheldon leaving that committee. Kirk said he resigned from the committee after being accused of being part of a conspiracy to eliminate the police de­ partment. Audience member Gary White told the council at this meeting, that he was bothered by the use of his name at the public meet­ ing with out the council contacting him on the mat­ ter before hand. He also chided the council for putting an in­ experienced council mem­ ber into the position as chairman of the commit­ tee. White asked if the minutes of the meeting, which were prepared by Kirk were going to be changed to reflect "what really happened at the meeting." White was at the com­ mittee meeting and he said last Thursday that he did not think anyone was accused as being part of a conspiracy. In other business the council: • Decided not to seek the maximum allowable 14.4871 mill levy by hav­ ing a public truth in taxa­ tion hearing, but will take the rollback to 13.9483, and avoid the hearing. Council member Frank Dunham said that he felt that decision could nega­ tively affect the village in the future, as costs to op­ erate the village rise. "We are really missing the boat here," he said. "This could in time have a negative effect on the vil­ lage." He said he advocated having a public hearing for the slightly higher millage, saying at least that would promote deeper discussion on the matter. Councilman Steve Wheeler said, "We could always trust the voters if we need, to extra money to override Headlee if we need to." Ed Sheldon, Dunham, and Karen Banks voted no, but the measure passed 4­ 3. • Heard from audience members who said they were concerned about roller bladers and skate boarders who were going down the hill by Putnam Park. They said it was See council, pg. 2 may have been multiple funnels known as suction vortices with this tornado." And, an airplane owned by a Chester Road resident was destroyed and the wooded area surrounding his residence was damaged, ac­ cording to a news release from the Eaton County Sheriffs Department. A tornado warning was issued for Eaton County at about 12:30 p.m. after Doppler Radar detected a tornado five miles south­ west of Charlotte moving northeast. No warnings were issued for Barry County where an F0 tornado struck a farm at Yankee Springs Road and North M-37 flattening an old bam. Ionia County also fell victim to a tornado when an F0 tornado struck 2 miles northwest of Clarksville and traveled one mile cutting a silo in half and lifting the roofs off of two barns. "It was 50 yards wide," stated the National Weather Service. "Several trees were (also) damaged." Also among the 13 tor­ nado touchdowns in the area May 21 were reports that: • A home four miles west of Richland in Kalamazoo County was destroyed by what the National Weather Service later ruled was an "F2" tornado at 2:30 p.m. The funnel has a one mile long track and a width of 150 yards. "Several homes were damaged and one home de­ stroyed," said the NWS. "Power lines were downed and trees blocked roads." • An "FO" tornado traveled .06 mile in Kent County near Grandville at 2:35 p.m. causing tree damage and peeling siding from a house. • In Allegan and Kent counties at 2:50 p.m., an "F0" tornado touched down on Round Lake and moved 1.6 miles north across the eastern edge of Green Lake and continued into Kent County ending just north of 108th Street. "Although this storm passed over dozens of homes, no structural dam­ aged was noted," said the National Weather Service. "At the north end of Round Lake, a wooden dock was lifted out of the water and thrown into the trees." Eyewitnesses included three people who saw the tornado moving across Round Lake and a man who saw trees bending as the tornado passed near his See weather, pg. 2 Vermontville artist creates mural for stage by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Drawing from his expe­ rience as an artist, and in­ spiration from historical photographs, Fred Mc­ Cauley of Vermontville has created a mural for the stage on Main Street. McCauley said he did a lot of research into the mu­ ral, and decided to make it from a compilation of his­ torical photos, depicting maple sap collecting. The mural depicts a man collecting sap from a maple tree. "It is not from one photo, I used several different ones to come up with the Fr^d McCauley stand by the mural he painted in downtown Vermontville. picture for the mural, I used pictures from the li­ brary and I kind of made my own interpretation of it,” McCauley explained. The mural was made from four panels in Mc­ Cauley's basement. The painting took him more than six months, and he mixed his own colors for the work. "I worked on it quite a bit, but not during hunting season," he said with a smile. "I tried to stay with red, blue and yellow. "I mix colors to get the color I want." Staying true to using his­ torical sources, McCauley said he did all the lettering on the mural from lettering in previous syrup festival brochures. The mural, he said will be hinged so that during festival it can be displayed by the sugar shack. McCauley has a degree in commercial illustration, and does that work Dart time. He said he does a lot of wildlife art and has com­ peted and placed in art competitions around the state, including the Michi­ gan United Conservation Club Artist of the Year award, where his art was displayed as one of the top 10 at the Civic Center in Lansing. Syrup Corporation Gene Fisher said the art work was an amazing asset to the community. "He did a great job," said Fisher. "He thought the whole thing up from scratch, and it really sets the stage off. It beautifies the whole town and looks really good." "We just hope people enjoy it, it is really an as­ set for Vermontville." In This Issue • Vermontville exchanges local officials with Lyons • Accused rapist bound over to circuit court • Students honored at Awards Night cere­ monies • Maple Valley graduates recognized �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 2 Vermontville exchanges local officials with Lyons The officials from Lyons and Vermontville enjoy lunch at the First Congregational Church last Monday. Officials from Lyons, Michigan, visit with Vermontville officials last week. Day Monday, May 21. The group from Lyons toured many area attrac­ tions and buildings, includ­ ing the Maple Manor and by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville hosted of­ ficials from Lyons, Mich., as part of Mayor Exchange Sidewalk (afe For delicious... Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp • Fish & Chicken Baskets Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or lots ofparking in back - Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-9320 Museum, the Opera House, schools and village park and memorials. At the high school, the band played for the group and they even had the chance to tour classrooms, and met the seventh­ graders' pet turtle. The group said they thought the tour was going very well and particularly appreciated being escorted in Lloyd Wolever's two vintage cars: a 1949 Dodge, and a 1929 Model A car. "It has been a very in- Nashville council, continued from front page-------dangerous. • Approved a raffle ap­ plication for the fire de­ partment to raffle off a quilt during the car show Saturday, June 16. • Decided to look further into milage reimburse­ ment, and how that is ap­ proved, after the subject of Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... eal Pe°ple- Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to TRUMBLE AGENCY help-in good times and in bad-year after year. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7Aa The visitors from Lyons were escorted around in these two vintage cars owned by Lloyd Wolever. Prt6&*n’ TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 raising the rate from 22 cents to 34 1/2 cents a mile came up. The Internal Revenue Service standards are 34 1/2 cents. • Approved a request from the Nashville Garden Club to paint trash con­ tainers. • Decided after much discussion to look into consolidating the Depart­ ment of Public Works trac­ tors, while still looking into purchasing a new one. Tornado touches down, continued from front page house near Green Lake. A total of 17 tornadoes were reported in Eaton County from 1950 to 1997, with none reported in the county in the last four years. The last tornado known to have struck in Barry County occurred in 1995 when a funnel knocked over a toy windmill and broke some panes of glass on Gackler Road in Thornapple Town­ ship, said Barry County Emergency Management Di­ rector John Hislop. "It was basically insignif­ icant," said Hislop. The last time a death re­ sulted from a tornado in the county was March 28, 1920, when four deaths were reported in the Kalamazoo, Barry and Eaton tri-county region. "We've been very lucky," said Hislop. teresting day," said Kenton Eavey, visiting mayor. The group enjoyed a lunch prepared by the ladies of the First Congregational Church. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! land’s ^ace The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 174 S. MAIN, VERMONTVILLE Ml 49096 PHONE 726-1518 • FAX 517-726-0232 CLOSED MONDAYS Tuesday - Thursday 11 AM-10 PM Friday & Saturday 11 AM 12 Midnight Sunday 4 PM-10 PM We Deliver Delivery in Nashvill $2.00 Extra �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 3 Accused rapist bound over to circuit court by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Walter Planck choked and threatened to kill a 26year-old Nashville woman and her unborn baby as she fought with him to avoid being raped in his car early May 2 near Nashville, the victim testi­ fied in Barry County Dis­ trict Court Friday. "I told him I was preg­ nant, hoping it would make him stop," said the victim, "And he said he'd kill me and my baby and then said he wouldn't kill me and my baby." Planck, 53, of Thornap­ ple Lake Road near Nashville, was bound over to Barry County Circuit Court Friday on three counts of first degree and one count of second de­ gree criminal sexual con­ duct following the testi­ mony from the victim and from Sgt. Tim Rowse of the Barry County Sheriffs Department. The victim said she had gone to the Outboard Bar in downtown Nashville at about 11 p.m. May 1 with friends after leaving her car at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. According to her testi­ mony, the woman and three of her female friends were at the bar where they drank until last call. The victim and one friend "were just messing around" she said when they pulled up their shirts exposing their bras. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 945-2243 1-800-53^-7203 $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students A Late Shows Frl & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25e Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View r PEARL HARBOR SHOWS VAUD 5/29 ■ 5/31 OPEARL HARBOR (PG-13) OISITAl/STADIUM SE»TI<C 11:30, 3:00, 6:30, 10:00 (PG) O SHREK 0I6ITAUSTADIUM SEATING I: 00, 3:10, 5:10, 7:00, 9:00 (PG-13) I1: 40, 2:10, 4:30, 7:10, 9:40 A KHIGHT'S TALE THE MUMMY RETURHS (PG-13) 11:50, 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50 1 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad @ Hastings 4-mv II WWW.GQTI.COM Si* Walter Planck Planck told police he had also gone to the Out­ board Bar that night to drink and play pool after working his shift at Keny­ on's Service in Ver­ montville. "I guess he was sup­ posed to be in the bar that night but I don't remember seeing him," she said. "My friend said later he was bumming cigarettes off of her." Later, the victim and her friends left the bar, drove around and stopped at the Shell gas station looking for more beer, she said. After about an hour, she asked to be dropped off at the bank where she real­ ized she did not have her house keys, she said. "I had left them in my car at the golf course so I started walking down Main Street," she said. "I got to the bridge and a red car pulled up and all I could think of was I didn't want to walk up that hill." The woman does not know Planck and had never seen his car before, she testified. Planck, she said, "just asked me if I wanted a ride. But instead of taking her to the golf course on M-66 just north of the village, Planck drove past, she tes­ tified. "I asked, 'what are you doing?' and he said he- had to pee," she said. Meanwhile, Barry County Sheriff Sgt. Tim Rowse who was in town to assist Nashville police of­ ficer Bill Gutschke on a previous matter, noticed Planck's car just as it stopped on the bridge at about 2:45 a.m., he testi­ fied. "I had pulled my car up beside Officer Gutchke and we were talking when I noticed the car stopped on the bridge," he said. Rowse did not see an­ other person on the bridge but noted that the car was stopped for about 30 sec- 'ETeftpst/ta s • • • • "That was the third time he started choking me, saying 'nobody's going to hear it,"' she said. "Then, I acted like he knocked me out." Also during the attack, the victim memorized the name tags "Butch" and "Kenyon's Service" on the man's blue shirt and any­ thing else she could about the car and his face to re­ port later to police. After the alleged rape, Planck returned to the driver's seat, saying he would take her home. "I didn't want him to know where I lived so I told him to drop me off at the Shell," she said, noting that she tried to obtain his license plate number, then went immediately to the home of a nearby friend and called 911. The victim testified she did not suffer any physical injuries other than a cut on her ankle, a scratch behind her ear and vaginal pain. During cross examina­ tion, defense attorney ft)t« NOW OPEN! Geraniums • Bulk Seeds Liners (Made to order) Flower and Vegetable Plants Ornamental Iron SettS0°d ® C'°sfrtvs onds before proceeding north on M-66, he said. "I followed it out of town and caught up to it just south of Thornapple Lake Road," said Rowse. After checking the li­ cense plate number, he continued north on M-66 while the car turned east onto Thornapple Lake Road. "I was almost to State Road when it came back to an address on West Thornapple Lake Road," said Rowse. "I remember thinking that it was strange that the vehicle turned east away from where the registered owner lived." Rowse testified that he didn't see anyone in the car other than the driver and that there was no rea­ son to pull the car over at that time. On Thornapple Lake Road, Planck made an­ other right turn and parked on either a dirt road or a "two track" and got out. "He came around to my side of the car and opened the door," she said. "He tried to get on me, he was leaning oyer me and touching me and trying to get my shorts off." Planck allegedly forced the woman's shorts and underwear off of her before raping her and performing oral and digital sex. The woman said she fought with him three times, striking him in the face and that at one point during the struggle she was able to reach the car's horn. 18 Packs to a Flat and 54 Plants to a Flat $9.25 Plus tax 4224 TuPP®r Lake Rd-> Sunfield • (517) 566-8253 Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; No Sundays G or* r* n Michael McPhillips asked the victim if she had of­ fered Planck sex for $50 earlier in the evening at the bar. "I absolutely did not," she said. Rowse testified he was in the area of the Barry County Central Dispatch Center on Nashville Road when he was notified of the rape via his mobile display terminal. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 1 = 1 EQUAL HOUMG OPPORTUNITY "When I saw the de­ scription of the car, I re­ membered the car from earlier and I headed down Thornapple Lake Road to- See accused, page 4 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST, NASHVILLE Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI......................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................................................ 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)............................................................................... 852-5066 "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE NEW LISTING! 3 unit apartment house on corner lot in Vermontville, some recent improvements. Great investment opportuni­ ty. Call Nyle today for a pri­ vate showing. (V-132) 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fire­ place, huge master suite on second floor. Call Nyle for all the "info". (CH-122) NASHVILLE $184,900! ON 3 ACRES BETWEEN NASHVILLE 8r HASTINGS Newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim throughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call Jerry. .(Ctl-124) $269,900! WEST OF HASTINGS!! Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring & cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreci­ ate. Call Jerry for all the "info". New Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com VACANT LAND 2 story home, 2 bedrooms (live in) down, 1 bedroom (rent upstairs) apt. , large living I/rf/L. dining room, air & water er, good roof, 3 season porch, 2 car garage. Call Jerry for details. (N-119) NICE "COUNTRY HOME" ON 10 ACRES NEW LISTING! 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the - property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call Nyle. (CH-129) BEAUTIFUL HIGH WOODED SETTING. "COUNTRY HOME" ON 4.9 ACRES Extra wooded acre available. 3 bedroom, walkout basement ranch, 2 baths, all tastefully decorated. Many "newer" improvements include win­ dows, doors, carpeting roof, vinyl siding 8r pump. 2-car garage plus pole barn 30x40 w/drains 8r electric. Call Homer for more details. (CH-125) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 8e has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front &■ rear stairs. Call Homer for more details & appointment to see. (N-117) Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (N-116) $51,000!!! NASHVILLE 1\vo bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (N-128) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) JUST LISTED 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. * (VL-131) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) 110 ACRES NEW LISTING! Nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Nashville. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3। or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. CH-126) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 4 Students honored at Awards Night ceremonies by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley High School Honors Night was held last Tuesday, May 22. Students were honored for various awards and scholarships. Superintendent Clark Volz addressed the crowd before the awards were given and said these nights always gave him inspira­ tion. "It is good to set time aside to recongnze what good the students are do­ ing in their own lives, and also to thank every parent, teacher and other figure in that child's life that has helped them get there," he said. Ward Rooks and Carol Class Valedictorian Jason Carrigan is awarded the Western Michigan University Medallion Scholarship at last weeks award ceremony. Class Salutatorian Jennifer Mansfield is honored by Maple Valley High School Principal Todd Gonser at last weeks awards ceremony. Satterly were master and mistress of cereomies. Those given awards in­ cluded: • High Honors Gold Awards were given to Brian Burt, Jason Carri­ gan, Dacia Davis, Michael Hamilton II, Jessica Hummel, Carissa Keasler, Jennifer Mansfield, Gwen McDougal, Nicole Myers, Torri Newton, Jeff Rhoades, Amanda Robins, Matthew Thorne, Timothy Wawiernia and Philicia West. Accused, from front page ward the trailer park," he said, adding that once he spotted the car, he stopped Planck at the intersection of Woodland Road. "I noticed that he had fine motor loss and had a strong odor of intoxicants," he said. "He was wearing a blue shirt with the name, 'Butch' and 'Kenyon's Ser­ vice' on it and dark pants." Planck's clothes were disheveled, he was un­ steady on his feet, was glassy eyed and had two fresh scrapes on his face, Rowse said. Planck told Rowse he had worked until 9:15 p.m.., then had three to four beers with his boss at the bar in Nashville, played two games of pool and had two more beers. He told police he left see my Little ng el ok June 4tR., please unsfc ReJt Ki/tdday SlW’ 3" Double Prints One to Keep, One to Share ®229 S42S « s629 Standard Processing Applies to 35mm color print film. Not valid with APS or Premium Processing, Valid May 29 to June 9. 4=\ -—H iv .•.< • ■ --------- • High Honors Silver: Christian Allwardt, Abby Aspinall, Mark Ayles, Daniel Callton, Jacob Cole, Christy Cook, Amy Dawson, Davis Drumm, Andy Ewing, Eric Goris, Travis Kersjes, Levi McIn­ tire, Amber Newton, Jes­ sica Patrick, Jessica Pierce, Christina Racine, Amy Reid, Lacey Ripley, Jenny Rugg, Stacy Shepperly, Chad Spears, Carly Spitzley, Casey VanEngen, Adam Watson, Jennie Wyant, Jamie Wyble and and Timothy Wawiernia, Lacy Wyble. • Scholarships and spe- U of M Alumni Associacial awards: Eaton Federal tion Award, Jason Carrigan Savings Bank Scholarship, and Jennifer Mansfield, Andy Ewing, Kathy Carl Childs/Demeray American Memorial Award, Jenny Legion Post #222 ScholarMansfield, Scholar/Athlete ship, Gwen McDougal, Award Jennifer Mansfield Woodland Fraternal Order and Matt Thome, MHSAA of Eagles Scholarship, Scholar/Athlete Award, Chris Allwardt and Amy Reid, Zemke Memorial Brian Burt. Student Council Schol­ Scholarship, Jeff Rhoades, arship, Kyle Lackscheide, Charlotte Optimist Club Torri Newton and Jeff Scholarship, Rosemary Jarrard, Lion Awards, Eric Rhoades. Western Michigan Uni­ Goris, Michael Hamilversity — Medallion ton,Jeff Rhoades, Randy Scholarship, Jason Carri- Silsbee, Carly Spitzley gan, Doug Vogt (Lions Valedictorian Award, JaClub) Memorial Scholar- son Carrigan, Salutatorian ship, Andy Ewing, Jessica Award, Jennifer Mansfield. Hummel, Carissa Keasler, 219 North Main, Nashville 852-0845 Hours: 9 amlo 6 pm Monday-Friday; ____9 am to 4 pm Saturday the bar at about 10 p.m. and went back to work to build a carburetor and that no one else had driven his car all day. After being told that his car was seen on the bridge at 3 a.m., he told police he had pulled off of Thornap­ ple Lake Road onto Scipio Highway to sleep. Planck registered a .14­ percent bodily alcohol content on a preliminary breath test at the scene of the traffic stop and later registered a .12 and a .11 on tests conducted at the Barry County Jail. The car was towed to the Barry County Sheriffs Department and Planck was lodged on $250,000 bond. During a crime scene investigation, Rowse said he and deputy Robert Feuri were unable to de­ termine the exact location of the rape. The officer later found the victim's missing un­ derwear and shoes along West Thornapple Lake Road near where Rowse stopped the car, he said. "I think he threw them from the car just before I stopped him," Rowse said after the hearing Friday. Planck was originally charged with two counts of first degree rape, but Judge Gary Holman added a third count after hearing the vic­ tim's testimony. Each count carries a maximum possible penalty of life in prison while the fourth count, second de­ gree criminal sexual con­ duct, carries a maximum possible penalty of 15 years in prison. He is scheduled to appear in Barry County Cir­ cuit Court June 14 at 8:15 a.m. Dawn Meade presents Andy Ewing with the Eaton Federal Savings Bank Scholarship at the awards ceremony. t ■ I Bargain Bam 1 Open Thursday, Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. We have Books, LP Records, Yard and Garden Decor and Yard Sale misc. Come inside and see the Carousel Horses and Calliope and Archestrom. Great Prices and Fun For All! Corner of East State Road & M-66, Nashville Phone 517-852-1945 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday,May 29,2001 - Page 5 Missionaries to Mexico to visit Nashville Assembly of God The Rev. David Speer, re­ cently approved Assemblies of God missionary to Mex­ ico, will be the guest speaker at the Nashville As­ sembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville, at 6 p.m. Sun­ day, June 3, according to Glenn Branham, pastor. Mexico is about three times the size ofTexas. With more than 100 million citi­ zens, it is the world’s largest Spanish-speaking nation. Of this population, about one in four live in Mexico City, the capital. Founded by the Aztecs in 1325 as Tenochtitlan, Mexico City today is a thriving center for com­ merce, but is also plagued by poverty. David and Kristen Speer will be living in the capital and assisting the Mexican Assemblies of God in church planting. “It is very difficult to pin down a precise population for Mexico City,” David says. “But by some esti­ mates, there are 32 million people living in and around the city in 4,000 barrios, or districts.” The Assembly of God in Mexico has enjoyed dra­ matic growth in recent years with 5,000 worship centers now serving one million people across the nation. Forty-six Bible schools are training 2,000 men and women for future ministry. “Nationally, the church growth statistics are encour­ aging,” Kristen says, “but the need in Mexico City re­ mains overwhelming. Some 3,000 of the city’s barrios have no evangelical witness whatsoever.” While a student at Central Bible College in Spring- GOOD TIME PIZZA 852-1985 HOMETOWN­ LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Dixie Brand, Owner/ Licensed Builder Office: (517) 726-0721 (877) 726-1100 Fax: HORIZON A ” Builders & Homes Sales, aes, INC.. ™1300 h-oM Mrizon@ia4 1u3.n0e0t 2475 Ionia Road - Vermontville, Ml 49096 tr=J HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! a. 945-9554 See missionaries, pg. 8 Maple Valley Chapel 501 North Main, Nashville OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm field, MO., David sensed God’s leading towards mis­ sions ministry. He recently had the opportunity to travel to Venezuela on a short-term missions outreach. It was a great trip,” he says. “1 had the opportunity to preach and many oppor­ tunities to minister to peo­ ple’s needs. I felt God con­ firm His call on my life dur­ ing that trip. A few months Good friends and family are important in our lives, so we all try to maintain a good relationship with those whose friendship and love we value. However, friends and family can move away due to changing jobs, retiring or a number of other reasons. When it’s a friend who moves away, we may often lose contact with them; but when a family member moves, we most often stay in touch. For some rea­ son, the bond between family members is usually stronger than between friends. If you have children or parents who move away, you may be miles apart, but they are always in your heart. That’s why it is so nice to be a member of God’s family and to know that no matter where we go or what happens, we have a friend in our Lord. Because we are His children, we know that our Heavenly Father always cares about us and that He is aware of our needs and desires.The Holy Spirit that God has given us declares that we are His children. 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager T Chuckwagon Cafe 0 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm S17-852-2SOO £ THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD Askfor our sales Dept. TD V V MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm S WOLEVER’S Real Estate The Spirit itselfbeareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children ofGod: K.J.V. Romans 8:16 % HAPPY TRAILS... Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 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 Morning Worship.......................... 11 Evening Worship............................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON 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 mREV. ALAN METJLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 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 PASTOR RANDY SMITH M.orning 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 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 SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service..........................7 p.m. Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship.......... 0 a.m. 1 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Sunday School ........... .10 a.m. Church Service................ 11 a.m. 2415 McCann Road PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services::..9:15 ’ • a.m. ..M..orni..ng P ..................... _rayer ................11:00 a m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S. Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). 108 N. Main, Vermontville MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29,2001 - Page 6 Dacia Davis Amy Dawson Luis tribe Jo Ann Jackson TT1S Saddlebag Lk. Service 209 S. Main, Kent Oil 8 Propane Rd., Nashville Rd. (M-66), Lake Odessa Maple Valley Chapel Vermontville 204 N. Queen St., Nashville 852-9481 374-1200 726-0589 M-66 at S. Village Limits, Nashville 852-0840 852-9210 Christy Cook Tatiana Danchenko Jessica Hummel M-66 Tire Place 10030 Thornapple Lk. Davis Drumm Meghann Dunham Cordon Durecka Andy Ewing Matthew Keeler Mace Pharmacy Hometown Lumber 219 N. Main St, Nashville 219 S. State, Nashville 109 S. Main St., Nashville 852-0845 852-0882 852-1830 Eaton Federal Savings Bank Wolver’s Real Estate 852-1985 or 852-1986 Cheryl’s Hair Shop 135 Washington, Vermontville 726-0637 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville 737 Sherman, Nashville (7 blocks E. of Main) 852-2377 White Ford & New Holland 852-1910 '« law Hamlin's Quit Stop Vermontville 726-1312 Maple Valley Real Estate e Kenyon’su &Serfy i 227 N. Main, Nashviller130 S7. 2M6ain4, >C^ |k j 852-1915 or 852-1916 F“: 72^ �[ The Maple Vai , Val Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 7 ,fulations Graduates V I Shannon Kyre Class Advisor Jeff Seavolt Class Advisor Brian Burt Jason Carrigan Amber Caudill Jennifer Clements Jacob Cole Amanda Class Sean Codbey Eric Coris Michael Hamilton II Ken Holton Karla Hughes Angela Hulsebos Timothy Kienutske Kyle Lackscheide Kristina Lamb Jennifer Mansfield Heather McCrimmon Gwen McDougal Joshua Pierce Christina Racine Creg Rathburn Amy Reid Michael Reid Jeff Rhoades Jessica Smith Chad Spears Carly Spitzley Kristen Sprague Trent Swift Matthew Thorne Furlong Photos Not Available Erin Brian Woodman Jennie Wyant Musser Service MC Repair & Towing 106 S. Main St., Nashville 10708 Kinsel Hwy., Vermontville Shirley’s Chuck Wagon Cafe 852-9446 852-1649 'jjr (vice ! « J [I /ermontville no®69 Stanton Real Estate & Auctioneers Main St., Vermontville 726-0181 Fax: 726-0060 202 N. Main St., Nashville 852-2500 Lacy Wyble Jamie Wyble David Abfalter, Nicolo Bianchi, Marc Bush, Daniel Callton, Clay Huff, Benjamin Jones, Victor Martin, Kenny Mitchell, Nick Pierce, Troy Sloan, Casey VanEngen, Corey Williams Citizt By Elaine and Stuart ] Stuart Southworth Owner 538 Sherman, Nashville 1 852-0943 Agency ^onstructioi 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland 780 S. Main St., Vermontville 255 N. Main, Nashville 11201 Vermontville Hwy. 367-4544 726-0514 852-9680 726-0323 & Sport Hastings City Bank Carl’s Super Market, Inc. Reed Street Auto Parts Vermontville Hardware 203 N. Main, Nashville 999 Reed St., Nashville 1008 Reed Street, Nashville 131 S. Main St., Vermontville 852-0790 852-1991 852-9500 726-1121 Maple Valiev News 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 8 Japanese foreign exchange student gaining confidence by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Wakako Nagamori, from Tokyo, Japan, has been enjoying her time in Maple Valley this year. She is staying with Tom and Mary Lesage and their six children in Nashville. She has been here al­ most 10 months. She said she originally requested a large city, but was happy to be placed here. "I like the small town," she said. She said there is a lot of differences between Maple Valley and Tokyo. For one, she said in Tokyo, people use trains and sub­ ways much of the time, and here the preferred mode of transportation is cars. She also said it is much colder here. When she first got here, she said it was very hard for her because it was dif- One of the highlights of Wakako Nagamori's time in the U.S. was getting this quilt made for her by Mary Lesage, her "American mother." The Dog House # fWb * & * @ Pet Grooming Groo Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G tu • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands _______Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and QeliveryCall for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer EARN s 1O.O5 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held June 14 through June 29 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $11.0£ per hour. To ensure the safety of our resi­ dents and staff, all applicants are subject to crimi­ nal background checks and drug screens. Apply for this opportunity in person by June 7 at: cQibrnapple 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE ficult to me immersed in a language that she did not entirely know. But as time went on, her English skills have picked up consider­ ably, she said. "This has been the hard­ est time of my life, but also a great time," she said. "When I first got here I lost my confidence. It is hard for me to speak En­ glish well. But after I set­ tled in, and started partici­ pating in things like the musical and the conces­ sion stand, I do not care as much now." She said she is also on the JV softball team. She said she came here to learn English better, as she would like to be a translator or interpreter in the future. While in school here, she has taken such classes as geography, civics, choir, geometry, keyboard­ ing and classic literature. She leaves June 11, and said she will miss her fam­ ily here and many friends. "I am going to miss this CANDIDATE ROBERT D. HYVARINEN LAKEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL BOARD VOTE JUNE 11. 2001 EDUCATION FAMILY • Assoc. Degree Lansing Community college industrial Management • Bachelors Degree Spring Arbor College Management of Human Resources Professional Experience • Manager GM 23 Years • Employee involvement instructor 3 Years • Township Board 10 Years • Chairman Professional manager Network GM Metal Fabrication Division 2 Years Married, 6 children, all attended Lakewood, 2 still In high school. Grand child starting next fall. Resident of the community since 1978. PERSONAL EXPERIENCE 4-H leader little league Baseball & Softball Coach Church Board Quiz Team coach vfw life Member Bob’s education & work experience can be an asset in dealing with issues, policies, budgets and goals of the school district. We need to foster the best possible learning environment for our children. Paid for by the committee to elect Robert D. Hyvarinen, 8955 w. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, Ml 49096 Wakako Nagamori helps pick out a Christmas tree with Ashley, Garrett and Quinton Lesage. place and I have made a lot of friends here. I would like to come back and visit or see about going to college here," she said. "It has been a very good ex­ perience." Since she has been here she has traveled a bit, and has been to Colorado, Washington D.C. with other students and Chicago. One of her highlights here, she said was on Christmas morning, when she opened a present from her mom here, Mary. "She had made me this really big quilt and it was so beautiful that I cried," she said. "It meant so much to me because she is Missionaries, from page 5later, 1 took another trip to Kosovo. Again, wonderful things were accomplished spiritually, and I knew the Lord was directing my steps.” The Speers have served on the pastoral staffs at three churches in Michigan, two of which are recently estab­ lished as part of the Assem­ blies of God’s “Decade of Harvest” emphasis in the 1990s.’ “Ministering at two pio­ neer churches,” David says, “we understand some of the difficulties of church plant­ ing. Our burden for Mexico City and our sense of divine calling have only grown with time. We believe won­ derful ministry opportuni­ ties lie ahead.” a really busy person and I know how much time it took for her to make it. I was so happy." NOTICE The regular June 6th meeting of the Castleton Township Board has been changed to June 13th at 7 p.m. at the township hall. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk 100 FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimafes (517) 852-9565 (616) 374-7595 Cobb W Mficag & Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Serv 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-03 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville $ Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �29,2001 - Page 9 The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Students learning safety at Fuller Elementary WATER QUALITY REPORT FOR VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE JUNE 2001 i This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village of Nashville for the calendar year 2000. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water we provided to you in 2000. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. The water we supply you comes from three groundwater wells located on Sherman Street and Water Alley. The state of Michigan will be performing an assessment of our source water by 2003. We will inform you how to get a copy of this assessment report when it becomes available. • Contaminants and theirpresence in water: Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at I-800-426-4791. • Vulnerability ofsub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at I-800-426-4791. Students work with Nashville Police Officer Dori Munster on a hands on activity about gun safety last week. by Shawna Hubbarth them to actively partici­ pate and the kids have been really receptive to the program." Fuller Principal Judy Farnsworth said she is hearing positive feedback from the teachers in the program. "It is going really good, she said. " The teachers said she is doing a great job, and this is all very timely with school letting up for the summer. She has reminded them about bike safety and strangers." Munster said she work­ ing with first- and thirdgraders and will be in the school three to four days a Staff Writer Nashville part-time po­ lice officer Dori Munster has been in Fuller Elemen­ tary for a couple of weeks now implementing the TEAM (Teaching, Educat­ ing and Mentoring) pro­ gram. Munster completed schooling for the program shortly before teaching it in the school. The school liaison pro­ gram focuses on traffic, bicycle, gun safety, 911 and fire safety, among other topics. Munster said she uses hands on safety excersises, and uses active participa­ tion from the students to Mobile Homes help them learn. ABANDONED REPO. Last Thursday, Munster BANK needs someone to as­ was in the classroom with sume payments on huge 3 third-graders talking about bedroom home. Will move if the inYportance of gun necessary. 1-800-672-9604 safety. She had the students act FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several out various situations banks, they are eager to sell where they might come homes they have repos­ across guns or gunfire in sessed. No application fee if the school, and guided you mention this ad. 1-800­ them toward the correct 466-0461 responses in these situa­ ABANDONED REPO: tions. BANK needs someone to as­ "I always have them par­ sume, will move if necessa­ ticipate and ask ques­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ tions," she said. "I use 968-7376. props top, to involve them, REPO: MUST SELL! Will like a smoke detector, and look at any offer. 3 bedroom, a 911 phone... I always ask 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ for definitions and get ry. 1-800-672-9604 NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP Property Owners/Residents 2001 CLEANUP PROGRAM WHEN: THURSDAY - JUNE 7™3:00 PM TO 7:00 PM FRIDAY-JUNE 8™ 3:00 PM TO 7:00 P.M. SATURDAY-JUNE 9™ 10:00 AM TO 3:00 PM WHERE: SUNFIELD CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN (parking lot) CORNER OF SUNFIELD ROAD & ST. JOE HIGHWAY LIMIT 2 FREE PICKUP LOADS PER HOUSEHOLD ($5.00 each additional load). Sign-up sheet provided. $25.00 charge for appliances containing freon. No limit/charge on metal for recycling! Batteries (all types) accepted. UNACCEPTABLE: sewage; yard trimmings; medical or hazardous wastes; liquids; radioactive materials; barrels/drums not empty and crushed; compressed gas cylin­ ders not empty and disabled; any container with a hazardous waste label; ignitable, corrosive; reactive or toxic materials; asbestos wastes unless double wrapped and labeled. NO TIRES! Eaton County scrap tire collection— Saturday, June 16, 2001 (no appointment necessary) 9 a.m. to noon at Eaton County Road Commission, 1112 Reynolds Road, Charlotte. _ week for three hours at a time. Business Services (616)948- BULLDOZING: 2909. HOME HEALTH SERVICES BY SANDRA: Mon.- Thurs., 7am-5pm. Certified, (517)852-1538. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call (517)726-1005 or (517)204-7451. Real Estate LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS: Wonderful family home on nearly 1 acre. Full finished basement with 2 family rooms, rec room & 4 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths on main level. Total living space in­ cluding basement is 2,200 sq. ft. Mature pine trees sur­ round this beautiful, peace­ ful property. 1.5 miles from Sunfield. Drive by & see! 11091 Ionia Rd., south of M­ 43. Call Tim Draper/Sherry Bradshaw @ Century 21 Hometown, 517-372-2273 or 517-487-6118 cell 517-402­ 6675. 5 TO 10 acre parcels on easy land contract terms. Most down payments as low as $500. For a complete list of all available parcels, includ­ ing location maps, surveys and photos go to www.northemlandco.com, offered by Northern Land Company in Kalkaska. Fann • Sources ofDrinking Water: The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and in some cases, radioactive materials, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. • Contaminates that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural operations and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such a agricultural and urban stormwater run-off. • Radioactive contaminants, which may be naturally occurring or the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. • Organic chemical contaminates, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. In order to ensure tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which provide the same protection for public health. The attached table lists all drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 2000 calendar year. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 - December 31, 2000. The state allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. All of the data is representative of the water quality, but some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used in the table: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLG’s allow for a margin of safety. Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL's are set as close to the MCLG's as feasible using the best available treatment technology. NIA; Not applicable ND; Not detectable at testing limit ppb; parts per billion or micrograms per liter ppm; parts per million or milligrams per liter pCH; picocuries per liter (a measure of radiation) Action level: The concentration of a contaminant, which if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which water systems must follow. Samples collected from wells or plant tap Contaminant Our Water MCL MCLG Date Violate YZN Likely Source Of Contaminant Ruoride 0.1 mg/1 4.0 mg/1 4 2/23/00 N Erosion of natural deposits aluminum & fertilizer factories Arsenic 3 ppb 50 ppb N/A 2/23/00 N Erosion of natural deposits orchards, glass, electronic prod Barium 0.146 mg/1 2.0 mg/1 2 2/23/00 N Discharge of drilling waste, discharge from metal refinaries Radiological Contaminants Contaminant Date Result MCL MCLG Exceed Limit Y/N Radio Isotopes Alpha Total 3 2/24/00 3.41 pCi/1 15 0 N Alpha Total 1 &2 2/24/01 <3pCi/l 15 0 N Beta Total 3 8/26/96 <4pCi/l 50* 0 N Beta Total 1 &2 8/26/96 5pCi/l 50* 0 N *EPA Considers 50 pCi/1 to be level of concern for Beta Particles Samples Collected from the Distribution System HORSE SHOEING & TRIMMING: Richard Laws, (616)948-8388. Well# Contaminant Our Water **• Action Level # Samples Over Action Level Date Likely Source of Contaminant Lead 2 ppb 15 ppb 0 2000 381 ppm 1.3 ppm 0 2000 Corrosion of household plumbing, erosion of natural deposits Community Notices FREE CPR CLASSES. Spon­ sored by Nashville Ambu­ lance, June 6th or June 13th. CaU (517)852-9661_________ Recreation SEA NYMPH: 14R 15HP JOHNSON ELECTRIC START BALKO TRAILER. GRAPH, MANY EXTRAS, $2,500 OBO. (231)853-6342 AFTER 6:00PM. Copper ***90% of Sampels at or below this level Note: Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical and mental development Children conld show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. 101 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 10 Lady Lions track athletes headed to state Maple Valley's girls track team will be well represented at the Division 3 State Meet June 2 at Comstock Park High School in Grand Rapids. At its regional meet May 19, the Lady Lions finished second with 74 points, placing and qualifying athletes in a number of events. In the pole vault, Ashley Gordeneer was first at 8-9, The record-setting 800 relay team that finished second at regionals, (from left to right) Alesia VanEngen, Stefanie Joostberns, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar. (Photo provided) Stefanie Joostberns won a league title in the SMAA and finished second at regionals in the 800. (Photo provided) Miranda Farr second at 8-9 and Carly Spitzley fourth at 8-9. All three qualified for State. In the high jump, Brieann Treloar finished first in 5-4 and Carly Spitzley tied for sixth at 4-8. Treloar will represent'the Lady Lions at State: Spitzley was third in the The Nashville Hardware has moved to our Lumber Yard at 219 S. State, long jump (15-4), Cashel Harp was fourth in the discus (99-5) and Sarah Cook placed fifth in the discus (96-7). The 3200 relay team of Andrea Eaton, Melissa Nisse, Summer Hill and Camille Wieland ended up fifth with a time of 11:13. The 800 relay team not only qualified for State but lowered their school record time to 1:49. Maple Valley's team of Alesia VanEngen, Stefanie Joostberns, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar finished second. Stefanie Joostberns qualified for State in the 800 with a second place showing of 2:21.60. Brieann Treloar placed in the 200 with a fourth place time of 27.20. Maple Valley's 1600 relay team of Stefanie Joostberns, Megan Garvey, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar qualified for State. The Lady Lions finished second at Ashley Gordeneer was an SMAA and regional champ in the pole vault. (Photo provided) regionals with a time of Carly Spitzley 9-00; 3. 4:13.10. Miranda Farr 8-06; 6. Shelbi Cousins 7-00. SMAA League 3200 Relay 3. Meet... Maple Valley won the Maple Valley, Andrea SMAA Meet May 23 to Eaton, Melissa Nisse, finish the year 7-0 in Chayla Robles and Muriel SMAA duals and 9-0 in the Wieland 11:25.40. 100 Hurdles — 4. SMAA overall. The Lady Lions won the SMAA title Sarah Cook 17.71; 5. Ashley Gordeneer 18.11. outright. 100 Dash — 2. Micah Listed below are the Maple Valley placers at the Tobias 14.13; 4. Alesia VanEngen 14.29. SMAA meet: 800 Relay — 1. Maple Discus 3. Cashel Harp 110-07; 4. Sarah Cook Valley, Alesia VanEngen, 103-03; 5. Shelbi Cousins Stefanie Joostberns, Micah 88-08; 6. Ashley Gordeneer Tobias and Brieann Treloar 1:52.43. 88-03. 1600 — 2. Stefanie Shot Put — 2. Cashel Harp 31-02; 4. Ashley Joostberns 5:51.60. Gordeneer 29-03. Continued next page High Jump — 1. Brieann Treloar 5-04; 3. (tie) Carly Spitzley 4-08. Long Jump 3 . Carly Spitzley 14-04; 4. Miranda Farr 14-00. Pole Vault — 1. Ashley Gordeneer 9-00; 2. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 7085 Hours; Mon.-Sat. 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Closed Sunday We still have: Hunting and Fishing Supplies, Hunting & Fishing Licenses, Wild Bird Feed & Feeders Bulk Package Garden Seeds We ship UPS Spartan Grass Seed and more! HOMETOWN! LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www. hometownlumber, com OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Elizabeth “Betty” Bodo NASHVILLE- Elizabeth "Betty" Bodo, 66, of Nashville, Michigan, died Friday, May 25, 2001. Betty was born May 6, 1935, in Vermontville, Michigan, the daughter of Gaylord and Nell (Hummel) Harvey. She worked for Eaton Co. Action Center and Capital Area Community Center in Lansing. She attended Charlotte Assembly of God and enjoyed bingo, bowling, fishing and hors­ es. She is survived by daughters Tina Gable of Charlotte, Laura Harvey of Charlotte, Nell Ann Harvey of Potterville, sons Robert Bodo of Nashville and Shannon Bodo of Charlotte, 11 grandchil­ dren, 3 great grandchil- dren, her mother, sisters Dene Collier of Nashville, Donna (Ray) Olmstead of Nashville,-; Opal (Wes) Gillons of Hastings, broth­ ers Robert Harvey of Nashville and Joe (Jennie) Harvey of Vermontville. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, June 3, 2001 at the American Legion Post #42, 1000 W. Lawrence Avenue in Charlotte with Rev. Mark Woodbury and Chuck Jenson officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to MidMichigan Hospice House. Further information available at www.legacy.com Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 11 Nashville EMS celebrates ‘Week’ with open house 'WA /me Local youngsters look over the life-saving equipment at the EMS in Nashville. They are DaKota Wetzel (back row from left) Dylan Myers, McKenzye Corwin, paramedic Ardie Reid, and Josh Wetzel. Seated are Elizabeth Wetzel and Tyler Corwin. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Nashville's Emergency Medical Services volun­ teers celebrated EMS Week with an open house for the public last Saturday (May 19). The two ambulances were parked outside and visitors could have a look at all the life-saving equipment on board. There were three CPR mannequins laying on a table — an adult, a child and an infant. Some visi­ tors had a quick review of the life-saving procedure. Visitors could have their blood pressure checked. A few curious children were hooked up to the heart monitor machine and could see their pulse rate blip across the monitor screen. The two defibrillators were on display. One was an automatic external de­ fibrillator. Nashville's EMS cur- Chelsey Wetzel checks rently has 10 volunteers Jean Appelman's blood who are paramedics, med­ pressure. ical first responders or RNs. The EMS was part of 300 calls with 70 percent the fire department until paramedic calls. 1974, when it got its own "In the first ten minutes, building. In the late 1980s, we are able to give the pa­ it had limited life support tient the same medical and in 1999 it qualified for care he or she would get in advanced life support. an emergency room," said Last year the EMS made David Jansma, paramedic. From previous page— 400 Relay — 1. Maple Valley, Alesia VanEngen, Donna Cripe, Sarah Cook and Megan Garvey 53.45. 400 Dash — 6. Micah Tobias 1:07.03. 300 GREAT SELECTION USED LAWN & GROUNDS CARE EQUIPMENT □ Gator 4x2 Bedliner □ 1998 TOro 1438 HXL 38” cut, like new □ □ □ □ □ 1992 JD LX172 :38” deck 1991 JD LX18648” deck 1994 JD LX188 -48”deck 1995 JD STX 38 1993 Cub Cadet 1641 1995 1996 1998 1999 2000 1992 1996 JD JD JD JD JD JD JD 345 48” deck, 359 hours 425 54” mower, 572 hours 425 48” mower, 295 hours F620 54” deck, 22 hours! F680 48” deck F911 60” deck. $4900! F911 60” deck. $5995! HOURS FOR MONTH OF MAY: We are open 7 am until 8 pm Monday-Friday; Saturday 7 am until 4 pm O Fillmore Equipment, Inc. John Deere www.deere.com Located on 2900 N. M-43Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours for the Month of May: Open 7 am unit 8 pm Monday-Friday, Saturday 7 am until 4 pm 945-9526 Maple Valley (meet record) Stefanie Joostberns, Megan Garvey, Micah Tobias and Brieann Treloar 4:12.92. ' Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours (517) 852-2143 - Off Hours DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Graduation Swift Premium Party Deli Sliced Savings.1 Roast Special deals on large quantities ofmeat for gradparties! SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Help Wanted Low Hurdles — 3. Sarah Cook 49.30. 800 — 1. Stefanie Joostberns 2;26.04. 200 Dash — 1 . Brieann Treloar 27.41. 3200 — 4. Muriel Wieland 13:44; 6. Chayla Robles 14:01. 1600 Relay 1. w/snow thrower, 42” deck, 42” blower □ □ □ □ □ □ □ EMT Specialist Dina Corwin (left) and paramedic David Jansma show McKenzye Corwin and Tyler Corwin the CPR mannequins. Beef Kraft Reg. & Light Parade 50 ct. Miracle Whip Foam Plates Mueller’s 1 lb. box Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems g, Skinless Shaved Ham Chicken Breast 3 oz. Instant Tea Nestea Lay’s Sea Shells & Potato Chips other Pastas 45 oz. Cascade Maxwell House 26 oz. Bareman’s 1/2 gal. Dish $oap Coffee Orange Juice 2 Liter Minute Maid pop 89‘2S4 99C dep. dep. < t Cwowol. W...h..i.p. L 2/$joe Shaved Turkey FAC 5 quart pail Bareman’s Country Maid M*oil/k ice Cream S I I , ■/1 *■/1 * w w Kit* f469 $9^9 gallon Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 riew Spring & Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 • Prices good thru Saturday^ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - Page 12 Vermontville Jr. Farmers take first in float contest Erica Hayeck, (from left), Leslie Moreno, Matt Hamilton, Kylie Gardner, and Fawn Montague took honorable mention in the poster contest sponsored by the Maple Valley Woman's Christian Temperance Union. The Vermontville Jr. Farmers’ winning entry in last month’s Syrup Festival parade. The Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club, for the first time in many years, en­ tered a float in the Ver­ montville Syrup Festival pa­ rade. With their active imagina­ tions and creative minds, they pulled off a first place prize. Taking the first place prize meant winning $100 for their club. Another club activity dur­ ing the syrup festival was the petting zoo. Along with the petting zoo, the mem­ bers put on a bake sale. With the donations to the petting zoo and the money raised by the bake sale, the members were able to add a little money to the club’s Call945-9554forMaule VuilvJI nvnu nunUnRUv! bank book. After the syrup festival, the Vermontville Jr. Farmers go right into fair cleanup. Usually, all members partic­ ipate, without pay, in clean­ ing the Eaton County Fair­ grounds. The members work for three hours, painting, raking, and doing any other odd jobs to make the fair­ grounds look nice for the busy week in July. The service project earns the kids a fair pass for the week. Poster contest winners annouced Maple Valley fifth grader's recently took part in the 11th annual poster contest sponsored by the Maple Valley Woman's Christian Temperance Union. Their art depicts the dangers in alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. Brittany Burpee, and also first at the state level. She has moved out of the district so was unavailable for a photo. Ashley Gonser took second place, pictured here. Maple Valley FFA has awards banquet SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards 'Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations The Maple Valley Fu­ ture Farmers of America chapter held its awards banquet May 9. Many awards were handed out during the din­ ner, including proficiency medals. The winners of this award were Bryan Smith, Jennifer Dunn, Tim Tumsey. The winners of the proficency trophies were Jeremy Dunn, Ashley Fox, Karla Hughes. These awards are based on mem­ ber's supervised agricul­ tural experience projects. The highest awards are also based on members projects and how they re­ flect leadership within the chapter. Some of these awards went to: Star Greenland (top first year member) was pre- School Lunch Menu • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps Elementary Schools (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 30 (Maplewood & Fuller) Soft taco, broccoli/cheese, applesauce, choc, cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 31 Pizza, green beans, pear halves, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, June 1 Chef salad, bread stick, raspberry sherbet, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, June 4 Cheesie bread sticks, green beans, peaches, for­ tune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, June 5 Nachos, bread sticks, tossed salad, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 30 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broccoli/cheese, applesauce, juice, milk. sented to Tommy Griffin. The outstanding senior award went to Tim Rum­ sey. The top eight scholar­ ship winners were Tommy Griffin, Ben Owens, Jen­ nifer Dunn, Hillary Grant, Melinda Powers, Lisa Mcelroy, Karla Hughes and Tim Rumsey. Receiving the Honary FFA Degree this year were Tim and Darlene Rumsey (FFA parents) and David Turner (assistant principal Region 1 State Vice President Kara Butters spoke to the crowd about leadership. FFA Alumni to reorganize The Maple Valley FFA Alumni will have an organi­ Choose One Grilled cheese, pizza, cheeseburger, zational meeting Monday, taco salad. Choose Two - June 4, at 6:30 p.m. in the Garden salad, green beans, Agriscience Room at Maple pear halves, juice, 1/2 pt. Valley High School. The local FFA Alumni or­ milk. ganization is being reorga­ Friday, June 1 Choose One - Club sand­ nized after being dormant wich, pizza, chicken sand­ for a period of time. It is wich, salad bar. Choose Two open to any individual over - Garden salad, carrot sticks, 18 years of age who would like to support the Maple peaches, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. Valley FFA chapter. Support Monday, June 4 Choose One Cheesie can come in the way of bread sticks, pizza, chicken training FFA contest teams, sandwich, salad bar.. Choose holding fund-raisers for var­ Two - Garden salad, green ious FFA trips such as the beans, peaches, juice, 1/2 pt. National FFA convention in Louisville, Ky., chaperoning milk. various FFA events, or sev­ Tuesday, June 5 Choose One - Com dogs, eral other chapter activities. Anyone who has any pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden questions may call the salad,tater tots, pear halves, Maple Valley FFA advisor, juice, milk. Aaron Saari, at 852-9971. Thursday, May 31 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-06-05.pdf 568fde97e86d283ea733d218c5a2f979 PDF Text Text PRSRT STD US POSTAGE mnBGS PUBLIC UBRMT 121SCMURCHST MSHKS M 4MB-MU PAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 23/June 5, 2001 Maple Valley graduation brings out blue sky by Patricia Johns StaffWriter The Maple Valley High School Class of 2001 turned a damp, gray cloud-filled afternoon into a time filled with memories, laughter and blue skies and sunshine. The entire outdoor cer­ emony echoed the title of their class song, "I Will Remember You" by Sara McLachlan. Each speaker had a special memory to share of what Principal Todd Gonser said was a truly unique class. It was standing room only in the stands as the 100 graduates filed in to their seats. The chill air was warmed by the pride they felt for their children, grandchildren friends and neighbors. Superintendent Clark Volz radiated with pride as he told the audience of the accomplishments of this class. He noted the $214,600 in scholarships earned by students who will be attending college or other schools. He also urged the audience to come out to vote on June 11 because while the two seats on the school board are uncontested it is important for as many as possible to vote. He also told the audience that this year was graced by eight foreign exchange students. One, Luis Iribe, had to return home to Mexico before graduation. In addition to Mexico students from Spain, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Japand and Vietnam with two students added to the diversity and learing at the high school. Students who spoke, See graduation, pg. 6 The standing room only crowd of parents and friends brought their cameras The commencement address by Rob VanEngen (on right)urged the graduates to live their lives with love, light and wisdom. He hoped the visual aids held by school board members helped the graduates remember his words. Sudanese boys change lives of local couple by Sarah Linn Staff Writer War-torn Sudan, located in East Africa, has touched Maple Valley recently since Jim and Rhea Ferrier made the decision to wel­ come five boys from that country into their home. The Ferriers have said the arrival of their foreign visitors on temporary visas has radically changed their lives. The boys, all cousins, were sent to America by the United Nations, and are among 3,600 "unac­ companied" refugees. None of the boys have seen their parents in more than two years. See Sudanese boys, pg. 2 Sudanese Maple Valley junior and senior high students from I to r: Deng Choi, Bol Bol, Santino Madut, Morwel Deng, Akok Malek. In This Issue... • Retired English teachers help bridge gap in Florida • MV Memorial Scholarship Foundation awards announced VFW members plant Tree of Remembrance Local members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post gathered for a special planting of a green ash tree to honor veterans over the Memorial Day weekend. Shown here at the ceremony are (from left) Porky Purchase, Ernie Rice, Howard Allen, Art Plaunt,Mervin Hulsebos, Bugs Maverer, Gordon Reid, John Secord, Hike Hoss, Jay Bruce, Mike Allen, Greg Godbey, Spark Ashley, Max Keller, Chuck Hoyle, Harry Planck, K. Rathbum and Rip Ripley. • Fifth-graders graduate from DARE program • ‘Survivors’ graduate from adult, alternative ed. program �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 - Page 2 Sudanese boys, from front page Sophomores? revisit Rome in banquet by Sarah Linn StaffWriter About 150 Maple Valley High School sophomores went back to Roman times Friday afternoon at a ban­ quet fit for the likes of Julius Caesar. As part of a project study­ ing London during Shake­ speare's time and Rome during Julius Caesar's time, Rose Cerny's and Norma Jean Acker's classes were al- Three singers and piano player show their talents at the Caesar banquet last Friday at Maple Valley High School. Two musicians in traditional dress play a requiem, a song most typically played at a funeral. lowed many creative op­ tions. They formed groups and some students chose to make sculptures and paintings, while others chose music, hand puppets, and even gymnastics for the fight scene between Julius and Brutus. "It took a lot of time... but it was pretty fun," said sophomore Sarah Perry. Traditional Roman dress and food were also part of the presentation, and even parents had a chance to get involved in the project. Perhaps the highlight for some was watching the 1962 film presentation of "Cleopatra," starring Eliza­ beth Taylor, Richard Burton and Rex Harrison, to better help them understand the time. "Every student I have, and I think I speak for Rose as well, excelled in many areas of this project; and I don't think they will ever forget it," said Acker. "They have learned the character qualities of en­ durance and courage. They encourage each other," said Rhea. When asked about how they like America so far, freshman Akok Malek said, "We like America so far, but there is war in our country. So we pray to God..." Jim, Rhea and the boys still cling to hope for their parents, and Sudan. "Together with our boys, we hope that the political influence of the United States, combined with the prayers of its people, will end the genocide in Sudan that has already killed two million people," Rhea said. "It is expected that one million more will not survive the summer." Millions are killed in Sudan each year, with not much hope of seeing an end to the religious, ethnic and regional strife between while Muslims and black Christians. Despite the hardships they have faced, the boys seem extremely happy to be here, and the kids at Maple Valley junior and senior high have been very receptive and particularly welcoming to them. "The kids have been phenomenal with them," said Ward Rooks, Maple Valley guidance counselor. "They are cooperative, level-headed and pleasant boys." Santino Madut, junior, is planning to attend college after graduation. Jim has encouraged them in sports, including basketball, and all the boys like to play soccer. These five survivors have seen brutality and experienced intense hard­ ship; but thanks to organi­ zations like World Relief, they are able to escape and find new beginnings. And thanks to people like Jim and Rhea Ferrier, they have a place to call home — at least for now. *For more information on Sudan and relief efforts, check outwww.worldrelief.org. Sunfield scouts recycling drive dates announced Sunfield Boy Scouts will have recycling at the west end of Carl's parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 9. The scouts will accept: • Newspapers — tied or in grocery bags. • Glass — clear, clean, no caps. • Aluminum — with no paper or plastic coating. • Tin cans — flattened, clean, with no labels. • Magazines — tied of in grocery bags (no Read­ er's Digest). Scouts ask that items not be dropped off early. The next recycling date will be Saturday, Aug. 11, 2001. [LOCAL CHURCH SCHEPULEl 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 of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a m. Morning Worship.................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............ 6:45 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 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 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 am. 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 Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) .Worship 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 am; ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ......................... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .................... 10a?m. Church Service ................... 11 a m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. .9 am. for all services. Affiliated with the Independent 616-795-9030 Rev. David T Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon David S Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Anglican Church (Canada Synod). �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 - ?a9e ® Retired English teachers help bridge gap in Florida by Sarah Linn Staff Writer A couple of retired En­ glish schoolteachers last winter took on a new chal­ lenge while wintering in Florida. Long-time friends Dor­ othy Carpenter and Martha Luneke, retired teachers from Maple Valley and Bellevue, respectively, and their husbands made their yearly trek to the sunshine state, to live at their mobile home and RV park near Port Charlotte, Fla. But when they reached the park, they noticed some new additions to the area — 43 French-speaking Canadian couples to be exact — who knew lit­ tle or no English. Further­ more, most of these people (mainly from Quebec) were in dire straits, having lost their homes and prop­ erty in Fort Lauderdale to an Indian reservation casino after only a 50-day notice. In total, Encore park in El Jobean (a town about •* HASTINGS 4 *®i 11 * fl « -tali Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203______ 945-2243 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm 'fes-till »Rhp^ Rhp^ 9iM taKsjjj Mitiffifr Utist^t $5.00 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon-Thur^^^ DIGITAL STEREO Q No passes Corn Rellll. Unlimited Free Drink RelllH * Stadium Seating Gives An Unobstructed View YOU 'community was estab­ the size of Chester) wellished through these volun­ corned 72 total mobile teers. homes and trailers. "It's been a wonderful "It caused a real rift — experience," said Luneke. there was real resentment "I speak no French, but it's when we got there in Jan­ been delightful. I've had a uary," said Luneke. "There very good time and made were people trying to help some wonderful friends." break the barriers, and Dorothy really was one of the leaders." Canadians and Ameri­ Carpenter organized cans alike enjoy each three groups of about 60 other's company and people in order to teach some really good food them English. Along with near Port Charlotte, Luneke, a couple from Florida. A good time was Iowa, and a teacher's aide had by all. from New York they taught beginning,, intermediate and advanced classes. The French-speaking people were taught how to order at restaurants with basic etiquette, how to ask med­ ical questions, and mainly how to be friendly. Though the students were encouraged not to talk about religion or poli­ tics, there were still many things to discuss each week: from grandchildren, to occupations, to geogra­ phy. There was even a les­ son on American slang. "My husband and I thought one thing we should do is establish a warm relationship with these people — and it was rewarding and fun," Dorothy said with a smile. Many Americans also took interest in the classes. Former activities director Jean-Guy Frenette said, "I believe we have a good re­ lationship with the people here. I was surprised to see so many Americans who wanted to learn French, when they don't have to use it." One of the volunteers from Iowa, Dr. Rich Richter, and the volunteer from New York, Barb In­ gram, are both studying French this summer. Certificates were given at the end of the class for enthusiasm and effort, friendships were formed, and a renewed sense of 8osM To Do Business With ■’SRSj Consider these Advantages SHOWS VAUD 6/04 ■ 6/07 OTHE ANIMAL jj (PG-13) 11-40, 2:10, 4:30, 7:10, 9:10 OPEARL HARBOR (PG-13) OIGITAUSTADIUM SEATIDG 11-30, 3:00, 6:30, 10:00 (PG) SHREK OICITAL/STAOIUM SEATIDG 1 00, 3:10, 5:10, 7:00, 9:00 THE MUMMY RETURNS (PG-13) 11:50, 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50 Community Notices FREE I Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad O HastinosJ-ejjr ■ II WWW.GQTI.COMX FREE CPR CLASSES. Spon­ sored by Nashville Ambu­ lance, June 6th or June 13th. Call (517)852-9661 gj^u Sidewalk Cafe A growing, locally owned bank serving the community for 65 years. ♦ Professional, friendly staff involved in the community. Decisions made quickly. ♦ Competitive deposit rates and products. Flexible Loan Packages. Home Mortgage Loans - serviced locally. ATM's & Night Depository - All 5 locations Telephone Inquiry System, check your accounts from the convenience ofhome. Call for details. Eaton Federal For delicious... Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp Fish & Chicken Baskets L>rj Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEM" Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. • 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or lots ofparking in back - Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-93 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 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon EQUAL HQU5IN6 LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5,2001 - Page 4 Fifth-graders graduate from DARE program Marvin 7. Nelson Fifth graders listen and wait for their diplomas at the Maple Valley DARE graduation. by Sarah Linn StaffWriter About 125 Maple Valley fifth-graders graduated from the 15-week DARE program Friday. Each student was pre­ sented with a certificate, and there were five winners and five runners-up for the essay contest. Mary Jewell and Mike Chapman were among the 10 students who won the es­ say contest, were chosen to read their essays aloud. Essay winner Mary Jewell reads her essay aloud, while Deputy Tom Campbell looks on. "It gives me a good feel­ ing when someone gives me a good essay," said DARE officer and Eaton County Deputy Tom Campbell. The students, faculty and speaker seemed to each dis­ cuss choices. The DARE program teaches kids about drugs and their dangers and equips them to make posi­ tive life choices. Gene Fischer of the Ver­ montville Lions Club, who was also a speaker, said, "We figure if we can help one kid, we have done a good job." "Most crimes committed by juveniles are drug-re­ lated," said speaker and Eaton County Probate Judge Michael F. Skinner. He spoke of legal repercussions caused by negative choices and gave examples of kids breaking the law. Lastly, Judge Skinner en­ couraged the kids, "Keep on making the right choices and your parents will never have to see me bring the hammer down on you," he said as hit the podium with his gavel. CHARLOTTE - Marvin J. Nelson, 96, of Charlotte, Michigan, died June 2,2001. Marvin was bom Dec. 19, 1904, in Sidney Township, Montcalm County, Michi­ gan, the son of Albert and Marie (Pedersen) Nelson. He attended Muskrat Coun­ try School, Greenville High School, and graduated from Sheridan High School. He also attended Ferris Institute. He married Hazel (Erik­ sen) on June 25, 1929. He was County Abstractor of the Montcalm County Abstract office in Stanton for 25 years before purchas­ ing the Eaton County Ab­ stract Company in Charlotte in 1947. He was joined in partnership by his son in 1958 and sold the business in 1986 to First American Title Company. He and Hazel moved to Independ­ ence Village in Grand Ledge in 1999. He has held mem­ berships in Michigan Land Title Association, American Land Title Association, Charlotte Lion’s Club, Char­ lotte Yacht Club, Michigan Tree Farmer’s Association, and was a Lifetime Mason. He wa also active in Boy Scouting. He and Hazel were charter members of Peace Lutheran Church where he served as treasurer for many years. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Hazel, son, Roger (Jane) Nelson of Duck Lake, daughter, Jeanette (Fred) Kogge of Hastings, grandchildren, Steven (Sumire) Kogge, Scott (Rose) Kogge, Sandra (Gary) Ragan, Stuart (Kathie) Kogge, Michael (Kath­ leen) Nelson, Judy (Matt­ hew) Wineinger, Robin Nel­ son, step-grandchildren, Sarah and Sam Kellogg, Andrea and Derek King and, great-grandchildren, Lauren Kogge, Katherine and Erik Ragan, Kyle and Connor Kogge, Abby and Megan Wineinger and Olivia Nel- son, sister Evelyn Strobridge of Greenville, sisters-in-law Frances Eriksen of Grand Rapids, Erma Sheaha of Santa Barbara, CA and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers and their wives, Arnold (Donna) Nel­ son and Clifford (Leona) Nelson, brothers-in-law El­ mer Strobridge, Peter Sheaha and Lester Ericksen. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 5, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Noel Hall-Neimann officiating. Interment 2 p.m. Wednesday at South Sidney Cemetery in Mont­ calm County. If desired memorial con­ tributions may be made , to Peace Lutheran Church or Hayes Green Beach Hos­ pital. Further information available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Clarence B. Faust HASTINGS - Clarence B. Faust, 96, of Hastings died Monday, May 28, 2001 at Tendercare ofHastings. Mr. Faust was bom on Oct. 7, 1904 in Eaton County, Michigan, the son of Jacob and Wilhelmina (Yack) Faust. He was raised in the Vermontville, MI area and attended the Wells rural school. He was married to Dorothy L. Warner on March 20, 1929 and she sur­ vives. The couple lived in the Vermontville area, to Bellevue in 1940 and to the Hastings area in 1967. Mr. Faust farmed with his father for a few years, worked for Eaton County Road Commission for sever­ al years before working as a machinist for the Ketchum Machine Shop in Freeport, MI retiring in 1979. Mr. Faust especially enjoyed gardening. Mr. Faust is survived by his wife, Dorothy; sister, Dorothea (Verle) Stall of Charlotte, MI; sister-in-law, Betty (William) Cappon of Woodland, MI; several, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, sisters, Florence Kilpatrick and Blanche Minich, and broth­ er, Lloyd Faust. Services were held Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at the Wren Funeral Home. Pastor Daniel D. Graybill officiated. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Helen Ruth (Marsh) Wellman Same good neighbor” agent Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, Ml 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Like a good neighbor, Eaton County Probate Judge Mike Skinner rules the room with his gavel, as he speaks to the kids about positive choices. VERMONTVILLE Helen Ruth (Marsh) Wellman, of Vermontville, Michigan, formerly of Sunfield, passed away Thursday, May 24, 2001 at Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital in Charlotte, Michigan at the age of 78. She was born April 6, 1923 in Sunfield, Michigan; daughter of Merle H. and Lila Edith (Bartlette) Sayer. Helen was a very family oriented woman, dedicated to her children, grandchil­ dren and great grandchil­ dren. She shared her many tal- Congratulations to our #3 grandson, CHAD SPEARS, and all 2001 graduates of Maple Valley May God be with you— State Farm is there.9 State Farm Insurance Companies Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois www.statefarm.com S£oue, Q/tandpa Q/tandma, <34aito(!d & Qessie Steu/a/d ents of sewing, wallpapering and was a 4-H leader in Eaton and Ionia County for 25 years. She also enjoyed being part ofthe senior dinners in Sunfield and Lake Odessa. Mrs. Wellman was pre­ ceded in death by her par­ ents and two husbands, Victor Stank and Donald Marsh. Surviving are her hus­ band, Keith Wellman of Vermontville (and his fami­ ly), three sons, James (Delores) Stank of Sunfield, Richard (Shelia) Stank of Lake Odessa, Donald (Cindy) Marsh of Hastings, one daughter, Ja nice (Lee) Marsh-Prelesnik Galesburg, 14 grandchil­ dren, three great grandchil­ dren, two brothers, Bob (Flo) Sayer of Sunfield, and John (Ione) Sayer of Portland. Funeral services were held Monday, May 28, 2001 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church with the Rev. Brian Sheen officiat­ ing. Interment services fol­ lowed the church service at the West Sebewa Cemetery. The pallbearers were Victor Stank, Rick J. Stank, Eric Shad, Jarek MarshPrelesnik, Garth MarshPrelesnik, Jessie MarshPrelesnik, Randy Carlson, and Ben Hall. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the Michigan Arthritis Founda­ tion in memory of Mrs. Helen R. (Marsh) Wellman. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information log onto: www.legacy.com. Call 945-9554 anytime for ACTION-Ads! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 — Page 5 MV Memorial Scholarship Foundation awards announced The Maple Valley Rumsey, who will be study­ Memorial Scholarship ing high performance motor Foundation presented 32 speed technology at recipients with a total of Northwest Lima Ohio. Tim $40,000 in scholarship fund­ is the son of Tim and ing at the graduation exercis­ Darlene Rumsey. es June 3. Because the Village of One scholarship went to Nashville could not build a an alumni, a graduate of the new library and meet the Class of 1980. The other 1 conditions set forth in the all were from the Maple Fuller estate trust, the Valley High School Class of money, $73,333.33, came to 2001. the scholarship foundation. The Maple Valley Three-fourths of the interest Memorial Scholarship is to be used for scholarships Foundation has eight and the rest will be added to “named awards,” designated the base amount. This year’s because of large gifts from recipient ofthe Fuller Award individuals or bequests from is Philicia West, who has estates. already started her college The Elizabeth Good estate work at KCC and will even­ brought to the foundation a tually transfer to MSU. total ofmore than $105,000. Philicia’s mother is Lori Though no request was made West. for a named award, the board The first sizeable named of directors thought it fitting scholarship, the Keihl to give one of the scholar­ Award, was started from ships each year in her name. funds from the Alice Keihl This year’s recipient is Tim estate, totaling $38,453.74, designated for the purpose of helping a freshman boy or girl with college expenses. Timothy Hope College, majoring in civil engineer­ ing. Tony and Ruth Ann Wawiemia are his parents. Hugh Hickok gave a size­ able amount of stock to the foundation, which sold for more than $57,000. Resulting in the board of directors adding the Hickok Award. Jennifer Mansfield, who will be attending WMU is this year’s recipient. Robert and Vicki Mansfield are her parents. After receiving a $50,000 donation from Frances and Lloyd Eaton the board of directors again designated a name award, which goes this year to Chad Spears, son of Kathy and Fred Spears Jr. Chad will attend LCG to study tool and die making. Three $500 names awards have been supplemented this year with additional $1000 scholarships. The Sackett Award, which is in memory of Hale B. Sackett, a longtime employ­ ee of Nashville schools, is given this year to Davis Drumm, son of David and Cynthia Drumm. Davis will attend LCC, studying biolo­ gy- The Lintner Award, estab­ lished by Dorothy Edmonds in memory of her daughter, Valorie, who was a member of the Nashville Class of 1962, is awarded to Brian Burt, son of Daniel and Heidi Burt, who will be attending MSU. The Hartenburg Award, established through many donations in memory oflong time teacher and administra­ tor Burr Hartenburg, is given this year to Matthew will attend Hope College to study package engineering and marketing. All interest earned on donated funds is awarded each year to Maple Valley graduates. This year, besides the eight named award recip­ ients, an additional 24 schol­ arships are being awarded. One ofthese is to an alum­ ni of Maple Valley, who will soon be an elementary teacher. Christine Smith, who has been enrolled at Cornerstone University, graduated from Maple valley in 1980 as Christine Hamilton. She is the recipi­ ent of one of the regular MVMSF scholarships. The remaining 23 scholar­ ships for 2001 are awarded See scholarships, pg. 1 Your policies come with an agent and local service jibs ’ttbsum^ ® * fkratt •brw ilhif®. •>?»i Sm« mi tiah “MsWijJij vol I nib rss Sai « ctk ;yb noL itga fai 8d ■ Hfl (® Wkffl Mat rnWiikr oiMstte .^KUSIRI kfnhrnlfati asifi Girl Scouts do landscaping On Saturday, May 12, Ashley Forst and Gortnee Gortne Wyskowski from Troop 206 landscaped in front of the Vermontville Village office. Pizzeria H S. MAInBeRMONTVILLE Ml 4909I PHONE 726-1518 • FAX 517-726-0232 Tuesday - Thursday 11 AM-10 PM riday & Saturday 11 AM 12 Midnight Sunday 4 PM-10PM WcBJeliver! ® Delivery in Nashvil ||| $2.00 Extra TUESDAY -THURSDAY Come in with your Basebail uniforms Kids get free Pop with purchose of Pizzo Call us for a competitive quote on your Home, Auto, Farm or Business at (517) 726-0580 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville Hastings Mutual Insurance Company w Hastings, Michigan • 49058-1091 �e Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 - Page 6 Scholarships, from page 5 Jennifer Mansfield, Kyle Lackschiede and Jason Carrigan, shared memories of school including a truly unforgettable senior trip, athletic and academic achievements and time spent together. Speaker Rob VanEngen urged students to move into their future with love, light and wisdom. These traits will help them form good relationships and live fulfilling lives. The musical selections underlined the bittersweet nature of the graduation. The trio of Jessica Hummel,Gwen McDougal and Stacy Shepperly reminded everyone to "Go the Dis­ tance." The seniors joined the band to play "It's hard to say goodbye." The senior choir members shared the chorus and solos in "Let It Be." During the presentation of the diplomas, some students checked to see if the diploma was really there. Too soon even with handshakes, smiles, hugs, a few tears and lots of pho­ tographs the ceremonies were over. The beachball bounced high into the air and the mortarboards flew up to a blue sky. It was hard for the classmates to leave the field behind Fuller Street School. Valedictorian Jason Carrigan who was the recipient of a Western Michigan University Medallion $32,000 scholarship brought his classmates to laughter with recollections of the time they have spent together Congratulations to the grads ef the Class of 2001! Board members handed out diplomas Seniors joined the band for “It's hard to say good-bye” Alice M. King "Go the Distance" sang the trio of Jessica Hummel, Gwen McDougal and Stacy Shepperly CANDIDATE ROBERT D. HYVARINEN LAKEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL BOARD VOTE JUNE 11, 2001 EDUCATION FAMILY Assoc. Degree Lansing Community College industrial Management Bachelors Degree Spring Arbor College Management of Human Resources Professional Experience Manager CM 23 Years • Employee involvement instructor 3 Years Township Board 10 Years Chairman Professional manager Network CM Metal Fabrication Division 2 Years Married, 6 children, all attended Lakewood, 2 still in high school. Grand child starting next fall. Resident of the community since 1978. PERSONAL EXPERIENCE 4-H Leader Little league Baseball & Softball Coach Church Board Quiz Team coach VFW life member Bob's education & work experience can be an asset in dealing with issues, policies, budgets and goals of the school district, we need to foster the best possible learning environment for our children. Paid for by the committee to elect Robert D. Hyvarinen, 8935 W Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville. Ml 49096 MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Alice M. King, 89, formerly of Caledonia and Vermont­ ville died Sunday, June 3, 2001 at Carvath Village, Middleville. Mrs. King was bom on Sept. 15, 1911 in Caledonia, MI, the daughter ofJohn and Harriet (Heintz) Smith. She was raised in the Caledonia area and attended Caledonia schools, graduating in 1930. She then continued her edu­ cation at Western State College, Kalamazoo in 1931. She was married to Kenneth C. King on April 11, 1932 in Caledonia. The couple lived on their 40 acre Caledonia farm where they raised seven children. In 1963 she began working at Gehl restaurant in Caledonia until moving to their 30 acre farm in Vermontville. She was a life member of the Eastern Star No. 97 Caledonia, Life member of the Ladies Aux-iliary Post 8260 of the VFW-Nashville. She was known to many at the VFW as “Ma King”. She enjoyed working VFW sup­ pers and playing bingo. She is survived by her sons, Richard King, Lexing­ ton, KY, James (Beverly) King, New Orleans, LA, Peter (Diane) King, Center­ ville, TN, John (Audrey) King, St. Joseph, MI; daugh­ ters, Karolyn (Raymond) Blocher, Woodland, MI, Joan (Jim) Bode, Newaygo, MI; 17 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; two sis­ ter-in-laws (Mildred Calvin and Vera Brawer) Alaska, MI; and several cousins. Preceding him in death were her husband Kenneth, son, Charles, grandson Michael and two brothers. Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 5, 2001 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home in Nashville. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Rev. Ben Herring officiating. Burial will be at Alaska Cemetery, Alaska, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Dorr R. Darby NASHVILLE - Mr. Dorr R. Darby, 80, of Nashville died Saturday, June 2, 2001 at his home. Mr. Darby was bom on March 20, 1921 in Maple Grove Township, Barry County, MI, the son of John and Effie (Woodard) Darby. He was raised in Maple Grove Township and attend­ ed Barry County rural schools, graduating in 1938 from Hastings High School. He served in the U.S. Army from Sept. 25, 1942 until Jan. 9, 1946. He married Audra L. Endsley in 1946 and she died in 1995. He then mar­ ried A. Elaine Catlin in 1997 and she survives. He was employed at the E.W Bliss Company in Hastings for about 20 years before his retirement. He and great grandchildren; was a member of the brother, Richard Darby of Hastings First Baptist Gainesville, FL. Church, attended Nashville Preceding him in death Baptist Church, and a long­ were his parents; wife, time escort volunteer at Audra; and sister, Frances Pennock Hospital. Conklin. Mr. Darby is survived by Services will be held at 11 his wife, Elaine; daughters, a.m. Tuesday, June 5,2001 at Debra Steele of Battle the Nashville Baptist Creek, Diane (Jasper) Miles Church. Pastors Lester of Nashville, MI; sons, DeGroot, Deano Lamphere David (Cindy) Darby of and Vance Catlin officiating. Rockford, MI, Daniel Burial will be at Hastings (Lucinda) Darby of Township Cemetery, Barry Bloomfield, New Mexico; County, ML Memorial contributions step-daughters, Janet (Fred) Rushford of Nashville, MI, may be made to Continental Missions or Jane (Tim) Anderson of Baptistt Caledonia, MI, Jan (Jimmy) Nashville’s Putnam District Duke ofPlant City, FL; step­ Library. Arrangements were made sons, Vance (Sandra) Catlin of Plant City, FL, David by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. (Ruth) Catlin, of Plant City, FL; several grandchildren �. The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 - Page 7 Klein named Man of the Year The Wrestling USA Magazine has named Jare Klein, wrestling coach at Olivet College, as the recipient of the 2001 State of Michigan Man of the Year award. Klein completed his 33rd year at Olivet and holds a career dual meet record of 569-116 (.831), best among active NCAA Division III coaches. Klein has coached 15 All­ Americans and 43 Academic All-Americans. The Marshall native was inducted into the NCAA Division III Hall of Fame and the Michigan Hall of Fame in 1992 and 1997, respectively. The Marshall native will also coach 20 NCAA Scholarships, from page 5 to: lme hint K ■Ki rStfi 3a>if!fe;i« B+tasiWCii BdVm Bnw| .tki IILiMib tatebtlt nktliiHH a Mi a» -'ws|W»iiiililB bkj VmauM a’iWsktJ? ikM*1 \ajni kkrSjiiBdk® INI t K.U .U c* fe3£3^® ,c* Ijj?' Jason Abfalter, who will attend LCC, studying HVAC or heating and cooling. Others attending LCC are Jennifer Clements, studying criminal justice; Clay Huff, will study auto body; Rosemary Jarrard, business office assistant; Timothy Kienutske, automotive tech­ nology; Amber Newton, dental hygiene; and Joann Jackson will study massage therapy. Many recipients will attend KCC. Christian Allwardt will study account­ ing; Jessica Pierce and Stacy Shepperly both plan to start their studies there to become elementary teachers; Jeff Rhodes, Carissa Keasler and Torri Newton will be in nurs­ ing programs; Jacob Cole will start his study in engi­ neering; Marc Bush, music theory education and TV production; and Kristina Lamb also plans to attend KCC. Christy Cook is undecided about which college she will attend to study interior design. Amy Reid will attend WMU majoring in elemen­ tary education. Andy Ewing will attend Ferris studying market/business manage­ ment. Michael Hamilton II will be MSU, studying elec­ trical technology. Jessica Hummel will start with the general curriculum while attending WMU. Christina Racine plans to start in the prevent program at MSU. Adam Watson is attending Florida Gulf Coast Univer­ sity, studying biology/chiropractic. The Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation was started in the spring of 1986 by retiring teachers Junia Jarvie and Dorothy Carpenter, with a total of $121.44, made up of small amounts of leftover funds collected to give a scholar­ ship in memory of Olith Hamilton and money left from scholarships in memo­ ry of Vickie Fox and Corey Wolff, and Future Home­ makers Association donation in memory of Fox and Hamilton. The foundation was incor­ porated on May 14, 1987, by four people, attorney David Dimmers, who worked with Jarvie and Carpenter to assure the correct legal wording of the articles of incorporation and bylaws; Kevin Kilpatrick who had obtained the tax exempt sta­ tus, and Dorothy Carpenter and Junia Jarvie co-orginators. Since 1987 the foundation has awarded 194 scholar­ ships totaling $171,800 from interest earned on donated funds. The foundation is con­ trolled by a board of direc­ tors which meets twice year­ ly. There are no applications for scholarships, as all cur­ rent year graduates are con­ sidered by a selection com­ mittee made up of teachers representing five different areas of instruction at Maple Valley High School. Alumni also may request consideration. Selection is based primarily on attitude and effort and desire to suc­ ceed. Division III grapplers in July on a development tour of Europe in the countries of Bulgaria, Greece and France. "I wasn't expecting to take another trip this summer and was pleased that my coaching friends called and said pack your bags," Klein said. "I'm really excited to be traveling to Greece with an opportunity to see cultural sites and add to my personal wrestling experiences." Card of Thanks THE FAMILY OF Gert McCrimmon would like to say thank you to all those who sent cards and for all the food that was brought. A special thanks to Janette & Don Joseph, Littles Country Store, Rev. Ward Pierce and the Maple Valley Chapel for all their help & support. It was all appreciated very much. Ken McCrimmon & family. MAPLE VALLEY Wf Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com ** Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Phone (517) 852-1915 fSTSS OMOHTuiin HIYIS MLS9 Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................................................................... 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, June 10 2 to 4 p.m. 1425 Hammond Rd. in Hastings Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring & cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info". Hew Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) Priced to buy... $269,90011 Your Host... Jerry Reese IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE Virtual Tour www.realtor.com APARTMENTS FRONT WITH 2 - 2 BEDROOM On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 6t has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front rear stairs. Call Homer for more details 8t appointment to see. (H-117) For Rent NASHVILLE: VERY NICE 1 bedroom house, attached ga­ rage, (517)852-9386. Miscellaneous SEEKING RESPONSIBLE person to help with shovel­ ing in exchange for handling & riding Tennessee Walkers. (517)726-0644 Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Recreation 1988 17' TRACKER Bass boat, 45 hp Mercury, trolling motor, fish finder, trailer, nice boat, must sell, $3,900 OBO. (616)374-0086 SEA NYMPH: 14R 15HP JOHNSON ELECTRIC START BALKO TRAILER. GRAPH, MANY EXTRAS, $2,500 OBO. (231)853-6342 AFTER 6:00PM. ON 2-1- WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master Bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more “info". (CH-127) VACANT LAND BACK ON THE MARKET! SELLERS SAY WRITE BEAUTIFUL HIGH ALL OFFERS!! WOODED SETTING. "COUNTRY COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 ACRES NE OF VERMONTVILLE NEAR M-50. GOOD LOCATION, BLACKTOP ROAD. Hewer windows, roof 8f fur­ nace. Heeds some TLC on the inside. Call today for your pri­ vate showing. Call Hyle. (CH-106) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 NILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are “wooded”, range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Hyle for more details. (VL-131) HOME" ON 4.9 ACRES Extra wooded acre available. 3 bedroom, walk t iiy any “newer" i rovements include windows, doors, carpeting roof, vinyl siding 8r pump. 2-car garage plus pole barn 30x40 w/drains 8c electric. Call Homer for more details. (CH-125) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, “Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (H-116) 110 ACRES nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Hashville. Call Hyle for all the details. (VL-130) VERMONTVILLE 3 UNIT! 3 unit apartment house on corner lot in Vermontville, some recent improvements. Great investment opportuni­ ty. Call Hyle today for a pri­ vate showing. (V-132) WJX® ®’ X*3# 3" Double Prints c^L ii# #j, Jl* Jl* 0* .W1’ One to Keep, One to Share 12 exp. 24 exp. & rJ, ON 10 ACRES LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) [ e’- NICE "COUNTRY HOME" 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call Hyle. (CH-129) "COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fire­ place, huge master suite on second floor. Call Hyle for all the “info". (CH-122) 36 exp. Standard Processing $184,900! ON 3 ACRES Applies to 35mm color print film. Not valid with APS or Premium Processing. BETWEEN NASHVILLE $51,000!!! NASHVILLE Valid May 00 to June 9. 9 North Main, Nashville K &MME PH ARM A C live bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (H-128) 8r HASTINGS Hewly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim throughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call Jerry. .(CH-124) JUST LISTED! HASTINGS. 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to “move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 - Page 8 Mobile Homes Garage Sale Real Estate ABANDONED REPO. YARD SALE 1 day only, BANK needs someone to as-Saturday June 9th, 9:00amsume payments on huge 3 4:00pm, lots of baby items bedroom home. Will move if and toys, clothes up to 5T, necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ladies clothes even and plus sizes, many new ladies ABANDONED REPO: sweaters. Star Trek book, BANK needs someone to as­ king size bed sheets. 8855 sume, will move if necessa­ Guy Rd., Nashville between ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ Cloverdale and Butler Rd. 968-7376.________________ look for signs FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several YARD SALE, 8AM-5PM, banks, they are eager to sell June 7th & 8th, 222 E. Main, homes they have repos­ Vermontville. sessed. No application fee if NationalAds you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461________________ HOMEWORKERS NEEDREPO: MUST SELL! Will ED: $635 weekly processing look at any offer. 3 bedroom, mail. Easy! No experience 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. ry. 1-800-672-9604 The Dog House & Pet Grooming V/l J? G Professi°nal Grooming ofAll Breeds 1; Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands ~ _________ Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Now Offering Pickup and QElivery ~ 5 TO 10 acre parcels on easy land contract terms. Most down payments as low as $500. For a complete list of all available parcels, includ­ ing location maps, surveys and photos go to www.northemlandco.com, offered by Northern Land Company in Kalkaska. LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS: Wonderful family home on nearly 1 acre. Full finished basement with 2 family rooms, rec room & 4 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths on main level. Total living space in­ cluding basement is 2,200 sq. ft. Mature Pine trees sur­ round this beautiful, peace­ ful property. 1.5 miles from Sunfield. Drive by & see! 11091 Ionia Rd., south of M­ 43. Call Tim Draper/Sherry Bradshaw @ Century 21 Hometown, 517-372-2273 or 517-487-6118 cell 517-402­ 6675. Secretary of State mobile office visits The mobil Secretary of State was in Vermontville last week. The mobil unit will visit again November 5, and 6. Business Services BULLDOZING: 2909. MURRAY'S ASPHALT MAINTENANCE. Over 20 years experience. Seal coat­ ing, crack repair, patching, driveways and parking lots. Free estimates. Cell (517)331­ 2786. Home (517)852-0530. Willie. . ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 WATER DELIVERED FOR swimming pools, ponds, construction sites, etc. Ask for Chuck, call (517)726-1005 or (517)204-7451. Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating~Trucking~Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 * Days (517) 726-0020 * Off Hours (517) 852-2143 * Off Hours Sand - Drivewag Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems Engagements (616)948- Farm HORSE SHOEING &• TRIMMING: Richard Laws, (616)948-8388. Hengesbach-Kissane The engagement ofNancy Hengesbach of rural Sun­ field to Denis Kissane of Crosstown Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland, is an­ nounced. The couple met when Nancy was studying abroad and Denis attended a nearby university. Nancy is a 1993 graduate of Lakewood High School and earned her Bachelor’s ofArt in Interna­ tional Business and her Master’s Degree in Manage­ ment from Aquinas College. Nancy is employed by Wake Forest University in their Career Development Pro­ gram in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Denis is a graduate of Killarney Community College, Letterfrack Furniture Col­ lege, and Kendall College of Art and Design. He has ac­ cepted a position as a furni­ ture designer for the Lexing­ ton Furniture Company in Lexington, North Carolina. The couple plan a Sep- With ordinary tractors, when you reach the end of the row yOu •fiuiofi daa>| uea noA aiopq ajoiu aim.l® For Sale MONTGOMERY WARDS ELECTRIC self cleaning range, almond color with black front, in good condi­ tion, about 6 years old, call evenings (517)852-3955 Call for Classifieds 945-9554 tember 1 wedding and re­ ception in Grand Rapids, Michigan. A second recep­ tion will be held on Septem­ ber 9th for the couple in Killarney, Ireland at the Drumhall Hotel. Nancy is the daughter of Kathleen and Marvin Hengesbach of rural Sun­ field. Denis is the son of Josephine and John Kissane of Crosstown, Killarney, Ireland. Hildreth-Gable Ms. Dianne Hildreth of Nashville, Michigan, and Mr. Tom Hildreth of Hast­ ings, Michigan, announce the engagement of their son, Mr. Damon Hildreth to Miss Jyl Gable, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Gable ofNew Albany, Indiana. A May wedding is planned for next year. Miss Gable graduated from Indiana University and is a Senior Marketing Busi­ ness Analyst at Humana, Inc. in Louisville, Kentucky. Mr. Hildreth graduated from the University of Kentucky and is an Executive Assis- tant in the Public Affairs De­ partment for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, in Frankfort, Kentucky. CHERYL’S J J HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI a A 517-852-2377 y Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children £ With the new John Deere SST*Lawn Tractor, just turn the steer/ r/ 06 noA go pue '0Q8 L uids 'paqiA PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial General Labor status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer- encc.’. oi discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal John Deere custodians, pregnant women and people Nothing Runs Like a Deere: securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly www.SpinSteer.com accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) [ Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927 ­ 9275. John Deere www.deere.com 945-9526 ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. �me Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. June 5. 2001 - Page 9 Lakewood, Hastings win Barry County track titles HASTINGS — Leading Delton Kellogg by two points and heading into the final event, Hastings' 1600meter relay foursome realized that a possible Saxons' championship at the May 29 All-Barry County Track Meet was in their hands. ...Or should we say in their feet. The Saxon four — Brandon Dahn, Juan Silva, Cullen McKeough and Jake Huess — were not about to let the opportunity slip away and coasted to a second place, 3:39.68 finish ahead of the fourth place Panther squad's performance. "They kept it close and Juan Silva ran a super anchor leg to beat the kid at the line," Hastings coach Paul Fulmer said. That finish gave the Hastings boys 93 total points and first place honors on its home track. Delton EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS ■ ■ H • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... B ia A't 1' WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. lit jmtatel fasiiyini Matthew D. Ewing Owner larketinj BusiI il Him ttaudy. jatalta rrfbrij tcufete • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Qther Well Supplies Miiikttlfcit pjtwirtM' W®*®1 WttH GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 HfflW f flBWW* 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Champions at the 2001 Barry County Meet, (from left to right) Alesia VanEngen, Brieann Treloar, Megan Garvey and Micah Tobias (400 relay), Miranda Farr (pole vault) and Sarah Cook (discus). The champion 400 relay team from Maple Valley, (front row left to right) Tim Wawiernia, Adam Watson; (back row from left to right) Andy Ewing and Troy Sloan. wound up in second with 87 points. The Saxons won four of the 17 events, while the Panthers won five. "We wanted to end the season on a good note; obviously that was our goal," Fulmer said. "We had some performances and the team came through." Middleville's boys were third with 69 points, Maple Valley fourth with 68 and Lakewood ended up fifth with 36. The girls' title also went down to the wire as well, with Lakewood finishing just two points in front of Middleville, 91 to 89, to claim the No. 1 spot. With eight first places, the Lady Vikings secured their trophy. Middleville's girls won five of the 17 events. Hastings' girls were third with 64 points, Maple Valley fourth with 59 and Delton fifth with 48. Middleville tallied one You can have the best! Lance Lite 815 Self-contained camperforfull-size trucks 1 A wwy tpidil prtct What a great deal on a new yN wfl wfl lance Ute 815! This Mly self-contained camper has a shower, flush toilet, dual holding tanks, large furnace, hot water heater, refrigerator-freezer, queen-size caterer bed. dinette-bed and much more. All with quality Lance construction and a two-year limited warranty. This same ____ floor plan Is available tor short-bed tucks at a sllghtfy higher price. Special Financing! "price does not mdude appncabte license. keigM or nstMetor Dennis Trailer Sales 5226 N. Grand River Ave. • Lansing, Ml 48906 517-321-1805 www. dennistrailer.com point more than Hastings, 158 to 157, to garner the most points of a team combined. Delton was third with 135 points. Lakewood and Maple Valley tied for fourth, each with 127 points. The event was not only competitive, but emotional. For some area athletes, the All-Barry County Track Meet was a chance to prepare for the State finals. For others it was a final chance to improve on their seasonal times and share in the camaraderie with their teammates. Whatever the case, the action was fast-paced and included some neck-to-neck photo finishes. There was plenty of reasons for motivation. For example, Hastings' boys 3200 relay team of Cullen McKeough, Joel Gibbons, Juan Silva and Jake Huess, were pumped to beat a Lakewood team that they had lost to at regionals. After Huess finished the last leg, the Saxons' had their revenge. Hastings was first in 8:31.228. Lakewood was close behind in second at 8:31.659. As for stars, the All-Barry County Track Meet had its share. On the girls' side, Lakewood's Rhianna Stalter (long jump, 100 high hurdles and 300 low hurdles) and Andrea Koch (100,400 and 200) each won three individual firsts and also ran on a winning relay team. Middleville's Melissa Quisenberry (1600 and 3200) also was a multiple individual champ who also was a member of a first place relay squad. Three athletes on the boys' side won two individual events: Delton's Bill Ferris (shot put and discus) and Kyle Williams (1600 and 800) and Maple Valley's Troy Sloan (100 and 200). Sloan also captured a third first by running for the Lions' victorious 400 relay team. The Barry County Track Meet seem to have the best. The weather was sunny, the competitions were fierce, the help to run the show was overwhelming and, as a result, everyone came out as champions. Pole Vault: 1. Richard Wilson (Maple Valley) 12­ 00.01; 2. Jason Erb (Delton) 12-00.00; 3. Matt Erb (Middleville) 11-06.00; 4. Josh Tobias (Middleville) 11-00.01; 5. Adam Watson (Maple Valley) 11-00.00. High Jump: 1. Joe See county track meet, pg. 10 NOTICE The regular June 6th meeting of the Castleton Township Board has been changed to June 13th at 7 p.m. at the township hall. BOYS Team Standings: 1. Hastings 93; 2. Delton 87; 3. Middleville 69; 4. Maple Valley 68; 5. Lakewood 36. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk 100 REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF REGULAR ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 11, 2001 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please take notice that the regular election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 11,2001. THE POLLS OF THE ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the regular 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 2005. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: Allison Avery Wayne T. Curtis Write-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 p.m. Friday, June 8,2001. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Pleace: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct conslts 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 conslts 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. Allison Avery Secretary, Board of Education �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 - Page 10 All-Barry County Track Meet, from page 9 Shaeffer (6-05.00; 2. Scott Brooks (Middleville) 6­ 02.00; 3. Joe Arens (Hastings) 5-10.02; 4. Justin VanSpronsen (Middleville) 5-10.01; 5. Jordan Hartley (Middleville) 5-10.00. Shot Put: 1. Bill Ferris (Delton) 47-03 1/2; 2. Jeff DeGoede (Delton) 44-09; 3. Zac Fulmer (Hastings) 43­ 08; 4. Rich Volosky (Hastings) 42-10 1/2; 5. Josh Grasman (Maple Valley) 41-03. Discus: 1. Bill Ferris (Delton) 134-04; 2. Zak Livermore (Lakewood) 129­ 06; 3. Chris Donalds (Hastings) 123-11; 4. Rod Reynolds (Delton) 118-05; 5. Josh Grasman (Maple. Valley) 117-04. Long Jump: 1. Jason Goggins (Hastings) 21-06 1/2; 2. Bruce Carpenter (Hastings) 19-05 1/2; 3. Mike LaFountain (Delton) 18-08; 4. Adam Watson (Maple Valley) 18-04; 5. Jake Young (Delton) 18-01. 3200 Meter Relay: 1. Hastings (Cullen McKeough, Joel Gibbons, Juan Silva and Jake Huess) 8:31.228; 2. Lakewood (Jake Schrock, Phil Plowman, David Stuart and Travis Williams) 8:31.659; 3. Delton (Evan Williams, Kyle Williams, Kevin Lillibridge and Barry Cooper) 8:56.233; 4. Middleville (Pat Jansens, Mike Stortz, Stuart Aspinall and Jason Doyle) 8: 58.526; 5. Maple Valley (Michael Mead, Jeff Taylor, Brian Burt and Ju&tin Sealy) 9: 25.856. 110 High Hurdles: 1. Eric Smith (Maple Valley) 16.034; 2. Craig Laurie (Hastings) 16.179; 3. Jason Beardslee (Maple Valley) 16.354; 4. Jason Erb (Delton) 17.05; 5. Steve Johnson (Middleville) 17.46. 100 Dash: 1. Troy Sloan (Maple Valley) 10.987; 2. Ryan Rowse (Hastings) 11.083; 3. Adam Schantz (Hastings) 11.458; 4. Tim Wawiernia (Maple Valley) 11.487; 5. Bruce Carpenter (Hastings) 11.493. 800 Meter Relay: 1. Hastings (Bruce Carpenter, Brandon Dahn, Adam Schantz and Ryan Rowse) 1:34.283; 2. Middleville (Ben Profitt, Zia Shook, Aaron Lalone and Adam Chamberlin) 1:34.753; 3. Maple Valley (Eric Smith, Adam Watson, Andrew Ewing and Troy Sloan) 1:35.902; 4. Delton (Jamie Collier, Jeremie Coplin, John Sackett and Josh Austin) 1:37.088; 5. Lakewood (Zak Livermore, Andy Hoort, Casey Wells and Lance Beglin) 1;38.287. 1600 Run: 1. Kyle Williams (Delton) 4:40.549; 2. Mike Stortz (Middleville) 4;47.476; 3. Kevin Lillibridge (Delton) 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. #23-1748 Maple Valley's duo of Troy Sloan and Tim Wawiernia run past Hastings' Adam Schantz in the 100 dash. 4: 51.117; 4. Bryan Dunlap (Maple Valley) 5;03.744; 5. Jon Erickson (Delton) 5: 07.717. 400 Meter Relay: 1. Maple Valley (Tim Wawiernia, Adam Watson, Andrew King and Troy Sloan) 45.352; 2. Middleville (Ben Profitt, Aaron Lalone, Zia Shook and Adam Chamberlin) 45.705; 3. Delton (Mike LaFountain, Jamie Collier, Josh Austin and Jeremie Coplin) 47.246; 4. Lakewood (Adam Raffler, Zach Pennock, Andy Hoort and Lance Beglin) 49.565; 5. Hastings (Jason Goggins Brandon Dahn, Adam Schantz and Ryan Rowse) NF. 400 Dash: 1. Scott Brooks (Middleville) 52.946; 2. Casey Wells (Lakewood) 53.518; 3. Steve Allen (Middleville) 54.165; 4. Michael Mead (Maple Valley) 54.47; 5. Juan Silva (Hastings) 54.943. 300 Intermediate Hurdles: 1. Jamie Collier (Delton) 41.741; 2. Kurt Bray (Middleville) 42.865; 3. Tim Wawiernia (Maple There’s never been a better W li tAoRMjrSeTRfOaNnG airconditioner. FROST HEATING & COOLING Nashville (517) 852-9565 Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Spring Air Conditioning Tune-up I Save $10.00 -Through June 12, 2001 CALL TO SCHEDULE ARMSTRONG Valley) 42.869; 4. Craig Laurie (Hastings) 43.823; 5. Eric Smith (Maple Valley) 44.26. 800 Run: 1. Kyle Williams (Delton) 2:01.302; 2. Jake Huess (Hastings) 2:08.337; 3. David Stuart (Lakewood) 2:10.402; 4. Jason Doyle (Middleville) 2:11.67; 5. Barry Cooper (Delton) 2:13.478. 200 Dash: 1. Troy Sloan (Maple Valley) 22.964; 2. Adam Schantz (Hastings) 23.828; 3. Adam Chamberlin (Middleville) 24.362; 4. Brandon Dahn (Hastings) 24.567; 5. Bruce Carpenter (Hastings) 24:65. 3200 Run: 1. Travis Williams (Lakewood) 10:01.202; Kyle 2. Williams (Delton) 10:30.567; 3. Phil Plowman (Lakewood) 10: 51.842; 4. William Roberts (Delton) 11:13.047; 5. Mike Stortz (Middleville) 11: 20.392. 1600 Meter Relay: 1. Middleville (Steve Allen, Aaron Lalone, Ben Profitt and Scott Brooks) 3:35.112; 2. Hastings (Brandon Dahn Juan Silva, Cullen McKeough and Jake Huess) 3:39.68; 3. Maple Valley (Bryan Dunlap, Tim Wawiernia, Eric Smith and Michael Mead) 3;40.556; 4. Delton (Tim Harris, Anthony Johnson, Kris Oglesbee and John Sackett) 3:41.528; 5. Lakewood (Casey Wells, Andy Hoort, Zak Livermore and David Stuart) 3:42.805. GIRLS Team Standings: 1. Lakewood 91; 2. Middleville 89; 3. Hastings 64; 4. Maple Valley 59; 5. Delton 48. Pole Vault: 1. Miranda Farr (Maple Valley) 9-00; 2. Greta Gustafson (Middleville) 8-06; 3. Tara Shoup (Delton) 7-06.01; 4. Teresa Venton (Middleville) 7-06; 5. Shelbi Cousins (Maple Valley) 7-00. High Jump: Shanna Tamminga (Delton) 5-03; 2. (tie) Niki Noteboom (Hastings) 5-00.01; Katie Noteboom (Hastings) 5­ 00.01; 4. Brieann Treloar (Maple Valley) 5-00; 5. Richard Wilson cleared 12-00.01 to take first place honors in the pole vault. Carly Spitzley (Maple Valley) 4-10. Shot Put: 1. Reilly O'Bryant (Lakewood) 30-08; 2. Brenda Bergakker (Middleville) 30-07; 3. Cashel Harp (Maple Valley) 30-05; 4. Lyndsey Rodgers (Lakewood) 30-01; 5. Angela Booth (Delton) 29­ 04. Discus: 1. Sarah Cook (Maple Valley) 105-02; 2. Cashel Harp (Maple Valley) 95-06; 3. Joann Bailey (Hastings) 89-08; 4. KellyWilson (Maple Valley) 87­ 00; 5. Reilly O'Bryant (Lakewood) 83-09. Long Jump: 1. Rhianna Stalter (Lakewood) 16-09; 2. Carly Spitzley (Maple Valley) 14-10 1/2; 3. Crystal Mayotte (Lakewood) 14-04; 4. Kara Hill (Hastings) 14-01; 5. Amy Miller (Middleville) 13-04. 3200 Meter Relay: 1. Middleville (Jessica Stortz, Jennifer Verkerke, Melissa Quisenberry and Elise Nyland 10:50.701; 2. Delton (Natasha Tamminga, Sarah Font, Lauren Cooper and Jessica Kellogg) 10:58.08; 3. Hastings (Melissa Hodges, Emily Hoke, Sarah Clevenger and Heidi Schroeder) 11:12.906; 4. Maple Valley (Andrea Eaton, Melissa Nisse, Summer Hill and Camille Wieland) 11:51.309. 100 High Hurdles: 1. Rhianna Stalter (Lakewood) 15.842; 2. Crystal Mayotte (Lakewood) 16.488; 3. Kristen Lydy (Hastings) 17.599; 4. Sarah Cook (Maple Valley) 17.662; 5. Sara Jansens (Middleville) 17.68. 100 Dash: 1. Andrea Koch (Lakewood) 12.962; 2. Niki Noteboom (Hastings) 13.209; 3. Aubrey Raymond (Middleville) 13.36; 4. Christina Charron (Delton) 13.614; 5. Lisa Noteboom (Hastings) 13.626. 800 Meter Relay: 1. Lakewood (Sarah Stowell, Crystal Mayotte, Rhianna Stalter and Andrea Koch) 1:51.512; 2. Hastings (Lisa Noteboom, Katie Noteboom, Niki Noteboom and Erin Dahn) 1:52.079; 3. Maple Valley (Alesia VanEngen, Micah Tobias, Stefanie Joostberns and Brieann Treloar) 1:52.419; 4. Middleville (Rachel Norton, Greta Gustafson, Whitney Robertson and Erin Robertson) 1:55.179; 5. Delton (Nicole Kotrba, Jessi Sinclair, Katie Parmenter and Shanna Tamminga) 1:57.865. 1600 Run: 1. Mel issa Quisenberry (Middleville) 5:28.277; 2. Jessica Stortz (Middleville) 5:32.314; 3. Stacy Carpenter (Lakewood) 5: 32.805; 4. Heidi Schroeder (Hastings) 6: 04.618; 5. Sarah Clevenger (Hastings) 6:34.689. 400 Relay: 1. Maple Valley (Alesia VanEngen, Micah Tobias, Brieann Treloar and Megan Garvey) 52.609; 2. Hastings (Brenda Westfall, Katie Noteboom, Lisa Noteboom and Niki Noteboom) 53.50; 3. Delton (Nicole Kotrba, Amy Collard, Megan Orseske and Christina Charron) 54.895; 4. Middleville (Aubrey Raymond, Casey Warner, Whitney Robertson and Erin Robertson) 55.223. 400 Dash: 1. Andrea Koch (Lakewood) 1:03.484; 2. Erin Dahn (Hastings) 1:05.48; 3. Erin Robertson (Middleville) 1:06.385; 4. Shanna Tamminga (Delton) 1:07.738; 5. Mandi Bechtel (Hastings) 1:10.659. 300 Low Hurdles: 1. Rhianna Stalter (Lakewood) 48.443; 2. Crystal Mayotte (Lakewood) 50.224; 3. Continued next page �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 — Page 11 Maple Valley Summer Track Program detailed Lions reach district final, win in SMAA Here is information pertaining to the Maple Valley Track Club Summer program: Practice sessions are Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. June 19, June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24. Ribbon Meets will be on Fridays. Field events begin at 6 p.m., running events start at 6:30 p.m. on July 19 and July 23. Ribbons will be awarded to places first through five in the following age groups: K-third, fourth-sixth, seventh-ninth, 10th-12th, adults 18-29 and veterans 30 plus. Ribbons will be given to both male and female divisions. Grades are determined by grades going into fall of 2001. The Meet of Champions is Friday, July 27. Field events begin at 5:30 p.m. and running events start at 6 p.m. Medals will be awarded to Maple Valley's baseball team played in a district final against Bellevue Monday after defeating Olivet 6-0 in five innings on Saturday. The Lions (17-7 overall) scored one run in the first inning, four in the second and one in the fifth to win over Olivet. Leading hitters in that game for Maple Valley were Ryan Goris (3-for-3 with a double), Jacob Cole (2-for-3 with a double), Jeff Rhoades (l-for-3 with a double), Chris Ripley (1-for-l) and Mike Hirneiss (l-for-3 with a two-run double). Darin Thnin (8-1) was the winning pitcher, striking out five. Last Tuesday (May 29) Maple Valley won two games against Webberville. The Lions scored 14 runs in the first inning and Thrun tossed a one-hit shutout. Top sluggers in that game were Jacob Cole (1-for-l with two RBI, Jeff Rhoades (2-for-3) and Travis Kersjes (3-for-3 with four RBI). Maple Valley beat Webberville 20-2 in the nightcap. In that game, major contributors included Mike Hirneiss (two RBI), Eric Goris (2-for-2 with four RBI), Jeff Rhoades (2-for-2 with a double) and Chris Ripley (l-for-2). The winning pitcher was Mike the top three in each event and the top two in relay events. There will be six divisions for both men and women K-third, fourth­ sixth, seventh-ninth, 10th12th, adults and veterans. Entry fee will be $5 for this meet only. Track facilities are located Maple Valley school menus Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, June 6 Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, mashed potatoes, fruit cocktail, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, June 7 Pizza, whole kernel com, applesauce, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt milk. Friday, June 8 Cook’s choice. Monday, June 11 Cook’s choice. ht i u tiT 22js te "® •'■ *HW/ totsi Wuitlsi®'!-; piMti faiityia, 'ta'ijl I. Bi m s ii ta, (jitii tsii (■SIB fejltoiEJifi ItV^B- lta|IMi. :■ (Una tapiiiWis 1 ifctttaffl jij: 1. ui Stan ta»i : j.v(j Hill!. i yh 11U I® 1- ®® ,4* OKtafWrt । jj"> jl?:2tafc -■tils •■ <■ W jtlntk HI ,fci HI.® !•51,11 W H ** flip I.* . ' V' S<*2l fc1®/ ft* i JLdO^ Running the 1600 run for the Lady Lions, Gwen McDougal. 4:26.174; 2. Delton (Katie Parmenter, Shanna Tamminga, Natasha tamminga and Kortni Matteson) 4:32.435; 3. Hastings (Mandi Bechtel, Melissa Hodges, Erin Dahn and Kara Hill) 4:42.844. । weed killer 765767 fi I Tuesday, June 12 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Wednesday, June 13 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Last day of school. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, June 6 Choose One - Chicken nuggets and roll, pizza, chicken sandwich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Thursday, June 7 Choose One - Chuck E Cheese Pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel corn, applesauce, juice, milk. Friday, June 8 Cook’s Choice. Monday, June 11 Cook’s Choice Tuesday, June 12 - 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Wednesday, June 13 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Last day of school. From previous pageKortni Matteson (Delton) 50.833; 4. Aubrey Raymond (Middleville) 51.723; 5. Sarah Cook (Maple Valley) 52.903. 800 Run: 1. Jennifer Verkerke (Middleville) 2:27.746; 2. Elise Nyland (Middleville) 2:28.057; 3. Stacy Carpenter (Lakewood) 2:36.077; 4. Natasha Tamminga (Delton) 2:40.263; 5. Melissa Hodges (Hastings) 2:49.459. 200 Dash: 1. Andrea Koch (Lakewood) 27.502; 2. Erin Dahn (Hastings) 28.662; 3. Donna Cripe (Maple Valley) 29.052; 4. Nicole Kotrba (Delton) 29.449; 5. Greta Gustafson (Middleville) 30.055. 3200 Run: 1. Melissa Quisenberry (Middleville) 11:50.31; 2. 2. Jessica Kellogg (Delton) 12:18.79; 3. Christine Dood (Middleville) 12:57.419; 4. Amber DeMaagd (Middleville) 13:31.27; 5. Lauren Cooper (Delton) 13:55.261. 1600 Meter Relay: 1. Middleville (Rachel Norton, Elise Nyland, Jessica Stortz and Jennifer Verkerke) at Maple Valley High School. If wearing spikes, please use 1/8 or shorter. Longer spikes damage the track surface and will not be allowed. If you have any questions, call Jerry Sessions after 4 p.m. at (517) 852-9826. While supply lasts JUNE Manager’s Special Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-726-1121 B Hours: Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 8 pm; Sun. 10 am - 5 pm Vermontville Bible Church plans special outdoor service The public is invited to attend the special service at Vermontville Bible Church Sunday, June 10. The featured speaker will be Ken Rudolph, advance­ ment director for the Lake Ann Baptist Camp near Traverse City. Rudolph rep­ resents the camp while speaking in local churches and youth events around the country. He will be sharing with the youth during the Sunday School Hour 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., and then preach­ ing during the morning ser­ vice at 11 a.m. Nursery is provided and age appropriate Sunday school classes are available. During the morning worship service children K-4 will be dismissed forjunior church. t Weather permitting, the service will.be held outside. Following the service every­ one is invited to stay for hot dogs on the grill provided by VBC. Vermontville Bible Church is located at 250 N. Main St. in Vermontville. For more information call (517) 726-0647. Hamilton. In SMAA play, Maple Valley has a 12-1-1 record. The Lions lost to Colon in a non-league matchup (May 30) 7-5. Top hitters for Maple Valley were Mike Hirneiss (2-for-4 with two doubles), Jacob Cole (3-for3) and Eric Goris (2-for-3). NASHVILLE- Hazel L. Grable, age 77 of Nashville, died Saturday, May 26, 2001 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. Mrs. Grable was bom on November 24, 1923 in Owosso, MI., the daughter of George and Maurine (Sawyer) Goslow. She was raised in the Owosso area and attended area schools. Hazel was married to Orrin Grable in 1955 in Battle Creek, MI. She was employed as a waitress at various area restaurants for many years. Hazel enjoyed cooking and spending time at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Russell Goslow. She is survived by husband Orrin Grable of Nashville; sons, Edward Grable of Nashville, and Kenneth Grable of Nashville; daughter Donna Jean Grable; brothers, Leonard (Betty) Goslow of Gran Blanc, ML; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren. Services were held Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at The Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Pastor Alan Metier officated. Burial was at West Haven Cemetery in Owosso, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Church of the Nazerene. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 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) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 5, 2001 - Page 12 ‘Survivors’ graduate from adult, alternative ed by Sarah Linn StaffWriter "Tomorrow is a promis­ sory note. Yesterday is a cancelled check. But today... is cash." Superintendent of Maple Valley schools Clark Volz Putnam Library summer events will start in June Many activities will be happening at Putnam Library this summer. On Saturday, June 16, the Junior Friends of the Library will have a yard sale and they are accepting donated items to sell. The sale will start at 8:30 a.m. All the money raised will go to kids' programs at the library. On June 23, not time set yet, there will be a talent show for 6- to 16-year-olds with $50 as the first prize. Kids can sign up for the show at the library. On June 30, there will be a scavenger hunt at the library for 10- to 16-yearolds Signup is required at the library. Summer programs for all ages will be July 11,18 and 25 and Aug. 1 at 10:30 a.m. Starting June 15 and lasting through Aug. 1, there will be a reading marathon, that readers must sign up for and get pledge sheets at the library to raise money for the library programs. First prize is a boom box. spoke these words of wis­ dom at the 2001 Maple Val­ ley Adult and Alternative Education graduation cere­ mony Tuesday, May 29, to the packed Kellogg school gym. The pride and excitement of parents, friends and fac­ ulty was heavy in the air this night, as Volz, keynote speaker, spoke of character and self-discipline. Kelly Weaver, former substitute teacher and alter­ native education teacher, then took the stage. "These kids are wonder­ ful. I think these kids have something that they won't get in a traditional setting; they get a little more indi­ vidual attention, and they are in a more relaxed atmo­ sphere," she said with obvi­ ous compassion. Smiling, she went on, "This is better than substitute teaching any day!" "We are not lazy, we're Make AmeriGas AmeriGas Your Propane Suppliers and Save $$$... AmeriGas America's Propane Company □ GUARANTEED PRICE FREE Installation FREE Leak Test Senior Citizen Discount Automatic Delivery Convenient Payment Options Trained Technicians 24-Hour Emergency Service Customer Referral Award l Call Now For More Details! 7220 Saddlebag Lake Road Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 •Certain restrictions apply. Limited free gallons available. 4I _QAn_Q7< A"V_'5OOO Boneless Bareman’s & Bareman’s Yogurt 10-3/4 oz. Campbell’s Hudsonville Pop Tarts 28 oz. Dei Fratelli All Var. 64 oz. AU Var. Cream Soups Seasoned V-8 Splash 1 Lb. Box mish Ice Cream Krispy Cole Slaw *c2am ■Salti'nes $409 Lb. Samantha Rice (left) and Angela Swanson (right) proudly stand with their hard-earned diplomas in hand. Chicken Breast Mushroom, Chicken, Celery I not troublemakers, and we're not bad people," said Dustin Cook, an alternative education graduate. "We went through some pretty tough times and lots of negativity before finding our way here... we are special people, we are survivors," he said. Many of the grads ex­ pressed desire to attend col­ lege to further their educa­ tional experiences. Award winners and outstanding students Angela Swanson and. Samantha Rice both said they were planning to attend community colleges. Many awards, as well as diplomas, were given, some for excellence in various subjects, such as civics and economics. Those outstand­ ing students who displayed congeniality, and those go­ ing above and beyond the call of duty, also received honors. There were hugs and some tears as a handful of the grads shared and thanked parents, teachers and others who have helped them along the way. "Without understanding and patience, our graduates would not be here," said proud Principal Terrence Mix. Shaved, Deli Ribeye Steak 1/2% i 2001 Adult Education graduate Nick Little accepts his diploma from Superintendent Clark Volz. Tomatoes 96* 12 oz. Cereals Frosted Cheerios, Special K Tropical Blend $279 24 oz. Dinty Moore Beef stew 1/2 Gallon Vermontville Grocei Phone 72S-1S7O SSS® New Spring & Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 • Prices good thru 1 Key note speaker and Maple Valley schools Superintendent Clark Volz addresses the audience and graduates Tuesday night. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-06-12.pdf 45cadbc338fbd649a4e866fd9a17520a PDF Text Text USpOsr USO Publishe d>.(3tyaphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings,'Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 24/June 12, 2001 Vermontville choosesMaple Syrup Princess by Kathie Perez Hannah Gardner was the winner of the newest com­ petition this year at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, the “Little Miss Maple Syrup Princess” pageant. There was a full house of people who come to watch the 20 little girls try for the title. The ages of the girls ranged from 6 to 9 yearsand all had to be ei­ ther enrolled or living within the Maple Valley School District. From the first rehearsal on, all of the candidates were told that they were all “winners,” but only one of them would ultimately become the new syrup “princess.” Each girl performed her own individual talent and two group dance routines with their candidates. A question and answer cate­ gory completed the judges’ difficult job of choosing Vermontville’s first Maple Syrup Princess. The finals came down to three girls: Lauren Trum­ ble, Hannah Gardner and Olivia Sprague. Hannah is 9 years old and will attend Maple­ wood Elementary in the fall. She lives in Ver­ montville with her mother and father, Janice and Steve Gardner, and a younger brother and older sister. The Maple Syrup princess says she doesn’t like being the middlechild” because “I get all of the hand-me-downs!” Hannah’s favorite sub­ ject in Mrs. Wilde’s third grade class this year at Fuller Elementary has been English. However, when not in school, she says she likes to play on her computer and go swimming. That is, if she can find the time after tending to her two dogs, Buzz and Sid, and her pet goat, Hank. She’ll be entering Hank in a 4-H show this summer. This will be the first time Hannah has ever shown a goat. When asked about all of the rehearsals in getting prepared for the pageant, Hannah replies, “Practices were a lot of fun! The (length of) time for them was just right and I even practiced at home.” She says that she would encourage other girls to register for the pageant for next year because, “It’s lots of fun! I had a good time and they probably Vermontville may have councilman train for police by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Vil­ lage Council is mulling over whether or not to send Councilman Roger Metz to a one week training ses­ sion that will allow him to police Vermontville. Metz has previous expe­ rience as a police officer. He told the council last Thursday night that he could attend a week-long refresher course this Au­ gust and become fully cer­ tified in law enforcement. He is currently the vil­ lage code enforcement of­ ficer and is able to issue citations for non-moving violations such as parking tickets. "This might be the last year I can take this train­ ing," he told council. "If you want to stay with the county that's fine... there is a lot in the ordinance I cannot enforce." Metz said there have been some recent prob­ lems such as kids going into vacant homes, fights in downtown and others. "We do have some prob­ lems here... things have been taken out of stores... it is trying to get the sher­ iffs department to respond and they do respond..." he said. Training, he said, would cost about $1,400 for the week. He thought the posi­ tion would take about 10­ 15 hours a week. "I think what we need to Troy Tillery and Andrew Belen talk to the council last Thursday about the possibility of a skate park. be thinking about is whether of not to keep it as civil ordinances or ex­ pand it... If he is an em­ ployee of the village can he not sit on council?" council person Doug Kelsey asked. "Well, we don't want to get into what we had be­ fore, we couldn't afford it," said councilman Lloyd Wolever. "Well, let's sit on it and think about it and bring it back at next meeting," said council president Sue Villianueva. In other business at last Thursday night's meeting, the council: • Heard from local kids Troy Tillery and Andrew Belen that they would like to start up a skate boarding park. Council discussed the insurance liability and it was decided that the parks and recreation committee would go look at area skate parks and investigate the possibility further. • Talked about the cen­ sus results, which said there were 789 people ac­ counted for in the village of Vermontville. Vil­ lanueva said that sounded low. • Decided to sell wood chips from the Department of Public Works for $10 a cubic yard. • Heard from Ron Felder who would like to organize another Summerfest in downtown on Aug. 12, from noon to 7 p.m. Council gave him per­ See police training, pg. 3 Hannah Gardner was crowned Little Miss Maple Syrup. Nashville cop suffers broken finger in scuffle Part-time Nashville police officer Tim Griffin has a broken finger, and the man who fought with him, fled the scene in his car and crashed into a Nashville family Saturday is behind, bars. Thomas Leinhart, 33, of Nashville is being held in the Barry County Jail on 11 charges stemming from the incident which began when Griffin stopped Leinhart's car for "suspicious driving" on Fuller Street near School Street at 4 p.m. "During the investigation, at some point, Officer Grif­ fin determined he was going to place Mr. Leinhart under arrest for drunk driving," said Officer Tim Miller. "Leinhart began resisting ar­ rest, attempted to return to his car and he and Officer Griffin began fighting with each other." After causing a break to Griffin's finger during the scuffle, Leinhart was able to return to his vehicle when he led Griffin on a chase which reached speeds of up to 85 miles per hour toward Vermontville, said Miller. Once Leinhart reached See local cop, page 2 would, too! Plus, you make new friends.” Hannah plans to return to the pageant next year to assist the Maple Syrup Queen and Alternate in the crowning of the new Princess. She says it “feels good” to be Vermontville’s first princess. Many people recognized her after the pageant had taken place on Saturday evening, and she received comments such as, “Congratulations, Princess” and “That’s the Princess!” “I am the Princess now, so next I’d like to try to be the Queen!” she says. If Hannah could give any advice to future “Little Miss Maple Syrup Princess” candidates, she says she would tell them to Always smile! The judges like to see you smile!” mission, and he said he would like to see more merchant involvement, and would like to have community-wide garage sales, and arts and craft booths on that weekend. • After hearing from concerned residents from 2nd Street, decided that payments on sidewalk im­ provements for the whole project would be interest free until Jan.l, 2002, be­ cause of late notice given to residents. • Heard from ene Fisher, who said the Lions Club would like to put some of the old equipment from Maplewood School in the Lions park. He said some of the equipment is still in good shape and use could be made of it. Council decided if the insurance company ap­ proves it, they would see no problem with that. • Learned that the vil­ lage received a check for $1,170.72 from the state for disaster relief from the heavy snowstorm this past winter. In This Issue Vermontville residents can take emergency shelter locally Work-site training benefits local seniors Local students win awards at Math Day Area athletes shine at state track finals �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 12, 2001 - Page 2 Charlotte Optirnist awards to include Maple Valley The Charlotte Optimist Club has awarded a $700 John W. Duris Memorial scholarship to Rosemary Jarrard, a senior at Maple Valley High School. Rosemary is the daughter of Eugene and Ruth Jarrard ofNashville. She will attend Lansing Community Col­ lege next year. She plans to seek a career in office man­ agement. The Duris Scholarship program began in 1984 and targets those students who plan to attend either a trade school or a junior college. This year, Maple Valley stu­ dents were included for con­ sideration. The Duris Scholarship is funded by a Wild Game Dinner held each December in Charlotte. All of the money collected for the din­ ner, along with interest from a special bank account, are used to pay for the scholar­ ships. The amount and number of scholarships vary each year. This year three $700 scholarships were awarded. The Charlotte Optimist Club is attempting to expand its area of coverage to include more activities in­ volving the youth at Maple Valley. All of the fourth grade students will receive a copy ofTracks Magazine for the first time in the school school year. The club also hopes to provide backpacks and school supplies to stu­ dents identified by school personnel. The Charlotte Optimist Club has a current member­ ship of 51 men and women. Some of the activities it funds include Tri-Star Basketball and soccer. These programs are open to all boys and girls ages 8 through 13. Trophies are given out for first through third places in each age Subscribe to the ... Hastings Banner andget all the County Barry 4 today. group for both sexes. The actual events are held in Charlotte, but will be open to Maple Valley students next year. The club also sponsors a student of the month at the Charlotte Junior High School, a “Just Say No!” anti-drug program for all Charlotte fourth grade stu­ dents, the Tracks Magazine and other projects. The group’s fund-raising 7 p.m. September through activities include the wild May. After dinner, it usually game dinner, green address has a guest speaker or use signs, nut sales, and direct the occasion to honor some of the youth of the commu­ donation’s. “As our membership base nity. Anyone who would like and funds increase, we are looking to include Maple more information about Valley Schools in even more joining the organization and of our activities,” said help it expand to include more activities in Maple President John t. Boggs. The club meets on the sec­ Valley, give Boggs a call at ond and fourth Thursdays at 852-0480. Vermontville residents can take emergency shelter locally by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Those in Vermontville without basements now will have a place to take shelter, as decided at last week's council meeting. Council members ap­ proved the use of the vil­ lage office basement for people to come take shel­ ter in the case of a tornado warning in the village and surrounding area. The council agreed to the idea after Assistant Fire Chief Monte O'Dell told them it had been dis­ cussed at the last fire Local cop, from front page Vermontville, he allegedly ran a stop sign at the inter­ section of Spring and Main streets, where his vehicle struck a car occupied by a Nashville couple and their children, causing minor in­ juries. "Both cars were totaled, said Miller. Leinhart then fled the scene on foot but was cap­ tured a short time later by troopers from the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. "There were several neighbors who were happy to point him out to the offi­ cers," said Miller. Leinhart's blood alcohol level was allegedly one and one half times the legal limit of .10 percent, said Miller. Aside from the six alleged traffic violations, Leinhart also is charged with three felonies and two misde- meanors stemming from the incident. He was lodged in the Barry County Jail on $6,000 cash or surety bond and is scheduled for a pre­ liminary examination June 13. board meeting. O'Dell said after the meeting, "A couple of people have stopped at the office and said they have no where to go so we thought this would be a good solution." Many people, he said, have family or neighbors that will take them in the case of emergency weather conditions, he said, but some people do not." Vermontville has a siren alert, O'Dell said, and when that sounds, people can come to the fire de­ partment, and we will es­ cort them over and stay with them," he said. 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 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 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 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 HAZARENE 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 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 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) Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Senrice............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship ........................... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W..orship 0 a.m. 1 a m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School ................. 10 am. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Rev Deacon Oavid S Mohrhardt 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book ol Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashvffle, Tuesday. June 12,2001 — Page 3 Fuller kids’ birds grace local Hastings City Bank branch Lions' varsity baseball squad falls in regional to Ithaca A championship and record-setting season came to a close for Maple Valley High School’s varsity baseball team Saturday at the Division 3 regional tournament held in Lake Fenton. The Lions (18-8) lost its regional contest at Lake Fenton to Ithaca 7-1. Maple Valley, after playing near flawless ball in the district tournament against Olivet and Bellevue, had "a little bit of a tough time" against Ithaca, committing four errors and being held to just two hits. Ryan Goris and Travis Kersjes had the lone Maple Valley base raps, while Eric Goris had a sacrifice RBI. The winning pitcher. Bob Ebright. not only struck out 8 Lions' hitters, but went 4for-4 at the plate with a homerun and three RBI. Darin Thrun (8-2) suffered the mound loss. Michael Hamilton relieved Thrun in the sixth inning. Maple Valley this season won its first SMAA title since 1991 and its first district title since 1995. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's 2001 squad Police training, from front page Mary Jo Fralik’s class made books and stained glass plates to display at the bank. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Fuller Elementary teacher Mary Jo Fralik’s class has been displaying a project at Hastings City Bank in Nashville. The display, which took students weeks to make, includes hard covered books containing stories and stained glass plates with birds. Birds have been the school-wide theme at Fuller all this year. Fralick had the students write a story around the bird theme, they then edited the story and put the com­ pleted draft in a hard cover book with illustrations. They also spent a lot of time, Fralik said, making the stained glass plates. Staff at the bank said they were very impressed with the display. "It combines the whole year’s lessons in reading and writing and also it creates something for the kids to take home and re­ member the lessons," said Fralik. mission, and he said he would like to see more merchant involvement, and would like to have community-wide garage sales, and arts and craft booths on that weekend. • After hearing from concerned residents from 2nd Street, decided that payments on sidewalk im­ provements for the whole project would be interest free until Jan.l, 2002, be­ cause of late notice given to residents. • Heard from Gene Fisher, who said the Lions Club would like to put some of the old equipment from Maplewood School in the Lions park. He said some of the equipment is still in good shape and use could be made of it. Council decided if the insurance company ap­ proves it, they would see no problem with that. • Learned that the vil­ lage received a check for $1,170.72 from the state for disaster relief from the heavy snowstorm this past winter. MAPLE VALLEY O Real Estate was the first to win IS games at Maple Valley since 1985. "It was a great season: a very good year, Mittelstaedt said. The Lions averaged 9.1 runs, second in school history to the 1972 team that averaged 9.5. Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and keep informed on local & area news. Call us at 945-9554. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE HASTINGS 4 hone (517) 852-1915 Fax: Downtown Hastings on State St. i.«oo-Ba».rao3_____aas-aae 34,1g Family Twlllle 4-e pm Baity B4,aa Klda • aanloft all show* 54.SO DAILY Matlnaaa HI 4pm HMS oiaitAi iiinio Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View Wf EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI........................................................................ Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker). 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) 852-5066 ti.10 Ewnlngo Mon * Thurt raiM-W MLS 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI $51,000111 NASHVILLE STARTER HOME! LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES SHREK (PG) OTOITAUSTAOIUM MAT1M 1:00, 3:10, 5:10. 7:00, 9:00 The display made by the Fuller students is at the Hastings City Bank in Nashville, and features books and stained glass plates. 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large bam plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles of! M-66. (CH-126) VERMONTVILLE 3 UNIT! TWo bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (H-128) 3 unit apartment house on corner lot in Vermontville, some recent improvements. Great investment opportuni­ ty. Call Hyle today for a pri­ vate showing. (V-132) VACANT LAND Bag of Buttery Popcor B j WWW.OQTI.COM i i Si Bayne Road Call for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads 94S-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 hours' a day, 7 days a week 1 JUST LISTED! HASTINGS. § CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3 .3 acres to 75 acres; all are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) $269,900! WEST OF HASTINGS!! Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring & cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "Info". Hew Hastings on 1.45 acre lot (H -123) VIRTUAL TOUR" www. rea I tor.com 40 ACRES! 110 ACRES Mice comer location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Hashville. Call Hyle for ^all the details. (VL-130) Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Hyle for more details. (VL-131) 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) G NICE “COUNTRY HOME" ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call Hyle. (CH-129) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 12, 2001 - Page 4 Worksite training benefits local seniors It’s that time of year... graduation, open houses and celebrations to congratulate seniors on reaching an important milestone in their lives. It’s also a time of transi­ tion from years of public school into a less familiar world of adults. As seniors, Maple Valley High School students have a chance to ease into adult roles by tak­ ing part in work-site train­ ing. Work-site training (includ­ ing co-op ifthe job is related to a vocational class) is growing in popularity, both to ease the transition that occurs as one moves from school to work and to help students see greater rele­ vance in the subjects they study at school. Several stu­ dents who participated in work-site training this year at Maple Valley commented on their experiences. Tim Rumsey, employed by Curtis Enterprises in Nashville, has worked as a machinist on a variety of metal forming equipment lathes, mills, bandsaw, and drill press. He “loves his job,” especially how it changes every day and how Pizzerio, Walmart and Vermontville Express. • Natural Resources and Agriscience - Butler Farms, Citizens Elevator, Hawks View Farms, MEH Logging, Michigan Water Environ­ ment Association. “No matter what the job, important learning occurs from the experience of working under supervision, handling interactions with customers and fellow work­ ers, and keeping up with a busy school and work sched­ ule,” Weirich said. Rosemary Jarrard, who originally hoped for an office job, worked instead at McDonald’s in Charlotte. At the end of the year, she summed up her experience he has to know what to do because the boss isn’t there all the time giving direc­ tions. Rumsey found that his math skills, like converting fractions and decimals, were invaluable on this job. He expects the experience to be helpful in his schooling at University of Northwest Ohio, where he will study to be a high performance motor sports technician. In a completely different experience, Amber Caudill trained and passed the State ofMichigan test to become a nursing assistant at Thorn­ apple Manor. She especially enjoys working with older people, getting to know what their lives were like and helping them out. She found that learning about human development in school pre­ pared her for this position. Caudill said she felt that working all day and learning to meet the attendance requirements of employment were big difference between school and work. Like these two situations, work-site training can occur at different types of loca­ tions. Students are expected to find their own jobs, ^Sidewalk when she said, “This year I learned more than I realized I would - how to deal with a wide variety of people and situations, including cus­ tomers, employees and supervisors.” A thank you to all partici­ pating businesses is given at the end-of-the-year employ­ er breakfast, which occurred April 27. With their support, students gain a new aware­ ness ofthe world ofwork. Businesses interested in working with Maple Valley students on work-site train­ ing can contact Jean Weirich through the Charlotte Michigan Works/Eaton ISD office at* 517-543-5500, extension 2613. L For delicious... • Calzones • Shrimp • Fish & Chicken Baskets Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or tofc ofparking in back - Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-9320 Rosemary Jarrard at McDonalds. though the placement coor­ dinator, Jean Weirich, may have job leads to offer. This year students worked at these locations, which are grouped by Michigan’s six career pathways: There’s never been a better Time airconditioner. FROST HEATING & COOLING Nashville (517) 852-9565 Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Armstrong • Arts and Communication - Olivet Pennington. • Business Management, Marketing and Technology 4-M express, Autozone, Discount Tire, Maple Valley Schools, Mike’s Automotive, Serve U Success and D.E. Wertz. • Engineering, Manufact­ uring & Industrial Techno­ logy - Curtis Enterprises & TPO, Charlotte Cabinets, Henry Remodel, Johnson’s Workbench, Steve Joppie Builders, Kildea Kar Kare, E.T. MacKenzie, Michigan Pallet, Pairett, Inc., Spartan Motors, StarGas Propane, Musser’s Service, Sundance Chevrolet, Wells Body Shop and Wblohan Lumber. • Health Sciences — Eaton Community Hospice, Eye Care Associates and Thorn­ apple Manor. • Human Service - Carl’s Supermarket, Clay’s Dinner Bell, Country Mill, Discount Pet Center, Eastside Party Store, Law Office of Victoria Easterday, Eaton Intermediate School Dis­ trict, Felpausch, Good Time Pizza, Hungry Howie’s, Mancino’s, McDonalds, Meijer, Olde Towne Tavern, Pet World, Pizza Hut, Shir­ ley’s Chuckwagon, Taco Bell, Vintonio Brothers & Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ■ Now Offering Pickup and Pelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 12, 2001 — Page 5 Linda S. Lovejoy GRAND LEDGE — Linda S. Lovejoy, age 50, ofGrand Ledge, died June 6, 2001. Ms. Lovejoy was born Nov. 29, 1950 in Ft. Worth, Texas, the daughter of Luther and Winnie (Bottoms) Hill. She is survived by sons, Mickel Carmoney, Brian Carmoney-Shive, daughter Pam Carmoney, four grand­ children, brothers James Hill and Donald Hill of Texas, Wendell Hill of Lansing and sister, Billie Hughes ofTexas. Two sons, Robert and Tommy preceded her in death. Graveside services were Monday, June 11, 2001 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. R. Raymond Rossell officiated. Further information is available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Bonnie Mae (King) Ohm NASHVILLE- Bonnie Mae (King) Ohm, age 59, of Nashville, Michigan died June 7, 2001 at Kalamazoo. She was bom in Charlotte, April 22, 1942 the daughter ofWard Beecher and Gladys Irene (Disbrow) King. She was an Underwriter for Century Mutual Insur­ ance and an Underwriter Trainer for Auto Owners Insurance Co. Bonnie was a graduate of Vermontville High School class of 1960 and served as class secretary, and active alumnus. She is survived by her husband Richard, two sons, Kevin Ohm of Kalamazoo, Aaron Ohm of Nashville; sister, Diane (Bob) Stod­ dard, of Kalamazoo. Funeral services were held Monday, June 11, 2001 at First Baptist Church in Charlotte. Rev. Lester De­ Groot officiated. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery. Further information is available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Eaton County remains with 15 commissioners The Eaton County Apportionment Commission has ratified a plan for appor­ tionment of county commis­ sion districts staying with 15 for the next decade. The plan ratified May 29, will be forwarded to the Secretary of state for filing, and will become the official plan for Eaton County if no appeal is taken within 30 days. By Michigan statute, the apportionment of commis­ sioner districts must be done within 60 days of the publi­ cation of the 2000 decennial census figures, by a fivemember commission. The official 2000 census figures were received by the Eaton County Clerk on April 11. Michigan law provides that the Apportionment Commission shall consist of the county clerk, the county treasurer, the prosecuting • attorney and the county chairpersons of each of the two political parties receiv­ ing the greatest number of votes cast for the office of Engagements Sealy-Roush Bible College. They will be exchanging vows on June 23, 2001 at Pleasant View Church in Dowling. Three arrested in suspected arson Three people were ar- a dwelling and is being rested and arraigned held in the Barry County Wednesday charges they Jail on $15,000, 10-percent bond. conspired to set a fire Oct. 9 that destroyed a $44,000 Hilgeman is charged house at 211 Queen St. in with one count of arson of Nashville to collect an in­ a dwelling and conspiracy surance claim, said Officer to commit insurance fraud, Jeff Miller. and is being held in the Arrested were the Barry County Jail on home's residents, Edna $15,000, 10-percent bond. McKinney is being held Jane Butcher, 57, and her daughter, Rose Marie on $1,500 bond, charged Butcher, 20, along with with one count of conspir­ Mike and Lois Sealy are Edna's son, John McKin­ acy to commit arson and pleased to announce the en­ ney, 33, who did not live one count of insurance gagement of their daughter, fraud. at the home. Kristina Elaine Sealy, to An­ Edna Butcher, however, drew David Roush, son of A charge has also been authorized against the has not been apprehended David and Bonnie Roush. home's owner, Jerry Ann by police, said Miller, who Kristina is a graduate of Hilgeman, 62, who also declined to reveal how po­ Maple Valley High School lived in the house that was lice believe the fire was and currently attends Lans­ gutted by the 9 a.m. fire. ignited. She is also wanted ing Community College, Rose Butcher is charged on conspiracy charges. while working as an assis­ with one count of arson of tant for Whites Photography. Andrew is a graduate of Barry County Christian School and currently attends Davenport University, while working as Assistant Direc­ tor of Enrollment for Grace Annual Nashville Village-Wide Garage Sales Saturday, June 16 Large number of families participating. Adpaidfor by... Nashville Chamber of Commerce the Secretary of State in the last preceding general elec­ tion. The persons serving on the Eaton County Appor­ tionment Commission were Jeffrey L. Sauter, chairper­ son, Eaton County Prosec­ uting Attorney; Fran Fuller, Eaton County Clerk/Register of Deeds; Bill Conarton Jr., Eaton County Treasurer; Richard Olivarez, chairper­ son, Eaton County Repub­ lican Party; and Rosemary DiPonia, chairperson, Eaton County Democratic Party. According to Sauter, the plan leaves the present size of the Board of Commis­ sioners unchanged at 15 member districts. The plan includes a map of the county showing dis­ trict lines, a written descrip­ tion of each district, a list of showing the population of the district and the resolu­ tion adopting the plan. The plan was adopted by a vote of 4-1. Rosemary DiPonio cast the dissenting vote. Business Services BULLDOZING: 2909. (616)948- ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: LICENSED & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Locus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish & Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia, (616)698­ 1030. Open M-F 9:00am5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. Fuller students collect cans to save rain forest Fuller Elementary students have collected money and pop cans and have managed to save two acres of rain forest in South America because of their efforts. The drive went on during the months of April and May. Josh Hall and Jordan Beachnau stand by poster which kept track of the money collected. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday, June 12, 2001 - Page 6 Local students win awards at Math Day Andrew Gaber (from left), Chase Walden, Tara Gordenski, and Erin Hummel took first place as a team at the math competition. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley students took home numerous high/high school teacher Sandy Briggs. "The kids had a really good day, and did very well," said Briggs. "They took home numerous team awards and individual awards, and they took home trophies." Students compete in var­ ious events such as Dual Digs, Quick Calcs, and Jeopardy. The competition features kids from sixth through ninth grades and students work in teams, and com­ pete individually. Participating students included Lucas Knox, Creedence Hoffman, Mary Jewell, Alisha Femlee, Christy Dietrick, John Specht, Kyle Pash, Stephanie Rugg, Amy Joostberns, Brandi Walken, Rebekah Welch, Garret VanEngen, Aaron Myers, Zeke Wieland, Salena Woodman, Andrea Jarvie, Dhanielle Tobias, Sarah Trumble, Chayla Robles, Amber Terberg, Stephanie Joostberns, El­ isha Gibson, Erin Hummel, awards at the Eaton Area 22nd annual Math Day, held at Olivet College May 21, said junior Laura Trumble (back row, left), Dustin Jones, Amanda Ketchum (front row, left) and Kelsey Elliston took second place. Dhanielle Tobias, (back row, from left), Sarah Trumble, Andrea Jarvie, Salena Woodman, Joel Drallette (front row, from left), Kyle Musser, and Matt Dunham competed in the math competition, and several students took home awards. Stefanie Joostberns, (from left), Elisha Gibson, Amanda Terberg, and Chayla Robles took first place in the competition. Tara Gordenski, Chase Walden, Andrew Gaber, Lisa Hamilton, Dustin Jones, Kelsey Elliston, Amanda Ketchum, Laura Trumble, Joe Drallette, Matt Dunham, Scott Setchfield, Kyle Musser and Jamie Hayes. ZWWWWJWWWAWWWAMAflA ? SIZZLING BUYS ( ----. v. ^rd ^*rd Ba*'*’ Swiss Steak From Round Beef Ranch Steak Baby Back Ribs Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast Pork Sizzlers 'A r Bareman’s Bareman’s 20 lbs. Parad~e All Var. Parade VUaInIIInCeUd ,elM No Boke C Microwave Cheesecake, IW Milk CreamCharcoal reamCh Strawberry & Cherry Fruits Popcorn mogenized Sour ( J $939 $igO9 $E99 Bareman’si Troyer Chip Macaroni Dip Salad Cinnamon Toast Crunch 14 oz. Maxwell House Golden Graham 13 oz. All Var. except Decaf. Apple Cinnamon Cheerios IS oz. Cereals each Gr^ r Coffee $E«9 8J‘ 2/s50iS°I Asst. Var. Lipton Country Maid Noodles & Sauce Rice & Sauce l tee CreanC 34.5-39 oz. can (V rmontville Crocery Phone 726-1570 EWBeT NBorwid Agec cCeaprtd Spring & Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 • Prices good thru Saturday^ 4 ISI Garret VanEngen (back row, left) Aaron Myers, Bekah Welch (front row, left) arid Brandi Walden took second place at the math competition. . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 12, 2001 - Page 7 GFWC Vermontville wins community achievement awards General Federation Wo­ men’s Club Vermontville has been awarded the 2001 Michigan Week Community Achievement Award for out­ standing programs that enhance the lives ofcommu­ nity residents. The Michigan Economic Development Department created this award to credit outstanding citizens of Michigan for their continued efforts in making Michigan a pleasant and progressive state in which to live and work. The Community Achievement award and Volunteer Leadership award are the most prestigious pre­ sented annually during Michigan Week. Accepting the award for the local club was Second Vice President Sandy Haas and club member Sylvia Williams. GFWC Vermontville is made up of women in the Vermontville and surround­ ing area. They follow the guidelines set up by the fed­ eration, support their cause and do community service in the local area. The clubs hosts the Maple Syrup Festival craft show, sponsors a salad bingo, the summer reading program, sells popcorn at the Revue (local theater group), food baskets for needy at Christmas, donates money to the Maple Valley Scholar­ ship Fund, HOBY Scholar­ ship, Hospice, Eaton County Siren (for abused women and children), purchases the flowers and charms for the Syrup Festival Queen and The Big One is Coming! donates toward her scholar­ ship. This year the club honored the Main Street Merchants with an evening of dinner and entertainment, purchased ten new trees that were planted on Main Street in the business area, as well as a spruce tree at the muse­ um, purchased children’s furniture and a laminating machine and supplies for the Vermontville library. This is the 61 st year ofthe club. New members are always welcome. The next general meeting will be in September. Call club President Mary Fisher at 726-0670 for information. Quantrells to mark 25th wedding anniversary June 16 FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! Vie want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing nehourservice Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... panoramic APS Processing 4x6 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: INCLUDES INDEX PRINT V ^B *- Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives Five times the Circus! COME EARLY •BETWEEN BS ee 8-10 A.M. See over 100 animals up close FREE 5x8 - $2.50 8x10 as low as E TC • Watch the elephants raise the big top • Experience the circus coming alive Big City Show at Small Town Prices RETURN FOR 4:30 & 7:30 PM SHOW AND ENJOY... Our grand spectacular parade • Acrobats and trapeze artists Clowns and almost human gorillas Lots of performing elephants, tigers, camels, dogs and horses ‘Jennie’ our star baby elephant and much, much more! SPONSORED BY: J-Ad Graphics, Felpausch Food Center, MainStreet Savings Bank, Michael Kenney Plumbing, Waste Management, WBCH HOSTED BY: Historic Charlton Park Wednesday, June 27, 2001 4:30 & 7:30 Historic Charlton Park (Advance tickets available at Hastings Felpausch, Mainstreet Bank, J-Ad Graphics and Charlton Park) Prices Before Circus Day: Adults $10.00 • Kids (2-11) $5.00 At the Box Office or Phone (580) 326-2233 Adults S 12.00 - Kids (2-11) $6.00 UNDER THE BIGGEST BIG TOP ON EARTH s$J95 Business Cards Jack and Judith Quantrell of Charlotte will celebrate their 25th wed­ ding anniversary at a fam­ ily dinner Saturday, June 16, in Eaton Rapids. The couple was married on June 12, 1976, at the Miller Road Bible Church in Lansing. Jack retired in 1990 as a millwright for General Mo­ tors after 35 years and Ju­ dith retired in 1991 as owner of Country Kettle­ Rest in Nashville. The Quantrells have nine children, Debra, James, Jack, Kay, John Connie, Jeff, Brent and Todd, 23 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. II Corrections: The names of two mem­ bers of the Vermontville VFW who took part in the tree planting ceremony were misspelled in last week's edition of the Maple Valley News, be­ cause of errors in copy submitted to the newspa­ per. The names were Mike Hauss and Melvin Hulsebos. Nashville Police Officer Dori Munster would like to correct a previous article in the Maple Valley News, which stated props were used in her T.E.A.M. workshops in Fuller schools. She said no props were used. Stamps CUStom ^.o order ogw 1I Same Day or Next Day Service color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color as low as $1IQv5 0 250 v 1-color DOUBLE PRINTS COUPON I Second Set of Prints II Looking for —35mm or APS i ^fb^BtB ^fBt V a «I Specialty Papers? ; We have a huge selection ■u of quality papers in various colors & textures with original processing ■ Offer good thru July 1,2001 । NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • • • • • Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 jfl G^Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Walter ’»ew* HashvibeTuesday, June 12,2001 - Page 8 Farm AG. LIME; delivered in spread D. Hamilton, 517)852^9691 HORSE SHOEING A TRIMMING: Richard Law*, (616/948-8388 For Rent NASHVILLE. VERY NICE 1 bedroom hou*e, attached ga­ rage, (517)852-9386 AIRPORT EXPRESS DEUVERY* To S500/wk- No CDL needed Full paid train­ ing! Local route' (616)949­ 2424 Jabline. CLASSROOM AIDS/ TEACHERS- Salary * bene­ fit*" Need daMroom activity help! Start now! (616)949­ 2424 Jobline. DRIVER- additional CDL 8 driver* needed Looking for d<-pendable customer service oriented person with chauffeur*, CDL-B, or CDL-A license. Full-time, part-time, benefit* (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekend*. 248-7729 i MM [PW J/J WTO 7W HANDLERS- lit Memoriam For Sale 4 FAMILY GARAGE *ak few antiq antique*, tool*, light weight 5th wheel camper, rod iron bird cage, Avon, wooden craft art cut out* • furnished, much more June 14th, 15th, 16th, 9 00am500pm, Sunfield area, near M-50 and Ionia Rd. 10266 W. St Joseph Hwy., near Saubee Lake. MATERIAL TO $12.35/hr+ benefits! Full-time, permanent! Need many. (616)949-2424 Jobline. Help Wanted NASHVILLE: VERY NICE 1 bedroan house, attached ga­ rage, 2 bedrorrm appartmerit, (517)852-9386. Garage Sale MATERIAL HANDLERSTO $1235/hr+ benefits! Full-time, permanent ! Need many. (616)949-2424 Joblme. SfttVWDM. 9AM-5PM 250 N. Ionia, Vermontville Near M-79 Carpet cleaner, furniture, computer desk, sewing machine, baby item*, freezer container*. ADMISSIONS CLERK- TO $15/hr* full benefit*” Good people skill*' Full benefit*1 Training now' (61 6)949-2424 Joblme MONTGOMERY WARDS electric *elf cleaning range, almond color with black front, in good condition, about 6 year* old. Call eve­ ning*, (517/852-3955 CABLE INSTALLER/ HELPERS- To SlJJOO/wk* on job training. Work own hours. (616)949-2424 Jobline. GARAGE SALE: JUNE 15th it 16th, 9am-5pm, 9565 Brumm Road hville All type* of clothing, furniture, kit* of toys, and mi *cel la ne- IN LOVING MEMORY OF ART ROCKFORD who left us a year ago the 15th of June. To my grandpa: LOST FOREVER I no longer fear getting up, knowing you'll be there. I no longer have to cry,, because 1 know you care. Every day, when it seems like "it can't be done" your always there. So you can be the one. Many worries you have but you only worry a few when J am there. With a heart so true when your down and feeling blue. You don't tell me any­ thing , why your sad 1 don't have a clue. But now you're gone and we are far apart. You took something very dear, it was my heart. All, I wonder is why, why did you go? While I lie here think and cry, I wonder "Will 1 ever Know?" Written by: Amanda K Ketchum. Forever in all our hearts. Love, you wife, kids, grand­ kids & friends. Mobile Homes Next session of compiling the master plan for Vermontville Township will be June 18, 2001 at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville Opera House. Topic being discussed in the future Land Use Map...in other words - how to use the land - Residential vs Mobil, Industrial vs Agricultural and Resource Conservation to name a few. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1 -800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 Commission on Aging menu, schedule of events Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, June 13 Chicken and dumplings, asparagus, carrots, cake. Thursday, June 14 Cheese omelet, country potatoes, English muffin, spiced peaches, apple juice. Friday, June 15 Sloppy Joe, bakery bun, German potato salad, winter blend, sweet treat. Monday, June 18 Meat loaf, ww bread, beet salad, cole slaw, fruit jello. Tuesday, June 19 BBQ chicken, pork and beans, spinach, combread, pears. Events Wednesday, June 13 Hastings, crafVnail day; Nashville, Power of Attor­ ney; Woodland, blood pres- • John Deere 720MOCO • 9’ 9” Cutting Width • Urethane Conditioner Rolls Ready to Mow Now! *11,400 444P...0% for 36 Months! Offer ends June 30, 2001. Subject to approved credit John Deere Credit Financing fflpaMk E■"? IeIlIl |BH W* wuWM ■ Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Workforce Is Investing In America's Job Bank (NAPS)—Now there’s an Internetjob bank that is free and lists job openings and offers resumes that are searchable online. This new online resource is called America’s Job Bank. It’s a public/private partnership effort led by the U.S. Depart­ ment ofLabor (wuw.ajb.org I where employers looking for Bouwens-Kammer Stephen and Barbara Bouwens are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Renee Bouwens, to Adam Matthew Kammer, son of Tim and Leslie Kammer. Stephanie is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and Central Michigan Uni­ versity. She is currently working for Department of ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Real Estate ANTRIM COUNTY: 6.67 beautiful acres only 15 miles west of Gaylord. Ideal homesite or recreational spot. Short drive to state land. Includes driveway and cleared sit. $24,900, $500 down, $310/month, 11% land contract. Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118 or www.northemlandco.com for photos and sur­ vey. Recreation 1988 17' TRACKER Bass boat, 45hp Mercury trolling motor, fish finder, trailer. Nice boat, must sell, $3,900 OBO. (616)374-0086 Environmental Quality at Livonia, Ml. Adam is a graduate of Farmington Hills High School and Central Michigan University. He is cur­ rently working in law en­ forcement for Oakland County, MI. They will exchange vows in June 2001 in Lansing, MI. Local man graduates from Albion College James R. Mitchell gradu­ ated from Albion College May 12, receiving a bache­ lor’s degree in economics and management. Mitchell is the son of Marvin Mitchell and Susan Mitchell of Nashville and a graduate of Maple Valley High School. Join an outstanding team! Applications are now being accepted for part-time Dietary ReliefAssociate position. Must be available to work various shifts between the hours of 5:30 am & 8:30 pm and scheduled weekends. Food service experi­ ence desired. Cooking skills a plus. Further onsite train­ ing provided. Part-time hours to begin with future opportunities. Rates from $8.46 per hour and based on experience. If quality service is your desire, apply in person at Thomapple Manor. JOI IN DEERE www.deere.com Wed. & Frl. 7to5; 710*st ?*>»_______ 945-9526 America’s Job Bank ben­ efits employers and job seekers. new people post theirjob open­ ings and people looking for new jobs list their resumes. Job Openings listed come from every state and span the entire economy with list­ ings from major corporations as well as small businesses. America’s Job Bank is one offour online workforce tools in a family ofWeb sites called America’s Career Kit. The other tools are America’s Career InfoNet (www.aci.net. org), which provides valuable information on employment trends, wages and career options; America's Learning eXchange (www.alx.org), which connects employers and job seekers to information on training and education re­ sources; and America’s Service Locator (www.Beruicelocator. org), which helps workers and employers find the career and workforce services they need. Each month, America’s Career Kit hosts seven mil­ lion user sessions byjob seek­ ers and employers. It’s con­ sidered the nation’s most powerful online career devel­ opment resource. To learn more, visit AJB at (www.ajb.org) or call 1877-US-2JOBS. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew 0. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available cQibrnapple & e^qiui*£ipmenAt, inc ___Mon.,Tues., E nwr* Hours: Monday, June 18 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, Nashville 5. Tuesday, June 19 Hastings, Puzzle Day, Alz. meeting 1 p.m., board meet­ ing 2 p.m., foot care 9-12; Nashville, puzzle day. OF JOBS Engagements NationalAds Make Hay While the Sun Shines! sure day; Delton, Thorn­ apple Valley Community Credit Union. Thursday. June 14 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, gone swimming. Friday, June 15 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. (517) 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 12, 2001 - Page 9 Maple Valley National Honor Society Tutoring Program receives $2,000 Maple Valley High School’s National Honor Society Tutoring program, headed by chairperson Jessica Ripley and Barry County Sheriff Department liaison Dar Leaf, recently applied for a grant from Barry Community Found- ation and the Youth Advisory Council. This particular grant will award $2,000 toward the newly developed program. The first 10 members of the National Honor Society who participate.in the major­ ity ofthe tutoring sessions of next year will receive money toward furthering their edu­ cation after high school. The money will be kept in a spe­ cial account until the student tutor graduates, and then a check will be issued to the college of their choice to help defray expenses. WATER QUALITY REPORT for the VILLAGE of VERMONTVILLE June 2001 Pictured are (left to right) Sheriff’s Deputy Dar Leaf, YAC members Laura Beadslee, Jerrica Ashcraft, Cathryn Carney, presenting check to tutor Lizzie Sundrla, Chairperson Jessica Ripley, NHS President Jason Graham, and NHS Advisor Gail Johnson. Community Concerns Creating Neighborly Communities ,n®SlSiBE ■BBHkjtli Mafenitiii wtcratfe ®tw. ja.'.9K.®£ ini^sait ME E EK W NUffl r (NAPS)—A growing num­ ber ofhomeowners and the associations that manage their communities, condo­ miniums and co-ops have realized that there are ben­ efits ofworking together to make sure there’s no place like home. For example, one group helps homeowners and their associations cooperate and build better neighborhoods by giving neighborly advice on a number oftopics—ranging from how to live well in an association managed com­ munity to the best ways to find a good contractor. Since 1973, the group— called the Community Asso­ ciations Institute (CAI)—has served as the largest support network and voice for com- munity associations in the country. Experts say membership in the organization can give homeowners and community association members peaceof-mind in a number ofways: • Resources. CATs ever growing collection ofover 100 association-related publica­ tions, guides and literature can help community mem­ bers stay on top ofthe latest trends, regulations and infor­ mation affecting community management. • Expert Advice. Com­ munity association members and homeowners can benefit from the association’s quali­ fied and knowledgeable advice on reserve funding and invest­ ments, drafting association rules, community association insurance, risk management, SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS contract negotiations and more. • Credentialing Pro­ gram. CAI provides educa­ tion and training and cre­ dentials for professional managers ofcommunity asso­ ciations and a means by which associations canjudge the skill base ofpotential managers. • Networking. As a mul­ tidisciplinary alliance work­ ing with many different audi­ ences, CAI can offer members a variety of networking oppor­ tunities. CAI’s members range from cooperative and homeowner association board members to private home­ owners and public officials. Other members include com­ munity managers, lawyers, accountants, insurance and other professional service providers. • Membership Benefits. Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL Community Associations Institute helps homeowner associations and residents create great neighborhoods. 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. 0** CAI members receive a free subscription to the associa­ tion’s magazine—Common Ground—as well as mem­ bership in local chapters. In addition, members receive free access to CATs e-newslet­ ter, specialized discounts on the organization’s print pub­ lications and information on conferences. For more information visit www.caionline.org, or call (703) 548-8600. 00 ' vaivoiine OH Special >0 •V VAlvolinE’. Reg. $1.59 quart With purchase of any Oil Filter Up to 5 Quarts Mfootf Shavings One Bale • 3 to 9 Bales 10 or More Bales P3SO Reed Street Auto value The Parts You Want • The Value You Expect 1008 Reed Street - Nashville, Michigan Auto Value PARTS STORES • 517“852“9500 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village of Vermontville, Michigan, for the cal­ endar year 2000. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water that we provided to you in 2000. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it com­ pares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. Your water comes from 3 groundwater wells located at 159 Third St. The wells are in an aquifer about 180 feet deep in gravel pack. The Village of Vermontville has a State approved Wellhead Pro­ tection Program (WHP). The company of Fleis and VandenBrink did the work on the program to get iit approved with the State. We have a citizen advisory panel composed of citizens, Council Members, Township, and County Officials. • Contaminants and their presence in water: Drinking Water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791), • Vulnerability of sub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general populations. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, peo­ ple with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems disorders, some elderly, and infants can be par­ ticularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of in­ fection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drink­ ing Water Hotline (800-426-4791). • Sources of Drinking Water: The Sources of drinking water (both tap and bottled water) in­ clude rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally oc­ curring mineral. In some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. • Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treat­ ment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture and residential uses. • Radioactive contaminants, which are naturally occurring. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that provide the same protection for public health. Water Quality Data The table below lists all the drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 2000 cal­ endar year. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 - December 31,2000. The State allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary sig­ nificantly from year to year. All of the data is representative of the water quality, but some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used below: • Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLGs): The level of a contaminant in drinking water be­ low which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. • Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drink­ ing water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. • N/A: Not applicable ND: Not detectable at testing limit ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter pCi/l: picocuries per liter (a measure of radia­ tion). • Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant that, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must follow. Contaminant MCL MCLG Arsenic 50 ppb None Barium 2 ppm 2 ppm Fluoride 4 ppm 4 ppm Unregulated Contaminant Sulfate N/A N/A Contaminant Our Water 3 ppb Sample Violation Typical Source of Date Y/N Contaminant N Aug. 2000 Erosion of natural deposits orchards, glass 0.22 ppm Aug. 2000 N Discharge of Drilling wastes & erosion of natural deposits 0.2 ppm Aug. 2000 N Erosion of natural deposits aluminum & fertilizer factories 38 ppm Aug. 2000 N Erosion of natural deposits Action level Sample Our Number of Samples Over Date Water(*) Action Level Lead 15 ppb July 2000 2 ppb 0 Copper ,1.3 ppm July 2000 0 ppm 0 (*) 90 per cent of samples at or below this level The State allows us to monitor for some contaminants less than once per year because the con­ centrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of our data, though representa­ tive, is more than one year old. Unregulated contaminant monitoring helps EPA to determine where certain contaminants occur and whether it needs to regulate those contaminants. Is our water system meeting other rules that govern our operations? The State and EPA require us to test our water on a regular basis to ensure its safety. We met all the monitoring and reporting requirements for 2000. We are committed to providing you safe, reliable, and healthy water. We are pleased to provide you with this information to keep you fully informed about your water. We will be updating this re­ port annually, and will also keep you informed of any problems that may occur throughout the year, as they may happen. For more information about your water, or the contents of this report, contact Tony Wawiernia at the Village Garage or call 726-1444. 100 �The Map'e Valley News Nashville. Tuesday June 12, 2001 - Page 10 Junior high students raise funds to fight CF Great Strides walkers. REMINDER Maple Valley Basketball Camp June 20 - 29 Wed. - Fri. & Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. -12 P.M. High School A total of $2,188.40 was raised when Maple Valley students participated in the "Great Strides — A walk for Cystic Fibrosis," on Friday, May 18. The junior high orga­ nized the walk and busi­ nesses donated a total of $390, and the rest was raised by students seeking pledges. Top student collections were made by Garret VanEngen, Selena Wood­ man, Amber Terberg, Katie Eldred and Jessica Mansfield. "It was a great success for our first annual walk," said teacher and organizer Duska Brumm. Boomer has tightest turnaround Cut the wheel on a Boomer compact tractor and BOOM... it turns on a dime, up to 50% less than other compacts. ■ With Supersteer™ enjoy greater maneuverability ■ Sensitrack™ clutch senses turns and is easy on turf ■ Innovative styling means high visibility and ease of operation ■ Comfort-Plus™ deck applies ergonomic design for greater operator comfort See Boomer now! Joey Desrochers (from left), Chad Spears, Tim Rumsey and Garret VanEngen walk the track. 24-Hour Challenge is June 16-17 Over 450 bicyclists, ages 18 to 70 and older, will ride the roads of Barry County during the 19th National 24­ Hour Challenge. The endurance ride is again headquartered at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. Bagpipers of the Kalamazoo Pipe Band will give the riders a send off at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 16. The riders travel a 125-mile Athletes honored for academics The following student­ athletes at Maple Valley High School received Southern Michigan Athletic Association (SMAA) academic all-league honors in 2001: Juniors: Rebecca Guernsey, Brandon Hopkins, Nate Jarvie, Nick Jones, Devin Phenix, Jessica Ripley, Bethany Swift, John Terberg, Darin Thrun, Camille Wieland. Seniors: Brian Burt, Michael Hamilton, Jessica Hummel, Gwen McDougal, Jeff Rhoades, Matt Thorne, Tim Wawiernia. Softball Classic is July 27-29 The 20th annual Wayland Softball Classic will be held July 27-29. booms? It Rodes. w Maple Valley . Implement, Inc tt^» 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-851-1910 mvi@mvcc.com The mens and womens double elimination tournament will have six separate divisions. The entry fee is $150 and all balls are provided. For more information, call Missy at (616) 792­ 0003 or e-mail questions to sbal lclassic@yahoo.com. loop through Barry County. The second loop is the six mile loop, beginning and ending at Thornapple Kellogg High School, which the riders travel until the 8 a.m. finish Sunday. On Friday night, June 15, Thornapple Kellogg High School's Sports Boosters Club will hold a spaghetti dinner from 5:30-9 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. The dinner is open to the public and is an opportunity for the community to meet the participants. The cost is $6 at the door and all proceeds go to the TKHS Sports Boosters Club. Tips for keeping skin healthy (NAPS)—Following a few tips may help protect your skin during the warmer months. According to B.F. Ascher & Company, Inc., makers of Pretty Feet & Hands Rough Skin Remover and Pretty Feet & Hands Ultra Moistur­ izing Creme, using an exfoliant along with a good mois­ turizer can restore smooth skin on feet, hands, elbows and knees. To keep skin healthy this summer: • Wear cotton gloves when gardening or working in the yard to reduce friction. • Use sunscreen and cover your head when outdoors. • Keep hydrated with plen­ ty ofwater. • To help circulation, remove your shoes a couple of times a day. Raise your feet, rotate ankles and wiggle toes. • Keep fingemails/toenails trimmed to reduce the risk ofhand/foot disease and dis­ comfort. • Use a good moisturizer daily to reduce the risk of dry, irritated skin that can become chapped or blistered. For more information, go to www.bfascher.com. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.*" Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers arc hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- rouM MIMMMNI C,obb SOU Mlfaf & 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. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 12, 2001 - Page 11 Lions move on in baseball districts The host Vikings ended their successful campaign last Monday with a district championship loss to Charlotte, 3-0. To reach the district final, Lakewood beat Lansing Waverly 6-2 and Charlotte shut-out Hastings 12-0. The Vikings also won over Portland in the district tournament 14-2. Jeremy Dow was the winning pitcher versus Portland and Dustin Courtney (7 strikeouts) chalked up the triumph against Lansing Waverly. In the loss to Charlotte, Dow struck out 4, upping his total to 95 strikeouts for the season. Charlotte only had five hits for the game. Lakewood tallied two runs in the first (Matt Aldridge a double to drive home two), three runs in the fourth (Lance Goodemoot a single to drive in two and Matt Aldridge an RBI) and one run in the sixth (Kyle Broadbeck an RBI) versus spotlight on health Public Health Studies: Science Fact Or Science Fiction? by Steven J. Milloy I?? 8 Z ■T*’**1 ■‘f "rtpuk® '■* ®taatt ■«iB jhifteittW :k« srxwta ktt XKSjilfei katiKts I Uta- •"*iM ' num «* i’ssta3’’ cm» «?acUWF** UWF** •* j,—wa*» (NAPS)—Is chocolate good for yOur heart? Are we too clean? Do cell phones cause brain tumors? As a bio-sta­ tistician, public health re­ searcher and founder of Junk science.com, I see consumers being bombarded with health information on a daily basis. While it’s tempting to believe everything you hear, people should know that, con­ trary to popular belief, not all science is sound science. In fact, a lot ofit isjunk science. So, what is junk science? It’s the use ofunproven sci­ entific data to further a ‘behind-the-scenes’ agenda, which affects consumer behav­ ior, spending, and peace of mind. Junk science is often used to make questionable claims publicly before the scientific community can test the theories. One good example is a recent, well-publicized study linking antibacterial use and the creation of“super-germs.” The study alleges that many types ofantibacterial house­ hold products cause antibi­ otic-resistant bacteria. What the public doesn’t realize is that the theory is based on just one laboratory-controlled study using triclosan-based antibacterial soap. One study is inconclusive and triclosan is not present in most house­ hold antibacterial cleaning products. So, how can consumers tell science fact from science fic- tion? Some clues include: • Scientific Data Based on a Single Study: Studies need to be performed repeatedly by the scientific community before a solid conclusion can be made. • Heavy Reliance on Statistics: Statistics are often subject to manipulation. • An Urgent Warning to Act Now: Beware of false warnings designed to change consumer behavior. In addition to the above rules, exercise your own judgement, conduct further research, and consult your doctor before taking action on a health claim. Steven J. Milloy isfounder ofJunkscience.com and author ofseveral books including Science Without Sense: The Risky Business of Public Health Research. Milloy holds a Bachelor’s degree in science from Johns Hopkins University, a Master’s degree in bio­ statistics from the Johns Hopkins University ofPublic Health, and a Master ofLaws from the Georgetown Univer­ sity Law Center. .4­ * fr£- •’’Th*1' Th Nicole McMillon 149 Strike-outs Maple Valley High School <* K>* SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726*0088 * Days (517) 726*0020 * Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Engineered Drain Systems Removed ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ Lansing Waverly. Brian Miller tossed a twohitter for Charlotte in the district championship, the two hits coming off the bat of Jarrod Stahl, a single and a double. The Vikings (24-10) had a couple of costly errors that helped to turn a 1-0 game into a bigger 3-0 deficit. "It changed the intensity and strategy," Lakewood coach Bob Veitch said. Facing Charlotte was a tough task for a Lakewood team that was State-ranked in 2001 and had a number of achievements including first place performances at the Hastings Invitational and the Central Montcalm Invitational. "I'm proud of the kids; they just kept going," Veitch said. "It was a great year." More District Baseball: Michael Hamilton improved his season pitching record to 8­ 0 and Maple Valley snapped Bellevue's 21-game winning streak with an 11-2 district championship win last Monday. Maple Valley's district title was its first in baseball since 1990. The Lions advanced to regional play last Saturday at Lake Fenton. Maple Valley's first opponent was Ithaca (19n). Eric Goris had a double in Maple Valley's eight run in the fourth inning last Monday and a home run in the bottom of the sixth inning. Mike Hirneiss, Jason Abfalter, Ryan Goris (three RBI), Travis Kersjes all drove in runs during the fourth. Ryan Goris drove home another Lions' run in the next inning. Jeff Rhoades picked up an RBI for Maple Valley in the first inning. The Lions trailed 1-0 and 2-1 before scoring their eight runs in the fourth to take the lead. Maple Valley was flawless in the field committing no errors. Eric Goris had a double and a homer, Jason Abfalter a single and two RBI and Ryan Goris went 2-for-4 with three RBI to lead the Lions' offense. District Soccer: DeWitt was the winner of the district soccer tournament, also hosted by Lakewood High School. The Panthers defeated Lansing Catholic Central 4­ 0. Other district games included a 3-0 Middleville victory over Lakewood, a 4­ 0 Caledonia shut-out against Portland, a 6-1 triumph by LCC against Middleville and a 1-0 win by DeWitt versus Caledonia. Nick Jones named Lifter of the Month Junior Nick Jones was selected as Maple Valley High School's Lifter of the Month in April. Jones was the starting point guard and captain on the varsity basketball team and was selected first team All-SMAA for his efforts on the courts this past winter. Jones averaged 9.8 points and 4.4 assists. His specialty is the three point shot as he hit 44.3 percent from three-point range during the 2000-2001 campaign. Jones also competed in his first ever Powerlifting tournament this May, setting personal bests on all three of his lifts competing in the 145-pound weight class. He managed to bench press 135, squat 225 and deadlift 255. Nick Jones The greatest asset of Jones may be his personality, as he is regarded by his coaches as a "team leader." Jones currently is maintaining a perfect 4.0 grade point average. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 12,2001 - Page 12 Area athletes shine at state track final Maple Valley's Troy Sloan had both a fifth place and eighth place performance at Saturday’s Division 3 State Meet held at Comstock Park. Sloan was fifth in the 100 with a 11.37 time and placed eighth in the 200 in 24.08. Sloan also ran on the Lions' 400 relay team that finished fourth in 45.13. The other three legs were run by Tim Wawiernia, Adam Watson and Andrew King. For Maple Valley's girls, Brieann Treloar was fourth in the high jump, clearing 5-2. Division 2 Meet: Middleville's 3,200-meter relay team of Jessica Stortz, Elise Nyland, Melissa Quisenberry and Jen Verkerke closed out the 2001 prep track season in grand fashion Saturday. The girls placed third and netted their personal best time by 12 seconds at the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 2 State finals at Forest Hills Northern High School. The freshman, sophomore, junior and senior — running in that order — entered the race seeded ninth, but finished in 9:38.22, which almost garnered them second place honors. But after officials reviewed the tape of the race, it was decided that the Trojan foursome finished just a hair behind the team from Ludington. Middleville coach Tammy Benjamin describes the team Make Your Propane Suppliers and Save $$$■■■ • GUARANTEED PRICE • FREE Installation • FREE Leak Test • Senior Citizen Discount • Automatic Delivery • Convenient Payment Options • Trained Technicians • 24-Hour Emergency Service • Customer Referral Award Call Now For More Details! 7220 Saddlebag Lake Road Lake Odes•s a, Ml 48849 ‘Certain restrictions apply. Limited free gallons available. a I "OV V"V f A OQOO l*V»S^i >aaMi C9 as "very ambitious." They certainly were that at the State finale. The freshman, Jessica Stortz, ran the first leg and a cast on her arm "did not slow her down." The sophomore, Elise Nyland, took the baton next and kept the team near the front. Nyland ran the first leg of Middleville's 3,200 relay team a year ago. Nyland this season also earned Academic All-State acclaim. Melissa Quisenberry, a junior who also placed in the 1,600 and 3,200, ran the third leg before giving way to the senior captain, Jen Verkerke. Benjamin said Verkerke was a leader in "setting the pace for the entire program" during 2001. "From day one, there was doubt who was a captain on that team," Benjamin said. Melissa Quisenberry placed sixth in both the 1,600 (5:13.53) and the 3,200 (11:26.46). The reward for the Trbjan seniors was getting to graduation a few minutes late. Caledonia junior Tim Ross had a record setting day, winning both the 1,600 and 3,200. Ross set a new MHSAA Division 2 record in the open 1,600 with a time of 4:13.47. The old meet record was set last year by Big Rapids' Justin Blakely. The Scot star also set a MHSAA Division 2 meet mark in the 3,200 with a time of 9:16.72. Two Hastings' athletes placed at State. Jason Goggins was fifth in the long jump with a leap of 21-4. Katie Noteboom was eighth in the high jump, clearing 5-2. Goggins, a senior, was happy to be there, but felt his jump could have been better. The weather and the set-up (he had to prepare for the 400 relay while the long jump event was still proceeding) didn't help matters. "I was kind of disappointed with myself," Goggins said. "I didn't do as well as I had expected, but I guess that I can't complain. The Saxons' 400 relay team of Goggins, Adam Schantz, Brandon Dahn and Ryan Rowse, did not place. Delton's Kyle Williams ran the 1,600 in 4:26.22 to finish fifth. Caledonia's Doug Jousma cleared 6-6 and wound up third in the high jump. Lakewood's Andrea Koch sprinted for eighth place honors in the 400, finishing the race in 1:00.47. Koch's Viking teammate, Rhianna Stalter, placed third in the long jump with a leap of 17-4^ Two other Delton athletes finished 12th in their respective events, Jessica Kellogg in the 3,200 and Shanna Tamminga in the high jump. Tamminga, a freshman, leaped 5-0. Her personal best, 5-3, came at last week's All-Barry County Meet held at Hastings High School and was a school record. Angie Maxey, of Caledonia, was seventh in the pole vault with an effort of 10-0. Caledonia's boys had the best team finish of the area teams. The Scots were sixth with 26 1/2 points. Top Race Returns To Sparta: Runners and walkers of all ages will hit the streets of Sparta Saturday, July 21 for the 11th annual 5 kilometer Michigan Flavorbest Apple Run and non-competitive 5 kilometer Fitness Walk. Post race activities include a special awards ceremony and a door prize drawing featuring the 2001 Michigan Apple Queen, Tonya Kober of Sparta. For more information on the Apple Run events, please call Dawn Geers at (616) 887­ 8052. Call 945-9554 for classifieds Nashville Firemen ❖ All-You-Can-Eat ❖ 4k ♦ ♦ 4k Pure Maple Syrup Saturday June 16th 4k jfr 7:OO a.m.-11:00 a.m. Adults $5.00 Kids S3.OO - Under 5 FREE 4k 4 4k 4k 4k A ♦ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-06-19.pdf aa83c7de8c287a8feb5a2199097ef6f1 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBUCUBRART 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS W 490M-1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc; 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 25/June 19, 2001 All day,alternative day K approved for next year by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The schedule for kinder­ gartners will be ail day al­ ternate days for next year, Superintendent Clark Volz announced to the Maple Valley Board of Education June 11. Volz said the decision was made after a lack of support was shown for the current schedule of half days all week. The board had previ­ ously approved switching to an all day alternate day schedule, but parents of some students protested the move. After much personal contact with the concerned parents, Volz said different options were being looked nto. One, he said, was to provide one class of half day, every day to the stu­ dents. After making phone contact with all the par­ ents involved, Volz said there were not enough stu­ dents to support such a class. Several of the families, Volz said, who were origi­ nally opposed to the new scheduling, decided to go along with the alternate days to get the teacher of their choice. Volz said that of the 16 families that preferred the every day half days, six would be doing the alter­ nate days to get their choice of teachers. "We will proceed with the all day, alternate day kindergarten and work that out for the next year," Allison Avery Volz said. In other business at the meeting the board: • Heard from Volz that the practice field at the high school has been seeded and they hope it is ready for use for practice this fall. • Heard a presentation about the Eaton Intermedi­ ate School District's pro­ gram of career preparation. • Agreed to purchase a new 77 passenger bus from Capital City Bus Sales for $49,668.85. • Awarded the high school photography job to J H Photographic Studio's in Nashville. • Approved the staff pro­ posals for the upcoming school year. Wayne Curtis New City Bank plans outlined Dennis Phelan shows the council the plans for the new bank. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Hasting City Bank President Mark Kolanowski and site plan developer Dennis Phelan were on hand at last Thursday's Nashville Village Council meeting to discuss their plans for the new bank that will be built in Nashville. Both men brought a site plan and answered ques­ tions about their plan to build a drive-through bank on the property downtown where the old laundramat once was. They said bids were sent out and they hope to break ground in a couple of weeks. One council member asked about a big maple tree on the property. Kolanowski replied that the tree would have to be This is the lot where the new drive through bank will be built by Hastings City Bank. cut down, but it was taken, into consideration when they were working up the plans. "We can't wait to get a drive up up and running," said Kolanowski. Kolanowski was not in his office to comment on the matter Friday, In other business at last Thursday night's meeting the council: • Received a petition from Dina Corwin to stop speeding and reckless driv­ ing down the 100-200 block of Phillips street. She said the driving was being done by two vehi­ cles, a gray mid-'80s Ford Ranger, and an early '90s red Chevy Cavalier. Corwin said they reach speeds of over 50 mph, and drag race. She said there were 21 kids on the block, not including some from a day care and she fears for their safety. She said she has called 911 more than ten times about the situation, has contacted the Nashville Police Department several times and the state police, but nothing has been done. Councilman Ralph Kirk said if the police depart­ ment did not see the in­ fraction, they could not do much about it. Chief Garry Barnes said she could sign a formal complaint and send it to the prosecutor's office, adding that he would help her to do that. • Learned from Barnes See Nashville council, pg. 2 'Stan Trumble, with the award for 75 years of business with Auto Owners Insurance. Trumble Agency honored for 75 years in business by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Stan Trumble of Trum­ ble Insurance Agency in Vermontville recently was awarded a plaque by the Auto Owners Insurance Agency for 75 years in the insurance business. "The agency has been in Vermontville for 75 years," said Trumble. "Not too See Trumble honored, pg. 2 In This Issue Reading program planned at Vermontville Library Sixth graders celebrate graduation at Maplewood Deputy dragged by fleeing suspect “Blast from the Past” sequel planned for July 28 �The Maple Valley Newt, Nastwibe. Tuesday June 19. 2001 - Page 2 Reading program set at Vermontville Library Thu year’s summer pro­ everyone, registration is rec­ ommended, but not required. grams at the Vermontville Please come in or call the Township Library will have library and register for this the theme “Reading Road program. Trip USA." These programs are pro­ Each week there will be vided through the financial games, crafts and other support f the Vermontville activities relating to travel Township Library, Vermont­ and adventure ville Women's Club, and a The journey will begin Tuesday, July 17, “Getting grant from the Eaton County Road" will be the theme of Youth Advisory Council. Sign up for the summer the week reading program “Reading Tuesday, July 24, will find Road Trip Bingo” will begin participants “On the Road.” on July 3 and will end July and Tuesday. July 31 they'll 14. Participants not signed be “Going in the Hike." up by the starting date of Travels will wrap up July 17 will still be allowed Tuesday, Aug. 7, with the to participate in the reading program “Bats across program, but will not receive America.” the introductory package of All programs begin at 2 materials. p.m. and will be held on the Participants will receive library lawn. Vermontville prizes for achieving a Girl Scout Troop 206 will be “bingo” by reading five assisting with the program, and the Vermontville books from different cate­ gories. Each book read will Women's Club will serve also earn and entry into a refreshments. In case of bad drawing to be held on Aug. weather, the program will 14. move inside the Opera Prizes include two bat House. houses, books, and other Activities have been surprises. The more you planned for a wide age range read, the better your chances and everyone is welcome. So there are enough supplies for of winning. 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 90th Birthday Marguerite Burdick 90 90 90 will be celebrating her 90th birthday 90 990 She would very much enjoy receive cards from friends. She would especially enjoy a visit at her home Saturday afternoon. Please help make it a special day. Her address is: 3701 Curtis Road. Saturday, June 23rd, 2001 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 • 90 Carrs celebrated 50th wedding anniversary Paul and Edith Carr celebrated their Fiftieth Wed­ ding Anniversary Saturday, June 16th, 2001. An open house was held in their honor at Faith Bible Church. The party was hosted by the couple’s children and grandchildren. Engagements McKelvey-Snow Sarah McKelvey and Ja­ cob Snow are pleased to an­ nounce their engagement. Sarah, the daughter of Anita McKelvey and Jerrold McKelvey of Hastings, is a 1996 graduate of Hastings High School and a 2000 graduate of Michigan State University. Jacob, the son of Joyce Snow ofHastings and Nolan Snow of Delton, is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley and a 2000 graduate of Lansing Comm. College. There’s a better way to buy insurance. insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number STAN TRUMBLE ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ^luto-Owners Insurance Life The couple is planning an Aug. 18, 2001 wedding. nesday, June 20, starting at noon. Those planning to attend are asked to please bring a dish to pass for the lunch. Following the meal, bingo will be played. For additional informa­ tion, please call Hildred Peabody at (517) 726­ 0574. many business have been around that long, and so I think it is an honor to re­ ceive this award." Trumble said the agency was started by Charlie Stiles in Barber State Bank 75 years ago. Lloyd Eaton, Stiles’ son-in-law, then took over the business and established it as the Eaton Agency in the office where Trumble conducts business in downtown Vermontville. "I bought the agency from Cedrick Wardwell in 1976," Trumble explained. Much has changed since he first began in the busi­ ness of auto, home, busi­ ness, life and farm insur­ ance. "The evaluation of prop- Nashville council, from front page You can buy your or from Together they have found a friendship, raised a fam­ ily, and built a marriage. You are most warmly invited by the children and grandchildren of Elsie and Lloyd Wolever to participate in the joyous celebration of their parents’ fiftieth wedding anniversary. Join us for a luncheon from 2 to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 23, 2001, 135 Washington Street, Vermontville, Michigan. There will be dancing from 7 to 11 p.m. at Maple Leaf Grange. No gifts, please. Trumble honored, from front page Senior citizens' potluck planned All local senior citizens are invited to join in the potluck lunch at the Ver­ montville United Meth­ odist Church on Wed- Wolevers to celebrate golden anniversary Home Car Business TAz No ProbCim Ppjopfe? that part-time officer Dori Munster is leaving the Nashville Police Depart­ ment to take a full time job in the Albion Police Department. Munster had recently undergone training and had been working in Fuller schools, in addition to her department work. • Decided to place over­ due water, sewer and sidewalk bills on the tax rolls. • Agreed to purchase po- lice vests for the depart­ ment. The money will come from drug forfeitures. • Agreed to purchase a New Holland TN65 tractor for the Department of Pub­ lic Works with a trade-in price of $18,500. • Decided to send 15­ day reminders to deserted home and fire damaged homes that they are in vio­ lation of the ordinance and need to send in a timetable for taking care of the situation. erties has changed tremendously, the values because of inflation have gone up quite a bit. There have also been a lot of changes in automation and computers." Trumble said he likes living in a small town, and doing business here. "I pretty much know ev­ eryone I work with and they know you," he said. Trumble received the honor for being with the Auto Owners Insurance in May, at a ceremony at the Sheridan Hotel. "It was a really nice party for those of us that have been with them 75 years... it was an honor to receive it." HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1*800-535-7203 945-2243 54.25 Family Twlllte 4-6 pm dally $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Mitin—« til 4pm $5.00 Students 6 Late Shows Frl A Set $5.50 Evnlngs Mon -Thurs Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View ANGELINA JOLIE Is LARA CROFT SHOWTIMES 6/18 - 6/21 GARAGE SALE June 21 & 22 • 9 AM - 6 PM Pete Benton's 2764 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Couch, stereo. White lawn tractor, small trailer, bicycle bbuilt for two, set of World Book Encyclopedias, cedar chest, 4 oak bar stools, golf cart, antiques, collectibles and other quality junk. O LARA CROFT: TOMB RAIDER (PG-13) OISinUSTADIUM tUTIM 11:30, 1: 40, 4:00, 7:10, 9:15 O SWORDFISH (R) 11:50, 2:00, 4:20, 7:20, 9:30 THE ANIMAL (PG-13) wm 11:40, 2:10. 4:30, 7:30, 9:20 PEARL HARBOR (PG-13) OIQITAUSTAOIUM SEATIKS 2: 00, 5:30, 9:00 Bag of Buttery Popcorn �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. June 19, 2001 - Page 3 Help Wanted HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ REGISTRATION CLERKto $12/hr & up. Many shifts available. Training A.S.A.P. (616)949-2424 Jobline. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. CABLE INSTALLER/ HELPERS- To SI ,000/wk + benefits. On job training. Work own hours. Many needed. (616)949-2424 Job­ line. CITY ROUTE DELIVERYto $800/wk.+ Summer or All year round. Training Now. (616)949-2424 Jobline For Rent NASHVILLE: very nice 1 bedroom house, attached garage; 2 bedroom appartment, (517)852-9386. Real Estate Garage Sale ANTRIM COUNTY: f>£7 beautiful acres only 15 miles west of Gaylord. Ideal homesite or recreational spot. Short drive to state land. Includes driveway and cleared site, $24,900. $500 down, $310/month, 11% land contract. Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118 or www.northemlandco.com for photos and sur­ vey. YARD SALE: June 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 9am-6pm. Clearing out mom's home of 75 years. Some old, some al­ most new, furniture, new comer TV stand, 3 complete single beds, much clean bed­ ding, drapes, lace curtains, old dressers, kitchen items, silverware set, old games, much costume jewelry, ev­ erything must go. 343 N. Main, Vermontville. GOOD TIME PIZZA Being Satisfied 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 It seems that so many people in this world are dissatisfied with their lives and have difficulty understanding why things are not better for them. They may not be content with their chosen occupation, where they live or with their family life. These unhappy people are not being fulfilled in this world, and it is difficult for them to understand why they are involved in such troublesome situations. In life, everyone has difficulties and problems to contend with, and if we put our hopes and dreams only on things of this world,-we will never be completely satisfied. Things are constantly changing in our lives, and the only thing that remains firm and steadfast in this world is God’s love for us. God wants us to be the best that we can be, and to be satisfied and fulfilled in our daily routine. And though this is much easier said than done, the Bible tells us that we should come to the Lord, those who are carrying heavy loads, and He will give us rest. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm J LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 wlm min hi >udsoi Mbit- tanSKiliita^ R«[i|BihV ifijtKj hvt also b«i/r;J Clirfif ctojtsiiaaj j Hint । lUoji Hit nil™ •it-lin, hjiiisslmii tats (tajtatste utk 'IptttymdtatI tofe tm I wi nili■ ata ikjtow'W nlon Mt Mid t tai Iff ^1"** ii® toOtffita®’-' iMi tptati SjJiW Jjj® 'IlMildl® Maple Valley Chapel HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! For He satisfieth 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager Shirleys 6' S 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 atn-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-8S2-25OO THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD T^ MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm WOLE VER’S Real Estate the longing soul, 945-9554 and filleth the Ask for our sales Dept, hungry soul Elsie E. Wolever, with goodness. Broker K.J.V Res. Psalm 107:9 (517) 726-0637 ttta ®,ta iittta''**11 ■ iaii» jaa-ins#^*lt itta*' % HAPPY TRAILS... 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................... 10 Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... ... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...............6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ....... ...7 p.m. S.unday School......... .......... 9:45 Morning Worship..... ............... 11 Evening Worship...... ................ 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 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) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 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 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-mREV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer 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 PASTOR RANDY SMITH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi south ofNashville) Sunday School A.M. Service . P.M. Service ... .... 10 a.m. .11:15 a.m. .... 6 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School................... 9:45 a m. A.M. Service.................................... 11 P.M. Service..................................... 7 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE . NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Servic Sunday School. ..... 9:45 a.m. ... 1115am REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home. 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship........... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N Stale, Nashville Sunday Mass 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main SI., Vermontville Sunday School............... Worship Service ........... Sunday Evening Service Wed. Evening Service AWANA................ 7-8:30 9:45 a m. ...11a.m. .. .6 p.m. 7 p.m. p m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 am .M.orning Prayer :00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev DovdT Hustwick948-9604 Rev Deacon David S MoMwdl 517-627-9830 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Servic e................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass.................. .9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, June 19. 2001 - Page 4 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On \ssues Anti-govt, zealotry is loser To the editor: I don’t understand it. A man (group ofmen) bombs a federal building, demolish­ ing the building and killing 168 people, 19 of them young children, and he says he is “the victor.” Victor against whom or what? He can’t possibly be a victor in killing 168 inno­ cent people - many of them children. Victor against the federal government? I can’t quite understand that line ofthink­ ing. This elected government of ours may not be perfect, but this USA is the world's superpower, who not only has rescued the world in major wars with a loss of hundreds of thousands of American lives. The U.S. is constantly helping starving, diseased, poor and poorly governed countries all over this world of ours. So this man was incensed over Waco? Really, what was the federal government sup­ posed to do? Allow a reli­ gious zealot to do what Jim Jones did in Guiana? Ifnoth­ ing was done in Waco — and in time the inevitable hap­ pened - then would the gov- ernment be praised? There are • complaints about taxes, the cost of fuel, even the cost of stamps. My answer would be: this country, with all our free democratic recreational, vocational, travel, and trans­ port resources; almost everything that we use and take for granted, everything that makes our lives more bearable, has to be cared for - built, maintained and expanded in ways that pri­ vate companies would fail at. People complain about the cost of fuel. Many blame the government. Fuel costs $3 to $5 per gallon in other parts of the world. And, I doubt that they have the interstate highway system that we enjoy. Another example of how foolish this anti-gov’t, feel­ ing is criticism over the cost ofmailing a letter. 1 just sent a letter to Idaho for 34 cents. If I would have had to deliv­ er it myself, it would have cost me $1,000. Don’t forget, once I accomplished delivering it, I’d have to come back. “The victor,” how utterly foolish. John Anderson, Nashville Last day of class celebrated Clara Arvizu's third grade class enjoys their last day of school at Fuller in the outdoors. Latest additions, donations to the Putnam District Library Adult Fiction - Train Full of Trouble by Roberts, Gospel and Judas by Mawer; Final Target by Johansen; P is for Peril by Grafton; Songcatcher by McCrumb; Chosen Prey by Sandford; Children of Pithiviers by Kohler; Judgment by Buffa; Ancient Ones by Mitchell; Dangerous Silence by Palm­ er; Sunk Without a Sound by Dimock; 5 Quarters of the Orange by Harris; Birthright by Oke; Ceremony in Death by Robb; Clouds Without Rain by Gaus; Daughter of God by Perdue; Flathead Fury by Sharpe; Glory in Death by Robb; Immortal in Death by Robb; Holiday in Death by Robb; Immortal in Death by Robb; Last Report and Irene; The Cell; The Art ofWar; Shanghai Noon. Donations of materials: Gay Goodnoe, Dr. Mike Callton, Joan McDowell, Ellen Raymond, Peggy Corkins, orns, Diana ana Brown, rown, Jan an Kalnbach, Carol Blackburn, Cleon Brown and Nanett Visger. Book donated in memory of Beverly Brooks. Donations in memory of Lila (Titmarsh) Roe, Videos - Mission Impos­ Georgia Biddy (Gribbin) sible 2; Miss Congeniality; Roe, Jean (Roe) Barton, U571; The Emperor’s New Louise (Lentz) Roe by Groove; The Miracle Work­ Vidian Roe; In Memory of er; Ride with the Devil; Dorr Darby by Harold and Hollow Man; What Lies Joyce Starring; Carroll and Beneath; What Lies Be­ Marge Wolff. neath; Gone in 60 Seconds; Donations to the chil­ Keeping the Faith; Autumn dren’s program by Mike in New York; Me, Myself Callton, Joyce Starring, Carroll and Marge Wolff, Cay Cates, Dave Deines, Battle Cats, Full Blast Water Park, Kellogg City Museum, Mace Pharmacy, Good Times, Patrons of Maple Leaf, Eaton Federal. on the Miracles at Little No Horse by Erdrich; Loyalty in Death by Robb; Perfect Arrangements by Berne; Rapture in Death by Robb; Stalkers by Johnson; Storm Warning by McCall; Tomb­ stone by Thompson. Adult Non-Fiction Cabins by Stiles; Your Right to Child Custody by Boland; Coaching Youth Baseball. Maple Grove Bible Church plans VBS Vacation Bible school at Maple Grove Bible Church will begin Monday, June 25 and run through Friday, June 29. The church is located five miles south of Nashville on M-66 and 1/2 mile east on Cloverdale Road. “Is It Worth It?” is the theme of the school this year, with Bible lessons about the Apostle Paul, to whom the most important thing in his life was to know Christ. Children ages 4 through 12th grade are invited to the session from 9:30 to 11:45 each morning, Monday through Friday. Parents and friends are invited to the closing program which will be presented at 7 Friday evening June 29. For transportation or fur­ ther information, call Ruth Potter at (517) 852-0861. I I The Jr. High Student Council wishes to thank the I following businessesfor their I I I support in Great Strides I A Walkfor Cystic Fibrosis: I I Maple Valley Implement I Eaton Federal I I I | Antiques I ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, June 24. Over 400 exhibitors in every type of antique. 200 pllus dealers under cover. Show is rain or shine. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free parking, $3.00 admission at the fairgrounds right in Allegan, Michigan. Info, (616)735-3333. . I I i. Carl's Supermarket Mace Pharmacy Smith's Grocery Kent Oil Company Hickey Electric Shell Gas Station/Subway Nancy's Beauty Parlor Vermontville Hardware Hometown Lumber & Hardware Musser's Full Service Nashville Chiropractic Hecker's Insurance Agency WBJBJBiBiBiBiaaaBiaajaBi^jpieijt3i3ifi|piFiipip|riiairiiaigiaaaBJ II iiI II sII �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 19, 2001 - Page 5 Vermontville Twp. Library News Sign up for the Summer Reading Program “Reading Road Trip USA,” will begin on July 3 and continue until July 14, in the library. See the separate article in this issue for more details. New Videos: Shanghai Non, Scary Movie, 102 Dalmatians, Miss Congen­ iality, Lady and the Tramp II, What Lies Beneath. New titles from Avalon Books: Corpse on the Court by Deborah Tisdale; Grow­ ing Attraction by Lynn M. Turner; Brooklyn Ballerina by Zelda Benjamin; Love Undercover by Jean C. Gor­ don; Casey’s Journey by Mariorie McGinley; Finding Love’s Fortune by Shelley Galloway; Ambush at Devil’s Whip by James Rhodes; Held for Ramsom by Terri Alcock; Foundation of the Law by Johnny D. Boggs and The Love Game by Wilma Fasano. New audio books, Demons of Eden and Dectra Chain by James Axler. We have received our new rotation ofaudio books from taped edition. New titles include: The Alibi, by Sandra Brown; Anil’s Ghost, by Michael Ondaatje; Criti­ cal Conditions by Stephen White; Death in Paradise, by Carolyn Hart; Dreamcatch­ er, by Stephen King; Hastened to the Grave by Jack Olsen; Hong Kong: A Jake Grafton Novel, by Stephen Koonts; Irresistible Impulse, by Robert Tanenbaum; The Job, by Douglas Kennedy; The Judgement, by D.W. Buffa; A Midwin­ ter’s Tale, by Andrew M. Greeley; Off the Mangrove Coast, by Louis L’Amour; A Perfect Crime, by Peter Abrahams; Plainsong, by Kent Haruf; The Poison­ wood Bible, by Barbara Kingsolver; Ravelstein, by Saul Bellow; Running Mate, by Joe Klein; Vinegar Hill, by A. Manette Ansay; A Walk to Remember, by Nicholas Sparks; We’ll Meet Again, by Mary Higgins Clark. Adult Fiction: The Note, by Angela Hunt; The Great­ est Player Who Never Lied, by J. Michael Veron; Mid­ night Falcon, by Cassie Ed­ wards; The Firebrand, by Susan Wiggs; Ghost Town, by Ed Gorman; The Lost band, by Don Coldsmith; Longarm and the Horse Thief, by Tabor Evans; Battletech: Flashpoint, by Loren L. Coleman; The Trailsman: Apache Duel, by Jon Sharpe; Blue Nowhere, by Jeffery Deaver; Chosen Prey, by John Sandford; Cloak of Deception, by James Luceno; Priestess of Avalon, by Marion Zimmer Bradley; Skies of Pem, by Anne McCaffrey; Warrior Class, by Dale Brown; Reunion, by Alan Dean Foster. Adult Non-Fiction: Re­ cipes For Health: Diabetes, by Azmina Govindji; Gand­ hi’s Passion, by Stanley Wblpert. Junior Fiction: SVH: Senior Year Meant to Be, by Francine Pascal; Dawson’s Creek; Lighthouse Legend, by Holly Henderson; Love Stories: Snag Him!, by Gret­ chen Greene; Pine Hollow: Full Gallop, by Bonnie Bryant; Turning Seventeen: Just Trust Me, by Rosalind Noonan; EverWorld: Enter­ tain the End, by K.A. Apple- gate; I Was a Sixth Grade Alien: There's an Alien in my Underwear, by Bruce Coville; The Case of the Detective in Disguise, by James Preller. Rugrats: Prince Chuckie, by Sarah Willson; Sweet Valley Junior High: Dance Fever, by Jamie Suzanne; Pony Pals: Pony-4Sale, by Jeanne Betancourt; The Nancy Drew Note­ books: Flower Power, by Carolyn Keene; The Boxcar Children: The Summer Camp Mystery, by Gertrude Chandler Warner; The Nightmare Room: Camp Nowhere, by R.L. Stine; Ith Justing Time Amber Brown, by Paula Danzinger. . Junior Non-Fiction: Fact to Face With the Unknown, by Sherry Hansen Steiger. CALENDAR OF EVENTS MSU EXTENSION OFFICE , "" iHt/h fcW; tain, fc Lies Be- MirgtH tWM taii; t Mi;Aitao fajpph t Me, M Mm ji Welt' June 19 4-H Communications Workshop, 7 p.m. Comm Rm. C/L Bldg. June 20 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m. Comm Rm. C/L Bldg. Exploration Days at MSU (20-22). June 21 Chicago Botanical Trip, sponsored by Barry County Homemakers, contact C. Bachman. June 22 Dairy Fun Day at MSU. June 24 Judge/Comp Trail Ride, Kellogg Forest at 8 a.m. June 25 Small Animal Mandatory Mtg., 7 p.m. at Expo Center. TB Testing at Dr. Eavey’s Clinic, 3 p.m. June 26 Fair Superintendents Mtg., 7 p.m. at Expo Center. June 28 Goat Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds. *Must show TB papers. June 30 Poultry Rate of Gain - weigh in 2 p.m., Expo Center. July 7 Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. July 9 Horse Developmental Committee Mtg., 7 p.m., Expo Center. Poultry Cage Set-Up, 5 p.m., Expo Center. July 10 Beef Carcass Live Evaluation, 7 p.m., Dave Deidl’s Farm. July 12 Goat Bam set-up, 7 p.m., Expo Center. July 14 Non-Livestock judging, 9 a.m., Expo Center. Beef & Lamb Carcass Evaluation, 9 a.m., Geukes Market. 4-H Scholarship Fundraiser, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (hot dog, chips, drink for $2.50), fairgrounds Rabbit & Cavy check-in, 4 p.m., Rabbit Bam. July 15 Poultry Show, 10 a.m., Show Arena. Rabbit & Cavy Show, 1 p.m., Show Arena. Pocket Pet Show, 2 p.m., Show Arena. Youth Cattle and Goat check-in 2-7 p.m. 7 p.m. AH Youth Exhibits must be checked into the fair. July 15-21 Fair Week Cal!945-9554forMaple ValleyNews ACTION-Ms! ...................... ■— V Sidewalk 1 Cafe We can save you $10,000 on a $100,000 Mortgage Save with our great rate, no-point, reduced fee, 15 year bi-weekly mortgage loan* Oh... and you will receive FREE checking, too! Our 15 year bi-weekly home mortgage loan provides an easy and affordable way to save you $10,000 in interest and finance charges. In addition to a great rate of 6.875% with an annual percentage rate of 6.936, no points and $75 reduction in our processing fee, you receive the benefit of making smaller and easier to manage payments which are automatically deducted from your Hastings City Bank account every two weeks. Over the life of the loan you reduce the total dollar amount of interest you pay because the principal is paid back sooner (in fact, the more you borrow, the more you save) What’s more... you are eligible for Homeowner Rewards that offers a free regular checking account, first order of checks free and more. To find out more, just visit your nearest Hastings City Bank office. For delicious... Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp Fish & Chicken Baskets Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. ■ 9 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. • 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street gp 1886 Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 www.hastingscitybank.com • Member FDIC Or lots ofparking in Pack ■ Look for Green Door Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 517-852-9320 * Offer only available on loans with 50% or more new money. Rates are subject to change, Available to refinanced loans at a slightly higher rate. 20% down payment required. Property insurance required. 342 bi-weekly payments of$444.07 each. E0 �Thee Maple ape Valley a ey News, ews, Nashville, asv e, Tuesday, ues ay, June une 19,, 2001 - Page age 6 6th-graders graduate at Maplewood El Maplewood sixth-graders graduated last Wednesday (June 6) at the high Students are given awards for their participation in the Eaton County Math Days. Mary Jewell receives the Presidents Academic Award for all A's while at Maplewood. Kristen Hummell talks to the crowd at graduation about goals for the future. school, admist awards given to the future class of 2007. 2007. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Superintendent Clark Volz, Principal Fred Davenport, and teachers were The Big One is Coming! Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 EQUAL HMM OFrORTUHITT HIYIS Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI MLS. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................................................................... 852-5066 CHARMING HOME IN HASTINGS BRICK RANCH bedroom ranch 2 w/great/^2> s jfzZMrge living rooirrp)(A &foot, corner lot, 2 ifi^fe city ci lots, covered walk, convenient to town fir low maintenance. Possession at closing. Call Jerry for show­ ing fir details today. (H-95) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) VACANT LAND PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILE OFF M-66 LAND CONTRACT TERMSII Some parcels are "wooded", range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres; all are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) 110 ACRES Mice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Hashville. Call Hyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Hyle for more details. (VL-131) OPEN HOUSE Sunday, June 24 2 to 4 p.m. HASTINGS NEAR MIDDLE SCHOOL 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) IN NASHVILLE THREE BEDROOM RANCH HOME Double wide built in 1999, 2 full baths, kitchen, dining room, "Combo", 1st floor laundry, fenced dog run, quiet setting, close to park. Call Jerry for more details or appointment to see! (H-116) IN NASHVILLE 1ST FLOOR STORE FRONT WITH 2 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS On 2nd floor. Building is 20x79 fit has basement. Apartments have separate utilities, front fir rear stairs. Call Homer for more details fit appointment to see. (H-117) 733 Church St. Priced to buy... $119,900 Your Host... Jerry Reese ELEGANT HOME NASHVILLE LIVE DOWN fir RENT UP 2 story home with mature shade trees, large corner lot, live stai rent easily easy ups tail; unit. Spacious reverts living aTEas, oak trim fir pock­ et doors, fireplace with formal dining room; great invest­ ment with land contract terms. Give Jerry a call to see! (H-118) Jessica Winegar talks to the crowd about friendship. on hand to congratulate the class, and present awards. Students gave speeches on such themes as family, fond memories, friends, goals for the future, and community. Various awards were given out for such achievements as All A's, attendance, honor roll, the presidential award, the principals award, math awards and more. After the awards, stu­ dents lined up single file to to receive handshakes from their teachers and administration, as parents and families watched. "We look for great things from you, class of 2007," said Volz. "We look forward to the contri­ butions from you at the junior/senior high and wish you much success here." Further information about the individual awards and honors were not provided to the Maple Valley News as of press time, as had been re­ quested. Business Services BULLDOZING: 2909. (616)948- ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. “COUNTRY HOME" NEAR NASHVILLE 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fire­ place, huge master suite on second floor. Call Hyle for all the "info". (CH-122) VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 National Ads HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. ms Five times the Circus! COME EARLY BETWEEN 8-10 A.M. • See over 100 animals up close FREE • Watch the elephants raise the big top • Experience the circus coming alive Big City Show at Small Town Prices RETURN FOR 4:30 & 7:30 PM SHOW AND ENJOY... Our grand spectacular parade • Acrobats and trapeze artists Clowns and almost human gorillas Lots of performing elephants, tigers, camels, dogs and horses 'Jennie' our star baby elephant and much, much more! SPONSORED BY: J-Ad Graphics, Felpausch Food Center, MainStreet Savings Bank, Michael Kenney Plumbing, Waste Management, WBCH HOSTED BY: Historic Charlton Park Wednesday, June 27, 2001 4:30 & 7:30 Historic Charlton Park (Advance tickets available at Hastings Felpausch, Mainstreet Bank, J-Ad Graphics and Charlton Park) Prices Before Circus Day: Adults $10.00- Kids (2-11) $5.00 At the Box Office or Phone (580) 326-2233 Adults $12.00 - Kids (2-11) $6.00 3E MIWOtOCWEMSOHfUSfl PHOTOS PEWItD UNDER THE BIGGEST BIG TOP ON EARTH �The Made Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, June 19, 2001 — Page 7 Sunfield girl to compete for Miss Teen of Michigan title Stephanie Hynes of Sun­ field, daughter of Jeff and Kris Hynes, will compete in the Miss Teen of Michigan Scholarship and Recognition program at the 2001 State Pageant at Central Michigan Univer­ sity in Mount Pleasant. The state finals will be held at 4 p.m. in Warriner Auditorium on the CMU campus. The event is open to the public and tickets will be available at the door. The winner of the com­ petition will receive a $1,000 cash scholarship, a $500 educational savings bond and $250 to present to her school on behalf of the program and will advance to compete for the national title of Miss Teen of » PHOTO Center FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS - TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families' photographs 35mm Film Processin Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT ~ ___ 35MM OR APS S DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional 99N NOW ONLY... with original processing /^ 4x6 prints only panoramic Stephanie Hynes Meghan Gaber receives an award for her participation in Destination Imagination. The family of * Russell O. and Mary E. (Dillenbeck) Smith invite you to congratulate them on the occasion oftheir 60TH WEDDINQ ANNIVERSARY. Russell & Mary were married on June 22, 1941. They have lived at their present address 11789 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville - for most of their married lives. Your cards or calls ofcongratulations would be appreciated. $5-00 Off New Set of Fiberglass or Stacey McLeod 1 $10.00 Off Hot Tools Curling Irons Reg. $49-95 THE NEW IMAGE 101 N. Main Street — Woodland Summer Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m. -8 P-m-; rVV & a,m" § P-m‘ Closed Saturday / 367-4528 N 1-877-688-8118, ; America, which provides additional scholarships, prizes and awards. Each candidate will be scored in six areas, includ­ ing scholastic record, achievement and service to school and community, personal development of hobbies, talents and skills; general awareness, written test, personality, projection to formal wear and judge's interview. Hynes is being sponsored by Marko's, Sharp Impression, Superior Pho­ tography, Village Auto, BP and Welsh's Hardware, all of Sunfield. Other sponsors are the Hair Shop of Lake Odessa, Frost Heating and Cooling and Kent Oil and Propane of Lake Odessa and Nashville. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Benjamin M. Jones Benjamin M. Jones has joined the United States Army under the delayed entry program. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, toward and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion ofbasic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their careerjob specialty. Jones will report for basic training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. He is the son of Judith K. Zander ofNashville. Hamilton Family Garage Sale Friday, June 22 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9247 Bivens Road Nashville Infants, girls & ladies clothing, craft items, chairs, floor lamps, table with 2 benches, toys, Little Tykes dollhouse, books, home decor, Sega Genesis with 2 games, dolls, bathroom sink and faucet 4x7 APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT ___- Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives 5x8 - $2.50 $ ■4M9i5 s 8x10 as low as Cust■o■mR Wu»b ber b"ea|r) stamps a|)ei w o' rder sell-in*'"# * nrices nrices' S® checkourP Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $<I QW5 0 as low as 250 1-color 9 PHOTO Looking for Specialty Papers? M/e have a huge selection Coming Soon! LARGE POSTER PRINTS i up to 48” wide X 350” long of quality papers in various colors & textures IN FULL COLOR! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 H. Broadway (IVI-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 . . Ol OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 ■ 6:00 • SAT 6:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 19,2001 - Page 8 Sunfield teen killed, brother injured in crash Dan Rumfield, 17, of Sunfield, was killed in a two-truck accident Satur­ day at 3:40 a.m. on M-43 west of Sunfield. His brother, Jeff Rum­ field, 23, was airlifted to Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids with multi­ ple injuries, including wa­ ter in his lungs and a neck fracture. The two were traveling home in their pickup truck on M-43 when they were rear-ended by another driver, Matt Henney, a Lakewood High School student. The truck, driven by Jeff, struck the culvert near M-50 and M-43 and landed upside down in the creek. Jeff was thrown from the truck and landed in the creek. Dan was killed in­ stantly. M-43 was blocked nearly 10 hours while the truck was removed from the creek. Reports indicated police suspect speed and alcohol both were factors in the accident. Health^ Bulletin Cancer Trials Save Lives (NAPS)—Researchers are discovering new ways to win the war on cancer. They do so through clinical trials, research studies ofnew treat­ ments or new ways to pre­ vent the disease. Cancer clinical trials are the only way to translate the extraordinary breakthroughs made in laboratories around Clinical trials of cancer treatments and preventatives may save lives now and in the future. the country into new, more effective preventives and treatments for patients. Patient enrollment in clin­ ical trials remains low, how­ ever, as many people have significant misconceptions about the care theyTl receive. Very strict guidelines safe­ guard people who enroll in clinical trials and placebos are never used in cancer treatment trials, only in pre­ vention trials. Volunteers in a treatment trial will, at the very least, receive the best standard of care currently available to the public as well as receive exceptional med­ ical support. Virtually every insurance company covers the routine costs of participating in a clinical trial and patients can choose to leave a trial at any time. For more information on what clinical trials are, or to search for a cancer clin­ ical trial to participate in, visit the Cancer Research Foundation ofAmerica at www.preventcancer.org. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (5 miles south of Nashville on M-66, one-half mile east on Cloverdale Road) For transportation, call (517) 852-0861 Make Hay While the Sun Shines! • John Deere 720MOCO • 9’ 9” Cutting Width • Urethane Conditioner Rolls Ready to Mow Now! Marianna (Nulf) Baker OLIVET - Marianna (Nulf) Baker, age 79, of Olivet, died Tuesday, June 12, 2001 at the home ofher daughter in Vermontville after an extended illness. Marianna was bom Nov. 28, 1921 in Geraldine, Montana, the daughter of Grover T. and Ethel L. (Kistler) Nulf and was a lifelong Olivet area resident. She had been employed by the former WilcoxGay/Recordio Corp, in Charlotte and was a Cook at the former Olivet Truck Stop Restaurant. NASHVILLE - Kenneth D. Halliwill, age 42, of Nashville died Monday, June 11, 2001 at his residence. Mr. Halliwill was born on January 9, 1959 in Charlotte, MI the son of Lowell and Marlys (Brown) Halliwill. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools graduating in 1977 from Maple Valley High School. He then continued his education at State Technical College in Plainwell where he studied to be a machinist. After completing his education he accepted a CHARLOTTE Louis Francis Mosier, 85, of Charlotte, Michigan, died Monday, June 11, 2001. Mr. Mosier was bom Feb. 13, 1916, in Vermontville, Michigan, the son of Lynn and Mary (Amtz) Mosier. He was a Layout Inspector for Oldsmobile before retir­ ing in 1977 and had farmed most ofhis life in the Eaton County area. He was a member and Past Master of the Potterville Masonic Lodge No. 367 and Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 413. He is survived by son Lynned Mosier of Charlotte; daughters, Kim (Mark) LaCount ofCharlotte, Linda (Steve) Donley of Potterville, Sibyl (Mike) Moreno ofChar-lotte, Suzan Woodhams ofPotterville; 13 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; sister, PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Ail real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act the Michigan Civil Rights Act advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ Offer ends June 30, 2001. Subject to approved credit, John Deere Credit Financing Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. John Deere www.deere.com ence, limitation oc discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- 945-9526 position with Twin City Foods, in Lake Odessa, MI where he retired in 1994. He was known as a diligent worker who enjoyed "tinkering" with electronics, auto racing, music and his truck. Mr. Halliwill was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by brothers, Bob (Patsy) Halliwill of Charlotte, Jim (Maggie) Halliwill of Nashville, Ed (Donna) Halliwill of Eaton Rapids, LeRoy (Karen) Halliwill of Charlotte, Ernie (Caroline) Halliwill of Curtis, MI, David (Stephanie) Halliwill of Charlotte, Raymond (Tamie) Halliwill of Nashville; sisters, Linda (Bill) Pullen of Olivet, Mary (Loren) Lehman of Nashville and many nieces and nephews. Services were held Thursday, June 14, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville, MI. Rev. Don Roscoe officiated. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Louis Francis Mosie which collectively make it illegal to anp.JP/o for 36 Months! (Kathy) Baker of Grayling, MI; 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 16,2001 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Rev. Daniel Smith of the Vermontville Bible Church officiated. Interment was in Bosworth Cemetery, Olivet. Memorials are suggested to the Barry-Eaton Health Dept. Hospice. Arrangements were made by Burkhead Green Funeral Home. Kenneth D. Halliwill and $11,400 She was married to Roger C. Baker on Nov. 10, 1945. He preceded her in death on Dec. 2, 1983. Also preceding her in death were two sons, Donavon D. “Butch” Hotchkiss on May 18, 1972, David Baker on March 5, 2001; sister, Delpha Anderson and three broth­ ers, Grover “Bud” Nulf, Jr., Kenneth Nulf and Ray Nulf. Surviving are one daughter, Barbara (Robert) Dickinson of Vermontville; one son, Dan “Dick” Barbara Ward of Potterville. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy (Riedl) in 1996. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 14, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Rev. Arthur Salis­ bury officiated. Interment was in Gresham Cemetery in Charlotte. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the Masons or the Eastern Star. Futher information is available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Inc. tmtM cp M A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry ^ommuni^oundatio^^al^^0526^^^^^ MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2001-2002 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 27, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the Jr./Sr. High School Library, the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing to consider the district’s proposed 2001-2002 general fund, Durant fund, debt fund, athletic fund, bookstore fund and hot lunch budgets. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2001-2002 budgets until after the public hearing. Copies of the proposed 2001-2002 budgets are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml? The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education. . Allison Avery, Secretary �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 19, 2001 - Page 9 Sleep deprivation means less fun more stress for American adults American adults’ 24/7 world of activity squeezes out time for sleep and other activities and often encour­ ages unhealthy and some­ times antisocial lifestyles. Instead ofworking to live, Americans are living to work, a shift that has had a profound impact on their personal lives. They report spending more time working and less time sleeping, engaged in social and leisure activities, and having sex than they did just five years ago. These are some ofthe key findings in the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) “2001 Sleep in America” poll, which looks at the rela­ tionship between Ameri­ cans’ lifestyles, sleep habits and sleep problems. The poll was released recently during NSF’s National Sleep Awareness Week (March 26April 1), as most of the nation prepares for an hour sleep loss this weekend with the arrival of Daylight Saving Time Sunday morn­ ing (April 1). Sleep deprivation contin­ ues to be widespread in America. According to the NSF poll, a majority of American adults (63 per­ cent) do not get the recom­ mended eight hours of sleep needed for good health, safety, and optimum performance. Nearly one-third report sleeping less than seven hours each week night, though many adults say they try to sleep more on weekends. This year’s poll also shows that more than one-third of Americans say they get less sleep now than five years ago, and seven in ago,an n 10 saytey say they experience frequent sleep problems, though most have not been diagnosed. But EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm more than eight out of 10 say they would sleep more if they knew they could be healthier, perform in a safer way and avoid injuries, and could improve their memo- than adults having sex two to three times a week. Lower marital satisfaction also impacts sleep habits according to the poll. Those reporting less marital satis­ faction are more likely to “The 2001 Sleep in say they experience a sleep America poll shows good problem than theirr more news and bad news,” says happily married counterRichard L. Gelula, NSF’s parts. executive director. “The Children can be a detri­ good news is many ment to a good night’s Americans say they don’t sleep. The poll shows that want to give up any more sleep problems are more sleep in spite of their hectic prevalent in households with lives. And they would sleep children 18 and younger. more ifthey were convinced Adults with children are it would contribute to their more likely to report symp­ quality of lie. The bad news toms of insomnia than those is far too many adults still without children (58 percent sacrifice sleep, which is vs. 46 percent). They also unhealthy and counter-pro­ experience significantly ductive. Americans must more daytime sleepiness that make time for sleep and interferes with daily activiunderstand that a good ties a few days a month or night’s sleep is a necessity, more (50 percent vs. 32 per­ cent). not a luxury,” Gelula added. Compared to five years More than one-third of ago, almost as many adults adults say they snore fresay they now spend more quently, a problem reported time at work as say they more by males than females. spend less time sleeping (40 Groups likely to experience percent vs. 38 percent). frequent sleep problems More than one-third say they include those who describe work 50 hours or more a themselves as caregivers and week. This re-allocation of those with medical condi­ time and the prioritization of tions such as depression, work have a direct affect on diabetes, hypertension, heart sleep: those who work more disease, nighttime heartsleep less. They also experi- bum, cancer, and/or arthrience more insomnia than tis. People with these health those who spend fewer hours conditions report high inci­ dences of insomnia, and working. The NSF poll found one sleep disorders such as sleep in five adults is so sleepy apnea, and restless legs syn­ during the day it interferes drome. Television is the ’most with daily activities a few days a week or more; most popular bedtime ritual for say they are likely to accept America’s adults with a vast their sleepiness and keep majority spending the hour going, apparently disregard­ ing its effects. Adults say they y spend p less time involved in leisure and Advertise yom social activities, having sex, and sleeping compared to five years ago. However, if "'ressed for time, about onequarter of respondents say they would most likely give up leisure activities. About one-third say they would least likely give up job-relat­ ed work, and nearly onequarter would least likely give up sleep. Bedrooms are not only getting less use for sleep. t More than one-half of America’s adults report spending less time having sex than five years ago. One-quarter of those who say they have sex less than once a week report having more daytime sleepiness garage sale in the Maple Valley News andreach ZOOOareau homes. Call 11945-9554 todayieryour We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. (517) 726-0088 TWIN CITY FOODS 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. & ® & Pet Groo Grooming before bedtime glued to the tube at least a few nights a week. More than one-quar­ ter of adults say TV helps them fall asleep. Call 945-9554 for classifieds Professional Grooming ofAU Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer WATER QUALITY REPORT for the VILLAGE of VERMONTVILLE June 2001 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village of Vermontville, Michigan, for the cal­ endar year 2000. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water that we provided to you in 2000. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it com com-­ pares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. Your water comes from 3 groundwater wells located at 159 Third St. The wells are in an aquifer about 180 feet deep in gravel pack. The Village of Vermontville has a State approved Wellhead Pro­ tection Program (WHP). The company of Fleis and VandenBrink did the work on the program to get it approved with the State. We have a citizen advisory panel composed of citizens, Council Mem­ bers, Township, and County Officials. • Contaminants and their presence in water: Drinking Water, including bottled water, may rea­ sonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). • Vulnerability of sub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general populations. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, peo­ ple with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems disorders, some elderly, and infants can be par­ ticularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of in­ fection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drink­ ing Water Hotline (800-426-4791). • Sources of Drinking Water: The Sources of drinking water (both tap and bottled water) in­ clude rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally oc­ curring mineral. In some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. • Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treat­ ment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas pro­ duction, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture and residential uses. • Radioactive contaminants, which are naturally occurring. •Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that provide the same protection for public health. Water Quality Data The table below lists all the drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 2000 cal­ endar year. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 - December 31,2000. The State allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary sig­ nificantly from year to year. All of the data is representative of the water quality, but some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used below: • Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLGs): The level of a contaminant in drinking water be­ low which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. • Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drink­ ing water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. • N/A: Not applicable ND: Not detectable at testing limit ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter pCi/l: picocuries per liter (a measure of radia­ tion). • Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant that, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must follow. Contaminant MCL MCLG Arsenic 50 ppb None Barium 2 ppm 2 ppm Fluoride 4 ppm 4 ppm Unregulated Contaminant Sulfate N/A N/A Typical Source of Sample Violation Contaminant Y/N Date N Erosion of natural deposits Aug. 2000 orchards, glass N Discharge of Drilling wastes & 0.22 ppm Aug. 2000 erosion of natural deposits N Erosion of natural deposits 0.2 ppm Aug. 2000 aluminum & fertilizer factories Our Water 3 ppb 38 ppm Aug. 2000 N Erosion of natural deposits Number of Samples Over Sample Our Date Water(‘) Action Level 0 July 2000 2 ppb Lead 15 ppb 0 July 2000 0 ppm Copper 1.3 ppm (*) 90 per cent of samples at or below this level The State allows us to monitor for some contaminants less than once per year because the con­ centrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of our data, though representa­ tive, is more than one year old. Unregulated contaminant monitoring helps EPA to determine where certain contaminants occur and whether it needs to regulate those contaminants. Is our water system meeting other rules that govern our operations? The State and EPA require us to test our water on a regular basis to ensure its safety. We met all the monitoring and reporting requirements for 2000. We are committed to providing you safe, reliable, and healthy water. We are pleased to provide you with this information to keep you fully informed about your water. We will be updating this re­ port annually, and will also keep you informed of any problems that may occur throughout the year, as they may happen. For more information about your water, or the contents of this report, contact Tony Wawiernia at the Village Garage or call 726-1444. Contaminant SUMMER JOBS & & Action level 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. June 19, 2001 - Page 10 Deputy dragged by fleeingsuspect School’s out for summer Ashley Rodriguez and Page Semrau pass out candy to celebrate the last day of school. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products - Richard J. Ewing ~ A deputy's duty weapon and two-way radio were damaged when she was dragged 20 feet by a Nashville man who even­ tually escaped her custody during an arrest attempt on M-66 near Guy Road June 6 in Maple Grove Town­ ship. Deputy Janette Shaffer reported that she had stopped a car driven by Nathan Allyn Glass, 20, of Nashville and was placing him under arrest on an out­ standing warrant when he allegedly began to resist. "After advising Glass he was under arrest, I at­ tempted to gain physical custody," Shaffer reported. "After turning Glass around and attempting to place him in handcuffs, Glass turned to run and while at­ tempting to regain control, I grabbed him around the waist." Glass allegedly contin­ ued to turn and Shaffer fell to the ground while con­ tinuing to hold his shirt. "Glass dragged me down the driveway about 20 feet," she reported. Glass broke free when the shirt tore and after a short chase, Shaffer re­ turned to her patrol car to call for backup because there was a passenger in Glass' car still at the scene of the traffic stop. Inside his car, Shaffer SS Outdoors Tommy Docks • Easy to assemble. • Easy to take down. • Gray polyester ure­ thane powder coated hardware. • 1-1/4 galvanized pipe legs, stronger, lighter and more rust pro­ tection than standard galvanized pipe. Let us custom design oneforyou! found 31 packages of Thunder Bomb fireworks and the passenger said the two had smoked a joint prior to the traffic stop. Glass later turned him­ self in to the police and he was arraigned on one felony count of resisting and obstructing, one count of possessing illegal fire­ works, one count of escap­ ing lawful custody and possession of marijuana. Athletic Boosters plan first annual golf outing July 14 The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters first annual golf outing will be held at Mulberry Fore July 14. The four-person scramble will have a shotgun start at 2:30 p.m. A $50 fee per person includes greens fees (18 holes), dinner and a cart. All proceeds will go to benefit the student-athletes at Maple Valley junior andsenior high schools. The outing will include door prizes, goody bags, a 50/50 drawing, a putting contest, longest drive contest and closest to the pin contest. Make checks payable to Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. Send payment to the boosters c/o Maple Valley High School; 11090 Nashville Highway; Vermontville, MI 49096. First place team receives $200, second place $140, third place $100 and fifth place $40. Refreshments will be available. Any questions, call Mike Sparks at 852-9275 or Tad Davis at 852-0760. • Meeting is June 20: The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters will hold its monthly meeting Wednesday, June 20 at 6 p.m. in the junior-senior high school office conference room. Lions’ Goris to play in East-West football contest Maple Valley's Eric Goris and Delton Kellogg's Bill Ferris will participate in the 21st annual Michigan High School Football Coaches Association East-West All Star Football Game Saturday, July 28 at Spartan Stadium on the Michigan State University campus. The game is expected to start at 2 p.m. Automotive Help 'Wanted 1996 CADILLAC STS: Pearl white. Only 80,000 miles. Great condition, loaded. Call (616)945-9747 or (616)948­ 5345. ROADWORK/CONSTRUCTION LABORS- TO $19/hr- Summer or all yearLots of work! Many Train! (616)949-2424 Jobline. WHEEL CHAIR EQUIPPED Van for sale. Call after 4pm, (616)367-4646. Fann AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Subscribe to Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Locus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia, (616)698­ 1030. Open M-F 9:00am5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. Pre-game announcements and introductions will start at 1:45 p.m. Tickets are $5 pre-sale or $8 at the gate. Tickets can be ordered by sending a stamped-addressed envelop with your order (make checks payable to M.H.S.F.C.A.) to Mr. Jim Clawson, All Star Ticket Chairman, 21681 Thorofare, Grosse He, MI 48138. Goris is a 6-3, 220-pound guard who played for coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's Lions' team. Ferris is 5-11, 281-pound lineman who played for coach Rob Heethuis' Panthers' squad. Reminder! Maple valley Basketball Camp H Starts Tomorrow June 20 - 29 Wed. - Fri. - 1st Week Mon. - Fri. - 2nd Week 9 am -12 pm High School cobb the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barty County. Call 945-9554. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” VVell Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �Looking For a PRINTER! full service from start to finish Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! Letterheads • Folders Business Cards • Books Annual Reports • Stickers Brochures • invitations Flyers • Labels • Tags Posters • Envelopes Political Signs • Tickets Rubber Stamps • Balloons Business Forms • Calendars Newsletters Computer Forms • catalogs F -HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hetstings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. Broadway in the BARM! Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ----------------------1 Hour or Next Day Processing-------------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 545-4041 Fax (517) 545-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 19, 2001 - Page 12 ‘Blast from the Past’ sequel is July 28 day afternoon and evening, July 28, at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. Party organizer Tammy (Sargent) Aspinal again is putting together what she promises to be an after­ noon and evening of great times with old friends. "I know that a lot of you are wondering if there will Members of the Maple Valley High School Class of 1976 still may be recu­ perating from the "Blast from the Past" 20-year re­ union five years ago, but the 25th-year edition is coming up this summer. Organizers are getting things together for the 25th year class reunion Satur- Call945-9554for Uaple Valley Hems MTION-Ms! ever be another party like the one we celebrated to mark 20 years," she said. "Our friends at Mulberry Fore have offered to host the sequel to 'Blast from the Past' and you don't want to miss this party." Festivities begin at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at the golf course. The day's activities will include golf, dinner and an evening of entertainment. Tee-off time for the nine-hole round is 4 p.m. "No need to worry if you're not a real pro," Aspinal said. "Those who at­ tended our last class re­ union can attest to the im­ portance of having a good time rather than finding out whether you're good Tiiiriwii Organizers are getting things together for the 25th year class reunion Saturday afternoon and evening, July 28, or the Maple Valley Class of 1976 at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. I lint side with! ARMSTRONG buiuincost enough to make the senior tour in a few years." Golf will be followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m., prizes and entertainment for the remainder of the evening. "We're keeping the en­ tertainment a secret at this point," she said. "But I promise that you will all have a good time." The cost for attending this "Blast from the Past" is $55 per couple, or $30 for singles. Fees are due along with a registration and completed question­ naire prior to July 1. "We sent out registration forms and instructions to everyone we had addresses for," said Aspinal. "Any­ body who has not received a form or has misplaced it should call me as soon as ■ SAVINGS WITH AIRCONDITIONER &COPPERTUBING 5-YEAR LIMITED PARTS WARRANTY 10-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON HEAVY DUTY SCROLL COMPRESSOR (SO0U (MMBSOf WMUHfiSSJ FROST HEATING & COOLING, INC. Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Select Ham burger rA Chicken Leg Quarters Sirloin I.SSSmSSSSSSSSSSSSSS£SSSSSS^SSSSSS r Reg. & Light, Kraft Philadelphia \ Cream \Cheese Asst. 2-ply Parade I Can't Believe it's Not Butter Paper Towels Cheese All Varieties Gerber . SSSSSSSSSSSSS£X£SSSSSX£SSSS©. Assorted JiCCv Betty Crocker Brownie Canned 2nd Foods vegs. Baby FOodVWMxes Mix 60* 99* 8 oz. All Varieties Parade 89' : All Varieties Del Monte All 1-lb. Varieties Picnic Hams . . 1 gallon Bareman’s 99* 42* each 16 oz. Bareman’s Cottage Milk Cheese 2?6 12 roll pkg. Charmin Chips Ahoy! Bath Tissue Cookies for Many More Great Deals! xsssxssss Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 don, Debbie Purchis, Tammy Pifer, Tim Beacher, Debbie Arm­ strong, Joel Bennett, Kathy Blossom, Robert Hughes, Valarie Loomis, Scott Schantz and Craig Sebrell. Aspinal said, "Maybe you know where some of these people are hiding and can help us locate them in time to help us celebrate 25 years." There is a reward for any classmate who success­ fully locates one of the missing in action and gets them to the reunion. The reward will be presented following reunion dinner. Aspinal can reached at (517) 726-1233 for regis­ tration forms, RSVPs or for more information. Maple Valley Little League “^Baseball & Softball Association would like to let everyone know the league teams and where they will be playing thru the month of June 2001. T-Ball (Co-Ed) - Tuesdays & Thursdays Water Tower Field, Vermontville Teams are: Citizens Elevtor . Kent Oil & Propane M-66 Tire Vermontville Hardware Hickey Electric Mace Pharmacy Ron & Mary’s Tick Tock Wheeler's Marine Pee Wee Boys - Mondays & Wednesdays Fuller St. Fields, Nashville Teams are: Benedict Family Maple Good Time Pizza Hometown Lumber GHardware Tai Gearhart Insurance Agency Witzel Construction Pee Wee Girls - Tuesdays & Thursday Fuller St. Fields, Nashville Teams are: Carls Supermarket Kent Oil & Propane Maple Valley Implement Trumble Agency SSSSSSSSS3SSSSXSSSSS SSSSSSSSSSSS£££S£SSSS£SS£SS££SSSS ■'Js Visit Our Store possible. Costs include green fees and a cart, complete with a six pack to get the evening started." There will be no refunds. Aspinal added that a few old classmates seem to have "fallen off the face of the earth... we have de­ clared some of our class missing in action. Maybe they have been kidnapped by aliens or have taken on new identities as part of the witness protection pro­ gram. If someone knows where they are, please help us out." The list of those missing include Randy Bellon, Gordon Morgan, Gary Hoard, Tim Treadwell, Norman Roundtree, Cliff Eaton, Richard Silkey, Ted Spoelstra, Riley Lon- E^NBX“cea% New Spring & Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 ♦ Prices good thru Saturday^ Little League Girls - Tuesdays & Thursdays Fuller St. Fields, Nashville Teams are: Eaton Federal Savings Bank MV Computer Center Vermontville Community Theatrical Group � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-06-26.pdf b6879e2e017ebe5f68ba77c99fa4b216 PDF Text Text lUSTWCmUCUBRjUW MSCMBV MMBMBMi f W/00'00 HASTINGS 121 '3 C HURCH । HASTINGS rf^PgReSRRTley? .oxl F? .1 lHpA0SUTWINGTSN, W°jUJ BL1C L1BBARV Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 26/June 26, 2001 Car show enthusiasts love their wheels by Mary McDonough J-Ad Graphics News Service If you see a woman with bright red curls driving a white Chevy Camaro, there's a way to figure out if it's Hastings resident Karen McCausey. Just look on the license plate and see if it says "KCSCMRO." The license plate stands for "KC's Camaro." KC is McCausey's nickname. McCausey was one of more than 200 car and truck owners who headed to Nashville Saturday for the first annual Classic and Antique Car Show. She went because she likes cars — particularly muscle cars that give her a sense of exhilaration when she hears the mighty roar of their engines — and because she likes the camaraderie she is able to share with fellow car enthusiasts. McCausey acquired her 1975 Camaro three years ago from a Caledonia resi- At left, Sarah Ashley of Charlotte takes a look at a 1937 peach-colored Ford Tudor owned by Gary and Sandy Cronkright of Shelbyville, dent, and since then has added chrome and aluminum trim and has also worked on the body. This Edsel was one of many classic cars visitors were able to inspect during the show. "I enjoy slowly fixing a car up," she explained. Luckily, she said, her boyfriend is a mechanic and can help out with some of the repairs. When Nick Smith of Nashville bought his 1966 Mustang from a Dimondale resident eight years ago, he was only 14 years old. His father was in the habit of taking his 1965 GTO to car shows, and Smith would frequently ac­ company him. One day as Smith and his dad were driving back from one of the shows, they spot­ ted the Mustang and eventu­ ally purchased it. Smith used a savings account his parents started in his name to pay the $2,500 cost of the vehicle. Smith undertook a "total restoration" of the Mustang that included rebuilding the engine and transmission, re­ placing the fenders and quar- Over 200 antique and classic car owners paid the $5 entry fee to participate in the show. ter panels, painting the’car, and doing some interior fix­ up work. He performed 75 percent of the repairs him­ self, he said. Smith, a final assembly worker at General Motors in Lansing, now travels the car show circuit himself. A couple of years ago, he won an award in the 21 years and under category at the annual Charlton Park car show. He couldn't attend last Sunday's Charlton Park car show, he said. But McCausey said she was planning to go. "I bet most of these cars will be there tomorrow," she said. Some of the participants, like McCausey, belong to car clubs in their area. McCausey is vice president of the Hastings Car Club. Nashville Car Club See car show, page 2 Vanity license plates were just a few of the added features of autos on display at the show. Vermontville Summerfest will return August 12 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville Summer­ fest will return this summer, and organizer Ron Felder hopes it will be bigger and better. The event, to be held on August 12 from 1 to 7 p.m., will feature bands, arts and crafts, ice cream socials, a car show, food and more. "It's really just a big old picnic for the whole town," said Felder. He organized the event last year, and decided to do it again after it drew rave reviews from resi­ dents. "People have come up to me and asked about having it this year, so hopefully we are trying to get even bigger." New this year will be arts and craft booths. Felder said there will be a $15 booth fee, and those interested can just show up the day of the event. "We will be having an antique car show and will be giving out awards for best of show and such," said Felder. There will be an eight dollar entry fee for the cars. Main Street will be closed down for the show, he said. "We had thirty or so cars last year and it went pretty good. It rained in the morn- ing, so we are hoping for better weather this year," he said. The local band Country Harvest will headline the event, and Felder is work­ ing on booking other bands as well. "I am talking to fire de­ partments about getting a water ball fight going," he said. Felder said local wood carver Mark Myers, who carved the Native American statue that sits in front of the hardware store will be carving a statue to raffle offduring the event. "We hope to geta pic­ ture of it, when he is fin­ ished, and put the picture in the paper before the event," said Felder. Also that day, Felder said, the museum will be open, and the historical society will have an ice cream social. "We are looking into some other things," said Felder. "I am talking to someone right now about wagon rides with mules for the kids." Felder said he needs volunteers and is looking for business' to help out and donate door prizes (which will be given away throughout the day) and with help to defray the cost of advertising. Donations can be sent to Ron Felder, P.O. Box 164, Vermontville, MI 49096. "I am also looking for people to help out passing out food and parking cars," he said. To help, Felder said, call 726-0637, and mes­ sages can be left for him there. In This Issue Maplewood playground work should start July 9 Local cyclist’s cold hampers ‘Challenge’ Man beats child with coat hanger 2001 24-Hour Challenge receives rave reviews �The Mapte Valley Hews. Nashville. Tuesday, June 26, 2001 - Page 2 show, continued from front page member Dan Kellogg, who organized the Nashville show, said Sunday's larger show at Charlton Park probably helped push up at­ tendance at the Nashville event, as did good weather. "We thought we would be happy with 100 or so cars, and we had a little over 200 register," he said. "I estimate we had crowds of anywhere from 800 to 900 people here. People liked that there was so much to do. We even had horse and buggy rides. " Kellogg said the Nashville show was held "to bring something positive to the community." Karen McCausey (left) and her mother, Virginia Alles, sit in back of McCausey's 1975 Chevy Camara. 1966 Mustang when he was 14 years old. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra This is what Nick Smith's Mustang looked like while it was undergoing a total restoration. cal people- Hometown people who will help Elementaries have website you through the details of buying insurance by Shawna Hubbarth or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice I | {trumble agency mail menu, we’re here to Insurance & Financial Services help-in good times and in bad-year after year. Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business T^LNt Probb/mfonfA, * TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Staff Writer Parents now can access school information on the web, as the Maple Valley PTO has an elementary website. Both elementaries have complete pages with class­ room pages and links, said Sherry Eldridge, who along with Maryanne Curth, cre­ ated the site and maintains it. "There are so many schools on line around the U.S. that we thought we should be online too," Eldridge explained. "We thought it would be helpful to keep families updated, and for families thinking of moving into the district they can see what the dis­ trict is all about." For Fuller Elementary, there is a "Fantastic Fuller" page, which is a newsletter written by Judy Farnsworth, the principal. Fred Davenport, principal at Maplewood, also has a page called "Maplewood Memo." The site has started hav­ ing classroom pages, and teacher pages, and links are constantly being added. There are many added features such as a calendar for the upcoming school year, which tells when things are happening and when conferences are. "Lots of teachers really like the site," she said. "It seems to be a positive thing... eventually we will be linked with the schools' website. They are still working out the kinks with that one." "We want to keep what we are doing now, and would like every teacher to have a bit on there about themselves, so that a new student starting school can log on and see what the classroom looks like and maybe see a pic­ ture of that teacher. We think this might alleviate some of the child's anxi­ ety." The site can be viewed at www.mvpto.org. Business Services DELIVERING SAND, TOP dirt, fill, stones, call (616)948­ 2909. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOFING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School....... Sunday: A M. Worship ......... Evening Worship ... Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...... 10 a m. ..11a.m. ... 6 p.m. p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer 01 Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School.... Morning Worship.. Evening Worship... Wednesday Family Night Service ... 9 45 a.m. .... 11 a.m. ............... 6 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Church School .................... 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship ........ Wednesday Evening: Worship .................... 9:45 a.m. a m. 6 p.m. REV ALAN METTLER 7 p.m. Sunday School................................ 10 A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service .............................. 6 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Tim Adult Class....... PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN PASTOR RANDY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service................. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m Sunday Schoo ... 11:15 a.m REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship................................. 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE ...9:30 a.m. ......10 am ..10:30 a.m. .......... 10:50 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 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School.................... 9:45 A.M. Service ............................ 11 P.M. Service .............................. 7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Fellowship Time After Worship 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 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday Schoo Worship........... ..10 a.m. ..11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass ................. 9:30 a.m. VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................ Worship Service ............ Sunday Evening Service Wed. Evening Service... AWAN 7-8:30 ......... 9:45 .... 11 a.m. 6 p.m. ..... 7 p.m. p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..................... 10 a.m. Church Service..................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a m. Morning Prayer am Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Huawick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �Maplewood playground work should start July 9 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Excavation starts on the new Maplewood play­ ground Monday, July 9, said Fred Davenport, Maplewood Principal. "We have gotten infor­ mation that excavation will start them and the week after, hopefully, the playground equipment will be installed," he said. The playground will go in after months of plan­ ning, and the approval from the school board at Mays school board meet­ ing. Playground equipment from the existing grounds has been donated to the Vermontville GFWC enjoys Mystery Night The General Federation of Women’s Clubs Vermont­ ville recently held a “Ver­ montville Mystery Night.” Leading the caravan of cars were club member Joyce Rathbum and Lois Siple, organizers of the event, with packed cars of members and guests heading northeast to an evening of dinner and entertainment. Members and guests boarded the Princess Cruise Liner at the Island Park in Grand Ledge for dinner and cruising up and down the Grand River, allowed plenty of time for chanting among HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills A ,2Se Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View members, as well as viewing the sites along the way. After the cruise, members and guests were seated at a special roped off section to view the Mudges’ Follies on the Island Park. Master of Ceremonies Roger Lavengood welcomed the GFWC Vermontville Club for the evening event. The theme was “Follies’ Favorites” from the past 11 years. At the end ofthe show was the patriotic finale, which recognized all members ofthe armed forces, and included a medley of service songs that the audience par­ ticipated in. The next general club meeting will be Sept. 10 at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Call Mary Fisher, president at 726-0670. The club welcomes all women from the local and surrounding areas potential new members. Vermontville Lions Park, and now resides there. "Our hopes are to have it finished by the end of July," said Davenport. He said people are wel­ come to stop by and take a look at the new playground after it is completed. Davenport said he is also seeking volunteers to help spread safety surfac­ ing (wood chips) after the equipment is put in. For further information on how to volunteer, go to the schools website at wwwmvpto.org. Soon this old equipment on the Maplewood playground will be taken out and all new will be installed. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport said the new playground should be in by the end of July. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to assume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 DR DOLITTLE 2 __________EDDIE MURPHY SHOWTIMES 6/26 - 6/28 ODR. DOLITTLE 2 (PG) D1BITAL/STA0IUM SEATING 11:50, 2:30, 4:30, 7:20, 9:30 O ATLANTIS (PG)) DICITAL/STAOIUM SEATING I: 00,3:00,5:00,7:10,9:10 O LARA CROFT: TOMS RAIDER (PG-13) I1: 30, 1:40, 4:00, 7:00, 9:00 SWORDFISH (R) 4:20, 9:20 THE ANIMAL (PG-13) 11:40,2:10,7:30 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad @ Hastings 4 w 1 B WWW.GQTI.COM 1 B ■ ■ ■ ■ a . „ ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461_____________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 YOU'LL LOVE OUR HOME MORTGAGE PLANS... Purchase, construction, home equity, home improvement or investment. We have a plan for you and a promise too. We'll service your loan right here at Eaton Federal. We love this town, that's why we ask you to check with us before you make a mortgage decision. Sidewalk! Cafe For delicious... Eaton Federal Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp • ^ush & Chicken Baskets Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN Bank Tues. • Thurs. 11 a.m. ■ 9 p.m.; Friday, Saturday 11 a.m. ■ 10 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. • 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street r lots ofparking in back - Lookfor Green Door ood Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, MI 517-852-9320 EQUAL HOUSING FDIC: INSURED LENDER FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 OFFICE HOURS: Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Olivet-749-2811 Saturday 9-Noon Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 26, 2001 - Page 4 Maple Valley High School honor roll announced 12th Grade Jason Abfalter, ’Christian Allwardt, Abby Aspinall, *Deah Beardslee, ’Nicolo Bianchi, ’Brian Burt, Marc Bush, Daniel Callton, ’Ja­ son Carrigan, ’Jennifer Cle­ ments, Jacob Cole, Christy Cook, ’Tatiana Danchenko, Dacia Davis, Amy Dawson, Davis Drumm, Meghann Dunham,, Gordon Durecka, Andy Ewing, Nicole Fur­ long, Amanda Glass, ’Sean Godbey, ’Eric Goris, ’Michael Hamilton li, Clay Huff, Karla Hughes, ’Jess­ ica Hummel, Luis Iribe, Joann Jackson, ’Rosemary Jarrard, ’Carissa Keasler, Matthew Keeler, Patrick Kenyon, ’Travis Kersjes, ’Timothy Kienutske, ’Kyle Lackscheide, ’Kristina Lamb, ’Jennifer Mansfield, Victor Martin, Heather Mccrimmon, ’Gwen Mc- Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads! Dougal, Levi McIntire, Mead, Kenny Kenith Mitchell, Nicole Myers, Waka Nagamori, Amber Newton, ’Torri Newton, Jason ’Mai Nguyen, Philipp, Jessica Pierce, Joshua Pierce, Nick Pierce, Christina Racine, Gregory Rathbum, Amy Reid, ♦ Michael Reid, ’Jeff Rhoades, Christopher Ripley, Amanda Robins, Jenny Rugg, Tim Rumsey, ’Dana Seitier, ’Randy Silsbee, ’Troy Sloan, Fawn Smith, ’Chad Spears, ’Carly Spitzley, ’Kristen Sprague, ♦Trent Swift, ’Matthew Thome, Chinh Ton, ’Casey Vanengen, ’Selena Ann Vaughan , Jared Volz, ’Adam Watson, ’Timothy Wawiemia, Nichole Wick­ wire, ’Corey Williams, Erin Wolfe, Brian Woodman, Jennie Wyant, Jamie Wyble Lacy Wyble. 11th Grade ’Bethany Adams, Devon Augustine, Jessica Chaffee, Amanda Cook, Sarah Cook Diana ’s Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Owner Diana Kuempel 17-852-9481 Shelbi Cousins, ’Samantha Curtis, Miranda Farr, Paul Felder, Ashley Fox, Isaac Franco, Jake Goodner, Jason Graham, Hillary Grant, ’Rebecca Guernsey, *Cassaundra Hager, Christopher Halliwill, Kenneth Hayes, James Henry, Michael Hill, Michael Himeiss, Raymond Hole, Brandon Hopkins, ♦Christina Jackson, Nikki James, ’Nathaniel Jarvie, Jovanna Jones, ’Nicholas Jones, Lacey Keyes, Andrew Krolik, Megan McCauley, Lisa McElroy, Derek Mus­ ser, Brandy Ojala, ’Rod­ rigo Palma, John Parish, Allison Phenix, Devin Phillips, Melinda Powers, Russell Rhodes, Jessica Kevin Ripley, Ripley, Rebecca Scripter, Bryan Smith, ’Amber Strickland, Michael Strong, ’Lizzie Sundrla, Brian Swan, ’Beth­ any Swift, John Terberg, ’Darin Thrun, Christy Todd, Alesia Vanengen, Eric Vedder, ’Camille Wieland, ’Jeremy Wiser. 10th Grade Samantha Allen, ’Owen Blakely, ’Rachel Branden­ burg, Brandon Brooke, Matthew Brumm, ’Rebecca Bumford, ’Jason Campbell, Randy Chase, ’Katie Clark, ’Holly Clouse, Hannah Cole, ’Andrew Cook, ’Jess­ ica Cowell, ’Chad Croff, ’Brenda Dayton, Janelie Decker, ’Jonathan Denton, ’Rachelle Drollette, Bryan Dunlap, Jennifer Dunn, Jer- RESIDENTIAL PLAYGROUNDS (Slring*&SBdt ---- —-------- select • Safety • Quality Durability Value Selection Product Innovation 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 www. hometownlumber, com Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 emy Dunn, Nicole Edinger, Kari Emerick, ’Austin Fassett, ’Elizabeth Favre, ’Hol­ ly Forest, Anthony Gam, Eva Gilbert, Mandy Gildner, ’Taran Godbey, ’Ashley Gordeneer, Jennifer Grant, ’Jessie Grant, Josh Grasman, Ryan Grider, ’Stacey Hamilton, ’Cole Hansbarger, Cashel Harp, Christina Harris, James Himeiss, Danielle Hulsebos, Timothy Hyatt, Travis Irish, Jamie Jones, ’Andrew Kenyon, ’Britt Leonard, ’Elizabeth Lincoln, ’Jessica Mansfield, ’Samantha Mater, ’Shaina May, Dustin McKelvey, ’Mindy McKelvey, ’Collin McLean, Nicole McMillon, ’Michael Mead, ’Timothy Miller, ’Beth Mulvany, Aubrey Murphy, Nickalus Newton, ’ Melissa Nisse, ’Sarah Perry, Jena Peters, ’Jennie Pettengill,, *Meaghan Pierce, Chad Powers, ’Karla Rasey, ’Dawn Rhoades, Krystal Root, Kaylene Rutledge, Brandon Schantz, ’Amanda Scramlin, Trisha Sears, Shanna Shoemaker, ’Michelle Sils­ bee, Michael Sleeper, Cam­ eron Smith, Eric Smith, Kate Spears, Benjamin Swan, Jeffrey Taylor, Micah Tobias, Brieann Treloar, Cassie Turner, Kristen Vanderhoef, ’Lindsey Vansyckle, Jessica Vendeville, ’Richard Wilson 9th Grade ’Patrick Andrews, Jerrica Ashcraft, Niesha Barnhart, ’Michael Bartlett, Laura Beardslee, Andrew Belen, Maggie Bonner, ’Chelsea Brandenburg, Dustin Brown, Patrick Bueker, Andrew Burns, ’Kathryn Carney, Deng Choi, Ashley Collier, Josh Cook, Penny Curtis, Morwel Deng, ’Joel Drallette, Shannon Duffey, Matt­ hew Dunham, Matthew Dunn, Andrea Eaton, Nick Ewing, Jeffery Fleming, Jessica Frayer, ’Lena Gale, Megan Garvey, ’Elisha Gibson, Myranda Green­ man, Tommy Griffin, Will­ iam Hager, ’Meagan Halli. will, Heather Harris, ’Jamie Hayes, Summer Hill, Kalee Huff, Kristie Huff, Joshua Hulsebos, ’Melissa Jewell, ’Stefanie Joostbems, Micah Keasler, Andrew Keeler, ’Caitlin King, Hilary Krolik, Jonathan Lentz, Steven Loveall, Mitchell Magoon, ’Kristina McCallum, Heidi McCrimmon, Allen Musser, ’Kyle Musser, ’Christi O'Dell, ’Ben Owens, Dale Platte, ’*Dustin Dustin IPowers, Meaganr Putnam, Nate Racine, Dawn Raymond, Becky Reid, Joshua Rice, ’Derek Ripley, Chayla Robles, Mark Rodriguez, ’Nicole Rucinski, Daniel Sealy, ’Scott Setchfield, Mark Shoemaker Jr, Ben Smith, Valerie Smith, Josh Swift, Rachelle Swift, ’Am­ ber Terberg, Andrew Thomason, Andrea Thornton, Sarah Todd, Ashley Trumble, Ty Vanalstine, ’Muriel Wieland, Brett Williams, ’Kelly Wilson, Laci Wolever Cortnee Wyskowski. 8th Grade Melissa Bauer, Sadie Blod­ gett, ’Benjamin Boss, Jeff­ rey Bowman Jr., Lance Burpee, Elizabeth Clements, ’Samantha Cowell, Todd Cupp, Rochelle Currier, Joseph Desrochers, ’Krista Driksna, ’Dustin Drumm, ’Katie Eldred, ’Jessica Elli­ son, Kelsey Elliston, Kortney Ewing, ’Kevin Fassett, ’Kelly Fox, ’Andrew Gaber, ’Tara Gordenski, Nicholas Grant, ’Lisa Hamilton, Stephanie Hoffman, Kristen Hole, Daniel Hough, ’Erin Hummel, ’Dustin Jones, Kalisha Jones, ’Amanda Ketchum, Jessica Lawless, Akok Malek, Jessica Mc­ Millen, ’Amanda Mead, ’Kristin Dustin Mead, Brandon MontMead, gomery, Ryan Moore, Jesse Page, Bethann Platte, Amber Primm, ’Michael Rhodes, ’Tessa Robles, ’Kyndra Root, Amanda Rumsey, Matthew Scramlin, David Shaver li, Kailey Smith, ’Nathanael Smith, Amy Strickland, Andrea Szyman­ ski, Shawna Tevelde, ’Tif­ fany Thomas, Levi Treloar, ’Laura Trumble, Ryan Van­ Zandt, ’Chase Walden, Carmen Wells, Nichole Whelpley, ’Lacey Wiser. 7th Grade Fawn Allwardt, Levi Andler, Josh Bursley, Andrea Cobb, *Andi Cohoon,. *Stacie Cook, Nicholas Croff, Brent Cummings, *Jenna Denton, Amber Edinger, ’Jennifer Ellison, Janelie Farnum, Shamarr Gearhart, Matthew Gordeneer, Randa Hanes, Chasity Hester, Christopher Hoffman, Andrea Jarvie, Meghan Keasler, Drew Kersjes, Lindsey Kersjes, ’Amanda Kirchhoff, Keith Lackscheide, Daniel Laverty Nickolas Litos, Amber Lund Aaron Myers, Adam Myers, Mindy Newton, Mickenzie Nighbert, ’Allison Oleson, Sara Pash, Leanne Paxton, Stephen Perry, Samantha Pierce, Norman Porter, Brooklyn Primm, Lynzie Rigelman, Ashley Samann, Jason Sanders, Shane Shance, Whitney Shilton, Jarrod Thomason, *Dhanielle Tobias, ’Sarah Trumble, ’Sarah Vanderhoef, ’Garrett Vanengen, James Voelker, ’Brandi Walden, Lacey Ward, Cortney War­ ner, ’Rebekah Welch, ’Zeke Wieland, ’Salena Woodman, Amanda Wright, Harvey Wyskowski lii, Jamie Young. Verna Mae (Woodbury) Frederick VERMONTVILLE - Ver­ na Mae (Woodbury) Fred­ erick, age 95, of Ver­ montville died Monday, June 18, 2001 at Robinson’s Adult Foster Care in Charlotte. Mrs. Frederick was born on Oct. 27, 1905 in Eaton Township, the daughter of Archie and Lillian (Bur­ rows) Wonser. She was raised in the Charlotte area and attended Santee School and Charlotte High School. She was married to Oswell Woodbury on Aug. 24, 1933. She and Oswell owned/ operated a gas station/store in Rosebush, MI, then moved to a farm in Ver­ montville after 1951. She was a member of the United Methodist Church at Gresham, Vermontville Sun­ shine Club, Senior Clubs of Battle Creek and attended Nashville Baptist Church. She enjoyed knitting, cro­ cheting, crafting, gardening and was involved in Eaton County 4-H. Mrs. Frederick is survived by sons, Boyd (Barb) Wood­ bury of Potterville, MI, Lester (Norma) Woodbury of Vermontville, MI, and Wayne (Mary) Woodbury of Delta Junction, Alaska; daughter, Phyllis (Edgar) Smith of Charlotte, MI; sis­ ter, Edith (Donald) Hale of Charlotte, MI; sister-in-law, Virginia Wonser of Char­ lotte, MI; 10 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; sev­ eral nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, Archie and Lillian (Burrows) Wonser; husbands, Oswell “Ossie” Woodbury, Deo Frederick; brother, Pearl Wonser; sis­ ter-in-law, Luella Wonser; brother, Robert Wonser; sis­ ter, Mildred David Smith; brothers-in-law, Frank David, Harold Smith. Services were held Thurs­ day, June 21, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Pastor Lester DeGroot offi­ ciating. Burial was at Center Eaton Cemetery, Charlotte, Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton County Hospice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Betty Jean Livingston DANSVILLE, MI - Betty Jean Livingston, age 70, died Saturday, June 16,2001 at the Mercy Medical Facility in Daphne, Ala. She was a native of Dansville, MI and a resident of Summerdale, AL. Mrs. Livingston is sur­ vived by four daughters, Wanda Kay (Steve) Lahr of Duck Lake, MI, Janet Lee Kruskamp of Clair, MI, Dawn Annette (James) Collier of Sumerdale, AL, April Gay Livingston of Robertsdale, AL; fourr sons, Robert L.V. Livingston of Hastings, MI, Melvin W. (Beth) Gleason ofDansville, MI, Olin Edmund Gleason of Colorado Springs, Co., Timothy D. Livingston of Foley, AL, two sisters, Martha Garred of Jackson, MI, Jessie Hollister of Jackson, MI and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Graveside services were Friday, June 22nd at Center Eaton Cemetery, Charlotte, Michigan. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, MI. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, June 26, 2001 - Page 5 Michigan Colt Stakes set at Lake Odessa Fair Kids are already enjoying shooting the hoops in the Lion's Park in Vermontville. Two hoops installed at Vermontville park by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer tefaitlfe ‘ K fflfaiilKflm eia tahjlailai wttapratAiitBt M lu(Snm|fa id io Ig^MDs' Ite Wsyfett . InfclrtO The basketball hoops have been put in at the Vermontville Lions' park in Vermontville, and al­ ready kids are enjoying them. The Lions Club has been working on the park for a couple of years. They had originally planned to do a basketball court/ice rink combination for summer and winter, but the rink probably will not be hap­ pening any more, said Mike Visger. Two hoops have been put up on the concrete slab, and that now gives area residents a place to play basketball. "It is something for the kids to have a place to play and stay occupied." The cement was poured last fall, he said, and the hoops have been up for two weeks. The Lions Club purchased the hoops and back boards for the park. The Lions park also has aquired playground equip­ ment for the park from Maplewood's old play­ ground. This provides ac- „ Stni'S®^' S» tfeyM^ jjrf pistotlS^’/' jkd iti. EiwCrtt00”” ®-tt* Me^ < ®K niy^" 1Bn (M* j jod- HMS Hi#** Li wr% Some of the Lion’s Club members stand next to the new basketball hoop recently put up in the park. . , J Habitat for Humanity Quilt X Qa°sNS: ▼ IIBiiii |f |fr 9 < 9 9 9 9 ™ 9 9 9 can be seen at... J nJ jji<1/ <1/ jjai 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 __ OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5.30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5 30 pm 0. | Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station V V i <0* 3: The Dog House & Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands _____Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request - Now Offering Pickup and Dn.ivr.RV Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Groomer Vermontville, MI 49096 g Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also lso Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Servic Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES A MLS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available HIGH ON A HILL COUNTRY HOME ON 1.8 ACRE 99\ 9< 9<«9$«9«v*<« 999 HL Wednesday, July 4: Post-time 1 p.m.; four $3,500 Michigan Colt Stakes Green Circuit races for three-year-olds. One $1,350 Overnight is also on the card. Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)...................................................................... 852-5066 We love you— Jack and Judy Quantrell (W(luWlto**l1 t1' *'■*■.■. jod-ultolt 30: July Tuesday, Post-time 1 p.m.; four $3,500 Michigan Colt Stakes Green Circuit races for two-year-olds. One Si,350 Overnight is also on the card. Phone (517) 852-1915 ■UTSS ... to our wonderful children, Debra Davis, James (Carol) Quantrell, Kay (Andy) Clarke, John (Deb) Parish, Connie (Russ) Jolly, Jeffrey (Lisa) Parish, Brent (Vicky) Mallo and Todd Parish for the lovely family dinner and the beautiful cake for our 25th anniversary. To all our grandchildren ach one of you are very special. To our wonderful friends, Tink & Shirley Henry, for the great entertainment and the special song. To our wonderful friends who sent cards, stopped by to say “hi,” or called. Each and every one of you made it a day that we will always cherish. till June for two-year-olds. Two S 1,350 races for local horses, called Overnights, are also on the card. Sunday, July 1: Post­ time 1 p.m.; six $1,350 Overnights are on the card. Monday, July 2: Post­ time 1 p.m.; four $5,500 Michigan Colt Stakes Gold Circuit races for three-yearolds. Two $1,350 Overnights are also on tap. MAPLE VALLEY Real 227Estate N MA|N ST NASHV|LLE 'Thankyou 'Trom OurJfearls * tte biklfcto fa SlWNtt ilb- teta-fc !® ft Saturday, Post-time 1 p.m.; four $5,500 Michigan Colt Stakes Gold Circuit races 9<P4P9<NP<P994MP99<<<4W4P94P «rf ta*kW»fc® The Lake Odessa Fair will feature a rich series of harness races when it presents the $84,200 Michigan Colt Stakes Saturday, June 29 through Wednesday, July 4. The Michigan Colt Stakes at the Lake Odessa Fair are part of the second week of events on the $5,000,000 Michigan Colt Stakes and Futurities Circuit for 2001. Herb Cusack is the Speed Secretary for the harness racing at the Lake Odessa Fair. He expects over 300 horses to race at Lake Odessa. Lake Odessa has featured harness racing since 1906. The complete schedule for the racing at the Lake Odessa Fair is as follows: | Tickets Available: 1^m$2 • 3^«s5 Drawing will be Aug. 25 at Summerfest n tivity for the younger chil­ dren in the community. The park now has a baseball diamond, a bat­ ting cage, a pavilion (also built by the club) and green space for area resi­ dents. Two fences will also be built behind the hoops to keep the balls from rolling into the street, he said. "It's been a long time coming," Visger said. "We've been working on it for four years." Future plans will be re­ painting the pavilion blue and gold, refurbishing the picnic tables, planting grass seed, and doing landscaping. Card ofThanks THE FAMILY OF Alice (Ma) King would like to say thank you to all those who sent cards, brought in food, flowers and hospice donations. Thanks to Carveth Village and Hos­ pice for your love and care. To Dr. Wildem and the Ma­ ple Valley Chapel for all your help and support. To Rev. Ben Herring for a won­ derful service, and to every­ one who helped in so many different ways, it was very much appreciated and will always be remembered. Karolyn Blocher and family ofAlice King h4vLil3l/yK ity6 droorn West of, ranch l road, garage 24x24 pole barn. Priced to buy at $77,50011 Call nyle today for a private showing. (CH-120) WEST OF HASTINGS!! Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997, great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring fie cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info", new Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) 'VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com GOOD OPTION FOR "O" DOWN FINANCING $51,0001! BEAUTIFUL HIGH WOODED SETTING. "COUNTRY HOME" ON 4.9 ACRES Extra wooded acre available. 3 bedroom, walkou sement ranch, decor 5&Man stefullv newer" improv ents include win­ dows, doors, carpeting roof, vinyl siding fit pump. 2-car garage plus pole barn 30x40 w/drains fit electric. Call Homer for more details. (CH-125) TWo bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (H-128) VACANT LAND BACK ON THE MARKET! SELLERS SAY WRITE ALL OFFERS!! COUNTRY HOME ON 1.4 PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED!! CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66 Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. Land contract terms!! Priced from $25,000 to $27,000!! (VL-107/112) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Hyle for more details. (VL-131) 110 ACRES nice comer location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Hashville. Cail Hyle for ail the details. (VL-130) ACRES ME OF VERMONTVILLE NEAR M-5O. GOOD LOCATION, BLACKTOP ROAD. Hewer windows, roof fie fur­ nace. Heeds some TLC on the inside. Call today for your private showing. Call nyle. (CH-106) PRICE REDUCED! NOW $17O,OOO!! BETWEEN NASHVILLE fie HASTINGS newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim throughout, central air, many updates. Pole bam 40x64. Cail Jerry. .(CH-124) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. 5 of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) NICE "COUNTRY HOME" ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call nyle. (CH-129) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 26,2001 - Page 6 Fuller fitness and reading winners announced Cindy Baker's second grade top Walk-Run-Jog finishers are Cody Brumm, with 18 miles, Brad Dalek with 16, and Lindsey Hoffman with 12. Inez Hubka's Book It, (a reading program) finishers are Jessica Cheeseman and Eric Scott. Deb Cooley's second grade Book It finishers are Kristen Iszler, Aaron Piercefield, and Dakota Gross. Deb Cooley's second grade Walk-Run-Jog top finishers are Dustin Foster, with 15 miles, Cassie DePriester with 10, and Cody Leinhart with 12. Cindy Baker's second grade Book It finishers are Cody Brumm, Brad Dalek, Charlene Harmon, Terra Bragg, and Kari Hummed. Amanda Graham's second grade top Book It finishers are Amanda Mahan, Jean Quantrell, Micah Lee, Kari Mead, and Kelsey Miller. SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor Inez Hubka's second grade top three participants in the Walk-Run-Jog fitness program are Jessica Cheeseman with 25 miles, Eric Scott with 30, and Amber Todd with 25. ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. Gerrie Long’s secondgrade top three partici­ pants in the Walk-Run-Jog fitness program are Lauren Ewing with 14 miles, Anastasia Hakenjos with 25, and Trenton Courtney with 20. TIME is on your I lint side with an BUILT-IN COST SAVINGS WITH ALUMINUM HNS & COPPER TUBING ARMSTRONG AIRCONDITIONER 5-YEAR LIMITED 10-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON HEAVY DUTY SCROLL COMPRESSOR •" PARTS WARRANTY EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Amanda Graham's second grade top three participants in Walk-Run-Jog are Mark Wehr with 23 miles, Robbie Sebastian with 24 miles, and Ian Winegar with 22 miles. COMMISSION ON AGING MENU Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, June 27 Roast beef, mashed pot w/gravy, squash, dinner roll, cookie. Thursday, June 28 isoManftBUimauinaes) Chicken Parmesan, Italian blend, pasta, Brussel sprouts, lemon bars. Friday, June 29 FROST HEATING & COOLING, INC Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 AMR StMrtngSlh TyoR u caOn rNolyGon Liver and onions, augratin potatoes, glazed car­ rots, dinner roll, fresh orange. Events Wednesday, June Hastings, craft/nail Nashville, Bring a Friend Day; Woodland, Bring a Friend Day; Delton, Birthday Party. Thursday, June 28- Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, gone swimming. Friday, June 29 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, Hug Someone Today; Woodland, Power of Attorney. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of. • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 26, 2001 - Page 7 Local cyclist’s cold hampers‘Challenge’ effort by Shawna Hubbarth Lions Baseball Standouts... Maple Valley players selected as All-Barry County players, by the area coaches included (front row, from left to right) Mike Hirneiss, Ryan Goris, Jacob Cole, Chris Ripley; (back row) Jeff Rhoades, Travis Kersjes, Eric Goris, Mike Hamilton and Jeremy Wiser. Darin Thrun was also honored. Man beats child with coat hanger A man who threw beer into the face of a 10-yearold child, pushed her to the ground and later beat her with a coat hanger faces possible child abuse charges. Barry County Sheriffs Deputies were called to the 8000 block of South Clark Road in Nashville June 17 when the child's Woman accused of stabbing boyfriend A 34-year-old woman from Nashville who be­ came angry and accused her boyfriend of cheating on her faces possible charges of felonious as­ sault for allegedly stabbing the man in the back with a steak knife. The 42-year-old victim suffered a three-quarter inch cut to the back of his right shoulder blade. The man told deputies that he had come home from work at 3 a.m. June 9 and at 4:30 a.m., the cou­ ple began to argue. The victim and the sus­ pect had been drinking prior to the incident, deputies reported. Used Cars To Be Sold at $88 mother called 911 after the man also pushed her, called her names and be­ gan a second assault with a hanger on the child. The girl suffered marks on her forearm and com­ plained of pain and of be­ ing unable to straighten her arm. Police also reported that a friend of the family said she also saw the man strike the same girl around the waist with a lead rope used for leading horses. Charges are pending against the 64-year-old man. Garage Sale 2 GARAGE SALES: Ver­ montville. 187 Maple St., 2 family. 390 Elm St., 3 family. Sporting goods, baby clothes, toys, household, misc., tools, etc. ThursdayFriday, June 28-29, 8am5pm. Pets Help Wanted BATTLE CREEK J. Marsack, General Manager of Thomapple Motors has just announced plans to hold a used car, truck, or van sale with vehicles priced as low as $88.00 on Saturday, June 30, 2001. According to Mr. Marsack, record sales from the last few months have resulted in an overload of trade-ins. During this $88.00 sale every used car, truck and van will be offered to hundreds to thousands below the original price. All vehicles will be opened at 8:00 a.m. so that buyers can inspect the vehicles for one hour before the sale begins at 9:00 a.m. Whoever is sitting behind the wheel at 9:00 a.m. when the prices are slashed will be given the opportunity to pur­ chase the vehicle at the reduced sale price. “We want to remind everybody that this is a one day sale only. When our inventory is reduced we will return to normal operations,” Marsack said. “We would rather allow the public to buy these vehicles than wholesale them at auction.” Any questions can be directed to Thornapple Motors. Date: Saturday, June 30, 2001. Preview from 8:00 a.m. and sale starts prompt­ ly at 9:00 a.m. Lenders will be available for immediate credit ap­ proval. Aditoiial with him and love to ride, he said. "I just bought a tandem bike this year and the kids have been training with me." Curtis said he plans to tackle the challenge next year, continuing to shoot for completing the 24 hours. Wayne Curtis rode until 10:30 p.m. in the 24 Hour Challenge. said he knew he would not last the 24 hours, but wanted to ride anyway. "My family came to cheer me on at night," he said. Curtis' children train Lawn & Garden $10.00 MANPOWER of Hastings is currently seeking qualified candidates for a clerical position in the Port­ land area. Applicants must be proficient with Access, Excel and MS Word. Back­ ground with DOS helpful. Excellent data entry and phone skills required. Hours: 10:30am-7:00pm. Pay: $10.00. Interested candidates should contact MAN­ POWER today......... (616)948-3000. EOE. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chaufchauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729._______________ SPEECH THERAPIST: EA­ TON ISD is seeking Speech Therapist to provide service to students at Meadowview School. A Masters Degree in Speech Therapy is required. E.O.E., (517)5435500, ext. 1113. Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Don't worry,, KELLY 1 we won't 't tell te how old I you'll turn on June 30th Love Love ya-ya. . ! SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia, (616)698­ 1030. Open M-F 9:00am5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. Egcavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours NationalAds CHOW CHOW PUPPIES for sale, born June 9th. Call evenings, (517)852-3955. A leading Car Dealer in Battle Creek is over-stocked with used car inventory and will be selling cars and trucks for as low as $88 this Saturday, June 30, 2001. Staff Writer Local resident Wayne Way Curtis was sidelined with a cold for this year's 24 Hour Bike Challenge, but he did manage to ride until 10:30 p.m. on opening night after starting at 8 a.m. The 24-Hour Challenge gives area cycling enthu­ siasts a chance to bike through Middleville, Lake Odessa, across Nashville, around Delton and around Gun Lake, all while trying to keep going for 24 hours. The event has been tak­ ing place for 19 years, and stretches for 125 miles, which includes 4,340 feet of hills. Curtis said he planned to try to bike for the 24 hours, but had a bad cold. He did log in 206 miles, a definite improvement over last year's miles. Curtis said this spring, with the colder weather, made it not an ideal sea­ son to train. "I trained about 900 miles," he said. At the start of the chal­ lenge, with his cold, Curtis Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ Maple Valley Little League Baseball & Softball Association Would like to let everyone know that league teams and where they will be playing thru the month of June 2001. T-BALL TUES. & THURS. - WATER TOWER FIELD VERMONTVILLE Teams Aret Ron E Marys Tick Citizen Elevator Tock Vermontville Hardware Kent Oil/M-66 Tire Hickey Electric Mace Pharamcy Wheeler Marine! Pee Wee Boys Mon. & Wed. - Fuller St. Fields Nashville Teams Are: Benedict Family Maple Wetzel Construction Tai Gearhart Ins. Agency Hometown Lumber & Hardware Goodtime Pizza Pee Wee Girls Tues. & Thurs. - Fuller St. Fields « Nashville Teams Are: Carls Supermarket Kent Oil E Propane Maple Valley Implement Trumble Agency Little League Girls Ikies. & Thurs. - Fuller St. Fields - Nashville Teams Are: Eaton Federal Savings Bank Vermontville Community Theatrical Group Maple Valley Computer Center Minor Boys ’Dies. & Thurs - Behind Stored in Vermontville Teams Are: CEB Pizza Hastings City ____________Concret e Pipe_______Bank Hammel’s Body _______Shop____ Major Boys Mon. & Wed. - Behind Stored in Vermontville Teams Are: Grant’s Woodshop Westvale • Vu Dairy Sports Stuff J.H. Studio Taveling League to ,o",■ Ar“- when ,gam,es are away Pony Boys (14/15) Mon. & Wed. - Maplewood Vermontville Teams Are: Hamilton Black Dirt Meritt Tool £ Die Pony Girls (14/15) Tiies. & Thurs. - MV High School Fields Teams Is: Hamilton Excav �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 26,2001 - Page 8 2001 24-Hour Challenge receives rave reviews and do just a super job," Obermeyer said. "It is a major fund-raiser for them." Many in the 2001 field said that it was the best 24­ Hour Challenge in the 19 years of the event, thanks to the course layout and the work of people like John and Diane Obermeyer, plus others, who assisted in putting the event on in the Barry County location. The Barry County course, according to John Obermeyer, includes 4,340 feet of hills in just a 125­ mile stretch. The facilities at Thornapple Kellogg High School and the support of the school's boosters were given special thanks from the Obermeyers. Three records were shattered at the 2001 event. • Isabelle Sheardown, of Many of the partici­ Cookston, Ont., set the new pants were impressed mark in the 65-69 age class with the setup and course by going 147.4 miles. of this year’s event. Sheardown set a record last year in the same age bracket They're already making plans for next year's 24­ Hour Bike Challenge after the 2001 event drew rave reviews and gave cyclists a great course to achieve goals on throughout this area. From Middleville... through Lake Odessa... across Nashville... around Delton... and around Gun Lake (just to name a few of the spots), cyclists from all over tested their cycling skills and came away with plenty of optimistic thoughts. The event began at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 16 at Thornapple Kellogg High School on Bender Road and 'concluded at the school early (Sunday, June 17 morning. ' Thornapple Kellogg Schools' athletic boosters use the Challenge as a fund­ raiser and do a great job with their work, according to one of the event's organizers, Diane Obermeyer. "They are very hospitable The 2001 24-Hour Challenge included 467 cyclists from 25 States and other lands including Sweden. by traveling 125.1 miles. • Tom Buckley broke the age group record in the mens' 45-49 field with 472.4 miles. • And Rebecca Davis, who has also run in the Boston Marathon, broke the mark in the female 40-44 field by traveling 384.2 miles. The total miles trekked this year was 98,788.7, an average of 240.36 per cyclist. Male riders averaged 243.34 and the female norm was 220.25. Riding the most miles for males was Tom Buckley of Keokuk, Iowa. Buckley trekked 472.4. Rebecca Davis, of Mankato, Minn., rode 381.2 miles, the most by any female. The Challenge drew 467 participants, more than 90 above the 2000 field. Twenty five states were represented at the Barry County event, also a new record. The field came from all across the globe, including Mikael Henricksson from Sweden. Henrickson is the A test for the cyclists was the 4,340 feet of hills that were included in the 125­ mile stretch. <1­ Whole Loin Strip Steak N.Y. Swift Premium Roast 1 lb. pkg. Bar S Pork Hoe Dogs Steak in Case Cut & Trimmed Bareman’s 1/2% & g|(jm Milk MH.KJ All Varieties | K16 roa z- ft Pebbles, Fruity Pebbles Dressings Asst. Flavors Bareman's IlCmna Crunch, Cocoa Pebbles, Country Maid Post Cereals 12 oz. Kraft IW American Orange Cheese Juice Cream Singles gal. Cole’s All Varieties Imperial Margarine All Vars., 8 oz. Twin Pops 'XX 20th overall, traveling 244 miles. She was the winner of the female 18-24 age division. Jim Wilson of Hickory Corners was 40th overall for males with 344.5 miles. Hastings' Michael O'Donnell competed in his 17th 24-Hour Challenge and now has totaled 38,000 miles in the event. The event honors a Most Improved Rider for both females and males. The female winner was Nancy Guth, while the male winner was Tom Trout of Wyoming. Calendar of Events MSU Extension Office June 26 Fair Superintendents Mtg., 7 p.m. at Expo Center. June 28 Goat Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds. *Must show TB papers. June 30 Poultry Rate of Gain - weigh in 2 p.m., Expo Center. July 5 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. July 7 Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. July 9 Horse Developmental Committee Mtg., 7 p.m., Expo Center. Poultry Cage Set-Up, 5 p.m., Expo Center. July 10 Beef Carcass Live Evaluation, 7 p.m., Dave Deidl’s Farm. July 12 Goat Bam set-up, 7 p.m., Expo Center. July 14 Non-Livestock judging, 9 a.m., Expo Center. Beef & Lamb Carcass Evaluation, 9 a.m., Geukes Market. 4-H Scholarship Fundraiser, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (hot dog, chips, drink for $2.50), fairgrounds Rabbit & Cavy check-in, 4 p.m., Rabbit Bam. July 15 Poultry Show, 10 a.m., Show Arena. Rabbit & Cavy Show, I p.m., Show Arena. Pocket Pet Show, 2 p.m., Show Arena. Youth Cattle and Goat check-in 2-7 p.m. 7 p.m. All Youth Exhibits must be checked into the fair. July 15-21 Fair Week Reg. & Sugar Free Kraft Garlic Bread, Breadsticks, Barbecue Jell-0 Brand Gelatin Z Texas Toast Sauce Cobb All 8 oz. Varieties Kraft cool whip Grated Cheese it Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2’’, 5” \yell Drilling & Repair s Richard Cobb • David Cobb qt SStSSSSSSSSSSSSS Ice Castle Assorted 4 significant other of Nancy Black from Hastings. He finished 40th overall with' a total of 360.7 miles. Black was second in her age group (40-45) and third overall for females with a total of 342.4 miles. Black is a past champion of the 24-Hour Challenge. Stephanie Walbridge of Hickory Corners was sixth overall for females with a total of 328.3 miles. Sarah Flegel of Caledonia and a former runner on the Fighting Scots' state champion cross country team and track squad, was Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 We Now Accept EBT Bridge Card New ew Spring prng & Summer ummer Store ore Hours: ours: M-F - 9:00-8:30; :-:;at.:-:; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. un. Noon-6:00 oon-: • Prices rcesgoo good thru ru Saturday^ auray 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-07-03.pdf 6b771b95b298f54e08d971341e8598fa PDF Text Text STH HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY/ Us POSTAGE 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49CM-1891 / ^S77/yGe u, Published^yThA Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 27/July 3, 2001 Nashville council discusses burned homes ordinance issues by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville property owner Jeff Beebe showed up at last Thursday's Village Council meeting to discuss two ordinance violations related to burned out build­ ings. The council had recently sent out several ordinance violations, asking for a time line of clean up, or other course of action. Beebe said the proper­ ties of were secured and he asked for clarification about them being a health hazard. "How am I in violation at this time?" he asked. "Well, it came from a neighbor's complaint," said Councilman Frank Dun- ham. "The window's out, the door open... (I think they) were afraid some­ thing could happen if someone got in there." Both of his properties concern burned out struc­ tures. "Well the window is in and the door is locked... is it now taken care of?" Beebe asked. "As long as it is in com­ pliance and is secured and is a sound structure, it is," Dunham replied. Council President Car­ roll Wolff asked about kids accessing the house. "If someone wants to break a window I can't help that," Beebe said. "I will replace them when they are broken out... and there are future plans to improve the property." The other property in question was tied up in court, Beebe said, and ownership of the burned house is in question. "Well, as long as we have some idea, and an­ swer to give people (when they come in to complain) that is what we (were looking for)," said Coun­ cilman Ralph Kirk. waiting to see how the sit­ uation would shake out in court, and would keep the council abreast, though he traveled a lot for his job. In other business at the meeting, the council: • Heard from audience members James and Janet Jarman about a few con­ cerns. Janet said she wondered Beebe said he had plans for the property, but was See ordinance issues, pg. 2 Nashville citizens upset with sidewalk replacement by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council last Thursday night heard from unhappy residents about the side­ walk replacement situa­ tion. Nichole Swift and Mary Bishop came to the meet­ ing to say they were dis­ appointed with a number of things to having do with the replacement and wanted the situation reme­ died. Swift said she was upset that residents were notified of the sidewalk replace­ ment only the night before it happened. "I would have liked to plan for the cost..." she said. "I don't have three or four hundred dollars to just throw around for a side­ walk that we do not feel even needed to be re­ placed." She said she would have liked to been notified months ahead of time to set money aside. Many parts of the side­ walk, she said, did not need to be replaced in her opinion. She said she was also upset that survey stakes had been torn out, that the grass was not reseeded, and there was no rein­ forcement for the driveway under the concrete. "I am not happy and I represent many other peo­ ple on my street," she said. "In terms of you not get­ ting a letter of notice on time, you should have got­ ten it (earlier), it is usu­ ally how we do it," said council member Steve Wheeler. "You should have gotten it sooner, and I apologize for that. Our di­ rector was out on sick leave during that time, and it usually gets done sooner... I should have made sure it got out. If you have a copy of your survey I vyould like to see that to get the stakes back in," "There used to be side­ walk hearings, why aren't there any now?" Swift asked. Council members said there have not been any hearings for some time. Wheeler said the grass would be reseeded once "311 the concrete is in. "The contractors have done the job according to the specs we have had for years," said Wheeler. Wheeler also said they did not put in reinforce­ ment because that was not part of the job. Wolff said Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker would be no­ tified of the complaints and said many issues could be resolved through him. Other audience members said they thought it should be the contractor's respon­ sibility and in their con­ tract to replace the survey Stakes. Residents attended last Thursday's village council meeting to air concerns about recent sidewalk replacement. Vermontville landscaping coming along Landscaping improvements continue at Vermontville Village Offices, with several different types of flowers planted and hanging baskets on the front porch. Barry County Homemaker of the Year nomination deadline extended by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The members of the Ladies Day Committee for the Barry County Fair want everyone to consider nominating their favorite homemaker as this year’s Barry County Homemaker of the Year, Suzie Butler is really a shy person who doesn't like have too much attend­ ing paid to her. But representing Barry County over the past year has been a wonderful experience, she says. "I've really enjoyed the parades and events I have gone to over the past year." The most fun was going to the state fair, represent­ ing the county and meet­ ing the other homemakers. She had enjoyable day at the State Fair, she came in second at the state level. Again nominations can be sent in the the fair of­ candidates will be notified fice as soon as possible. and sent a list of the ques­ Nomination forms can be tions they will be asked at found in the 2001 Fair the interview. Book. Copies are available Women don't have to at the Barry County Expo exhibit at fair to qualify as Center and at the Barry the Homemaker of the County Area Chamber of Year. In case of a tie, the Commerce office. judges will consider fair Superintendent Connie involvement. Case hopes to receive The 2001 Homemaker more than six nominations will be announced during this year. Once the appli­ cations are received, the See homemaker contest, pg. 2 In This Issue... • Nashville Garden Club spruces up Central Park • Exchange student follows sister to Vermontville • Girl Scouts summer fun day camp set • FFA raising pigs to show at Eaton County Fair �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 3, 2001 - Page 2 Ordinance issues, continued from front page cautious, but he said many the boards by the dump­ times it is hard to mow on asters at the transfer recycle hills, aigd flings, like that ^station were gone, and that was a safety hazard. She might be unavoidable. "I know our crew and also said the dumpsters they are conscientious, should be swept. Residents are encour­ hard working and take pride in their job," said aged to file complaints at Councilman Steve the office also, one coun­ cil member said after the Wheeler. "Oh, I know that, they meeting. • Agreed to purchase do do a good job/' said Janet. "I am just saying body armor vests for the why ruin equipment you police force after receiving a federal grant that will just bought?" Janet also brought up a help with $700 of the cost. Four vests will be pur­ question that she thought chased with $900 coming from the drug forfeiture funds, to match the grant. • Heard the audit report from Kathy Sheldon from Walker and Fluke, P.C, who said it looked pretty A gift to the Barry Community Foundation good, and she only had a is used to help fund activities throughout few suggestions. the county in the name of the person you One was to have a travel designate. Ask your funeral director for policy about village em­ more information on the Barry ployees driving village ve­ Community Foundation or call 945-0526. hicles home. The practice is acceptable for those on why the village just bought new mowing equipment for the Department of Public Works and it was being run into trees. "How long is it going to last if they are hitting trees with it?" she said. She also said that when the workers mowed uphill the blades were too low and grass was being torn up. Councilman Ed Sheldon said the council could speak to them and ask them to slow down and be ive a vueawiiat W Cp M. 311 Double Prints One to Keep, One to Share 12 exp. . 24 exp. 36 exp. Standard Processing Applies to 35mm color print film. Not valid with APS or Premium Processing. Valid July 3-July 7, 2001. 219 North Main, Nashville ©MACE PHMMAOY® 852-0845 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday call, she said, but there should be a policy in place. She also mentioned a trip mileage reimburse­ ment policy needed to be in effect. • Heard from Kirk who said the car show was a tremendous show, and "fantastic." "It was the best think I've seen in 30 years," he said, thanking council member Dan Kellogg, the head organizer. "I have not heard one negative thing about it." Kellogg said thanks, but he had the help of many people. Homemaker contest, from front page— Ladies Day during the Barry County Fair. The speaker for Ladies Day will be Patricia Hubbel Boucher, who will present her program "Bits and Pieces — A Trunk Show of Fabrics, Quilts and History.' For more information about nominating someone as Barry County Home­ maker of the Year or Ladies Day, call 945-2224. Grace Community Church car wash slated for July 7 Two care cell groups from Grace Community Church will be working together to provide a car wash Saturday, July 7. The car wash will be held at the Nashville Fire Bam from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations will be accepted for a car wash. Money raised will go to sending men to the Promise Keepers event July 20 and 21 at the Palace of Auburn Hills and women to the Women of Faith conference on Sept. 21 and 22 at the Breslin Center. Jacobys to celebrate 60th anniversary On July 5th, 2001 Ernest H.and Lucy A. (Schempp) Jacoby will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. Ernest and Lucy have lived in Hastings for 44 years and spend winters in Sebastian, Florida. Both graduates of Cornell University, they were married July 5th, 1941 in Sage Chapel on campus in Ithaca, New York. They moved to Guilford, Connecticut where Ernest was employed as production manager at Winchester Arms in New Haven, Conn. Nine months later, Ernest was called into service overseas, serving from 1941 to 1946. During this time, Lucy was working for Cornell Extension Service as a Home Economist. In 1957 they moved to Hastings where Ernest was employed at Or­ chard Industries, and then became Vice President /Co-Founder of Flexfab Inc. Later they both taught in Delton, Middleville and Maple Valley Schools, retiring in 1981. The Jacobys have four children: Lucerne Cook, Port St. Lucie, Fl; Jenneane (Bruce) Pelon, Grant Michigan; Chris (Joy) Jacoby, Garden, Mi.; Stephen (Sue) Jacoby, Pompano, Fl. Grandchildren: Scott, Brian, Elizabeth Cook, Holly Pelon Martin, Jill Jacoby Daniels, Kip Jacoby. One Great-Grandson Brandon Daniels. The Jacobys invite family and friends to join them at a ceremony to reaffirm their vows on Saturday, July 7th, 2001 at 2 p.m. at St Andrew’s/Mathias Anglican Church, 2415 McCann Rd. in Irving, between Hast­ ings and Middleville, followed by an Open House re­ ception 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the church. Rev. David Hustwick will officiate. Those wishing to add to the cel­ ebration may send cards to 535 West Bond, Hastings, Mi. 49058. The Dog House $ Groo Grooming W Prof^ssional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer LOCALCHURCH SCHEDULE 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 ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER * GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 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 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 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service................... 11:15 a m. P.M. Service .......................... 6 p.m. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship ............................ 9:30a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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......................10:50 a.m. 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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service .......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship ......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service........................... 11 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 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. 2415 McCann Road PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 3,2001 — Page 3 Flowers planted by the Nashville Garden Club are in full bloom at Central Park. The Nashville Garden Club has made many beautification improvements at Central Park, including grapevine on the gazebo, and hanging baskets overflowing with flowers. MSU dean’s list has 7 local students Seven local students have earned placement on the dean's list for the HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twllite 4-6 pm daily $4 .25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students 4 Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon - Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills & ,25c Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View ffipwp r A.I. STEVEN SPEILBERG • STANLEY KUBRICK tsri&wujiffflK ■ SHOWTIMES 7/04 - 7/05 ■ OA.I. Artificial ■ Intelligence (PG-13) ■ DIBITAL/STADIUM SEATING ■ 1:00, 3:50, 6:40, 9:25 JZ5S UitiiHn a OSCARY MOVIE 2 (R) a 11:45, 1:10, 3:00, 5:00, _ 7:30, 9:45 OCATS & DOGS (PG) " 11:30, 1:20, 3:10, 5:10, " 7:10, 9:10 ■ ODR. DOLITTLE 2(PG) B OIGITAl/STAGIUM SEATING ■ 11:40, 1:25, 3:20, 5:15, ■ 7:20, 9:35 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad O Hastings 4 *mv* B 1 WWW.GQTI.COM B B spring semester at Michi­ gan State University. To qualify, each was re­ quired to earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and carry a full academic lead. The students, their hometowns, class levels and major fields of study are: • Jonathan Jay Lawrence Your policies come with an agent and local service of Nashville, a Senior ma­ joring in horticulture. • Jessica Jay Smith of Nashville, a junior major­ ing in crop and soil sci­ ences. • Leah Ann Smith of Nashville, a freshman ma­ joring in crop and soil sci­ ences. • Erin M. Booher of Vermontville, a junior ma­ joring in hospitality busi­ ness. • Jeremy ouglas Campbell of Vermontville, a senior majoring in En­ glish. ristin ichelle Setchfield of Ver­ montville, a freshman ma­ joring in social work. • Joshua Michael Smith of Vermontville, a sopho­ more majoring in computer science. Call us for a competitive quote on your Home, Auto, Farm or Business Sidewalk Cafe For delicious... at (517) 726-0580 Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp Fish & Chicken Baskets TRUMBLE AGENCY Also, Daily Specials! 178 Main • Vermontville NOW OPEN Tues. • Thurs. 11 a.m. • 9 p.m.; Friday, Saturday 11 a.m. -10 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. • 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or lots ofparking in back - Look for Green Door i^Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, MI 517-852-9320 mH M Hastings Mutual I nseunrrancrpe Cn Tnenranrp T Cnmn omnpany Hastings, Michigan • 49058-1091 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 3,2001 - Page 4 Vermontville by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer After her sister Pauliina came to Vermontville from Finland three years ago, Annina Nakari knew she wanted to come too. So this summer she is spending six weeks here, staying with Bill and Sharon Mason. This is the 29th foreign exchange student the Ma­ sons have hosted. Bill said they enjoyed Annina's sister and they are enjoying Annina now. "My sister said she re­ ally enjoyed coming here and she made very good friends with Gwen Mc­ Dougal (of Vermontville) and she told me that if I wanted to come here I could and would be wel­ come, so I wanted to come and see what it was like." "They both have some Annina Nakari, from Finland. Congratulations Jessica Fawley on receiving your Bachelor’s Degree from M.S.U. on Dec. 9, 2000. <Yj Good Luck in getting your Ph.D. in Molecular & Cellular Integrative cAZS Neuro Science at Colorado State University’s graduate program, She leaves July 14. Come say congrats and good-bye on July 4 from 2 to ? at her parents home: 7380 South M-66 Hwy., Nashville. } similarities, and we are having a good time with her," said Mason. Annina said McDougal and her sister became such good friends, that McDou­ gal stayed with them in Finland for awhile. Mc­ Dougal is now showing Annina around. Plans this summer in­ clude trips to Niagara Falls, Detroit for shopping, a Lansing Lugnuts base­ ball game, and one trip Annina is especially look­ ing forward to — to Cedar Point. In her free time, Annina Nakari likes to play piano,at the Mason's. "I love the scary rides," she explained. "They are my favorite." Annina also loves shop­ ping, going to the movies and has a new American passion — Dairy Queen. Although Annina said she loves ice cream, and people in Finland love ice cream also, as a whole, Finlanders eat much more healthy than Americans. She said they do not eat so much processed food, eat many more vegetables and they do not eat fried food. Food she has found out she likes here has included pancakes, but she said she was surprised to find she hated peanut butter. Other things are different as well. "People here wear their shoes in the house, we al­ ways take them off, every­ thing is bigger here too... even the spoons to eat with are bigger. I ordered a coffee at a coffee shop and I ordered a small- but when I got it, it would eas­ ily be a medium in Fin­ land." Regarding the people, she said she has found Americans to be outgoing and talkative. "People in Finland are more shy, I think, here people smile at you on the street and say hi." The one thing Annina has had a hard time get­ ting used to is the bugs here. Because she lives in Helsinki, the capital, she is not used to so many bugs and spiders. "I've been busy squash­ ing them for her," laughed Bill. Continued next page znk you to all the area merchants which helped sponsor the 1st Annual Bar Show in Klashville. Thank you to all who participated or helped with the car show. We had 202 cars rpe.gaiusttfepr fonr mouir 1st w year. Clay’s Dinner Bell Clay’s Dinner Bell Waitress’s Chris’s Place Jim’s Buggy Parts Hickey Electric Diane & Gary Hager Mulberry Fore WalMart McAuto Musser Service Station Barry Automotive Charlotte/K-Mart Hummell’s Body Shop Vermontville Hardware Sweet Water Party Store Sidewalk Cafe Hometown Lumber/Hardware Wheeler Marine Wayne Pennock Something Special By Kathy Pee Wee Andrews House of Threads Spencer’s Towing Maxi Muffler Hamilton’s Black Dirt Meijer Nashville Movie Station Duane Hamilton Excavating Kent Oil Thermogas Good Time Pizza J-Ad Graphics Johncock Siding Farm Bureau/Lynn Denton Mace Pharmacy Maple Valley Implement Newton Vending Nashville Shell Shirley’s Chuck Wagon Tobias Insurance Thompson Excavating Yesteryear Ford Spartan Motors Reed Street Auto Hastings Laser Wash Bosley’s Pharmacy Eaton Federal & Savings Nashville Subway Chartlotte Auto Zone Bill Seif Chevrolet Shirt’s N More - Battle Creek Kelloggs Tuesday - Thursday Buy A 16” 3 Item Pizza And A Coca Cola 2 Liter $1 dOiEflO For Only 174 S. Main, Vermontville, Ml 726-1518 or 726-0232 WE DELIVER �KCC offers three area soccer camps Kellogg Community College's mens soccer team will host three soccer camps for children in grades 1-8 this summer. The first camp will be held from July 9-13 at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School in Middleville from 5:30-8 p.m. all five nights. This will be a camp for both boys and girls. KCC coach Mike Nunn hopes that there will be enough interest in this camp to expand it to separate camps for boys and girls in 2002. The second camp for young girls grades 1-8 will be held at KCC from July 30-Aug. 3 from 5:30-8 p .m. all five nights. The third camp for boys 1-8 will also be held at KCC from Aug. 6-10 from 5:30-8 p.m.. all five nights. These clinics are great opportunities for the young players in this area to improve their soccer skills by taking instruction from members and coaches of a team that ended the 2000 season ranked 21st in the nation among community college programs. KCC's team had back-to-back 15-4 Synopsis of Meeting Castleton Twp. Board Kids enjoy park Many Vermontville kids enjoy the warm weather this summer at the park, using the swing sets and slides as a way to catch a breeze. June 13, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Four people were in atten­ dance from the public. Minutes were approved. Treasurer’s report accepted as printed. Approved purchasing to AED Units for the fire and ambulance adepts. Approved paying bills in the amount of 12,118.39. Approved moving the town­ ship's work comp insurance from MML to Accident Fund. Discussed the chloride appli­ cation being done by the county. The appeal was heard on the Transfer/Recycling lawsuit. Committee reports were given. Approved purchasing a venti­ lation saw for the fire depart­ ment. Pictures were presented on damaged headstones at Barryville Cemetery. Discussed the Census num­ bers. Correspondence was viewed by the board. Public comment was heard. The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m. Loma L Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor BARGAIN BARN New things every week! Great prices on... Woodcrafts, Ceramics, Yard Sale Items, Miscellaneous of All Kinds. Outside vendors welcome $5.00 per day S Open Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays K 9:00 am - 5:00 pm , I Located at M-66 Hwy. and | B E. State Road y II 517-852-1945 Annina also plays the piano, loves to sing, and loves all sports. She is learning the dif­ ferences between Ameri­ can and Finnish baseball with the help of Bill. Hockey is a Finnish pas­ sion, she said. When she is a bit older (she is 16 years old now), she would like to pursue a career in international business. She speaks fluent French, Swedish, Finnish and English. One of the highlights of her visit is that she got to hold the Mason's first grandchild, a little girl, Kylynne, before the baby was even a day old. "She is our first grand­ child and she was here for it," smiled Bill. ''Bob R Custom Services, Inc. 8635 Thomapple Lk. Rd. • Nashville. Ml 49073 Specializing in "Honey-Do " Lists pl: tj/ Plumbing and Electrical maintenance Bathroom Remodeling • Custom Decks • Landscaping Free Estimates SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Rickard J. Ewing ~ MAPLE VALLEY WT Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE From previous page Make a Visit to the The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 3,2001 - Page 5 Anyone can register for seasons and KCC coach Mike Nunn was named the camp in Middleville. These camps will MCCAA Coach of the Year a season ago. go. See soccer camps, page 6 Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 JOFFSOHTTUBS ITV OFFOHTUBITV MLS Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HIY1S EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.............................................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................................................................... 852-5066 IN HASTINGS MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE!! 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to “move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) NASHVILLE ACROSS FROM PARK 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 ba/ home, large kj^>n n, cCTeyKtairway & 2 cL£^((*^L5ptf^garage, great home!! Call Nyle today to find out how to use your tax return to purchase this home. (N-121) PRICE REDUCED! NOW $170,00011 ON 3 ACRES BETWEEN NASHVILLE fit HASTINGS Newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim throughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call Jerry. .(CH-124) VACANT LAND ti I r is on your side with ian lint BUILT-INCOST SAVINGS WITH ALUMINUM FINS & COPPER TUBING ARMSTRONG 5-YEAR LIMITED PARIS WARRANTY 10-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON HEAVY DUTY SCROLL COMPRESSOR (xmattuBsiitmuutimBS) FROST HEATING & COOLING, INC Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 N_ aT sh.vil.l.e. (517) 852^9565 M Stronalb you tan roly on AqM^TRONG 7WA ON 2+ WOODED ACRES 7 WA SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ROOM FOR "FAMILY "COUNTRY HOME" NASHVILLE 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room with fire­ place, huge master suite on second floor. Call Nyle for all the "info". (CH-122) Must see to appreciate!! Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) JJA 3JA Bayne Road PRICES RECENTLY REDUCEDI! CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66 Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3:3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. Land contract terms!! Priced from $25,000 to $27,000!! (VL-107/112) 110 ACRES $269,900! WEST OF HASTINGS!! IN NASHVILLE Beautiful walkout ranch 1ST FLOOR STORE built in 1997, great room FRONT WITH 2 w/central fireplace, large 2 BEDROOM kitchen w/oak flooring & APARTMENTS cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. On 2nd floor. Building is Must see to appreciate. Call 20x79 6f has basement. Jerry for all the "info". New Apartments have separate utilities, front 8r rear stairs. Hastings on 1.45 acre (H-123) Call Homer for more details 8r lot. 'VIRTUAL TOUR" appointment to www.realtor.com see. (N-117) Mice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Nashville. Cali Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 3, 2001 - Page 6 Norma Louise Grant Keith Frank Seitz VERMONTVILLE Keith Frank Seitz, 96, of Vermontville, Mich., died June 28, 2001 in Hastings. Mr. Seitz was bom Nov. 21, 1904 in Eaton County, Mich., the son of Frank and Sarah (Deuel) Seitz. Mr. Seitz was a lifelong farmer in the Vermontville area, and a former member of the Woodlawn Cemetery Board and the Eaton County Farm Bureau. He is survived by step­ daughter Beverly (Bill) Lindberg of Lake Odessa, step-son Edward “Jim” (JoAnn) Zemke ofVermont­ ville, seven step-grandchil­ dren, 13 step great grand­ children, nephew-in-law, Frank Darling of South Lyons, great nephew Tom (Kristina) Darling and great niece Kim (Jim) Frisbie, both ofHowell, and a host of step-great-great-grandchil­ dren, and great-great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife Josie in 1975; second wife in 1987; step-daughter Sarah Ames in 1997; brother Donald Seitz in 1954 and niece Connie Darling in March 2001. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 30 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Rev. Eric Lison and Mark Jarvie of Ver­ montville Congregational Church officiated. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Woodlawn Cemetery. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Scott Michael Snow ELMIRA, MI Scott Michael Snow, age 26, of Elmira, MI and formerly of the Hastings area, died unexpectedly Saturday, June 23, 2001 near Paradise, MI. Mr. Snow was bom on Jan. 24, 1975 in Grand Rapids, MI, the son of Gary and Robyn (Pennington) Snow. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended Lakewood schools, graduat­ ing in 1993 from Lakewood High School in Lake Odessa. Following gradua­ tion he began his career in the Injection Moulding Industry. He was married to Faith A. Davis on Sept. 27, 1997. He had moved to northern Michigan in May 1997. First born daughter, Brittany, was bom on Aug. 24, 1996. Second daughter Ashley was born on May 14, 1999. He was employed at the Lexamar Corp, in Boyne City, MI as Supervisor/ Process Technician. He was an avid outdoors­ man, enjoying scuba diving, hunting and fishing. Mr. Snow is survived by EARN s 1O.O5 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held July 25 through August 9 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $ 11.05 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Applications will be taken until the class is full, but not beyond July 19,2001. Apply in person for this opportunity. *&ornapple ife - 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE his wife, Faith; daughters, Brittany L. (age 4) Snow, at home and Ashley N. (age 2) Snow at home; parents, Robyn and Gary Snow of Hastings; brother, Chad Snow and fiance Denise Shong of Hastings; paternal grandparents, Vinita and Hugh Snow of Nashville; Paternal Great Grandfather Fay Fisher of Nashville; Maternal Grandmother Barbara Estep of Hastings; maternal step-grandmother Etta Pennington ofHastings. Mother and Father-in-law Julia and Tony Frith of Hastings; and other family members and friends. Preceding him in death were grandfather, Kenneth Pennington and step-grand­ father, Richard Estep. Services were held 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home. Chaplain Carla Smith officiated. Burial was at Fuller Cemetery, Carlton Township, Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Scott Michael Snow Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Vern's Repair & Sport Your Fish-n-Fun Store ★ Evinrude/Johnson Outboards ★ MotorGuide Trolling Motors starting at $99.99 ★ Zoom, Yamamoto, Berkley ★ Propane Tanks Filled + Mason Batteries ★ Gillgetter Pontoons ★ Lowe Fishing Boats /★ Snapper & Simplicity Mowers CHARLOTTE Norma Louise Smith Gaut, 87, of Charlotte, Michigan, died Saturday, June 23, 2001. Mrs. Gaut was bom April 16, 1914, in Kalamo Town­ ship, Michigan, the daughter of Rue and Hortense (Kelley) Swift. She was a cafeteria worker for Charlotte High School. She is survived by daugh­ ter Virginia (Wallace) Wbllpert of Mulliken; sons Richard (Anne) Smith of Sacramento, California and Stanley (Judy) Smith of Charlotte; nine grandchil­ dren, 12 great grandchil­ dren, two great great grand­ children, sisters Donna Wood of Charlotte, Vera Ramsey of Pleasant Lake, Michigan, Rosemary Perk­ ins of Kalamo, Michigan, Sylvia Craun of Vermont­ ville, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her first husband Bernard Smith and second husband Phyllip Gaut and daughter Shirley Wollpert. Funeral services were held Thursday. June 28. 2001 at Pray Funeral Home. Charlotte. Pastor Donald Woolum officiated. Inter­ ment was in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice or Charlotte Congregational Church. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home. Inc. Board of Commissioners, formerly Chester Township Board of Review, member and former trustee of Gresham United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife Dorathea; son, Douglas (Evelynn) Stall of Charlotte; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren; five step great grandchildren; nine step great great grand­ children. He was preceded in death by brother Nelson Stall of Charlotte. Funeral service wa§ held Saturday, June 30, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home. Rev. Jeffrey Bowman officiated. Interment was in Gresham Cemetery, Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Verle Stall CHARLOTTE - Verle Stall, 92, of Charlotte, died June 27, 2001 at Marshall, Michigan. Mr. Stall was bom Sept. 9, 1908 in Chester Township, Michigan, the son of Clyde and Grace (Simpson) Stall. He owned and operated his own farm. He was a member and for­ mer board member of Eaton County Farm Bureau, for­ merly of Eaton County Soccer camps, continued from page 5 emphasize the proper techniques for dribbling, passing, shooting, trapping and shielding. But, most of all, the children will be taught to think better soccer and will learn teamwork. These results will be achieved by short lectures, demonstrations by seasoned players, hands-on efforts by young campers at various stations supervised by KCC players and coaches, and by scrimmaging players their own age. At least 12 coaches will supervise the stations and scrimmages each day; giving the players more access to the knowledge of the staff. The KCC players and coaches will referee and even play in the scrimmages ifneeded. Each participant will bring his or her own water each day. The fee for one of these five-day camps is $60 per player, which includes the instruction, a soccer ball, a camp shirt and two tickets to KCC home games. All items will be given out on the first day of camp. Checks should be made out to KCC Soccer. Call (616) 965-4151 for more information or register by phone of fax, using a major credit card, (616) 965­ 5522. Girl Scouts’ summer Fun day camp set Girl Scouts is registering now for summer fun pro­ grams in Nashville. Summer Fun day camps are open to all girls - you do not need to be a Girl Scout to attend. Girls will study nature, play games, sing songs and make friends under the care­ ful supervision of adults and qualified volunteers. Day camp for girls going in to first through sixth grade is offered July 23-25 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Summer Fun day camp will be at Putnam Park in Nashville. Cost for this twoday programs is $10 for Girl Scouts and $17 for non-Girl Scouts. Financial assistance is available. Call for more information, if you are interested in vol­ unteering, or to register. Call at the Girl Scout office at (616) 343-1516 or 1-800­ 788-4919. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. MICHIGAN MAGNETICS Manpower is accepting applications for 1st Shift positions at Michigan Magnetics. Positions include: GENERAL LABOR, ASSEMBLY, MACHINE OPERATION ($7.25) Positions are long term to possible permanent, with opportunity for excellent benefits! For immediate consideration, call MANPOWER at 948-3000. EOE At the corner of M-66 & M-5O - Woodbury 517-566-8353 Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK V MANPOWER 127 North Market Street, Hastings *(616) 94S-3000 *EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 3, 2001 - Page 7 Engagements Lund-Brandt Elizabeth Ann Lund and Barry Thomas Brandt are pleased to announce their en­ gagement. She is the daughter of Kathleen and Richard Lund of Holt. He is the son of Larry and Jeanne Brandt ofNashville. The bride-elect is a 1997 graduate of Holt High School and is attending Lansing Community Col­ lege. She is employed full-time by Gunthorpe Plumbing and Heating as a bookkeeper/office manager. Her grandparents are Paul and Evelyn Meissner of Menominee and Helen Lund of Marinette, Wise. The prospective bride­ groom is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and a graduate of the Kel­ logg Community College po­ lice academy. He is employed full-time by the Barry county Sheriff’s Department as a deputy sher­ iff.. His grandparents are Thomas and Donna Silverstorf of Marshall and Morris and Neva Brandt of Hast­ ings. The couple is planning a May 11, 2002 wedding. Philip and Cheryl Rathburn of Vermontville an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Kara Leigh, to Jonathon Andrew Bowers. He is the son of Greg and 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies (ER JOBS kb! lata WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. | Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Business Services Card ofThanks DELIVERING SAND, TOP dirt, fill, stones, call (616)948­ 2909. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 60TH ANNIVERSARY! A big THANK YOU for the greetings and calls received from friends, both old and new, on our 60th wedding anniversary. THANK YOU to our won­ derful children for the din­ ner together, for the special cake and orchids and for all they do for us Week by week. Russell & Mary Smith. Help Wanted Garage Sale ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Rathburn-Bowers UM !«fe >> U^Im Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Diana Bowers of Pennfield, and Neil and Diane Gee of Gould City. The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is attending Lansing College, pursuing a degree in marketing and ad­ vertising. She is currently employed full-time for a Lansing company. The prospective bride­ groom is a 1997 graduate of MVHS. He is currently em­ ployed at Coca-Cola in Lansing, and will be enter­ ing the United States Navy in the fall. An Oct. 6 date has been set. NEED SOME PRINTING DONE Call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945-9554 ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits ‘ (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Newest Citizens Announced GIRL, Cassey Ann Childers, born June 10, 2001 at Bron­ son Hospital in Kalamazoo to Allen and Felhisa Childers ofNashville. GIRL, Kylynne Taneil, born at Pennock Hospital on June 14, 2001 at 12:51 a.m. to Kurt Mockridge and Tamira Mason of Sunfield. Weighing 5 lbs. 5 ozs. and 19 inches long. COUNTRY HARVEST: secondhand. 183 Main St., Sunfield, MI. Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday, 12pm6pm; Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, lpm-5pm. Consignments and antiques._______ Fann SUPER GARAGE SALE Friday and Saturday, July -6th- AG. LIME: delivered & 7th, 8am-5pm. 4 families spread. Darrell Hamilton, many items, come early, 309 (517)852-9691. Center Ct., Nashville, Mi- We can save you $10,000 on a $100,000 Mortgage Save with our great rate, no-point, reduced fee, 15 year bi-weekly mortgage loan* Oh... and you will receive FREE checking, too! Our 15 year bi-weekly home mortgage loan provides an easy and affordable way to save you $ 10,000 in interest and finance charges. In addition to a great rate of 6.875% with an annual percentage rate of 6.936, no points and $75 reduction in our processing fee, you receive the benefit of making smaller and easier to manage payments which are automatically deducted from your Hastings City Bank account every two weeks. Over the life of the loan you reduce the total dollar amount of interest you pay because the principal is paid back sooner (in fact, the more you borrow, the more you save) Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants. Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia, (616)6981030. Open M-F 9:00am5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. What’s more... you are eligible for Homeowner Rewards that offers a free regular checking account, first order of checks free and more. To find out more, just visit your nearest Hastings City Bank office. aifafaiaiajaiafaiaEjaisjaaarafafaEjaaiaaiajaaafajEraraiasiara Stock & Performance Parts for Volkswagen & Dune Buggies WE NOW STOCK PARTS Push Mowers, Lawn & Garden Tractor tune-up kits, muffler filters, blades, belts & more Razor-Back Blades Available on Selected Model Mowers If out of stock, 48-hr. delivery on special orders. EMPI aI Warehouse Distributor for SCAT, MOFOCO, Berrien Buggy, EMPI 3602 Curtis - Nashville, Ml Phone 517-852-9595 • 852-9104 www.jbparts.net____ EliBiaaaBjaajaaaBfBjBfBjBiBiaaBiaaaBfaiaJBiBJaiBiBjaaiBjai Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 www.hastingscitybank.com • Member FDIC ★Offer only available on loans with 50% or more new money. Rates are subject to change, Available to refinanced loans at a slightly higher rate. 20% down payment required. Property insurance required. 342 bi-weeklypayments of$444.07 each. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 3, 2001 - Page 8 FFA raising pigs to show at Eaton County Fair Eaton County Fair. Five members are rais­ ing the eight pigs, at the FFA barn west of the high school. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley FFA members are raising pigs this year to show at the "We got them in April when they were 40 pounds," said FFA Advisor Aaron Saari. "This is the first time in a long time RESIDENTIAL PLAYGROUNDS (tohig&mS) ------------ selecr Aaron Saari, the Maple Valley FFA advisor, stands outside the FFA building where the eight pigs are being raised. Safety Quality we have raised pigs." Last year the club raised a steer. All through the summer members are responsible for feeding the animals, exercising them, and train­ ing them for the show ring. The students are also re­ sponsible for grooming the pigs. There are 25 kids in the FFA chapter, and four will be showing the pigs. The project, said .Saari, is a good opportunity for kids who do not have the money or facilities to raise animals and gain experi­ ence. "The FFA pays for them and the feed, and then when they are sold the club gets its money back and the kids split the rest, it is a real learning project for them." Saari said this is his first year with Maple Valley, and he enjoys working in the district and with the kids. Next years project will involve raising fish for food. The chapter will hold a fund-raiser and sell the fillets, he said. Durability Value Selection Product Innovation HOMETOWN219 S. S8t5a2te- 0i8n8 N2 ashville LUMBER & HARDWARE www.hometownlumber.com i. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm [CHICKENl Pork Country Style Spare Ribs a Boneless Boneless Chicken Wings Ribeye Steak Sirloin Steak Boneless Pork Chops wnen you are a pig, and it is a hot day, the coolest place to lay down appears to be next to the water tank. These are pigs the students in FFA are raising to show at the Eaton County Fair. Pennington part of MSU’s rowing crew Maple Valley High required her to do much of School graduate Amy the pulling labor. Other members of MSU's Pennington was a member of the Michigan State crew team included Stacey University rowing crew this Hicks and Laura Thomas. past season that was ranked Thomas graduated from 10th in the nation. Hastings High School and Pennington, 19, competed was a member of MSU's as a freshman on MSU's second boat. Hicks was the Varsity 4, actually the Big 10's rowing freshman of Spartans' third team or boat. the year. There were nine seniors Highlights to MSU's Top 10 campaign included a third on the Spartans' rowing place finish in the Big 10 squad this season and four or Conference and a fifth place five of them competed in showing at the Central the top two boats. Championships. The Pennington is majoring Central Championships was in kinesiology (the science a 19-team event that which studies muscles) at included many schools from MSU. the Big 10 as well as powers such as Clemson, Texas and Tennessee. Call 945-9554 As a member of MSU's Varsity 4, Pennington Maple Valley operated from the machine room, the No. 2 seat in the News Action-ads boat. Her responsibilities for T WSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSXSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS \ a ft Gallon 16 oz. ■ *■**,*■ All Flavors I Bareman’s Bareman’s Country Maid |milk Whole Chip Dip Milk Gallon Bareman’s ^ Fruit rinks yy 1tji 9 9e Chips 12 Pack 2 Liter AA PeA A pttJsJfi e ““ cg + dep. + dep. jSS£SSSXSSSS£SSSSSSSSS£n Cream 24 oz. Hunt's etchuP 88' 69* All Sizes - All Varieties Bread, Hamburger & Hot Dog Buns aOs V* Vermontville Specials ! n Parade Marsh­ vegs. mallows l lb. bag A/est Pac Phone 726-1570 Everyday^ Cobs W MIfaf & Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” VVell Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb We Now Accept W.I.C. & EBT ®* Spring & Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 ♦ Prices good thru Saturday 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. L*c. #23-1748 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-07-10.pdf 5e8cb99ab93d57a42b18d1ca88161e23 PDF Text Text 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 287/July 10, 2001 Ground broken for new bus garage by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Ground has been broke on the new Maple Valley bus garage, approved by the board at the end of last year. The $280,000 structure will allow the newer buses on the fleet to be worked on indoors, as the old structure has low ceilings. The money includes the demolition of the older building, and will come from the Durant lawsuit settlement and the general fund. The school board has budgeted the money for three years and the district will be able to pay cash for the job. The new garage has two drive-through bays for the buses, one to work on them and another to wash, and another area for mechanics to work on smaller vehicles. Superintendent Clark Volz said it measures 60x 100 feet. It will have a cement floor and for now the parking lot will remain gravel. "It should be done by the end of August if all goes well," said Volz. "This site has worked well for our busing needs, and the city of Nashville has worked with us very well." Volz said expanding on the old building, which has been there since the 1940s was briefly researched. "We decided the old building would need too much work to bring it up to standard," said Volz. "Car­ l's Supermarket has worked really hard to keep a good storefront across “It should be done by the end of August if all goes well. This site has worked well for our busing needs, and the city of Nashville has worked with us very well.” - Supt. Clark Volz One of the most important features of the new bus garage is the twenty foot high bus bays to get the newer model busses in the building. the street and the village offices also look great and we would like to keep the building from being an eyesore." Volz said after the pro­ ject is complete the area will be fenced in. "We hope this adds to the community, as well as adding space for your bus­ ing needs," said Volz. Superintendent Clark Volz, Tim Tower of the transportation team, and Pat Powers, Director of Transportation stand next to one of the new busses which is too tall to get into the garage. Construction has already begun at the new bus garage. Police department topic of Vermontville village meeting by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Roger Metz, village councilman and code enforcement officer for Vermontville, is urging residents to show up at this Thursday night's meeting to give opinions on re­ establishing the police department. Up for vote at Thursday's meeting is starting up a part-time police officer and department. The village is currently served by Eaton County Sheriffs Department but village residents have complained in the past about the length of time it takes the department to respond to calls. Metz said he is looking for people to either attend the meeting or write in letters on how they feel about the proposal, whatever their opinion is. Metz has been previously employed as an officer and would need a week of training to bring him up to certification as a police officer, on a part­ time basis for the village. Metz said he has been researching the proposal and estimates it will cost $9,500 for a vehicle to start up, and figures on somewhere around $12,000 a year for salary. "Either way people feel about this, they should come to the meeting and make their opinions heard," said Metz. Metz said he has heard support for the idea from area residents and business owners. Nashville man hurt in water accident Two off duty emergency medical technicians and a 14-year-old Nashville boy are being credited with saving the life of a 21year-old Nashville man in­ jured in a jet ski accident Saturday on Thornapple Lake in Castleton Town­ ship. Barry County Sheriffs Department Marine Deputy Pat Coltson said Cody Lyons was riding a personal watercraft at about 4:30 p.m. when he was thrown over the han­ dlebars while trying to ne­ gotiate a "power turn." "He was doing a 360-degree turn when he hit a wake wrong and he flew over the handlebars severely lacerating his neck," said Coltson. A neck bone was also broken in three pieces, some muscles were sev­ ered and he "lost a couple of saliva glands," said Coltson. "It narrowly missed his spine and the arteries on each side," said Coltson. "It appears his neck caught See man hurt, pg. 2 In This Issue Lakewood graduate killed in scuba diving accident Animal rights activists protest at Charlton Park Vermontville 4-Hers take part in Eaton County Fair Track Club summer meet winners announced �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 10,2001 - Page 2 Lakewood graduate killed in scuba diving accident Scott Michael Snow, a 1993 Lakewood graduate, died June 23 while scuba diving in Whitefish Bay in Lake Superior. According to a published Associated Press story, Snow was exploring the shipwreck "The Superior City." He apparently died because he rose too NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. MOTHERS AND OTHERS earn $500 + pt, $4000 + ft, working from home, (304)736-0162 quickly to the surface. His body was found by a re­ mote operated vehicle in 230 feet of water and was retrieved with the vehicle's robotic arm. Tom Farnquist of the Chippewa County Sheriffs Department said prelimi­ nary medical results in­ dicted Snow suffered a massive air embolism be­ lieved to caused nitrogen microbubbles in the blood­ stream, which his body could not dispose of quickly enough during rapid depressurization. .This is known as the "bends." The "Superior City" was a steel steamer that sank Aug. 20, 1920. Farnquist said, "The Superior City" dive is among the most difficult of the bay's many shipwrecks. "It's very dark down there and very cold,” a spokesperson said. "The visibility is not good. There is a lot of silt in the water. This is a dangerous wreck in the sense that you better be a very ad­ vanced diver to do it." Snow's diving partner is reported to have said Snow had been diving two years and this was the deepest they had ever attempted. For funeral information, see the obituary in today's paper. Nashville kids are dazzled by magician Jim Merrills. There’s a better way to buy insurance. HASTINGS 4 You can buy your Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203______ 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twillte 4-6 pm dally $4.25 Klda 6 Senlora all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm insurance from a stranger at a $5.00 Studenta A Late Shows Frl < Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thure DIGITAL STEREO 1-800 number Unlimited Ff Drink R«fllla A .lit Corn Refill* Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View or from STAN TRUMBLE SPEILBERG STANLEY KUBRICK ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. SHOWTIMES 7/10-7/12 Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. OA.I. Artificial Intelligence (PG-13) OIOITAL/STADIUM SEABM I: 00, 3:50, 6:40, 9:25 O CATS & DOGS (PG) DICITAL/STADIUM SEATIMQ TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ^/luto -Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business I1: 30, 1:20, 3:10, 5:10, 7:10, 9:10 O SCARY MOVIE 2 (R) 11:45, 1:10, 3:00, 5:00, 7:30, 9:45 DR. DOUTTLE 2 (PG) 11:40, 1:25, 3:20, 5:15, 7:20, 9:35 n Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad Tks, No Proven Ppjopftt? O Hastings 4 m ■ ■ WWW.GQTI.COM ■ ■ Kids learn to make balloon animals at the first in a series of summer programs at the Putnam Public Library Friday. The next kids program will be a talent show, and is scheduled for June 23. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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. Sunday School.......... ..9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...... ............. 11 Evening Worship....... ............. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 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) Sunday School................9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. ...11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 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 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH M.orning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.... .9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 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 Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ................ 0:30 a.m. Evening Worship...... ...... 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Worship.............................. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service ............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................... 11.00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Host wick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for ail services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �Ihn Itoute VMhp Nmol SMtowMi tbaaOtoL JMb Wi 8801 > MteB 3 Animal rights activists protest at Charlton Park Frances Ann Youngs Ray VERMONTVILLE - Mn France* Aim Ynwngs Ray at ^mObot Lake, Afcnnwfiifc, Ml passed away Thursday. June 28. 2001 at Hayes Green Beach Hovprtal m Charlotte at (he age of SO. She was born on May 22, 1921 m South Haven, the daughter of Dm A and Ida Emma (Zaman) Youngs On Sept 4. 1940 the mar ncd R obcrt W Ray The conpie were mamad over M yews Frances loved Saubee Lake, and loved to fish for Muc gills Her pail was always full and ready tot mon, as she was the atm that always caught the most Along with fishing, she loved to travel She kwed to knit, and has made many mittens, sweaters, afghani, and all kinds of crafts She was aho a member of a craft dab at Snubs* Lake She loved game ibowv, crons­ word puzzles, and in her later yean, she eagoyed HqMgbmgn Her biggest loan was doing for her faauly. cook­ ing. backing and knrttmg She loved the hobduyv bak­ ing dozens of cookies and dinners Frances was preceded m death by a grandson. Dtoa Villanueva, and a great granddaughter. Jessica Wher land her mother and father, and a anter. Audrey Estep She to aurvtved by her husband. Bob Ray. daughter. Rebecca (Doug) Scott of ( aliforma. son. (ton (Carol > Ray of SuafleId. daughter. Sue (Alex) Villanueva of Venwontv^e, 12 grandchd dren. 31 grant grandchil­ dren. and one great great granddraghser away aancna and nephews Funeral services were held Monday, foty 2.200 Im the Rosier FunenJ Home, MapcvF idler Chapel m Sunfield The mtormeat sum Thursday. My 5 at the Sunfield Cemetery For those wtshmg. cootn fotoom may be mndte to the SPYS Scltoiarsltop Fund aka (Sponsors of Programs for Yosnh) m memory of Mm Frances AY Ray. PO Boa 36. Sunfield. Ml 4M90 Arrangements were made by the Iadapendem Fstudy Owned Funeral m Sunfield Rosier Funeral Home For mom mformeboa. log onto wsrw legncycom Geraldine “Cherry” Hammond NASHVI H F. - Geraldine ’’Cherry" Hammond, age 70, of Nashville, died Friday, June 29.2001 at VA. Medical Tenter in Hattie Crook. "Cherry" was born on April 16. 1931 the youngest daughter of Leeland and Agnes (Kinme) Weals She was raised in the Nashville area and attended am schools, grasiuating in 1950 from WK Kellogg School She then continued her eshi cation in the U.S. Army where she served as a nur*e It was during her yews in serv ice that she met her hus hand Daniel E Hammond (he proceeds her in death) “Cherry" spent most of her time m a mother and homemaker Her hobbies included fishing, bowling and tango She w»s a member of the Nashville VFW "Cherry" to survived by tone. Michael Hammond, Daniel Hammond and Pat rich (Nancy) Hammond of Hastings, sisters, Mildred Houghtaling. Houston. TX. Virginia Mainwd Houston TX and Barbera Todd Hastings She is also sur vived by the light of her life, five grandchildren Cal. Taylor. Rranshe. Chmtopber and Jaamme Hammond Preceding her m death was her husband Darnel The family would like to give special thardis to I uella Falkner, who took care of Cherry and ranted her fortte folly We know you ere in •he good hand of the Lord and will miss you very much Somcrn stere held Tues day. July 3. 2001 at I akeview Cemetery Hath 1114 Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery. Nashville. Ml Memorial cotrtnbutKma may be mode to VA Meshc al ( enter. Henle Crack Arrangements were made hv Maple Valley Chapel Unah E. Dingman NASHVILLE • Unah E Dingman, age 84. of Nashville died Thursdav. June 28, 2001 at Tendercare in Hastings Mrs Dingman was born on July 23. 1916 in I akeview. Ml. the daughter of William and Grace (Patterson) Stewart. She wm raised in Southern Michigan ami aftciuled area schools She was married to Howard Dingman in November 1935 in I arising. Ml In 1943 the couple moved to the Nashville area to pursue dairy farming She was a devoted spouse who was committed to her family She enjoyed spend­ ing tune with her children and grandehtldren as well as music, playing the piano doing word searches ansi putting together puzzles Mrs Dingman to owned by sons. Neal (Aonettai Dingman. Hastings. Loren (Margret) Dingman. St Ignace. Roger (Bourne) Dingman. Nashville, daughter. Lem (Bill) Browne. Charlotte. 14 grande hi (siren, and 11 gm* grandchildren Preceding her in death were her hustwnd. Howard, brothers, Henry Stewart. (Jaraid Stewart. Mylo Stewart. Leo Stewart; and infant brother. Carl Stewart Services were held Monday. JuFy 2. 2001 at the Maple Valley Chapel. Nashville Rev Sturts offici­ ated Bunal waa tn Wikm Cemeferv Mtmofiil contnbutiom mas be rrcule to A l/heuners Aanxmhon or chanty of oneS choice Arrangements were mode by Maple Valley Chapel. Nashville Shirley E. Vickers NASHVILLE * Mrs. Shir Icy E. Vickers, age R0. of Thornapple I akc Road Nashville went to he her Lord Saturday. June 30. 2001 at Pennock Hospital Mrs Vickers was bi’tn March 12. 1921 in Bengal Township. St. JohnK Mich­ igan, the daughter of Sidnev and Emily (Skinner) Moon She was raised in the St John's area and attended schools there She moved to the Hastings Nashv die areas 30 seats ago from Belle­ ville. Ml She w as numed to Bunenw Vickers on March 25. 1940 and he died tn 1973. Mrs Vickers was a home­ maker She will he sadly missed by her children, grandchil­ dren. brother, nieces and nephews and her very dear fnends She devoted her life to her husband and famiK She was ahaavs canng and understanding to her family andcraryvue she met Mrs, Vickers is sureirad by her daughters. Sharon l Beniamin) McLaughlin of Bel lev die. Ml. Linda Gray less of Ypsilanti. ML Kath­ ryn (Lewis) Guernsey Jr of Caledonia. Ml. sorts. Don­ ald Vickers. Danny (DeKx ah) Vickers of Jackson. 13 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren. brother. Richard (Margaret) Mooo of Saranac. nieces tad nephews Preceding her in death were her husband, son. John; granddaughter. Shar­ on (McLaughlin) Miller, and great granddaughter. Katehn Gray Ims Respecting her wishes, private family services will be held Burial will be al Umon-Vdell Cemetery. Ypsilanti. Ml Memorial coatritartiimi may be made to Pennock Hospital Foundation I.C.U Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings Nearly IS oanmnl nghtv acmvunn repunedh showed •0 •* *b« <otraacc to ChaetaM Park Wciteodny evening. June 27. te praiirt foe use of animate in the Curtue and Bancs Five Rrag Ciftas accord­ ing to Trooper PW Mc.N Mm hurt. from pg. 1 the bondfobers OU bm way down and npped « open * leave Page. 14. nf Nashv die. w bo w as also riding a penonal water craft near the accideal scene, saw Lyons go down and went to hia aid. ’He grabbed kirn and pulled him over to bis rWC. •Inch I thought w as dbnay of the Haonng* Pom of foe hfectegan Sutt fice. Crttrem reported that the demoastraton were Mocking foe catrance to foe part. which resulted ta a maponae by foe Hostings Pen* M the Msctogan State rax*. *T8e told them to oaora onto foe abooMoe of foe road and one went oa foe other side of (he road.* said MeNabaay A tKighbor then appartally became npne t and came out of bis bouse bolding a gun and made tbreatcniag comoneuta to foe pratestetK pohic* said. ’He fodnY poani foe gun at them and they (the knonmicn) fodnY wua* aasthtag Jone about it.’ said McNabocy. *Tbcy juM wanted ns to get out of foere.* McNabnay said the deuMaMtraioes apparently were pnrteaamg kacpvag a tiger in captivity by the ewews The donountralioa went oa peacefulI v without in odent. he said. pretty good for a 14- yearold.* said Collaon. "But »hen he triad to start hia PWC, it wouhta 1 start oo he jnst bold bun aneomirtg for help* On the beach al Chari ton Park wmoff dnty FMT Bruce Vincent of Baltic Creek who boarded but own PWC and retrieved both hoys. 'He worked on Cody while the other EMT went to call 9||.’ said Cohuoa. L.yon* waa taken to Pen nock Hospital and later transferred by helicopter to Spectrum Hospital Butter­ worth Campus where he was treated before return­ ing home Monday night. A Custom Made Pre-Inked Signature Stamp! As Low As $1695 Moke signing documents easy! SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE A crisp and clean imprint every time Completely re-inkable 50,000 lifetime impressions Made right here for Super Fast service A GREAT GIFT IDEA! Special Sendees: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers - in the latest colors & textures availa ble Rim Processing 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings in 616.945.9105 Gray OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 10, 2001 - Page 4 Vermontville 4-Hers take part in Eaton fair by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville children were busy getting ready for the Eaton County Fair last week. The fair runs all week, and for many kids it is a time to show their animals and projects they have been working on for many months. Sami Mater, 16, of the Vermontville Junior Farm- ers has been very busy raising rabbits and sheep and participating on the Junior Fair Board, a youth group that works with the Fair Board. Sami got her sheep dur­ ing Syrup Festival week­ end, from her uncle, who has a sheep farm. She has raised the two sheep, one an ewe and one a ram, and has fed them and taken care of them. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 * Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products - Richard J. Ewing - Jessica (left) and Sammy Cowell with the pygmy goats they are showing at fair this week. "She has had them since they were quite little, when she could pick them up and carry them under her arm," said her mom, Jeri. Sami has handled the sheep almost daily to be able to show them at the fair without the use of a halter and lead rope, which is prohibited for kids over 12 years old. Sami's sheep are wool breeds and won't be sold for meat, but the judge will judge based on that anyway, said Sami. The sheep just got a shaving in preparation for fair. Sami has also been tak­ ing care of rabbits that she will show at the fair this week. "I like showing the rab­ bits the most," Sami said. "I think they are easier." While showing rabbits might be easier, it is more involved, said Sami. Rabbit judges ask the kids many more questions and the rabbits have to be Jessica Cowell with the beef steer she will show at fair. examined a certain way. Last year Sami's rabbits won Best of Breed and Best Opposite, among other awards. The Maters are a 4-H Meat Specials $ U.S.D.A Angus Select Smoked Pork Chops Ranch Steak y Boneless f Skinless TOP Sirloin Steak i Chicken Breast *2” ! Smithfield Smoked Picnic Ham 79!. I 1 lb. Pkg. Eckrich Jumbo Beef Pranks to -DairvDairv12 ph. — * * IceIce Castle Castle ice Cream ice Cream Bars Bareman’s Milk Choc Milk 28 oz. Creamy or Crunchy oz4 Peanut Butter -Produce­ Gen. Mills Cereal Lucky Charms & 12 oz. Trix Fresh Express bagged Salad 89* Parade For delicious... Strawberry Green Seedless Amish Preserves Deli Salads Grapes Also, Daily Specials! NOW OPEN 99t Tues. ■ Thurs. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday, Saturday 11 a.m. -10 p.m. ??5?:SSSSSSSS:SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSXS£SS££S2S£SS£££££S£SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS£SSSSSS£S£SSSS2XS££ ■Ni We now accept W.I.C. ... Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 Accept -WeW-.INow .C. -& EBT Spring i Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00»Prices good thru Saturday^ From previous page Pizza • Calzones • Shrimp Fish & Chicken Baskets Troyer's Asst. Van Baked Bean, Cole Slaw, Potato Salad, Mac. Salad 1/2 gal. adding landscaping, adding flag poles and more. The group has been meeting monthly and has held fund-raisers such as a scrap metal drive, for pro­ jects. Sami wrote the grant which enabled the project to be completed, and they recently received another badly needed grant from the Eaton County Horse and Pony Club for $1,000, said Sami. Jeri said the improve­ ments are really helping r Sidewalk Cafe ^SSS^SSSSSSJSSSSSSSSXSSSSSSSSSSSXSSSSSSSSSSSSSESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSmSSSSSSSSSSSSSXSSSB, Country Maid family. Jeri and her hus­ band, Jim, are both in­ volved on committees. Jeri is a sewing leader and treasurer for the county and Jim has been in charge of computerizing the livestock sale for this year. Sami herself, Sam erse, issonte on the Junior Fair Board, a group of kids who help raise funds for improving the fair and work closely with the adult Fair Board doing several things for fair. The group recently com­ pleted renovations of the exhibit building, including jS' Sunday 4 p.m, ■ 9 p.m. Enter at Main Street Or lots ofparking in back - Lookfor Green Door 'Good Food and Good Price! 119 N. Main, Nashville, MI 517-852-9320 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 10, 2001 - Page 5 From previous page the fair. "We have been kind of behind here in Eaton County, and computerizing the junior livestock fair will be much more effi­ cient. If all goes well we would like to get small an­ imals on the computer next year." Jeri said the computers were donated by Michigan State University. The Cowell family also was quite busy getting ready for fair last week. Jessica, 16, Sammy, 13, and Dusty, 11, are showing beef steers, a veal calf, a dairy steer, pygmy goats and pigs at the fair. Many months have gone into the Cowells' projects, taking Care of the animals. "I tell them 'you want the animals, you do the chores'," laughed their mom, Sue. The kids do morning and night-time chores. The animals will be sold at fair, excepting the pygmy goats. Sue said the kids are in the Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H Club which has close to 30 members Memorial scramble to help surviving kids There will be a memo­ rial four-man best ball scramble held at the Mul­ berry Fore Golf Course to raise money for the late Tony Dunkelberger's chil­ dren's educations. Dunkelberger passed away in November 1999, ‘Steel Magnolias’ auditions planned Sami Mater with her rabbit she has been caring for a couple of years. and meets once a month. Sammy said she likes showing her veal calf the most because she gets to raise them from the time they are babies, and likes her 4-H projects because they are a good way to earn extra money. The kids are showing the animals in all different classes, paying attention to what is wanted in each class. Showing different animals even calls for dif­ ferent dress, said Sue. "The projects are good for the kids. They learn re­ sponsibility from their pro­ jects and how to care for the animals," she added. Mobile Homes Sami Mater will show these sheep at the Eaton County Fair this week. The Dog House < pTw ® P Grooming Pet Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds G• Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology tu • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ~ Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. . Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer Auditions for the Ver­ montville Revue’s upcom­ ing production of “Steel Magnolias” have been scheduled for Monday, July 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Opera House in Ver­ montville. This is a cast of six fe­ males with a variety of ages. Show dates are Sept. 6­ 9. Rehearsals are usually Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings. For more information, call Bill Reynolds at (616) 367-4455 and has three surviving children. The golf scramble will happen on Saturday, Aug. 11, at 2:30 p.m., with din­ ner following afterward. There is a $45 entry fee, Putnam Library programs to start Nashville Putnam Li­ brary programs will be starting this Wednesday, July 11, and will run for every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., four weeks until Aug. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 ____________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 1. This summer's programs will focus on a travel theme. They are geared for children of all ages. SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR additional information APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HfYlS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI........................................................ Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................................................................... 852-5066 VACANT LAND ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. and if participents register before July 27 they receive a free T-shirt, said orga­ nizer Leroy Starks. For more information, call Starks at (517) 852­ 9698. LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for complete details. S of I-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) GOOD OPTION FOR "O" DOWN FINANCING $51,00011 l\vo bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (N-128) VERMONTVILLE 3 UN1TI 3 unit apartme o jpn e. co ptwr loti rovem nts. s fjEA^yy investment opportuni­ G ty. Cali Nyle today for a private showing. (V-132) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66. LAND CONTRACT TERMS. Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VH 07/112) 110 ACRES NICE "COUNTRY HOME" ON 10 ACRES Nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Nashville. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call Nyle. (CH-129) Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) IN HASTINGS MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE!! BACK ON THE MARKET! SELLERS SAY WRITE ALL OFFERS!! Near M-50 on 1.4 acres NE of Tuesday - Thursday Buy A 16” 3 Item Pizza And A PRICE REDUCEDI NOW $170,0001! ON 3 ACRES BETWEEN NASHVILLE fir HASTINGS Coca Cola 2 Liter S'! Q1O For Only 174 S. Main, Vermontville, MI 726-1518 or 726-0232 WE DELIVER Newly remodeled 2 story brick, 4 bedroom home, oak trim throughout, central air, many updates. Pole barn 40x64. Call Jerry. .(CH-124) 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) Vermontville. Newer windows, roof 6r furnace. Needs some TLC on the inside. Good loca­ tion, blacktop road. Call Nyle. (CH-106) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. July 10. 2001 - Page 6 Needlecraft workshop planned for July 14 Lezlee Worthington, a and at the same time learn levels can enjoy this time quilter and fabric artist, will about the daily life of spent stitching, inspired by present a workshop Satur­ Americans in colonial times. history. Program cost is $5 day, July 14, from 10 a.m. to Although Michigan was not and all materials are provid­ noon on the ground floor of a part of the original 13 ed. This is one of many pro­ the 1885 Eaton County colonies, many ofthose who settled here descended from grams being held in con­ Courthouse, Charlotte. junction with Courthouse Participants from ages 8 to colonial Americans. This activity is appropri­ Square’s current exhibit, A adult will learn how to create a needlecraft sampler using ate for children over 8 and Stitch in Time: The Historic traditional craft techniques adults of all ages. All skill Textiles of Courthouse Square. The exhibit and its Vermontville Senior Citizens to meet July 20 The monthly meeting of the Vermontville Senior Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or I-800-870-7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week Citizens will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednes­ day, July 20, at the Ver­ montville United Methodist Church. All local young at heart seniors are invited to at­ tend. Please bring a plate to pass for the potluck lunch. For additional informa­ tion please callHildred Peabody at (517) 726­ 0574. related programs are made possible by grants from the Arts Council of Greater Lansing, the Greater Lans­ ing Foundation, and the Eaton County Historical Commission. Please call (517) 543­ 6999 by Friday, July 13, for more information or to reg­ ister. Legal services available to area senior citizens representation and education Legal Services of South­ ern Michigan will conduct interviews for legal advice and possible representation, without charge, to interested seniors Wednesday, July 18, from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 N.. Main, Nashville. A short presentation will also be provided. Legal Services of South­ ern Michigan is a non-profit organization that provides high quality legal assistance, to low income people in Calhoun, Branch and Hills­ dale counties and seniors in St. Joseph and Barry coun­ ties. The agency seeks, through its board, staff, vol­ unteers and pro bono attor­ neys, to ensure that its clients are given equal access to the justice system. It is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the State Bar of Michigan and local United Ways. Ardie Baum presents flowers to honoree volunteer Hazel Tobias at the June 14 Castleton Township Blood Drive. Red Cross honors local donors Five local students on WMU dean’s list PRICE REDUCED! Immediate possession. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths. Overlooking Thornapple Lake. Master suite w/bath. 2 additional bedrooms. 2000 sq. ft. Nearly 1-1/2 acre lot. Great area for garden­ ing. All appliances remain. Includes dock - also storage barn. Great price. $82,500. Call Jean ra MILLER REAL ESTATE Ln 149 W. State Street, Hastings @ (616)945-5182 or (616)945-0235 Five local students were included on the winter semester dean's list at Western Michigan Univer­ sity. To be namedto the honor, students must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and carry a minimum of 12 hours of graded semester class work. The students, their par- Maple Valley Youth Foot ba I ents (where provided) and hometowns, and major field of study were as fol­ lows: • Ann L. Carey, daughter of Sharon L. Carey of Nashville, pre-psychology. • Derek S. Graham, son of Steven and Debra Gra­ ham of Nashville, mechan­ ical engineering. • Carrie Lynn Hopkins, daughter of David and Bonita Roush of Nashville, elementary group minors. • Sarah J. Bentley, daughter of Larry and Sarah Bentley of Ver­ montville, art teaching. • Melissa C. Mansfield, daughter of Robert and Vicki Mansfield of Ver­ montville, art teaching. Ardie Baum presents Gale Wetzel with a six gallon donor pin. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Physicals & Sign-Ups For grades 3rd - Sth July 19th at 12:00 to 4:00 p.m at M.V.H.S. Gym Extra sign-ups following physicals will be 4:00-7:00 p.m. All newcomers must have a copy of birth certificate at sign-up. Last date we accept sign-ups is Aug. 3rd Cost this year is $80.00 DUE at sign-up League Fees Shirt Physical League Insurance $30.00 $35.00 $10.00 $5.00 $80.00 Any questions call Pres. - Bob Goris - 852-0735 or Jon Boss - 726-0659 Evelyn Rhodes VERMONTVILLE Evelyn Rhodes, age 59, of Vermontville, died July 9, 2001 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS William Nichols recieves a nine gallon red cross pin from Ardie Baum. EARN s 10.05 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held July 25 through August 9 and is not in session on weekends. After successful completion of state testing, wage will increase to $11.05 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Applications will be taken until the class is full, but not beyond July 19, 2001. Apply in person for this opportunity. • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available cQFornapple (517)726-0088 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 10, 2001 - Page 7 Card ofThanks Lawn & Garden WE WISH TO THANK our many friends, families, children, and grandchildren for the beautiful 50th anni­ versary they so graciously planned. For the gifts, cards, phone calls and acts of loving kindness. God Bless each and everyone that help­ ed to make a perfect day with memories that words can't truly express. We love each and everyone. Thank you all very much, Lloyd & Elsie Wolever. WHAT A WONDERFUL birthday I had. It was all the many cards, flowers, gifts and visits, you all helped to make my day a very special day. Thank you, love to all. Marguerite Burdick Supenrnenaent UiarK voiz stanas on the new practice fields at the high school. Work continues on soccer and football practice fields to grow crops. The Village of Nashville has now al­ lowed land for that use, said Volz. "The football games will still be held at Fuller until there is lighting here," said Volz. "We will be putting up fencing, and the computer- by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Write The new practice field west of the high school is slowly but surely working its way toward being available for soccer and football practice. The field may not be ready for next fall's prac­ tice teams, said Superin­ tendent Clark Volz, be­ cause the grass needs to take a really good root. "We have put in a full football practice field and a full soccer field," said Volz. "It was really needed. The grass at the high school was getting really worn down from all the teams, and this will really help things." Volz said the new field measures approximately 420x420 feet, and was power raked to dig up stones in the soil many inches down. Before being developed into a practice field, the land was used by the high school's agricultural class Michigan Colt Stakes at Barry County Fair The Barry County Fair will feature the $86,900 Michigan Colt Stakes Saturday, July 14-Monday, July 16. The Barry County Fair will welcome some of the best colts and fillies in the state when it presents eight $8,500 Michigan Colt Stakes Blue Circuit races Sunday July 15 with post­ time being 1 p.m. The Blue Circuit is the top class in the fair racing program. WANTED Temporary Summer Custodians MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS 8 hours per day Monday through Friday Positions available immediately Qualifications: * At least 17 years of age and in good health * Self-motivated worker * On time for work Rate of pay: $6.00 per hour Applications are available at the Maple Valley Schools Administration Office, 11090 Nashville, Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096, weekdays 8-12 and 1-4. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tarik Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville ized irrigation is already installed, which waters it every night. It has a rain sensor and does not water when it is raining," Volz explained. "We were thinking it would be ready for fall, but we won't use it until it has a good root system," said Volz. . Mich- Lic- #23’1748 On Saturday, July 14, seven $1,350 races for mainly local horses called Overnights, are scheduled including a Free-For-All­ Pace. Post-time is 1 p.m. On Monday, seven $1,350 Overnights are scheduled including a FreeFor-All Trot. Post-time is noon. The Barry County Fair has featured harness racing since 1990. Track winners, from page 8— Division, Kasi Slone, 14:52; Adult, Stacy Baker, 14:52; Veteran, Lynne Hart: 16:11. Males — 7th-9th Divi­ sion, Dustin Jones, 14:15. • Winners of the 200 M dash event were: Females — 4th-6th Di­ vision, Nichelie Curtis: 49.94; 7th-9lh Division, Kayleigh Browne, 32.39; Veteran, Sharon Curtis, 46.55. Males — Kdg.-3rd Divi­ sion, Garrett Reid: 39.45; 4th-6th Division, Tyler Williams: 34.09. There will be three more practices, on July 10, 17 and 24. The ribbon meet will be held on Friday, July 13, and the Meet of Champions is July 27. People of all ages may join Summer Track at any time. For details or ques­ tions, call Jerry Sessions at (517) 852-9826. TV WATER GARDENING: Hoop camp on Water Lilies & Lotus, AquatDuring June 27, 28 and ic plants, Goldfish & Koi, lin­ 29 the second through ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ eighth grade basketball mazoo, Caledonia, (616)698­ camp in Maple Valley was 1030. Open M-F 9:00am- video taped by channel 7 and 5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. will be shown on Wednesday, July 11. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service aimstrong Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 Business Services DELIVERING SAND, TOP dirt, fill, stones, call (616)9482909. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & .Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 (517) 852-9565 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS POSITION OPENING Administrative Assistant to the Principal Qualifications: * Associate’s degree preferred * Five years experience working with children and parents in a school setting * Good communication and organizational Help Wanted skills DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Fann AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. * Ability to work cooperatively with others * Basic computer skills necessary Responsibilities will include: assisting building princi­ pal in areas of support staff hiring and evaluations, student discipline, student attendance, student health concerns, supervision, public relations and other duties as assigned. Salary starting at $20,000. Benefits available. Letter of application and resume should be mailed to the Administrative Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096, by July 18 2001. VS John Deere Advantage Series Tractors Fillmore Equipment wants you to: Meet the class of the economy class 40-hH 5105 48-hp 5205 i AM 105 8/4 SyncShuttle™ transmission features synchronized shuttle shift for quicker loader work. Operator platform is spacious — no levers to straddle. Huge fuel tank with left- and right-hand fill ports lets you run 12 hours between refills. 17.4 gpm (65.9 L/min) hydraulic flow — standard. Independent PTO delivers full advertised horsepower at the proper 540-rpm speed. Best of all, these tractors are all John Deere — compare them to the economy-class competitors! Get an Advantage Series Tractor starting at just $15,500. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Efl. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6: Sat. 7 to 3 John Deere www.deere.com Wanted WANTED; STANDING TIMBER, top prices paid for all Michigan hardwoods. For over 21 years, call (517)852­ 0629 or (517)749-1057 RENTAL RETURNS AVAILABLE NOWf �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. July 10, 2001 - Page 8 Track club summer meet winners announced FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs k35mm Film Processing WE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT r 35MM OR APS 1 DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... with original processing . 4x6 prints only A good day at the races: Tyler Reid of Barry County took first place in 4 events of his division, Kdg.-3rd. This included the long jump,55 m hurdles, and the 70 and 200 m dashes. panoramic APS Processing 4x6 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 50c per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives $495 5x8 - $2.50 s 8x10 as low as Stamps Custom ^B lorder self-inking • ^Bsgsl sgs i 5 checkourPrlcr Kreshael Reid placed first in the the female shot put, 4th-6th grade division at the June 29 Maple Valley track club summer meet. Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color as low as $ 1IWQ5 0 250 1-color SPHOTO Looking for Specialty Papers? We have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures Center Coming Soon! LARGE POSTER PRINTS up to 48” wide X 350” long IN FULL COLOR! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 ..te tfie ^ayBarn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 The annual Maple Val­ ley track club summer meet took place June 29, and the results have been announced. • First place winners of the pole vault competition were: Females — 4th-6th Di­ vision, Jillian Simmons, 4'; 7th-9th Division, Tara Gordenski, 7'; 10th-12th Division, Stefanie Joostbems: 7'6." Males — 4th-6th Divi­ sion, Johnathan Rhodes, 3'; 7th-9th Division, Dustin Jones, 8'6"; 10th-12th Di­ vision, Terry Desrochers: 7'6"; Veterans, Joe Sim­ mons, 5'6." • Winners for the high jump event were: Females — Kdg.-3rd Di­ vision, Rebecca Williams: 3'2"; 4th-6th Division, Tasha Foreman: 3'8"; 7th9th Division, Tara Gordenski: 11." Males — 4th-6th Divi­ sion, Tyler Williams, 4'2"; Veterans, Joe Simmons, 4' • Winners in the long jump event were: Females — Kdg.-3rd Di­ vision, Alysha Curtis, 9'3"; 4th-6th Division, Tasha Foreman, 12'3"; 7th-9th Division, Tara Gordenski, 11." Males — Kdg.-3rd Divi­ sion, Garrett Reid, 10'; 4th-6th Division, Tyler Williams, 12'5"; 7th-9th Division, Dustin Jones: 14'; Veterans, Joe Simmons, ir. • Winners in the shot put event were: Females 1— 4th-6th Di­ vision, Kreshael Reid: 19'; 7th-9th Division, Kayleign Browne, 26'11"; Veterans, Carol Williams: 26'3." Males — Kdg.-3rd Division, R.J. Browne, 13'10";; 4th-6th Division, Aaron Curtis: 20'3"; Veterans, Jim Williams: 33'2." • Winners in the discus event were: Females —Kdg.-3rd Division, Rebekah Williams, 8'3"; 4th-6lh Division, Nichelie Curtis: 21'7"; Veterans, Sharon Curtis: 67'3." Males — Kdg.-3rd Divi­ sion, Nathaniel Williams, 23'10"; 4th-6th Division, Aaron Curtis: 47'5"; Veter­ ans, Joe Simmons, 73'6." • Winners in the 800meter running event were: Females 4th-6th Di­ vision, Lauren Pierce, 3:37; 7th-9th Division, Amy Joostberns, 3:34; 10th-12th Division, Stefanie Joostberns, 3:18. Males — 7th-9th Divi­ sion, Dustin Jones, 3:18. • Winners in the 55 M hurdle event were: Females — Kdg.-3rd Division, Alysha Curtis, 12.66; 4th-6th Division, Lauren Pierce: 9.85. Males — Kdg.-3rd Divi­ sion, Garrett Reid, 11.09; 4th-6th Division, Aaron Curtis, 12.27. • Winners in the 100 M hurdle event were: Females — 7th-9th Di­ vision, Danielle Bridges: 23.78; 10th-12th Division, Jessica Augustine: 20.78. • Winners in the predic­ tion mile event were: Females — 7th-9th Division, Angelina Bridges: 8:20; 10th-12th Division, Kasi Slone: 6:35; Adult Division, Stacy Baker: 8:30; Veteran, Lynne Hart: 8:30. • Winners in the 70 M dash event were: Females — Kdg.-3rd Di­ vision, Alysha Curtis, 14.76; 4th-6th Division, Melissa Browne, 11.22. Males — Kdg.-3rd Divi­ sion, Garrett Reid, 12.50; 4th-6th Division, Tyler Williams: 10.74. • Winners in the 100 M dash event were: Females — 7th-9th Di­ vision, Kayleigh Browne, 15.01. Males — 7th-9th Divi­ sion, Devin Musser, 14.3. • Winners in the 400 M relay event were: Females — 10th-12th Division, J. Augustine, Slone, A. Augustine, Baker, 1:01. • Winners of the 400 M dash event were: Females — 7th-9th Di­ vision, Amy Joostberns, 1:27; 10th-12th Division, Stefanie Joostberns: 1:06. • Winners of the 3200 M run event were: Females — 10thr12th See track winners, pg. 8 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-07-17.pdf a663d18294a70b9fbe87a689fd0d53df PDF Text Text PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 29/July 17, 2001 Vermontville girl to join Pre-Teen America contest It was standing room only at the Vermontville village council meeting, where residents came to discuss police coverage in the village. Vermontville still studying possibility of local police by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer About 20 Vermontville residents showed up at last Thursday night's council meeting to voice opinions on police coverage in the village. On the agenda, was a question whether to send Councilman Roger Metz, a former police officer, to training that would have made him available to work as a police officer in the village, if the village decided to do that. As a result of the public comment, a citizens' advi­ sory committee was formed from council mem­ bers and residents. The comriiittee will ex­ plore all police protection options for Vermontville, private or with the Eaton County Sheriffs Depart­ ment (which currently covers calls from Ver­ montville). The committee will establish two-way communication with the sheriffs department, look into problems in the vil­ lage park, and will make a final report and recom­ mendation to the council For the 2002 budget year. Many residents came to share their experiences in needing police protection. Kathy Root and Mark Wells, who live behind the park, talked about some of the problems they have had with youths who loiter around in the park at all hours of the night. Some of the harassment the Wells family has re­ ceived is a broken win­ dow, a laser light pointed through his windows, ha­ rassment, loud swearing, and even someone coming up onto their porch. Root said she moved to Vermontville because it "was supposed to be a nice little town." She said she feels unsafe in her own home, and worries about her young daughter. "If you had people walk up on your deck would you feel safe if you were there alone with a 3-year-old?". Root asked council. One resident talked about the expense of Ver­ montville having a police force, and said the costs would escalate. “I understand about the cost (concerns), but can you put a price on a life?” - Mark Wells "I voice my opposition based on the financial cost, and look at Nashville — you have a constant turnover of rookies looking to cut their teeth and move on. It would be hard to at­ tract good officers besides Mr. Metz here... and I think it would cost a lot more than thought." "I understand about the cost (concerns), but can you put a price on a life?" asked Wells. Wells said he has re­ sorted to training his dogs to attack on command. Eaton County Police Captain Brian Peacock said that Vermontville had 372 calls last year, and has 267 so far this year. Many of them are domes­ tic disturbances, he said. Peacock said the village might benefit from forming a Community Watch pro- gram. President Sue Vil­ lanueva said the village had one at one time, and it fizzled out. Peacock said, "We can get people organized, but they have to stay in­ volved." One man asked Pea­ cock, "What kind of power do you have at 1 to 2 a.m. and the kids are hanging out?" Peacock said he would have to look into it, but that the county has an 11 p.m. curfew. "The 14- and 15-year-old kids do not care what time the curfew is," said coun­ cil member Jim Samann. "Well, there are prob­ lems in the park, but there are problems throughout the village," said another resident. "These kids just keep pushing it and push­ ing it, and if there was a police presence it could stop these things from es­ calating. It would make them know they cannot get away with it." Doug Kelsey suggested maybe having a complaint box at the village hall. "If we posted a curfew in the park, how could we get the kids out of there?" asked Villanueva. Peacock said he would have to check with the prosecutor's office, but he did not think it had to be posted. As the conversation went on, several cars squealed their tires, at­ tracting the attention of those at the meeting. Metz said he was as­ saulted while attempting to enforce village ordi­ nances in the park. He added that nothing has been done about it, even See localpolice, pg. 2 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer MacKensye Ancona of Vermontville has been chosen to join a select few to compete in the Pre­ Teen America Scholarship and recognition program. The invitation is based on academic achievement, and MacKensye gets straight A's at Maplewood Elementary. She is 10 years old, and enters fifth grade this fall. Shaun, her mother, said, "We just filled out a re­ sume type thing about her achievements and sent it in." The competition will held Oct. 10,11 and 12 at the Holiday Inn in Lansing. The competition involves girls from the ages of 7 to 12 years old and is based on their school grades, awards and honors and/or participation in outside ac­ tivities. The event involves a See Vermontville girl, pg. 2 In her spare time, MacKensye Acona likes to do art projects. Here she made a small scale house using materials found in her family "junk drawer." Vermontville code enforcement officer decides to resign by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville Council­ man Roger Metz resigned last Friday as code en­ forcement officer. Metz, who was able to issue non-moving cita­ tions, said Friday, that the council wanted to go back to the "old way" of han­ dling ordinance violations. "I do not think they were happy with the way I was doing it," said Metz. Discussion was had at last Thursday's council meeting on ordinance vio­ lators, and the lack of communication in one case. Metz has been serving as code enforcement offi­ cer for a couple of months now, and had the ability to give non-moving traffic vi­ olations. "Lloyd Wolever and Tom Williams will now be back in charge of sending letters (to ordinance viola­ tors)," said Metz. "No one will be available to write civil citations, but the sheriffs department will handle the rest." Metz said he had been working about ten hours a week in the position, and recently brought up to council that he felt who­ ever was in the position should be compensated, as it took many hours. Metz said insurance for the posi­ tion also needed to be looked into.Council debated the compensation issue. Coun­ cil member Doug Kelsey said that people employed by the village should not serve on council. Council agreed to look further into the issue for the next budget year. Vermontville council member Roger Metz has resigned from his position as Code Enforcement Officer. In This Issue • Putnam Library announces winners in first talent show • Reading program starts today at Vermontville Library • Vermontville kids show at Eaton fair • Putnam Library has variety of fun �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 17, 2001 - Page 2 El in ore J. Graham NASHVILLE - Elinore J. Graham, age 83, of Nash­ ville, died Saturday, July 14, 2001 at her home. Mrs. Graham was bom on June 2, 1918 in Flint, MI the daughter of George and Nettie (Ackett) Parrott. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools, graduating in 1936 from Nashville High School. She was married to Wallace Graham in 1937 in Nashville, ML She was employed as a child care provider in the Nashville area for over 20 years. She was a member of Evangelical United Brethren Church, United Methodist Church Jr. Superintendent Sunday School Choir, U.M. Womens Club, Band Boo­ sters, and was a cub scout leader for many years. Mrs. Graham is survived by her sons, Stewart (Linda) Graham ofAda, Ohio, Stev­ en (Debra) Graham ofNash­ ville, Stanley (Marabeth) Graham of Vermontville; sister, Wilma (Eldon) Day of Nashville; seven grandchil­ dren; and four great grand­ Local blood drive nets 55 pints At the June 14 blood drive at the Castleton Township Hall, Nashville, 60 people appeared to donate their blood and 55 units were col­ lected. The homemade cookies were donated by the Nashville Baptist Church. Coffee and juices were donated by the Barry County Red Cross. Special honoree was volunteer Hazel Tobias, who has donated many hours to the Red Cross and does lots of other volunteer work, including crocheting stock­ ing caps and booties for newborn babies at Pennock Hospital. “Hazel works on the drives, and registers and greets all donors with a smile and a twinkle in her eye,” said drive chairwoman Judy Hook. Nashville VFW Garage Sale and Flea Market August 4th in the parking lot Opens 8 a.m. Food booth opens 11 a.m. Individual spaces available $10.00 includes 2 tables. Public Welcome Donations for the Garage Sale greatly appreciated For more information and reservations call Wed.-Sun. after 4 p.m. W WWW3 , . 517-852-9260 wwww. aww children; two step grand­ daughters, Amanda (Christopher) Rowland of Smithfield, NC and Aimee Knell ofAda, Ohio. Preceding her in death was her husband, Wallace Gra­ ham; brothers, Albert Par­ rott, Clayton Parrott, Forrest Parrott; sister, Villia Marie Parrott; and infant son, Steffan Graham. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 17 at Nashville United Methodist Church. Rev. Gail Patterson officiating. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Nash­ ville, MI. In place of flowers, the family request contributions be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church orthe Maple Valley Scholar­ ship Fund. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Nashville may put up flags next Fourth of July The Nashville Village Council talked last Thurs­ day evening about a resi­ dent's suggestion to put flags downtown for the Fourth of July in the future. The council discussed talking to the VFW about borrowing flags for the hol­ iday, and putting them up on every other pole in town. Other business at the half hour meeting included the approval of bills, and payments to the fire and ambulance funds at $6,750, and $750, respec­ tively. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... MacKensye Acona, with mom and dad Shaun and Joe, will go to Lansing in October to compete in the Pre-Teen America Scholarship and Recognition Program. Vermontville girl, continued from front page talent competition, for which Acona will sing "Don't Laugh at Me," a song by Mark Wills about a little boy with glasses. "It talks about accep­ tance and how people are all different, but should not be teased," said MacKensye. MacKensye said she is getting voice lessons from Ryan Rosin, choir teacher Local police, from frontpage---------though the police know who did it. "I don't think anyone on this council has researched the money figures for po­ lice protection," he said. He said he estimated it would cost $13,200 with wages for this year. Kelsey said he esti­ mated it and figured it would be more like over $20,000. Council then talked about how expen­ sive insurance was. There was also talk about buying police officer hours from the sheriffs de­ partment, at about $140 an hour for a four-hour shift. It was then decided to look into these issues fur­ ther with the formation of a committee. The commit­ tee will hold its first meet­ ing Monday, July 30, at 7 p.m. at the village office. eal people. Hometown people who will help Lawn & Garden you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia, (616)698­ 1030. Open M-F 9:00am5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. at Maple Valley. MacKensye has partici­ pated in many community fund-raisers such as walkathons, work with her youth group at the United Methodist Church in Ver­ montville, of which she is secretary of, and fund-rais­ ers for charity. She recently received a perfect attendance award at school, recognition for her high MEAP scores and a Presidential Fitness award. Last year she went to Lansing Community College for the Science Olympiad. For the event, MacKensye will also have an oral interview on-stage in front of the judges. She will be performing a skit or play number with the rest of the girls for the event. She has to get a Hawaiian outfit for that event. MacKensye said she is both nervous and excited. "I think it will be fun," she said. MacKensye said in her free time she enjoys arts and crafts, likes to fish, plays basketball and soft­ ball, and likes to hang out with her friends. Her family includes her dad, Joe, and brother and sisters Kyle Kines, 19, and Alle, 12. She just got a pet guinea pig, named Bugsy. In the next couple of weeks she will be attend­ ing "kid's college" a pro­ gram from Ingham Inter­ mediate School District, which selects children to work with a team of other kids doing science pro­ jects. Amanda Paxon, and Laken Bender, from the HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 545-2243 $4.25 Family Twllite 4-$ pm daily $4.25 Kids A Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students A Late Showa Fri A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon - Thurs 0 No s DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills ft .25< Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View JET LI OF ROMEO MUST DIE KISS THEDRAGO SHOWTIMES 7/17-7/19 | ★STARTS WEDNESDAYS ■ OJURASSIC PARK III (PG-13) ■ DIDITAL/STADIUM SEATIIG ■ 11:40,1:35,3:30,5:25,7:30,9:30 ■ O KISS OF THE DRAGON (R) ■ TUE 7:20, 9:30 ■ W/TH 7:20, 9:25 ■ THE FAST & THE FURIOUS ■ (PG-13) 12:00, 2:30, 4:45, a 7:00, 9:20 a OCATS & DOGS (PG) _ DIGITAL/3TADIUM SEATING ■ 11:30, 1:20, 3:10, 5:10, 7:10, ■ 9:10 ■ O SC ARY MOVIE 2 (R) ■ 11:45, 1:30, 3:15, 5:00, 7:30, ■ 9:40 EIDS TUES ■ DR. DOLITTLE 2 (PG) ■ 11:40, 1:25, 3:20, 5:15 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad © Hastings 4mr 1 H WWW.GQTI.COM I ■ PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ help-in good times and local area are also attend­ ing. While several groups and people have con­ tributed to helping send Mackensye to the compe­ tition, a car wash will be held by the Methodist youth group in town, Sat­ urday, July 21, at the Vermontville fire barn, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to help with expenses, which could run up to $1,000. Insurance & Financial Services Nashville VFW 8260 paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil which collectively Rights Act TACO OiNNrRV make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ in bad-year after year. gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.’' Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal ^Auto-Owners Insurance custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. Life Home Car Business Tkt Me Prt6fom R>of)&, * This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are TRUMBLE AGENCY hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number 178 Main, Vermontville 517-726-0580 for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- F I Friday, July 20th - 5:30 - 7:00 pm ALL-YOV-CAN-EA f Adults ~’5.00 • Children under 12 ~ s2.50 V �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 17,2001 - Page 3 Reading program starts today at Vermontville library Today, (July 17) is the first day of the Vermontville Township Library’s summer reading program. This years’ theme is “Reading Road Trip U.S.A.” The program will run through Aug. 11 and is open to all children ages 7 to 16. Every Tuesday at 2 p.m., there will be a game or other activity at the library. Re­ freshments will be provided by The Vermontville Wo­ man’s Club. The program on Tuesday, Aug. 7, will be pre­ sented by the Organization for Bat Conservation and will feature a variety of live bats. New books at the library are: Junior non-fiction: Bats and their homes by Deborah Gibson; Beyond the dino­ saurs!: sky dragons, sea monsters, mega-mammals and other prehistoric beasts by Howard Zimmerman; Attack on Pearl Harbor the true story by Shelly Tanaka. Junior fiction: Paddington Bear goes to the hospital by Michael Bond; The Beren- stain Bears and the missing watermelon money by Jan and Stan Berenstain; Fear Games by R.L. Stine; Gar­ field and the wicked Wizard by Jim Davis; Garfield at large by Jim Davis; Have no fear Chuckie’s here by Sarah Wilson; Dangerous rescue by Jude Watson and The Answer by K.A. Applegate. Adult fiction: Final target by Iris Johansen: Gunmans rhapsody by Robert Parker, Lord of the Silent by Elizabeth Peters; Songcatcher by Sharyn McCrumb; Unshaken by Fran­ cine Rivers; 7 Up by Janet Evanovich; Always Dakota by Debbie Macomber; Hickock and Cody by Matthew GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm IhomctowE J LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www. hometownlumber, com HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL Maple Valley Chapel Putting on God’: Armor 852-1985 Do all this in prayer, askingfor God’s help. Pray on every occasion, as the Spirit leads. Good News Bible Ephesians 6:18 CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! a, 945-9554 Ask for our sales Dept. It seems that nearly every day we are being tested to see ifwe really trust in our Heavenly Father. Each day brings not only joy and happiness, but trials and tribulations that challenge our faith and confidence in God. Our Lord never promised us a trouble-free life, but He did tell us He would never leave or forsake us. The Bible, in Ephesians, tells us what we should do to combat the evils of this world. In prayer, we should put on God’s armor. We should stand ready, with truth as a belt tight around our waist; with , , righteousness as our breastplate; and as our shoes, the readiness to announce the Good News of peace. At all times, carry faith as a shield, for with it you will be able to put out all the burning arrows shot by the evil one. And accept salvation as a helmet and the word of God as the sword which the Spirit gives us. Every day in prayer, we should put on the Armor of God, and if we draw close to Him, then God will draw close to us. When God is with us we should have nothing to fear. Braun: Tombstone byJ.M. Thompson; 24 hours by Greg Illes and 4 ofa Kind by Gilbert Morris. Adult non-fiction: Natasha: The biography of Natalie Wood: Lara Croft Tomb Raider by Dave Stem and The Official 2002 Blackbook price guide to United States paper money 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager n­ w o 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 % HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm H WOLE VER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........................ 7 p.m. Sunday School .............. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 ............... .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship... ..... 11 a.m. Church School ..... .... 10 a m. Fellowship Time . After Worship REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a mP.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 Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service................................... 11 a P.M. Service........................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ................11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 .10 a.m. 11 a.m. ..9:15 a.m. .M.orn.ing_Prayer ......................... 11:00 a m. Holy Communion /* For more information call 795-2370 or \ Rev David T Hustwck 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for afLservices Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. July 17, 2001 - Page 4 Engagements PTO label collection program continues Rasey-Joppie chairs, film, nature center supplies, a listening center with headphones, a sand and water table, and ABC blocks. The PTO asks that the community continue to save these labels throughout the summer, because the pro­ gram will resume during the next school year. Labels can be brought to either elemen­ tary school when school begins, or they can be deposited in the drop box, located at Carl’s Supermar­ ket in Nashville. The Maple Valley PTO has announced that because of community support, its label collection program which ran through the 2000­ 01 school year, was very successful. By collecting Campbell’s labels, General Mill’s Box Tops for Education, and Spartan brand UPC codes, the PTO was able to pur­ chase many classroom items for the elementary teachers. Purchases from this program included 49 software titles, books, seven bean bag Mr. and Mrs. Donald Rasey of Nashville are pleased to announce the en­ gagement of their daughter, Katrina Jean Rasey to Jason Lee Joppie. Jason is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steven Joppie ofNashville. Katrina is a 1998 graduate ofMaple Valley High School and is currently employed at Hastings City Bank in the accounting department. Jason is a 1998 graduate of Maple Valley High School and a 1999 graduate of Lincoln Technical Insti­ tute. Jason is currently em­ The couple has planned a ployed at Bradford White Corporation in the engineer- Sept. 15, 2001 wedding and ing department. will reside in Nashville. Gardners to celebrate 60th anniversary Corkwell-Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Larry Cork­ well ofNashville are pleased to announce the engagement oftheir daughter, Becky Sue to Michael Quinn Lewis of Battle Creek. Michael is the son of Sue Lewis of Escan- Gaylord and Bernita Gardner will celebrate their 60th anniversary with a pig roast at their home at 2870 N. Mason Rd., Vermontville, Mich., Aug. 4, 2001 from 2 to 6 p.m. Gaylord Gardner and Bernita Flory were married at her parents’ home in Castleton Township on Aug. 2 1941. Their children are Doug and Judy Gardner, hosting the open house; and Dwight and Debbie Gardner. No gifts, please. M/e are proud to support the 4-H and FFA at the Eaton Er Barry County Fairs VALVOUHf Wood Shavings 3 to 9 Bales One Bale 10 or More Bales Reed Street Auto Value Auto Value The Parts You Want • The Value You Expect 1008 Reed Street - Nashville, Michigan • PARTS STORES 517-852-9500 Assembly of God plans music fest July 21 aba, MI and Richard Lewis ofLas Cruces, NM. Becky is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and Kellogg Community College’s Nursing Program. She is currently attending the University of Michigan and works as a Registered Nurse in the Family Birth Center at Battle Creek Health System. Michael is a graduate of Escanaba Area High School and Ferris State University. He is currently employed at Battle Creek Health System. An Oct.6,2001 wedding is planned. The Nashville Assembly shine”. of God will be host for its For more information call third annual music fest (517) 852-9819 or 852­ Saturday, July 21. 0842. Guest performers from around the state will include Real Estate Herb Roberts, Andrew Drake and Brooks McEll- FIFE LAKE, KALKASKA heney, as well as other local County: 4.9 beautifully singers and groups. wooded acres in Spruce Starting at noon, the day Lane. Ideal home site or rec­ will include plenty of activi­ reation spot. Driveway and ties including face stamping, cleared site already installed. Clot to state land, Manistee animal/balloon shaping, River and snowmobile trails. games and festivities for the $25,900, $500 down, children and plenty of food $320/month, 11% land con­ for everyone. tract. Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3188 or Admission is free. The “day” will wrap up www.northemlandco.com around 4 p.m. “rain or for photos and survey. The Dog House & ffRL’ * e Pet Grooming 'r rj 1 lb. pkg. Oscar Mayer 'p! leg Qtrs 59!. Beef Franks $|99 10 lbs. or more Bulk Break­ Fast Sausage Semi­ Boneless Half Hams Troyers AU Meat Ring York Strip Steak Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds & 40c/ib. Asst. Flavors Ah Hudsonville Cream • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request - Now Offering Pickup Lesser Amts I6 Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G 12 pk. Ice Castle Fudge Bars Bareman's 46 oz. Parade Fat Free Milk 1/2 gallon gallon 16 oz. 16 oz. Bareman’s Kraft Singles Cottage American J Cheese Cheese Assorted Flavors W 2 Liters Tomato WPaygo Juice Ka Pop 5# ^. . 79c B88e Black and Qelivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 "Groomer ■tf' IX IX & -. Cobb Southern Plumbs Peaches 795 79e Lb. B I Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Lb. L. ( Bl | Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 -- - We Now Ac cept W.I.C. & EBT New Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00»Prices good thru SaturdayJ IS Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville . Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 17, 2001 - Page 5 From our readers Schools should do business locally Evelyn Marie Rhodes VERMONTVILLE Evelyn Marie Rhodes, age 59, of Vermontville, died Monday, July 9, 2001 at home. Mrs. Rhodes was born Dec. 10, 1941 in Mason, Michigan, the daughter of William and Ruby (Purdey) Ward. She attended Maple Valley Adult Education schools, graduating in 1985. She was married to Russell Rhodes on November 1959 in Leslie, Michigan. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, playing solitaire on the computer and working with plastic canvas. Mrs. Rhodes is survived by her mother, Ruby (Purdey) Ward of Stockbridge; sons, Russell (Susan) Rhodes II of Vermontville, Christopher Rhodes ofNashville; Daniel Rhodes of Vermontville; Robert Rhodes of Nashville; daughters, Neva Rhodes of Nashville; Crystal Rhoades of Vermontville; brothers, James Ward of Leslie; William Ward of East Lansing; sister, Judy Taylor of Florida; and 20 grand­ children. Preceding her in death was her father, William Ward; husband, Russell T. Rhodes; brothers, George Ward and Richard Ward; daughter, Theresa Rhodes; and grandson, Andrew Wymer. Services were held Wednesday, July 11, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel. Burial was held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rhodes family. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Clara M. Thrun- 16637839 My St', 9t,i6 hmilntai K sfea Htai PEWAMO - Mrs. Clara M. Thran, age 89, of Pewamo, formerly of Vermontville, died Tuesday, July 10, 2001 at Ovid Healthcare Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin. Respecting the family’s wishes there will be no ser­ vices. Arrangements by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. 4 CM Cp N gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry ^ommuni oundationorcall94^52^^^^^^ taf B M Tr tf* T QttisBlulfe ■ft fadsrirti isrt 0 Is I loilMnWi* M kWB'I hfMoiiiilW To the editor: To whom it may concern, which should be the whole Maple Valley community: I am concerned about the way Maple Valley School handled the building of the bus garage in Nashville. As a tax paying citizen and a person who works in Nashville, I The Girl Scouts organization is registering now for the Summer Funn program in Nashville. Summer Fun is a threeday program geared to cur­ ing the summertime bore­ dom for all girls in grades l6. Participants need not be Girl Scouts to attend. Each day is filled with activities, games, education­ al opportunities and lots of fun and friendship. Nashville Summer Fun Hosea Humphrey to sing Sunday Hosea Humphrey of Middleville will sing at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren Sunday, July 22, at 7 p.m. Humphrey was the first inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame honor­ ing gospel music. He has been singing on the WBCH Hastings radio station for more than 40 years. The Church of the Brethren is located atthe comer of St. Joe Highway and Sunfield Road, two miles south of Sunfield. Maple Valley Youth Footbal For grades 3rd - 8th July 19th at 12:00 to 4:00 p.m at M.V.H.S. Gym Extra sign-ups following physicals will be 4:00-7:00 p.m All newcomers must have a copy of birth certificate at sign-up. Last date we accept sign-ups is Aug. 3rd Cost this year is $80.00 DUE at sign-up League Fees Shirt Physical League Insurance been done? Shouldn’t the materials come out of the local community as much as possible? I know Don Rasey, owner of Hometown Lumber and Hardware, has tried hard to support the community as much as he can and hires peo­ ple who live in the communi­ ty. Shouldn’t we support his actions a little bit? Don tries to keep alive and competitive in the midst of the “Lowes” and the “Home Depots.” On another note, wasn’t any local contractors contact­ ed about building this build­ ing, at least an aid in the Girl Scouts planning summer funi day camp Physicals & Sign-Ups sSJ think the school could have had some control over where the contractor gets his materi­ als from to build our building. I have learned that Home­ town Lumber in Nashville was not even aware that the building was going up to be able to give a estimate to the builder. Shouldn’t this have $30.00 $35.00 $10.00 $5.00 $80.00 Any questions call Pres. - Bob Goris - 852-0735 or Jon Boss - 726-0659 will be held July 23-25 at Putnam Park in Nashville from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The registration fee for the Summer Fun program is $ 10 per Girl Scout or S17 for non-Girl Scouts. Financial aid is available. For more information or to register, call Debbie Bowler at the Girl Scouts of Glowing Embers Council office at (616) 343-1516 or 1-800-788-4819. Girl Scouts of Glowing Embers Council, a United Way agency, serves girls in Allegan, Barry, Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties. «(oiimaioii Specializing in Siding, Roofing, Windows, Doors, Decks & Pole Barns Fully Insured Cell 813-8300 Home 852-2018 X MAPLE VALLEY Of Real Estate V paper for bids? All the ones I have talked to have never heard or seen anything about it either. Shouldn't we sup­ port our local contractors also? S280.000 is a lot of money we could have circu­ lated back into the communi­ ty, especially the way the economy might be headed towards recession. The small town community needs to stick together and not give the work over to Portland, where the builder and material is coming from. Are we going to build their community bus garage for them? 1 doubt it. Tim Allwardt, Nashville Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, HMS REALTOR Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)...................................................................... 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE PRICE REDUCED! SELLER MOTIVED! LOCATED NEAR HASTINGS & MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees, Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Cali Jerry. (H-133) VACANT LAND Sunday, June 22nd 2 to 4 p.m. J V 3 JA 3JA t i I 733 Church St. $114,900 NICE "COUNTRY HOME" ON 10 ACRES 'S LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 Acres Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Cali Homer for more "info". i Some parcels are “wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) 110 ACRES Your Host... Jerry Reese $51,0001! TWo bedroom, one story home, good starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (N-128) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE I CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66. LAND CONTRACT TERMS. Priced to buy... ■■mcv m" I _____Bayne GOOD OPTION FOR "O" DOWN FINANCING 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on of the property. ■East Vermontville on main road. Call Nyle. (CH-129) <95 7 1/2 A 220 ao iiO 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for complete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off Fl- Nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Nashville. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) (7) 13A •2 2 so (6) 13A (2) 3A 3A Kelly Hwy. JUST LISTED! VACANT PARCELS NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE (2) - 3 acre parcels on black­ top road. Some trees, seeded to alfalfa. (2) - 13 acre parcels paved road, nat. gas available, ponds, some trees, seeded to �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 17, 2001 - Page 6 Business Services Help Wanted DELIVERING SAND, TOP dirt, fill, stones, call (616)948­ 2909. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Recreation 1999 SUZUKI LT F-250 4 wheeler. Front & back racks, snow plow, winch, runs great, hardly used, 610 miles, $3,200 OBO. (616)758­ 4269 after 3pm. Vermontville kids show at Eaton fair JANITORIAL FLOOR CLEANING. Looking for full-time person to machine scrub and buff Delton, Hast­ ings, & Charlotte retail food stores. 3rd. shift, $8.00hr. to start, benefits available. Call Jim at 877-423-5921 ext. 115. Wanted NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. WANTED: standing timber, top prices paid for all Michi­ gan hardwoods. For over 21 years, call (517)852-0629 or (517)749-1057. Beth Mulvany of Vermontville, took first place in Reserve Championship for both her chicken and rabbit. GET MORE NEWS! Sub­ scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 616-945-9554 Emily Eldrid, in the show ring just seconds before winning the Grand Champion Jr. Sheep Showmanship award. SUMMER JOBS by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The weather was great last week at the Eaton County Fair, as area kids competed in everything from animal showmanship to 4-H art projects. Beth Mulvany, 16, who is from Vermontville, showed her chickens and rabbits taking first place in Reserve Championship for both animals. "The shows have been really great and the ani­ mals have been good," she said. PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. AMERICA’S CAOrCTMAKER an miKHGi.ixK Cabinets Fiberglass Insulation Celotex insulation Mi h.Come .Coommee.l mm quain Anderstn. Plywood Lumber Q l Plumbing ! Supplies Oak Pine Molding > use 1 7 Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools Paints Mmi>>| ROOfS Dry Mix Crete & Supply ddor srsnus Pre-Hung Steel Doors Hannah Gardner exits the ring with a second place Jr. Showmanship award with her goat. Area kids spent last week at the Eaton County Fair showing animals. Tiaarisonvour I lint side with an SAVINGSWUH A R M S T RO N G ■ <■ ■■ ■ H r IH V I 1V ALUMINUM HNS & COPPER TUBING & Wolverine Technologies Timo for Now Siding? Marque-Line U Mulvany said she has been preparing for fair all year and has been very happy with her shows. In the sheep barn, Dan Laverty was tending his sheep. He said he took fourth place in a class out of 12 kids. "I also show rabbits and I took a first in showman­ ship and alternate reserve," said Laverty. Emily Eldred was busy in the ring, taking Grand Champion Jr. Sheep Showmanship. Tiffany Cowell, who had two pigs at the fair, said she took a fifth and a sixth place. "I've been busy showing my horse too, and making new friends," Cowell said. Amanda Scramlin, in the horse barn, said she 'had a first, third, four fourths and still had five classes to go. "I think it's been a good year," Scramlin said. "My horse Kit, has been listen­ ing really good, and the weather has been really nice. It rained a bit Tuesday morning, but it cleared right up." World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset” 10-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON HEAVY DUTY SCROLL COMPRESSOR 5-YEAR LIMITED PARTS WARRANTY IXUU (DWtBSOt 001 IK ML BOOBS) HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE Mondayy thru Saturday y 7:30 a.m. .. to 5:30 p.. p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www. hometownlumber, com FROST HEATING & COOLING, INC Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 ASkl'emrNikuS �Putnam Library has variety of fun Mobile Homes REPO. BANK needs someone to assume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 9687376. ABANDONED The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 17, 2001 — Page 7 FIRST TIME HOME buy­ Garage Sale ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell GIGANTIC MULTI FAMIhomes they have repos-LY garage sale: Rain or sessed. No application fee if sLhYineg. a3r5a4geE. Msaalein:, VRearimnonotr- you mention this ad. 1-800466-0461 __________________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ville. Friday, July 20th, 9-6; Saturday, July 21st, 8-6. Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. John Deere Advantage Series Tractors Fillmore Equipment wants you to: Meet the class of the economy class Kids, were busy making kites at the Putnam Library Special last week Wednesday. 40-hp 5105 48-hp 5205 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Children had a fun-filled hour of different events at the Nashville Putnam Li­ brary last Wednesday. A different activity was going on in every room, according to age groups. Some of the older kids and members of the Junior Friends of the Library were taking history quizzes in one room. In another room, Janice Crane was telling stories using puppets for the younger kids, and had arts and crafts activities planned. In yet another room, middle aged kids were busy doing arts and crafts. AM105 Benjamin Crane is entertained by Janice Crane who was doing stories with puppets for the younger kids at the library program last week Wednesday. Many worked on decorat­ ing plastic kites with markers and other art ma­ terials. The next library summer program is Wednesday, July 18, at 10:30 a.m. The program is for chil­ dren for children of all ages. 8/4 SyncShuttle™ transmission features synchronized shuttle shift for quicker loader work. Operator platform is spacious — no levers to straddle. Huge fuel tank with left- and right-hand fill ports lets you run 12 hours between refills. 17.4 gpm (65.9 L/min) hydraulic flow — standard. Independent PTO delivers full advertised horsepower at the proper 540-rpm speed. Best of all, these tractors are all John Deere — compare them to the economy-class competitors! Get an Advantage Series Tractor starting at just $15,500. | ■| ■| _|___|__| _| Equipment, Inc John Deere Located on 2900 N.M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. 4 Fri. 7 to 5; Thues. 7 to 6; Sat 7 to 3 945-9526 www.deere.com RENTAL RETURNS AVAILABLE NOW! o Dee l The Trust Department of Hastings City Bank is here for you... with Trust and Investment services that fit your individual needs and achieve your goals. Norman Porter locates a spot on the map with the help of Stephen Perry, as part of the history quiz for older kids at Putnam last week. Investment Services. Trust Solutions. Financial Planning. All with a commitment to providing the control you want, the confidence and security you need and the personal, individualized service you deserve. Kelly Tobias, TrustAdministrator; Randy Teegardin, CFP, Vice President - Trust Department; Dawn Crapo, Trust Operations; Kelli Jones, Trust Clerk Call today at 616-945-2401 and learn how the Trust Department can put their experience to work for you. Here Today. Here Tomorrow. Here For You. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 �The Ma&e Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 17.2001 - Page 8 Vermontville Township Library news, new items Signups for the summer reading program “Reading Road Trip USA” have begun and will continue until July 14. Reading and the outdoor activities will begin Tuesday, July 17, at 2 p.m. at the library. Stop in for details. The library is having a silent auction to sell a used computer. It is a 486 with the keyboard, monitor and mouse. Jt can be seen at the library during normal open hours. New Videos: Gone in 60 Seconds, The Cell, The Kid. Adult Fiction: 24 Hours, by Greg Iles; Storm Warn- ing, by Dinah McCall; Four ofa Kind, by Gilbert Morris; Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, by Dave Stem; Tombstone, by J.M. Thompson; Fantastic Voyage: Microcosm, by Kevin J. Anderson; The Trailsman: Flathead Fury, by Jon Sharpe; Always Dakota, by Debbie Macomber, The Procedure, by Peter Cle­ ment; Death by Darjeeling, by Laura Childs; Hickok and Cody, by Matt Braun; Scandalous, by Karen Ro­ bards; Nearer than the Sky, by T. Greenwood; Kit’s Law, by Donna Morrissey; Hawaiian Sunrise, by Laurine Snelling; Daughter of Twin Oaks, by Laurine Snelling; Seven Up, by Janet Evanovich; Unshaken, by Francine Rivers, Lord of the Silent, by Elizabeth Peters; Priestess of Avalon, by Marion Zimmer Bradley; Final Target, by by Iris Johansen; The Songcatcher, by Sharyn McCrumb; Gunman’s Rhapsody, by Robert B. Parker. Adult Non-Fiction: 24 Hours to the Civil Service Exams, by Shannon R. Turlington; K-I-S-S- Guide to Pregnancy, by Felicia Eisenberg Molnar; 2002 Blackbook Price Guide to United States Paper Money, by Marc Hudgenons; Nat­ asha: The Biography ofNatalie Wood, by Suzanne Finstad. Junior Fiction: Animorphs: The Answer, by K.A. Applegate; The Berenstain Bears and the Missing Watermelon Money, by Stan and Jan Berenstain; Fearless: Tears, by Francine Pascal; Raccoons on the Roof, by Ben M. Baglio; Full House: Michelle and Friends: Is This Funny or What?, by Katherine Krohn; Saddle Club: Horse Feath­ ers, by Bonnie Bryant; Garfield and the Wicked Wizard, by Jim Davis; 1 w 1 Ml V? V co Barry Expo Center July 14-21 (Midway open July 16-21) FREE PARKING (Need not be ptmrrt t© win) 945-2224 Gate Admission Parking ............................................................................... Free Dally General Admission - Adult .............................. ,$3.00 Children 12 and under .................................................. FREE Wed., July 18, Senior Citizens .. .1/2 price until 5 pm Children’s Day, 12 A Under, July 18......................FREE Thur., July 19, Ladies Day .......... 1/2 price until noon Demo Derby Monday, July 16 at 8 pm Saturday, July 21 at 7 pm Harness Racing Sponsors: Go Go Auto Parts, Saturday: July 14 at LOO pm Sunday, July 15 at 1:00 pm Monday July 16 at noon Thornapple Motors, Main Street Bank tyuuul&Cjuut. $2 $7 4-H & FFA Jr. Livestock Auction Small Animal • Thurs., July 19 • 5:30 pm Large Animal • Friday, July 20 • 1pm SA-ow Watch for Great Ride Specials Be sure to check put the many “Pay One Price” Midway Bide Specials Wed.. July 18 * 12 &. Under FREE! Senior Citizens Say Wed., July 18 - Half Price until 5 pm Ladies Say Thurs., July 19 - Half Price Adm. until 12 pm _4________________ . Karaoke Contest Over $3,000 in Prizes Semi-finals Wed., July 18 at 7 pm Thurs.., July 19 at 7 pm Finals Fit, July 20 at 7 pm Sponsored by: Gavin Chevrolet, Gavin Ford. WBCH, Farrows Music, Dan Valley Excavating Bailey School Kids: Robots Don’t Catch Chicken Pox, by Debbie Dadey; Sweet Valley Jr. High: He’s the One, by Francine Pascal; SVH Senior Year: Where We Belong, by Francine Pascal; Garfield at Large, by Jim Davis; Dear America: Seeds of Hope: The Gold Rush Diary of Susanna Fairchild, by Kristina Gregory; Paddington Bear Goes to the Hospital, by Michael Bond. Junior Non-Fiction: Bats and their Homes, by Deborah Chase Gibson; Beyond the Dinosaurs!, by Howard Zimmerman; Attack on Pearl Harbor: The True Story of the Day America Entered World War II, by Shelley Tanaka. USAA recognizes student at Delton BARR Y^t^ COUNTY your Daily * L Entry Ticket could give you a chance ‘ to Win Daily Cash . Prizes! 1st'125; t _ 2nd ’50; 3rd ’25 Scooby-Doo! And the Toy Store Terror, by James Gelsey; Jedi Apprentice: The Dangerous Rescue, by Jude Watson; Thoroughbred: Cindy’s Desert Adventure, by Joanna Campbell; Have No Fear, Chuckie’s Here, by Sarah Willson; The Hour­ glass: Rosemary Meets Rosemarie, and Rosemary in Paris, by Barbara Robertson; Magic School Bus: The Giant Germ, by Joanna Cole; The Hardy Boys: Trouble Times Two, by Franklin W. Dixon; MaryKate & Ashley Starring in Winning London, by Elizabeth Kruger; Nightmare Room: Fear Games, by R. L. Stine; Junie B. Jones is a Graduation Girl, by Barbara Park; The Junior Karaoke Contest Wenesday, July 18 at 6 pm Sponsored by: Dan Valley Excavating Motooss Thurs. July 19 at 7:00 pm FrL, July 20 at 7:00 pm Sarah Bentley is the daughter of Larry and Sally Bentley from Vermontville. The grandparents were Warren and Nancy Robin­ son of Garden City, MI and Arlin and Willa Bentley of Pikeville, KY. 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 Pip • 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 Da Toopers Tues. , July 17 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by: Bosley Pharmacy. Go-Go Auto Parts Sponsors: MC Supply, M-66 Tire, Peterson Enterprises, Hanery Polaris The United States Achievement Academy has announced that Sarah Bentley ofVermontville has been named an All­ American Collegiate Scholar. The USAA has estab­ lished the All-American Collegiate Award Program to offer deserved recognition to superior students who excel in the academic disci­ plines. The All-American Collegiate Scholars must earn a 3.3, or higher, grade point average. Only scholars selected by a school official or other qualified sponsor are accepted. These scholars are also eligible for other awards given by the USAA. These are awards few stu­ dents can ever hope to attain. Sarah Bentley, who attends Western Michigan University was nominated for this national award by Ellen Armstrong, Art Academic Advisor. Sarah Bentley will appear in the All-American Collegiate Yearbook, which is published nationally. “Recognizing and sup­ porting our youth is more important then ever before in America’s history. Certainly, winners of the All-American Collegiate Awards should be congratu­ lated and appreciated for their dedication to excel­ lence and achievement,” said Dr. George Stevens, Executive Director of the United States Achievement Academy. tyuUut&COMd. $7 Professional Rodeo Wed. July 18, Grandstand 8:00 pm - $9.00 Sponsors: Leon Casey Saddles 8. Tack, Stamm Equipment Co.. State Bank of Caledonia SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC, Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Richard J. Ewifiy ~ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-07-24.pdf 5ed84a66353e2ae4d5111b88aab5431d PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 30/July 24, 2001 Junia Jarvie is County Homemaker of the Year ' by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Junia Jarvie, a retired home economics teacher and Nashville resident, has been crowned Barry County Homemaker ofthe Year. The event just happened to coincide with Junia's fa­ ther's 90th birthday, making last Thursday doubly mean­ ingful. Junia's parents, Delmar and Thelma Carr of Ingham County, were very pleased that their daughter was selected for the title, she said. Junia was nominated by a former student, Sandi Christie, and selected as the winner from a field of seven candidates. Mary Armstrong of Hastings was named run­ ner-up in the competition (see separate story). The contest winner was announced during the annual Ladies' Day program at the Barry County Fair. Judges had a very difficult time de­ termining the winner be­ cause ofthe wonderful selec­ tion of candidates, Home­ maker Superintendent Con­ nie Case said. As the 2001 Homemaker, Junia received $100 and will represent the county at the Michigan State Fair's County Homemaker Con­ test. She is the second consec­ utive Barry Homemaker to win from the Nashville area. Last year, Susie Butler won the honors and then went on to finish as the first runnerup in the Michigan State Fair'contest. In nominating Junia, Sandi called her "a very car­ ing, compassionate person who loved the career she chose and who is loved by her students and those who Have had the opportunity to work with her." Sandi said "Junia meets all of the criteria of the modern day homemaker. She is an excellent example of a wife and mother who also had a career of teaching home economics in a ju­ nior-senior high school sys­ tem." Junia and her husband, Elmer, a retired Nashville postmaster, have three chil­ dren - Mark, Joy and Joe and six grandchildren. The couple's children also "are successful in both their home and professional lives," Sandi said. ;• "My first encounter with Jiinia was in 1960 when she became my home eco­ nomics instructor at Hast­ ings High School. At the time, she was a young wife The school board approved the first payment on the bus garage at July's meeting. Construction has been moving steadily, as the building is shown here being roofed last week. Board of Education officers to remain the same Junia Jarvie (left), named Barry County Homemaker for 2001, and Susie Butler (behind her), the County Homemaker of 2000, are chauffeured around the fairgrounds after Junia was crowned last Thursday. The Homemaker winner is selected on the basis of fair activities, variety of interests, community involvement, enthusiasm, neat appearance and communication skills. and mother who shared worker working so dili­ many real life experiences gently in marketing this with young ladies (at the scholarship fund to all the time — no males) about the clubs and organizations in truth of trying to balance a the community and outside career with having a hus­ the community." Junia still spends a lot of band and raising children in the 1960s," Sandi said. time working on the Maple " Later when I went to work Valley Memorial Scholar­ at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. ship Foundation's records High School, I met Junia and business, but she calls again. She was the home it a "labor of love." "I have only mentioned a economics instructor for few of the things I know grades 7 through 12." Junia also was involved about this amazing woman. in her children's extra-cur­ "I am sure there are many ricular activities, such as more that I am unaware of," sports, band" and 4-H.-She Sandi said infher lettertof also has been a 4-H leader in nomination. Likewise, after the crown­ Barry County. Through her own participation as a 4- ing, Junia expressed thanks Her, Junia also won schol­ to Sandi for nominating her arships that helped her and told the audience that Sandi deserves the "Home­ through college. maker of the Year" honor Sandi also praised the herself. community efforts of Junia Family is especially im­ and her co-worker, Dorothy portant to Junia. Carpenter, to start a scholar­ When asked, for the con­ ship fund 14 years ago. test, to tell what unique "That scholarship fund things she does with her has been so successful that family, Junia said, "last they have given away over week my husband and I $140,000 in scholarships to taught two of our grandsons members of the Maple Valhow to play Euchre, and ley community who have they seemed to enjoy play­ gone on to higher learning," ing many games with us Sandi said. "This year alone, they gave away over just as I did when I played with my sister and Grandma $40,000 in scholarships. and Grandpa Carr when I Most scholarships after 14 was young., years are not still active. The success of this was due See Homemaker of the Year, pg. 2 to both Junia and her co The Maple Valley Board of Education last week in its annual reorganizational meeting voted to keep the officers of the board the same as last year Returning to their posts are Mike Callton as president, Jerry Sessions as vice president, Allison Avery as secretary, and Tim James as treasurer. In other business the board: • Made the first payment of $30,146 to Lakin Construction for work on the new bus garage. • Appointed Wayne Curtis as Michigan Association of School Board representative. The board's representative to the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation will be Allison Avery. • Voted to continue membership to the Michigan Association of School Boards, and to the School Equity Caucus. • Voted to continue accounts with Hastings City Bank. • Voted to have Jill Booher aS election secretary. • Approved continued participation in the Michigan High School Athletic Association. • Voted to raise pay for election workers to $6, per hour, up from $5.50. State budget cuts may cost schools over $100,000 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Gov. John Engler's pro­ posal to cut school aid per student from $6,500 to $6,427 is expected to cost the Maple Valley about $100,000 in anticipated revenue, Superintendent Clark Volz said Friday. The state budget for fis­ cal year 2001-2002 still has to be approved before Oct. 1 by legislators in the Michigan House and Sen­ ate, who are now on vaca­ tion. "It will certainly have an effect," said Volz. "The majority of our expendi­ tures go to services di­ rectly to children, so yes, it will have an effect." "We hate to see the state go against what they have promised," said Volz, who said the school dis­ trict's budget for the next year, which by law had to be adopted before July 1, was calculated on the $6/500 per student promised. Volz said the board passed a "conservative" budget this year to have room for these sort of ad­ justments, but with an es­ timated $100,000 loss, it might push the district into a deficit budget. "Then we will have to adjust, and perhaps cush­ ion it with our fund equity,'^ said Voflz. "There will be no radical changes. We still have all our pro­ gramming and staff will all stay slated for this fall. "A lot has to do with en­ rollment, and that is an even bigger issue," said Volz. Volz said kindergarten enrollment is down, but he said the district expects to pick up students during the summer months. "As far as the budget goes we are just going to have to wait andCsee... our goal will be to' continue quality programming and hope the economy turns around a bit, increasing revenues and decreasing the need for cuts." In This Issue • Vermontville Syrup Corp, helps local basketballers • Putnam Library announces winners in first talent show • Eaton Rapids man dies in M-50 accident • Track Club prepares for ‘Meet of Champions’ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 24, 2001 - Page 2 Homemaker of the Year, continued from front page "My husband and I both spend a lot of time with our youngest son, Joe, helping him build and decorate his house. We also spend a lot of time with our daughter, Joy, and her family, typi­ cally making curtains, painting, papering, watch­ ing videos or boating, etc. Our oldest son, Mark and his family are close to us, too, and last year we helped build a sauna, and also were able to help some with other things because our daughter-in-law had a health problem," Junia said. She also likes to sew and recently made nightgowns and pajamas for a three year old granddaughter. Junia and Elmer also spend at least one day a week helping her parents. The greatest influence in her life has been *" a loving extended family." Junia's home economics teacher, Marjorie Briggs, also was a major positive influence during Junia's teen years. A multitude of co­ workers, students and friends have influenced her as well, she said. If Junia. were granted a wish for her community, she said it would be "that Barry County as a whole would not become overly polluted or populated," and "the rural atmosphere of farms and small towns could be maintained. Also that the community would continue to, and even improve its support of education, arts, music, family life and all things that make living here Iso-enjoyable." •: Gn-^the personal side, if granted one wish, "other than the obvious ones of world peace, the end of hunger, etc.," she said, "a sincere wish for myself and my family to each have good health and an interest­ ing, meaningful, fulfilling life would probably top my list." Given 30 extra minutes each day, Junia said she would probably spend the additional time reading "as my busy life makes me tired." Asked to define what the word "homemaker"' means to her, Junia said, "...a per­ son who'takes responsibil­ ity for creating a nurturing environment "for themselves and the other members of There’s a better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number or from ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 their 'family.' A homemaker can be male or female, young or old, wealthy or poor fts long as she/he has love to give and cares what happens to all the members of their family and attempts to help them have fulfilling lives?' Assault charges filed against cop A charge of assault and battery has been requested by the Barry County Sher­ iffs Department against a Nashville man who works as a police officer in an-, other county. The requested misde­ meanor charge stems from an incident July 5 in which the man is accused by . his neighbor of assaulting him during an argument. The victim told deputies that he was at his property with his two children when he noticed that the suspect had pulled up a culvert that he had put in the roadway. When the victim walked to where the culvert had been, the suspect emerged from his house and began talking to the victim. The victim claimed that the suspect called him an (expletive), followed him to his property and shoved him while yelling at him. The suspect, however, told police he simply raised his arm and the vic­ tim continued walking and walked into his arm. The victim told deputies he was intimidated be­ cause the man is a police officer but said the man did not use his position to intimidate him or act ag­ gressively toward him. < uluto-Owners Insurance Life Summer reading pro­ grams, have begun at the Vermontville Township Lib­ rary. Thirty-five children at­ tended the games and activi­ ties Tuesday, July 17. The theme for the day was “Getting ready to go” and included suitcase packing relay race, a packing memo­ ry game, crafts, and snacks. The theme for next week is “On the Road.” Ages 4 and up are welcome to join, and no registration is neces­ sary. There are 61 children par­ ticipating in Reading Road Trip USA Bingo. Each child will read five books for a “bingo,” and will receive a prize for each “bingo” achieved. Each book read also will be entered into a drawing for larger prizes when the program ends on Aug. 11. Children ages 7-16 are encouraged to' register, and pick up a packet at the library. The library reminds everyone of the many pro­ grams available for public use on the computers received from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. For children there are many interactive stories, as well a a research paper organizer, algebra and geometry tutori­ als, Encarta encyclopedia and atlas, and many other activities. For adults there are streets and trips for map­ ping routes and finding locations, Power Point, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, and many other titles to choose from. Each computer is avail­ able for World Wide Web access. Patrons under the age of 18, who wish to access the World Wide Web must.have a permission .slip signed by a parent or legal guardian. Woodland Gospel Quartet to sing at Sunfield Brethren The Woodland Gospel homes, retirement homes, quartet will sing at the Sun­ etc. Their programs include field Church ofthe Brethren old style southern gospel at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 29. The quartet is singing sings; as well as favorite throughout the states of hymns. Their latest alburti is Michigan and Indiana. They “Thanks To Him.” The church is located at present the gospel through song between 40 and 50 the comer of Sunfield Road times annually at churches, and St. Joe Highway. campgrounds, nursing Call 945-9554 for classifieds Business Pkg No Prob&An fko/rfe, ® Home Vermontville library summer programs continue Car 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 ............. .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 ............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 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 LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer 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. Surfday 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 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) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Senrice................................ 11 P.M. Service .........................7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ..........................10 Fellowship Time. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class......... ....... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship .. 0 a.m. a PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School .............9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................ 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Servic 7 p.m. AWANA -8:30p.m.Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday, School................. 10 a.m. Church Service ................ 11 a.m: PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more intonnation call 795-2370 or Rev. David I Huslwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ............... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 24, 2001 - Page 3 s K»k .S\ S S9H9^5 j^55 Hj /! ss s .ssss w 4shjs w«kA w N S ft N Mito h 'Mine 3 i\i\ ' i *77*US0 *%US0 % ,Rtot> im.n ^B ^^ Btodsl . ***0 k^'» »' ^tos *«ais(» •* \’S s-*«_p$» (t ‘ Wi ^Mita IM r-., ^tou tA 5 SQgja ^|||iL *«s of toiling ■»lky ItafeTofe’ A<H^ SI ad JO iem^' i oiffis. adStlgtl^l Vermontville Syrup Corp, helps local basketbailers by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Kids playing basketball at the Lions Park won't have to chase balls, thanks to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation, which donated profits from this year's syrup sales to pur­ chase fences to put behind the backboards. The fences, which cost $2,500, come from profits from the volunteer syrup collection and boiling the corporation headed up this year. Members of the community and families came out to help collect the sap and participate with the making of maple syrup. The benefits, said corpo­ ration president Gene Fisher, were twofold. "We opened it up to families and volunteers and roughly had about 50 people come out. Not only were we able to get a lot of help, but the families learned a lot about the syrup process." "We learned everything about getting the maple syrup from the tree to the jar," said Monte O'Dell, whose family participated. O'Dell said the volun­ teers were guided by members of the maple syrup corporation, and long time member Gerald Lundstrum showed them exactly how to boil the sap. "He also showed us how to not waste even a drop," said O'Dell. Lundstrum has been syrup producing for almost 75 years. "I went out with my fa­ ther when I was 2 years old and I haven't missed a season since," he said. "And I am still learning myself. Mother Nature is a fickle thing, and I am still learning myself, quite a bit." ' "It went very well, and it was always our object to HASTINGS 4 The 13 contestants who took part in Putnam Public Libary's first-ever talent show. The winners (at furthest right) were Kristin Hummel, Deseree Thomas and Mary Jewel. Putnam Library announces winnersin first talent show Volunteers from the community, joined with the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation to collect, boil and bottle syrup this year. The profits from the effort went to purchase these fences for the basketball court in the Lion's Park. Putnam Library was host for its first talent show June 23, when more than a dozen area young people showed off their singing, dancing and ventriloquist talents to family, friends and others who came to watch. Judging was done by Marge Wolfe, Diana Brown and Winslow Shaughnessy. The top three acts were very close in scoring. First place went to Kristin Hummel, Deseree Thomas and Mary Jewel. In second were Sarah Vanderhoef and Danielle Tobias. Third went to Crystal Kuras. Prizes were cash and gift certificates donated by local business. The library has more activities, such as a reading marathon, kite flight, balloon launch with a lot more prizes from area business to give away. Latest donations to the Putnam District Library Latest books and dona­ tions to the Putnam District Library of Michigan: Adult Fiction: Dead Sleep by Greg Iles; Writ of Exe­ cution by Perri O’Shaugh­ nessy; P is for Peril by Sue Grafton; Parallel Lies by Ridley Pearson; Theory of Relativity by J. Mitchard; Leap of Faith by Danielle Steel; Sadies Song by Linda Hall; Icarus by Russell And­ rews; Tell No One by Harlan Coben; Yokota Officers Club by Sarah Bird; 7 Up by Janet Evanovich; Conspir­ acy in Death by J.D. Robb. Videos: Coyote Ugly; Big Momma’s House; Autumn in New York; Dragon Heart; IN Hi W HuO X Bait. Donations of memorials or books by: Andrea Schick, Janice Crane, Karen at BOY, Gavin Michael, bom Hastings City Bank, Virgin­ on July 17, 2001 at Pennock ia Speck, Faith Johnson, Hospital at 5:35 p.m. His par­ David and Rosie Murphy, ents are Leslie and Kyle Brenda Shoup, William and Booher of Vermontville. He Sandra Hosey, Dr. Callton, weighed 6 lbs. 9 ozs. and 20 Jan Kalnbach, David Ven­ inches long. Grandparents der, Mary Jo Gorsuch, Janel are Mike and Jill Booher of Pena. Vermontville and Wayne and Donations in memory of: Sherry Gould of Nashville. In memory of Dorr Darby Paternal great-grandparents are John and Opal Booher and Fred and Marilyn Garlinger. Maternal great grand­ mothers are Esther Gould and Petie Latta. CITIZEN Kids enjoy shooting hoops at the newly completed basketball court in the Lion's Park. get the money back into the community, and this seemed like a good thing to use it for... the kids re­ ally have been using the (basketball court) quite a bit." Jeff Bowman, who is 14, said he loves having a good court in town. "I like it a lot," he said. "I used to have to go to Nashville to play on a good court and now I can just come here. Bowman said he played on the eighth grade team last winter and plans to go out for the freshman team this school year. "I play 3-on-3s and Gus Macker on the weekends, so it never hurts to prac­ tice," Bowman said. Tyler O'Dell, who is 13, said he used to play at the church and really enjoys using the court as well. He also plans to play basket­ ball in high school. Maple Valley grad wins Albion scholarship Local student Eric J. Goris’ high school academic achievements are already paying off — by earning an award that will pay part of the expense of college tuition. Goris, who will enter Albion College this fall, has been recognized for superior academic achievement with an Albion College Briton Recognition Scholarship. The Briton Award recog­ nizes the fact that Goris graduated high school with a grade point average of 3.2 and an ACT score above 22 or an SAT score above 1020. Goris is a first-year stu­ dent who plans to major in economics and management and is a member of Gerstacker Liberal Arts Institute in Professional Management. He is a resi­ dent of Vermontville and a graduate of Maple Valley High School. by Harold and Joyce Star­ ring, Carroll and Marge Wolff, Alex and Marforie McAllister, Jerry and Deanne Schramke, Leo and Tressa McAllister, Dale and Ortha Bishop, Leon and Helen Ackett, Dave Christ­ ian, Gail Lancaster, Wayne and Marian Pennock, Carl Curtis, Laurie and Bill Kipp. In memory ofAlice King by Lloyd and Thelma Linsley. Audios: Theory of Relativity by J. Mitchard. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News Action-ads �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, July 24, 2001 - Page 4 Vermontville Methodist Church getting a facelift by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville United Methodist Church has re­ ceived a facelift, as the result of several fund-rais­ ers and private gifts. The sanctuary has been repainted and drywalled, indirect lighting has been refurbished, all new wiring has been put in, and stained glass panels have been restored and hung, said Dorthy Carpenter, who is a member of the church board of trustees. The church has held Christmas candlelight din­ ners to raise money for the projects. Also done was the entry way, which was repainted, and drywalled. The power Vaj aj J 4; The Dog House * & * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request ______ ~ Now Ontring Pickup and Delivery - Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005-• 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MJ 49096 -. Groomer Dorthy Carpenter stands in the newly dry walled entry way of the church. This stained glass panel featuring a dove, has not hung in the church since 1949. It now finds it's home on the meeting room in the church after being refinished. fuse box also was relo­ cated. Much of the materi­ als, such as the new chan­ deliers and the time for the prep work, was donated by church families. "We have had some very generous donations for new carpet also," said Carpenter. "We will be getting new carpet when the floors are redone and repaired." Pastor Jeff Bowen stripped and refinished the altar, Carpenter said. Bowen by the way, is' graduating from seminary school on Aug. 8. "We are thrilled about that" said Carpenter The projects started with repair of the bell tower a year ago. Perhaps the most excit­ ing of the renovations were the dusting off of two stained glass panels. One, which is hung over the pulpit, had not been seen since the 1920s, said Carpenter. "A few pieces had to be filled in, but most of it was there," she said. The other stained glass panel was removed in 1949. It features a dove, and now hangs in the meeting room. Pastor Jeff Bowman stripped and refinished this altar for the church. "We have a lot of things that we would like to continue to do" said Carpen­ ter. "We are renovating the upper room for classroom use and have a couple of other things going on. We are really pleased with the progress and the feedback has been very positive." Red Cross schedules two local blood drives Two Red Cross blood drives are coming up next month, one in Hastings and another in Nashville. The first drive will be held from noon to 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, at the Hastings Elks Lodge No. 1965, 102 E. Wood­ lawn Ave. There also will be a drive the following a week, on Thursday, Aug. 9, from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St. in Nashville. The latter drive will be held in honor of Phyllis Rizor for her many years of volunteer service with the Red Cross. There continues to be a shortage of blood supplies, area officials report. Anyone who is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 pounds, is in rea­ sonably good health and hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of the drive is eligible to con­ tribute. For more information, call the Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross at 945-3122 or the American Red Cross, Blood Services, Great Lakes Region, 1-800-968­ 4283, extension 360. Paying too much for car insurance? Get affordable coverage from State Farm. See me to find out why State Farm insures one out of every five cars on the road today. A.M. Best Private Passenger Automobile Market Share by % of Direct Premium STATE FARM Allstate Farmers Nationwide USAA Source: Best's Review, Property/Ciisualty Edition, July 1998.. <DA.M. Best Company, 1998. Used by pe ermission. Call 945-9554 for classifieds 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, Ml 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Slate Fawn Mutual Aukxnol^le Inwwirrce Comixjiry iiiai *»• • W Slate Farm Indemnity Company (NJ) • Hume OHicei Blourn»>gl‘Xi. w/w slaielonn.com �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, July 24, 2001 - Page 5 Eaton Rapids man dies in crash Thursday on M-50 Ronald IK. Tooke BATTLE CREEK Ronald W. Tooke, age 87, of Battle Creek died Thursday, July 19, 2001 at home. He was bom Nov. 27, 1913 in Ann Arbor, Mich, to Walter F. Tooke and Flor­ ence (Mason) Tooke. He attended Ann Arbor schools and came to Battle Creek in the early 1930’s. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II from Nov. 17, 1941 to June 27, 1945 with the 135th Infantry Red Bull Division. He received a division cita­ tion for heroism in the fight­ ing at Albano, Italy the European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with four Bronze Stars and five overseas service bars. Mr. Tooke was employed by the A B Stove Company for over 20 years as foreman of the shear room. He accompanied them when they relocated to Detroit, but left when the company moved to New York a year later. He then worked for Consumers Energy for 22 years, retiring in 1975. Surviving are his wife of EWING WELL DRILLING INC. r:>‘< fitter OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS mitikjiraaiiii • Residential • Commercial • Farm ROBteta«jF' I ulSSROB teta«jF' We stock a complete line of... Ik kcot* aktassii adCipo- • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. ditl?4 Matthew D. Ewing Owner Idto^ ittoto4' GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 59 years, the former Marcelle A. Marshall, and a half-sister, Delores Mix of Panama City, Fla. He was preceded in death by his twin, Donald W. Tooke, half brother Jack W. Perkins and half sisters Vivian Regoni, Ardella Mouliskey, Catherine Pancyzk, and Georgene Barnes. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church; life member of American Legion Post 54, BPOE Elks No. 131; andMarywood Coun­ try Club and recently the Oakland Golf Course; AARP;, Consumers Energy Kilowatt Kreekers; the for­ mer Battle Creek Foremans Club; and the Silver Dance Club. Funeral Mass was at Saint Joseph Catholic Saturday, July 21. The Rev. Fr. James S. O’Leary officiated. Bur­ ial was at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements were made by Richard A. Henry Fun­ eral Home. Howard N. J-Ad Graphics News Service A 48-year-old Eaton Rapids man is dead and his 3-year-old grandson is listed in stable condition at Lans­ ing's Sparrow Hospital after the pickup truck they were in Thursday was struck by another vehicle at Clinton Trail (M-50) and Bellevue Highway. Deputies from the Eaton County Sheriffs Depart­ ment said Robert Samuel Lightner Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene ofthe crash caused by 40-year-old Olivet man. According to police, the unidentified man was Castleton Twp. Board stopped at the stop sign westbound on Bellevue Highway, spotted one vehi­ cle going by but did not see the pickup truck behind it. "He pulled out, collided with the rear quarter panel of the pickup truck causing it to lose control and roll over into the ditch," Sgt. Steve Jackson reported in a press release. "The driver of the first pickup truck was unin­ jured." Seatbelts were used and alcohol is believed not to be a factor in the crash which remains under investigation by the Eaton County Sher­ iffs Office. Synopsis Castleton Township Board July 11, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Three people were in atten­ dance from the public. -Minutes were approved. Treasurer’s report accepted as printed. Approved paying bills in the amount of 20,309.18. Transferred money to Township Improvement Fund. Adopted cemetery policies for the township cemeteries. FROST HEATING & COOLING La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 26, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. For more information about La Leche League and its meetings, or for help with breastfeeding, Aldrich of Clyde, Ohio; good friend and hunting buddy, Bill McHenry. Preceding him in death were his parents, wife, son: Ralph Weiler in March 1971. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at Woodlawn Ceme­ tery, Vermontville with Chaplain Carla Smith offici­ ating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Ver­ montville, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton County Hospice or Eaton County Visiting Nurses. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Free Estimates call Kathy Othmer (517) 726-1264. at (616) 374-7595 MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 "^4 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, HW1S Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville . Mich-Lic- #23~1?48 The dates of the Pre­ Teen America Scholarship that Vermontville resident MacKensye Ancona will be participating in were reported incorrectly. The dates of the event are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10,11 and 12. Call 945-9554 anytime for ACTION-MSi MLS Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Sun., July 29th 2 to 4 p.m. Beautiful walkout ranch 1425 Hammond Rd., built in 1997, great room Hastings w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring Priced to buy... cabinets, central air, 1st $269,900 floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Your Host... Jerry Reese Jerry for all the "info". New Virtual Tour Hastings on 1.45 acre www.realtor.com lo 23) NEW LISTING IN NASHVILLE. NICE LARGE LOT Great for nature lovers, 2 story, 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, some hardwood floors 8f trim. Call Homer for appointment to see or more “info". (N-139) VACANT LAND NEW LISTING 1.4 acres on blacktop road, trees, creek, nat. gas available. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) Vermontville Library book sale set for Aug. 11 The Vermontville Township Library will have a book sale Saturday, Aug. 11. Book donations for this sale can be dropped off at the library. Old encyclope­ dias or magazines cannot be accepted, however. (517) 852-9565 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 1**“-*fr NICE "COUNTRY HOME" ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large bam on of the property. East Vermontville on main road. Call Nyle. (CH-129) VERMONTVILLE 3 unit corner some rftPwrat/Xyse on (iAvfrmon tvil le, ent improvements. Great investment opportunity. Call Nyle today for a pri­ vate showing. (V-132) (7) 13A Correction: Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Committee reports were given. 2. Mead will check on getting head stones repaired at Barryville. J. Cooley will get an estimate on brush trimming and chipping at Hosmer Cemetery. Correspondence was viewed by the board. There was no public comment. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor Quality, Value & Service Weiler VERMONTVILLE Howard N. Weiler, age 85, of Anderson Hwy., Vermont­ ville, MI, died Friday, July 20, 2001 at his residence. Mr. Weiler was bom on Nov. 17, 1915 in Vermont­ ville Township, Eaton Coun­ ty, MI the son of George and Lena (Weideman) Weiler. He was raised in the Ver­ montville Township area and attended a rural school there. He was married to Esther L. Flanders on Nov. 23, 1939 and she died June 1973. Mr. Weiler’s employment included farming, Nash/Kelvinator Corp, in Lansing, Diamond Reo Corp, in Lansing, General Motors Corp, in Lansing and Norton Security Services in Hast­ ings. Mr. Weiler was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed farm­ ing, hunting and working on his tractor and cutting wood. Mr. Weiler is survived by son, Russell (Vicki) Weiler of Vermontville; daughters, Linda (Pat) Golnek of Hastings, Kathy Neal of Kalamazoo; six grandchil­ dren; five great grandchil­ dren; sisters, Mary DeBie of Scotia, New York, Helen Synopsis of Meeting (6) 13A s 0 PRICE REDUCED! SELLER MOTIVED! NOW $114,900!!! LOCATED NEAR HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Cail Jerry. (H-133) (2) (1) 3A 3A Kelly Hwy. JUST LISTED! VACANT PARCELS NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE (2) - 3 acre parcels on black­ top road. Some trees, seeded to alfalfa. Call Homer. (2) - 13 acre parcels paved road, nat. gas available, ponds, some trees, seeded to alfalfa. (VL-134/137) “ 220 na Wft 3J* U* 3 3 I 495 7IflA 495 71/2* 4 -> 495 1W Bayne Road CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66. LAND CONTRACT TERMS. Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Cail Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) 110 ACRES Nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Nashville. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRESI Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 24, 2001 - Page 6 Track Club prepares for Meet of Champions Here are the results of the Maple Valley Track Club Summer Meet July 13. Pole Vault: Female — 1. 7t.h-9th Division — Tara Gordenski 7-0. Male — 1. 7th-9th Division — Devin Musser 8-6. High Jump: Female — Kdg.-3rd Division — 1. Rebekah Forell 3-2; 4th-6th Division — 1. Tasha Forman 3-10; 7th-9th Division — Kaitlyn Hammond 1. 4-6; 10th-12th Division — 1. Sarah Cook 4-8. Male — Kdg.-3rd Division — 1. R.J. Brown 2-10; 7th-9th Division — 1. Dustin Jones — 4-8. Long Jump: Female — Kdg.-3rd Division — 1. Alysha Curtis 7-3; 4th-6th Division 1. Cameron Thompson 10-4; 7th-9th Division — 1. Dustin Jones 13-0; Veterans — 1. Robert Brown 15-1. Shot Put: Female — Kdg.-3rd Division — Tiffany Allwardt 9-6; 4th6th Division — 1. Kreshel Reid 17-10; 7th-9th Division — 1. Kayleigh MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS POSITION OPENING Part-time Custodian 7:00-11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Care of building and grounds Per Master Agreement - High school diploma - Personal commitment to quality - Good work ethic and attendance - Knowledge of sanitization and cleaning - Must be able to pass custodial skills test - Experience in custodial work preferred Application should be made in writing to Superintendent Clark Volz, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by Wednesday, August 1,2001. Hours: Duties: Rate of pay: Qualifications: Cindy Allwardt competed in the adult division and here sprints toward the finish line. (Photo provided) Tara Gordenski, a ninth-grader, tries her ath­ letic talents in the long jump. (Photo provided) Browne 26-5; Veterans — 1. Sharon Curtis 23-9. Male — Kdg-3rd — 1. Austin Poole 15-3; 4th-6th Division — Cameron Thompson 17-10. Discus: Female — 10th-12th Division — 1. Sarah Cook 107-2; Veterans — 1. Sharon Curtis 76-3. 55 M Hurdles: Female — Kdg.-3rd Division — 1. Rebekah Forell 11.91; 4th6th Division — 1. Melissa Browne 10.22. Male — Kdg.-3rd Division — Garrett Reid 10.97; 4th-6th Division 1. Cameron Thompson 12.18. Prediction Mile: Female — Adult Division POSITION OPENINGS MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Two positions available Instructional Aide/Personal Care Aide & Instructional Aide for Special Education Hours: 6.5 to 7 hours/day (depending on student and bus schedules) Monday through Friday Qualifications: * High school graduate * Must pass instructional aide skills test Ability to work well with young adolescents who are disadvantaged or who have special needs Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations Must demonstrate patience and compassion and be able to work under the supervision of a classroom teacher Duties may include: Taking direction from classroom teacher; assisting in the supervision, instruction and discipline of students in all school-related settings. Instructional Aide/General Aide 6.5 hrs/day Qualifications: * * * * Monday through Friday High school graduate Must pass instructional aide skills test Computer skills needed Math/science background preferred Must demonstrate patience and be able to work well with young children Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations Must be able to work under the direction of a classroom teacher Duties may include but are not limited to: taking direction from the classroom teacher, working as an instructional aide in the classroom; lunchtime supervision; other duties as may be assigned by administration. This posi­ tion is currently at Maplewood. Application should be made to the Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 3, 2001. — 1. Cindy Allwardt 7:35; Male — Kdg.-3rd Division — 1. Alec Bolthouse 6:59. 70 M Dash: Female — Kdg.-3rd Division — 1. Rebekah Forell 12.90; 4th6th Division Melissa Browne 11.17; Male — Kdg-3rd Division — 1. Garrett Reid 12.41; 4th-6th Division — Cameron Thompson 13.38. 100 M Dash: Female — 7th-9th Division — 1. Kayleigh Browne 14.75. 400 M Relay: Female — 7th-9th Division — Hammond, Martin, Foreman, Brumm 1:07. 400 M Dash: Female — 4th-6th Division — 1. Kreshel Reid 1:43; 7th-9th Division — 1. Tara Gordenski 1:24. Male — Kdg-3rd Division — 1. Austin Pool 1:41. 200 M Dash: Female — Kdg-3rd Division — 1. Rebekah Forell 39.54; 4th6th Division — 1. Markie Brumm — 52.64; 7th-9th Division — Kayleigh Browne 30.91. Male — Kdg-3rd Division — Garrett Reid 38.17; 4th-6th Division — 1. Alec Bolthouse 36.61; 7th-9th Division — 1. Dustin Jones Storm Ewing prepares to leap over a hurdle in the Maple Valley Track Club Summer Meet. (Photo provided) 30.10. There are two more practices (July 17 and July 24) and the Meet of Champions is July 27. People of all ages can join the Summer Track program at any time. Any questions call Jerry Sessions at (517) 852-9826. Party to honor older women in Vermontville There will be a party honoring the older women in the Vermontville com­ munity at 2 p.m. Friday, July 27, at the Ver­ montville United Methodist Church. The program and event is being put on by the women in the church, and everyone is welcome. Advertisement for Bids for VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE 2001 Water System Improvements Separate sealed bids for the following contracts will be received by the Village of Nashville, Michigan 49073, until 11:00 A.M., Friday, August 10,2001, and then at said office will be publicly opened separately per contract and read aloud. All contracts must be submitted in separate sealed envelopes labeled per contract name and numbered as indicated below. Contract 1 - Watermain: Approximately 20,500 feet of 8" and 12" watermain, 950 feet of direc­ tional drilling 12" watermain, 300 feet of bore and jack of 18“ or 24” casing pipe, 3,500 tons bitu­ minous restoration, installation of hydrants, valves, water services and all related work. The Contract Documents are available for a non-refundable payment of Fifty Dollars ($50.00) per set. Contract 2 - Booster Pump Station: Construction of a new booster pump station and building. The Contract Documents are available for a non-refundable payment of Fifty Dollars $50.00) per set. Contract 3 - Iron Removal: Construction of a new iron removal plant at Well #3 and electrical, mechanical and structural modifications at the existing iron removal plant to Well #1 and #2 and all related work. The Contract Documents are available for a non-refundable payment of Fifty Dollars ($50.00) per set. A pre-bid conference will be held for Contract 3 on Friday, July 27,2001, at 11:00 a.m. local time at the village offices to discuss the project. Contract 4 - Water Tank Cathodic Protection: The installation of a cathodic protection system in the existing water tank. The Contract Documents are available for a non-refundable payment of Ten Dollars ($10.00) per set. Contract 5 - Portable Generator: Furnish a portable 100-kw diesel generator. The Contract Documents are available for a non-refundable payment of Ten Dollars ($10.00) per set. Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of: Fleis & VandenBrink Engineering, Inc., 4771 - 50th Street SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512: Telephone (616)541-6000. An additional non-refundable payment of Ten Dollars ($10.00) per set will be required for mailing the Bidding Documents. The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations: Fleis & VandenBrink Engineering, Inc., 4771 - 50th Street SE, Grand Rapids, Ml 49512 Village of Nashville, 206 N. Main Street, Nashville, Ml 49073 Builders and Traders Exchanges: Grand Rapids, Lansing, Kalamazoo F.W. Dodge Corporation: Grand Rapids, Flint Construction News Service of West Michigan, Inc.: Jenison Market Data Construction: Novi Construction Association of Michigan: Bloomfield Hills 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. July 24, 2001 - Page 7 Maple Valley grad earns Alma degree Hastings City Bank construction starts Construction has begun on the new Hastings City Bank Nashville Branch last week. The bank, on Main Street will feature a drive through. Allegan to host run, walk event Aug. 18 Would you run five miles to save a life? Would you walk five miles to save a life? Would you volunteer to save a life? On Saturday, 18 you will have a chance to find out. The American Red Cross of Allegan County is hosting its annual 10K and 5K Run/Walk in Allegan. It would be a great opportunity for area runners or walkers to get in shape for "the Hastings Summerfest 10K, 5k runs and 5K Fun Walk held the following weekend, Saturday, Aug. 25. * Formerly the Perrigo Run, the Allegan County Chapter of the American Red Cross took over last year in an attempt to keep this long-time event in Allegan. The run is a well-known and respected event in Michigan with runners from all over the state participating year after year. People especially look forward to the well-known Perrigo Goodie Bag. They will not be disappointed this year. Perrigo has pledged their support and their products for the goodie bags. i tat if ital r*rt lUQd nwikM^ k ?«■ mjmkI® hiiltl IforBlds 0U if*S> jz Vermontville Girl Scouts win grant The Youth Advisory Committee of the Eaton County Community Foundation has given grants Crafters, artists invited to join Farmers Picnic The annual Sunfield Farmers Picnic celebration is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 16, through Sunday, Aug 19. Crafters and artists are invited to set up tables at VanBuren Park for an out­ door show. For more information or an application call Michelle McWhorter at (517) 566-7377 or e-mail Mmcwhorter@voyager.net for prices and table sizes. totaling $800 to the follow­ ing organizations for the summer of2001: • Vermontville Girl Scout Troop 206, to purchase craft materials to create fun activ­ ities at the Vermontville Township Library. The activities will encourage children to come to the library, check out books and read during the summer months. • Charlotte Community Library, youth advisory board will be establishing “Game Night at the Library.” The grant will help the youth board purchase games and puzzles. • Eaton County Youth Facility/Day Treatment Program - The grant will pay for the materials to build a sandlot volleyball court to be used by youth in those facilities. All events start and end at the Allegan Middle School. The highlight of the 10K run is the cross-country course, which winds through a small patch of woods near the school. The annual Fitness Challenge also includes a 5K run and a 5K walk, as well as a IK Kid's Fun Run The Allegan County chapter is currently seeking volunteers to organize and help with this year's events. Many volunteers are needed in the planning stages and more than 150 volunteers are needed on race day to ensure that the events run smoothly. For runner information, as well as information on you can help, contact the Allegan County Chapter at (616) 673-8640 or stop by the Chapter House at 425 Hubbard Street in Allegan. Free legal advice available for area senior citizens Legal Services of Southern Michigan will conduct interviews for legal advice and possible repre­ sentation, without charge, to interested senior citizens Wednesday, Aug. 1, from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 N. Main, Nashville. A short presentation- will also be provided. Legal services of South­ ern Michigan is a non-profit organization that provides legal assistance, representa­ tion and education to low income people in Calhoun, Branch, and Hillsdale coun­ ties and seniors in St. Joseph and Barry counties. The agency seeks, through its board, staff, volunteers and pro bono attorneys, to ensure that its clients are given equal access to the justice system. It is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the State of Bar of Michigan and local United Ways. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service Tracy Symonds, a Maple oriented person with chauf­ Valley High School gradu­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, ate, was one of 76 members benefits (full-time), good of Alma College’s Class of working environment. Also 2001 who graduated with hiring for night/weekends. honors when 277 students 248-7729. participated in commence­ In Memoriam ment services last spring. THE FAMILY OF Symonds graduated with a Frances Ray bachelor of fine arts degree, would like to express our with departmental honors in sincere appreciation to our art and design. friends and family for their cards, flowers, plants, food Antiques & contributions. Your kind ALLEGAN ANTIQUE words & prayers during this MARKET: Sunday, July difficult time ofher illness & 29th. Rain or shine, 400 ex­ the loss ofour mother, wife, hibitors - over 300 inside or grandmother, great grand­ under cover. Located right in mother & great great grandgrand­ Allegan, Michigan at the mother was very comforting. fairgrounds 7:30am-4:00pm Husband Bob Ray, children $3.00 admission. Free park­ Don & Carol Ray, Rebecca & Doug Scott, ing. Info, (616)735-3333. Sue & Alex Villanueva. Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquatic plants. Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia, (616)698­ 1030. Open M-F 9:00am5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: S635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Real Estate FIFE LAKE, KALKASKA County: 4.9 beautifully wooded acres in Spruce Lane. Ideal home site or rec­ reation spot. Driveway and cleared site already installed. Clot to state land, Manistee River and snowmobile trails. $25,900, $500 $500 down, $320/month, 11% land con­ tract. Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3188 or www.northernlandco.com for photos and survey. Recreation 1999 SUZUKI LT F-250 4 wheeler. Front & back racks, snow plow, winch, runs great, hardly used, 610 miles, $3,200 OBO. (616)758­ 4269 after 3pm. Wanted WANTED: standing timber, top prices paid for all Michi­ gan hardwoods. For over 21 years, call (517)852-0629 or (517)749-1057. Card ofThanks Mobile Homes PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: THE EXTENDED FAMILY of Keith Seitz expresses sincere apprecia­ tion to all relatives, neigh­ bors and friends for their care and concern at this sad time. A special thanks to Rev. Eric Lison and Mark Jarvi for their comforting words. Pray Funeral Home and organist, Edith Hale, Vermontville First Congre­ gational Church for the deli­ cious luncheon, Hastings Tendercare, pallbearers, and also for the numerous me­ morial donations, cards and flowers. We will be eternally grateful to Keith's care giver, Paula Steel, he would not have been able to live at home these past few years without her devoted care and attention. Keith was a man truly loved and ad­ mired by all who knew him, and now that he is gone, the Vermontville area has lost a vital link to local history. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status. an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers arc hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- THE FAMILY OF Evelyn Rhodes would like to thank the community ofVermontville for their thoughtfulness on the loss of our mother and grandmother. All contributions were greatly appreciated. The Rhodes family REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604________ ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary^ 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives and Teens IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. Farm TWIN CITY FOODS AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. For Rent NASHVILLE 3 BEDROOM apartment: washer/dryer hook-up, water, electric, gas & trash included, $600/month plus security deposit. Call Holly, (517)726­ 0796. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NASHVILLE: 2 BEDROOM apartment. (517)852-9386 July 9,2001 August 13,2001 September 10,2001 at Fuller Elementary October 8,2001 at Kellogg Community Center November 12,2001 at Maplewood Elementary December 10,2001 at Jr/Sr High School January 14,2002 February 11,2002 March 11,2002 Aparil 15,2002* (Third Monday) May 13,2002 June 10,2002 Garage Sale GARAGE SALE: one day only. Friday, 7-27 from 9am5pm Rain or Shine. Low pri­ ces, everything must go. Girls clothes, some womens & mens, household and lots of misc. Take M-66 south 2­ 1/2 miles to Guy Rd., turn right 1st house on the right. 6333 Guy Rd. YARD SALE: sat., July 28. 4738 S. M-37, Hastings. 3 Family sale. Furniture, dishes, books, computers, clothes (adults & kids), great dorm stuff, household, misc. Schedule of the Regular meetings of the Board of Education for 2001-2002 Board of Education meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Jr/Sr High School Library except as noted. �fhe Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 24, 2001 - Page 8 Putnam Library kids release 20 balloons Librarian Deidra Bryans helps the older kids play a geography game at the library special last Wednesday. Kids at Putnam Library get ready to leave for the park where they will let their balloons go. by Shawna Hubbarth « Ballet Wed., August 8th l-3pm & 5-8pm Thurs., August 9th l-3pm & 5-8pm v Pointe v Gymnastics CLASSES START THE WEEK OF SEPT. 1OTH w Lyrical September tuition is due at registration to hold your place in class Rates per month: $28 - 45 minute class $32 -1 hour class (Cecchetti & Pointe Classes) *Jazz « Hip Hop w Staff Writer Kids at the Putnam Dis­ trict Library sent off some 20 or so balloons into the air last Wednesday. The balloons were at­ tached to name cards with information to call the li­ brary if found. Whomever's balloon is found the far­ thest away will win a prize. The middle aged kids sent the balloons off in the park behind the library. In the back of the library Janice Crane read stories to the younger kids in an animated voice. The older kids played a game called "Where in the U.S. is Matt Lauer?" The game was led by Putnam Librarian Deidra Bryans, who said it is a geography based quiz game. Next week Wednesday, at 10:30 am, the library summer specials will con­ tinue with crafts. All ages are invited to attend. Tap * Combination For more information, please call CfenteT* x^r***^-' Ke■luly zSanaderson, Director Class for 3-6 616-374-7991 yrs. old " -USA/. MI 48879 Main, H/pod/nnd Janice Crane reads to the younger kids at Putnam Library. ^sgggsssssssssssssss Beef Beef Ribs Beef Porterhouse Pork Spare Ribs 1 lb pkg. Wampler Foods CHICKEN or TURKEY Steak . Franks Wow! Lean Ground Chuck 10 lbs. oorre r Amts. Country Maid Bareman’s Homo. Whole Milk Cream MB* 1/2 gal. Ice Castle Bareman’s Orange Juice ice Cream Sandwiches T-Bone steak s1.69/it> sssSSXSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS: tf] Deli Fratelli fl Diced Tomatoes - 88* Keebler Soft Batch Choc. Chip 8 qt. Canister Kool-Aid 7-7.8 oz. Asst. Var. Geno’s Pizza 12 pk. Northern Bath Tissue 13.5 oz. Doritos 1/2 gal. i aw/Post Cereals Golden Crisp, Waffle Crisp, Honeycomb, Oreo O’s, Alpha Bits, Marshmallow Alpha Bits Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 We Now Accept \ Summer Sto, Home: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sa Hmn Sun. Nro-6 Thekids watch their balloons go up, up and away llast week. Each balloon contains the phone number of the library and a name, and the one that travels the furthest will win a prize for that child. Wr.It.eC.a<&MdE aBT P ,„ SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Richard ]. Ewing ~ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-07-31.pdf e19975b773890f12f913631ae0ccec2b PDF Text Text UUUsn'rJ0 bss4 4p0nSTrAJG0E P Pl•ffd"dM LI Gs- Ml no 7 Published by J-Ad Gfrap iics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 31/July 31, 2001 Planck released from jail; judge reduces bond by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter Accused rapist Walter Planck of Nashville has been lodged in the Barry County Jail since his arrest May 2 on charges he al­ legedly forced a Nashville woman to have sex with him in his car. He became a free man Friday after Barry County Circuit Court Judge James • Fisher agreed to reduce Planck's bond from $250,000 cash to 10-percent of $25,000. Planck was released Fri­ day afternoon and will re­ main free while he awaits his Oct. 15 and 16 circuit court trial on three counts of first degree and one count of second degree criminal sex­ ual conduct. Each of the first degree rape charges carry a maxi­ mum possible penalty of life in prison while the other charge could result in a 15 year prison sentence if he is convicted. "The agreement to reduce bond has no bearing on the People's belief in the strength of the case," said assistant Barry County Prosecutor Jeffrey Cruz. At a circuit court hearing Komejan pleads not guilty to child pornography charges The man at the center of the nation's first case in which a state attorney gen­ eral has filed criminal enter­ prise charges to shut down a child pornography website stood mute to 38 racketeer­ ing and child pornography charges Thursday in Barry County Circuit Court. Michael Wayne Komejan, 27, of Nashville, is accused of operating a fee-based website containing more than 2,000 sexually graphic images of underage girls. Michigan Attorney Gen­ eral Jennifer Granholm has accused of Komejan of us­ ing the child pornographic images to make a profit by selling $24.99 monthly subscriptions to his website, Lolitaskin.com, which has been shut down by authorities. A not guilty plea was en­ tered on Komejan's behalf ana an Aug. 16 pretrial hear­ ing was scheduled beginning at 8:15 a.m. in Barry County Circuit Court. He remains free on bond. Walter Planck June 14, Cruz revealed his office was waiting for DNA tests. He refused comment Fri­ day on what led him to agree to the bond reduction. "One of the greatest con­ tributing factors to this in­ cident was alcohol use," said Cruz. "The conditions of his bond prohibit him from consuming alcohol, having contact with the victim and engaging in criminal activ­ ity." While he declined to re­ ment. veal whether Planck has a The 26-year-old victim criminal record, Cruz indi­ testified that Planck choked cated that Planck is not a and threatened to kill her and threat to the community be­ her unborn baby as she cause "he has been a mem­ fought with him to avoid ber of the community for a being raped in his car. "I told him I was preg­ while and there are no facts to indicate that while on nant, hoping it would make bond, he will continue crim­ him stop," said the victim, inal activity or consume al­ "And he said he'd kill me and my baby and then said cohol." However, a felony infor­ he wouldn't kill pie and my mation document prepared baby." The victim said she had by the Barry County Prose­ cutor's Office reveals that gone to the Outboard Bar in Planck was convicted Aug. downtown Nashville at 20, 1971 of uttering and about 11 p.m. May 1 with publishing in Barry County. friends after leaving her car Defense attorney Michael at the Mulberry Fore Golf McPhillips had no comment Course. According to her testi­ on the matter Friday follow­ ing the bond reduction hear­ mony, the woman and three ing. of her female friends were at Planck was bound over to the bar where they drank un­ circuit court May 11 follow­ til last call. ing testimony from the al­ The victim and one friend leged victim and from Sgt. Tim Rowse of the Barry See Planck released, pg. 2 County Sheriff's Depart­ Bomb discovered on Thornapple Lake lot The artillery piece found in a lot by Thornapple Lake is ex-rayed by a special unit of the National Guard from Detroit. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A hundred and fifty pound artillery shell was detonated by bomb spe­ cialists after Castelton township resident Rex Fisher found the shell on his father's property on Thornapple Lake last Thursday. Fisher was mowing the lawn on the lake lot when he noticed something pointing out of the ground. "My dad bought that lot about 2 1/2 years ago, and it was covered with junk," said Fisher. "I have been Spectators including Rex Fisher (middle) Mark Sanders (left) and Sgt. Bob Abendroth watch while the artillery piece is ex-rayed. steadily cleaning it up, and so I tried to get it out, and I couldn't so I came back up to the house and got a shovel, and I started digging and digging and I thought 'well that looks like a bomb! Fisher said after he fi­ nally pulled it out of the ground, he thought he might clean it up and put it in his den- whatever it was. When Fisher told an E.W. Bliss co-worker, Mark Sanders, a staff sgt. with the 182 Field Ar­ tillery unit of the National Guard, about the object, Sanders decided to check the piece out for himself. What Sanders saw alarmed him. "He said, boy I don't know if I would mess with that," recalled Fisher. "He said it looked dangerous." After receiving no assis­ tance from the Michigan State Police, Fisher said, Sanders contacted the Na­ tional Guard in Detroit about the piece. "Then the Sheriffs De­ partment in Hastings got in touch with the military in Detroit." Thursday morning, the Emergency Ordinance Disposal Team from Self­ ridge Air Force Base ar­ rived at Fisher's doorstep. "They cleaned it off and started x-raying it all over," said Fisher. Representatives from the EODT had no comment Thursday. See page 2 Rex Fisher measures the piece in his backyard last week. He found the round while mowing. In This Issue • Nashville man wants to build air museum in Charlotte • Syrup Corporation donates benches for Vermontville • Car rolls over into river • Rain sticks among highlights at Putnam summer program �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31,2001 - Page 2 Planck released, continued from pg. 1 "were just messing around" she said when they pulled up their shirts exposing their bras. Planck told police he had also gone to the Outboard Bar that night to drink and play pool after working his shift at Kenyon's Service in Vermontville. "Later, the victim and her friends left the bar, drove around and stopped at the Shell gas station looking for more beer, she said. After about an hour, she asked to be dropped off at the bank where she realized she did not have her house keys, she said. Scenvmet Time... Dianas Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Road s Diana Kuempel 852-9481 "I had left them in my car at the golf course so I started walking down Main Street," she said. "I got to the bridge and a red car pulled up and all I could think of was I didn't want to walk up that hill." The woman does not know Planck and had never seen his car before, she tes­ tified. Planck, she said, "just asked me if I wanted a ride." But instead of taking her to the golf course on M-66 just north of the village, Planck drove past, she testi­ fied. Meanwhile, Barry County Sheriff Sgt. Tim Rbwse who was in town to assist Nashville police officer Bill Gutschke on a previous matter, noticed Planck's car just as it stopped on the bridge at about 2:45 a.m., he testified. "I had pulled my car up beside Officer Gutchke and we were talking when I no­ ticed the car stopped on the bridge," he said. Rowse did not see another person on the bridge but noted that the car was stopped for about 30 sec­ onds before proceeding north on M-66, he said. "I followed it out of town and caught up to it just south of Thornapple Lake Road," said Rowse. After checking the license plate number, he continued north on M-66 while the car turned east onto Thomapple Lake Road. "I was almost to State Road when it came back to an address on West Thor­ napple Lake Road," said Rowse. "I remember think­ ing that it was strange that the vehicle turned east away from where the registered owner lived." Rowse testified that he didn't see anyone in the car other than the driver and that there was no reason to pull the car over at that time. On Thornapple Lake Road, Planck allegedly made another right turn and parked on either’ a dirt road or a "two track" and got out. Planck allegedly forced the woman's shorts and un­ derwear off ofher before rap­ ing her and performing oral and digital sex. Also during the attack, the victim memorized the name tags "Butch" and "Kenyon's Service" on the man's blue shirt and any­ thing else she could about the car and his face to report later to police. After the alleged rape, Planck returned to the driver's seat, saying he would take her home. "I didn't want him to know where I lived so I told him to drop me off at the Shell," she said, noting that Your homeowners policy comes with something extra eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help—in good times and in bad-year after year. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ThtNc TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 she tried to obtain his li­ cense plate number, then went immediately to the home of a nearby friend and called 911. The victim testified she did not suffer any physical injuries other than a cut on her ankle, a scratch behind her ear and vaginal pain. During cross examina­ tion, defense attorney Michael McPhillips asked the victim if she had offered Planck sex for $50 earlier in the evening at the bar. "I absolutely did not," she said. Bomb found, from pg. After quite a time, x-ray­ ing and examining the ar­ tillery piece, Fisher said they came over to him and said one sentence. "Let's blow it up," Fisher said the specialist told him. Fisher stayed behind at home, but Sanders fol­ lowed the specialists to a gravel pit, owned by the Barry County Road Com­ mission. The piece, Sanders said, was considered by the EODT to be a non-typical artillery shell, and Naval in origin. "They believe it was a Howitzer round, and they think it was from the Navy, because it had two seating bands and usually the Army ones have only one," said Sanders. While it could not be determined to be active or inactive, the round was blown up by seven pounds of C4 plastic explosions. Sanders said the EODT could not speculate how the 31-inch, 150 round came to find its home on Fisher's dad's lot. Fisher himself has some ideas. He said he has neighbors whose father worked at E.W. Bliss dur­ ing WW II, at which time pieces like these were sent there to be melted down. "It turns out some of them came to be live bombs, and the live ones got sent to Chicago, and one, the man said, blew up a section in the Chicago foundry when it went off," said Fisher. But, Fisher said that is just speculation. "I just wonder where in the heck this came from and I don't think we will ever know, unless some­ one out there knows," Fisher said. "Needless to say it has been quite an exciting week out here at my house," Fisher said, laugh­ ing. Fisher said he has no plans to go digging around on the property. "Part of me says if there was one there, maybe there is more or something else there, but I gotta tell you, I think I have had my share of excitement for a while," he said with a laugh. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad today 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 ................ .... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship............................... 11 mM.orning Celebration ..... ..10 a.m. Evening Worship 6p . Contemporary Service, Wednesday Family Relevant Practical Teaching, Night Service ................. 6:45 p.m. Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Leadership Training Phone: 543-5488 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 am. P.M. Worship ........... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ..................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Rhone: (517) 852-9228 PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School................................ 10 A.M. Service................................ 11:15 P.M. Service........................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service...................................... 11 P.M. Service .............................. 7 p.m. Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE . Church Service ................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ...................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................................... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 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 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday School W.orship............ 10 a.m. 11 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School ..................... 10 a.m. Church Service..................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .......................11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book ol Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, July 31. 2001 - Page 3 Bob’s Family Raceway now includes Sand Drags Clarence Wesley Vance r%^u. ..X w**jii*»l r^u. t to f*^ fesa.*^ fesa.*^ ?to> Sit* SJSI toi^l tek."*r%f ‘। ek"rf‘ t JN*,' ^tbey *«L[* frou t||t ■Hud ho.HujJ *<! < k *toW w • w be be n« Kicthtd ®to«ilkL Mid »B [fens. teEODT lillt I® ’tohsi|iib kt is hk (mu 'ktot.liiijn filial I few ilffltoitoidtutainl OtsH ftassome CHARLOTTE - Clarence Wesley Vance, 76, of Charlotte, Michigan, died Friday, July 27, 2001. Mr. Vance was bom April 9, 1925 in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of Clayton and Maggie (Taylor) Vance. He was a laborer at Owens-Illinois Brockway Glass Containers and had been a member of Eagles Aerie of Ohio. He enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren, fish­ ing and collected coins and stamps. He is survived by his wife Gay (Kessinger) Vance; daughters, Sue Vance of Dimondale, Brenda (Chuck) Tomlinson of Charlotte, Chris (Steve) Morris of Charlotte, Terri (Joe) Jenson of Charlotte, Rita Poyer of Bellevue; son, William (Sue) Vance of Bellevue; 15 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; sister, Alpha Meadows of WV; brothers, Dennis Vance, Leonard Vance, Jim Vance, Jack Vance, Garland Vance, Bob Vance, all of WV; Jerry Vance of FL, Cecil Vance of IL. He was preceded in death by brothers, Clinton Vance and Charles Vance and sis­ ters, Retha Facemyer and David Neil Wakley SUNFIELD - David Neil Wakley, of Danby Twp./Sunfield, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2001 at his son David's house at the age of 64. David was born July 2, 1937 in Lansing, MI, the son of John Sidney and Lillian Violet (Casteel) Wakley. He was an avid knife collector, loved hunting and the outdoors. He was employed at Diamond Reo, and General Motors, retiring from the Delta Engine Plant. Surviving are his 4 children, Laura (Tony) Cushman, David B. (Jeri) Wakley, Steven J. (Tammi) Wakley, and Neil (Heidi) Wakley; 13 grandchildren; 2 sisters and a brother, Laura (Bill) Swift, Ron (Margaret) Wakley, and Janice Whitehurst. He was preceded in death by a sister, Judy Wakley. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 26, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203______ 945-2243 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twllite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows__ $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students A Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon - Thurs Unlimited Ff DflnR Refill* * -26* CO' O' Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View _ TIM BURTON plANET SHOWTIMES 7/31 - 8/2 Coma on in and GO APE! Enter tn win the GRAND PRIZE trip to see the apes at Busch Gardens Florida! QPLANET OF THE APES (PG-13) OISITAUSHDIUM SEATIK 11:30, 1:50, 4:20, 6:50, 9:20 O AMERICA'S SWEETHEARTS (PG-13) OltlTAl/STADIUM tEATIM 12-00, 2:30, 4:45, 7:15, 9:30 O JURASSIC PARK III (PG-13) OIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATIKB 11:40, 1:35, 3:30, 5:25, 7:30, 9-40 THE FAST & THE FURIOUS (PG-13) 5:00. 7:05, 9:10 CATS & DOGS (PG) 11:30,1:20,3:10 f& Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad O Hastings 4-jnr u Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, ML Rev. Brian Sheen Pastor of the Sunfield United Methodist Church officiated. Interment services were held at the Danby Cemetery, Mulliken, MI. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ionia' Area Hospice, or A.L.S.A in memory of Mr. Wakley. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information log onto www.legacy.com Ruth Linville and son-in­ law, Brian Poyer. Funeral services were held Monday, July 30, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, Michigan. Pastor Paul Davis and Rev. Jim Vance officiated. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery in Bellevue. Further information is available at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. by Bonnie Prater CLARKSVILLE — What do you get when you mix the following ingredients: • a warm summer day •warm sand • hot vehicles • paddle tires • and some spectators Put these things together and you get one of the newest and most exciting events around, the Sand Drags at Bob's Family Raceway. Bob's Family Raceway now features Sand Drags, along with their Scramble Races, for public entertainment and participation. This is the second year for the Sand Drags at the area establishment. The participants bring out their high horse powered vehicles that range from jeeps, trucks, rails, Quads and motorcycles to compete. Those who compete include racers from Nashville and Hastings. There are a number ofjuniors who take part as well as a number of women drivers. In the future, Bob's also hopes to attract Top Fuels as well. "Drag the family out and scramble over to Bob's Family Raceway," said Bob Jackson. The Sand Drags race even' third Sunday. For the dates of events check Bob’s Family Raceway's web site: http://www.bobsfamilyrace way.20m.com Call 945-9554 for classifieds Lobby hours 6 days a week Mortgage Loans Savings Accounts CDs Thrift Checking ATM's/AII Offices What’s your bank’s name this week? IRA's Goris, Ferris aid West team in loss EAST LANSING —- The East team rolled to a 38-14 win over the West squad Saturday in the 21st annual Michigan High School Football Coaches Association All-Star game at Spartan Stadium, giving the East an 11-10 advantage in the all-time series. Two local athletes — Maple Valley's Eric Goris and Delton Kellogg's Bill Ferris — were members of the West squad in a contest that brought back 88 senior stars for the hard-hitting gridiron event. Goris, at 6-3, 220 pounds, played offensive guard and helped open some gapping holes for the West runningbacks to run through. Goris will play this fall at Albion College. Ferris, at 5-11, 280 pounds, played noseguard for the West gridders and was credited with making four tackles. The East not only scored its share of points, but stymied the West's offense during the game's opening half. In the first two quarters, the East tallied 24 points and held the West scoreless. Home Eguity Lines With all the mergers and acquisitions going on today, it's almost impossible to keep track of your bank's name. But not if you make your bank, our bank. We're Eaton Federal Savings Bank. And we're here for you. Always here, with exceptional customer service, mortgage loans and a complete line of savings and checking products. We even have lobby hours on Saturday and convenient ATM's at all five office locations. Now you can even check account information with our new touch tone phone access system. So now, what's the name of your bank? We suggest you make it Eaton Federal Savings Bank, serving this area for over sixty years. Eaton Federal [FDIC EQUAL HOUSING | INSURED LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 v Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31, 2001 - Page 4 Nashville man wants to build air museum in Charlotte Gino Lucci, of Nashville, (left), stands with former Air Force and airline pilot Tom Bridge, next to story boards. Lucci said the boards are used to educate people at fairs and air shows about air history. The Dog House < & ® ® Pet Grooming V/jUi/ Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds ^ra^uate °fMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand- Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands __Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request - Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ Call for an appointment (517) 726-OOOJr 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 ' '■Groomer Ballet by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer "We lose 1,000 World War II Veterans a day," said Gino Lucci of Nashville. "And what I want to do is give these veterans a voice. I wouldlike to preserve their his­ tory." And Lucci will do just that, if all goes well with his plans to build what he calls The North American Air Museum at Charlotte's municipal airport. Lucci said he hopes to build a museum, filled with flight artifacts and military memorabilia. But, he said it will not just be a regular museum. "Most museums you go to you can look at things, but I would like this to be more a learning center, in­ teractive museum, where kids and adults can actu­ ally touch and push but- Tom Bridge holds a historical uniform and a radar from a Lockeed P2V7 , a four engine bomber. The radar was used extensively from 1942-1982 to detect submarines in the water. tons on our exhibits." Lucci said he has re­ ceived the approval, but no funding from city offi­ cials. Lucci himself is a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Gulf War and Kosovo con­ flict and a member of the Air National Guard. He is heading up the project with Tom Bridge, a former Air Force and airline pilot from Pennsylvania. Many of the artifacts Lucci has for the museum come from a defunct Pennsylvania air museum, where he worked with Bridge. If he can get a building constructed, he said he has the promise of several historic airplanes. "We still have all the equipment from that mu­ seum, and we had to get rid of the aircraft...," said Bridge. Lucci said support has already been great for the project. He said people, ranging from 20-60 years old, have come to him volunteering to help in whatever way they can. Lucci said he picked the airport as the location be­ cause of its vicinity by Lansing. "Lansing had a tremen­ dous role in advancing aviation in World War II." Lucci said he sees the project in three phases. Gino Lucci stands with a 1942 flight suit and a practice bomb from the 40's. Lucci said he has a lot of old air history memorabilia. "The first phase is to bring in the airplanes. We want to bring in a Lock­ heed P2V7 Neptune, from the '50s, a DC-3, which represents the '30s and '40s and an F-4 Phantom which represents from Vietnam to the present," explained Bridge. "We have also had peo­ ple who want to donate Continued next page Wednesday August 8th I-3pm & 5-8pm Thursday August 9th 1 -3pm & 5-8pm « Pointe CLASSES START THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 10TH Gymnastics September tuition is due at registration to hold your place in class « Lyrical Rates per month: $28 - 45 minute class « Jazz « Hip Hop $32 - 1 hour class (Cecchetti & Pointe Classes) '« Tap For more information, please call r Combination Class for 3-6 yrs. old Kelly Sanderson, Director ) SfQpp 616-374-7991 115 N. Main, Woodland Ml 48879 •his a small model of a German Messerschmitt 109 used in World War II, one that Gino Lucci hopes to eventually replicate at the air museum he is planning.. �From previous page civilian aircraft and it makes a great tax write­ off," said Lucci. The second phase, he said which he would like to see in the next three years, is to actually get funds to put up a building for the learning center mu­ seum. "Our biggest challenge right now is getting the funds to get this going," he said. The third phase, he said is maintaining the mu­ seum, and is an ongoing phase. "At that point we would like to get Civil Air Patrol, and a Boy Scout Explorer post, where kids can learn all about air space and all it entails." Also, down the road, Lucci said, is plans to replicate nearly non-exis­ tent German planes for learning purposes. "We have a small model of a Messerschmitt 109, which was used in W.W.II Engagements Wyble-Joseph Jamie Renee Wyble and Robert Paul Joseph Jr. hap­ pily announce their engage­ ment. Jamie’s parents are Thomas and Kristine Wyble. Bobby’s parents are Rex and The Maple Valley News, Nashville,Tuesday, July 31, 2001 - Page 5 and the Battle of Britain. nia for a job opportunity, and running from 7-9 p.m. tickets or for other ques­ This is a German aircraft and he loves the area. "It will be a great time," tions, contact Gino at that we would like to’ Fundraising for the pro­ said Lucci. "People are (517) 852-0230, or email eventually replicate at the encouraged to come him at pitmuseum. It was the most ject is ongoing. On Sept. 29, at the Charlotte air- . dressed in the times or just tanker@yahoo.com. The feared aircraft by U.S. port, they will be putting come out in shirts and project also has a website bomber pilots in W.W.II," on a Big Band Hanger jeans." said Bridge. at www.northamericanairAlso, people can apply museum.org. Lucci said he moved to Dance, featuring a 15 for membership in the mu­ Nashville from Pennsylva- piece W.W.II music band, "We just want to bring seum for $35 per individ­ these memories alive," ual membership or $50 for said Lucci. "Everyday, family membership. when veterans pass away, Membership has many we lose the opportunity to advantages, allowing peo­ tell their story. This way, if ple to be a part of preserv­ say for instance, your ing history and to network grandfather flew in with other people who love W.W.II, and you donate a The Vermontville Town­ and Firefly Beach by air history. flight jacket or something, ship Library still needs your Luanne Rice. On the agenda next year we can put a plaque under used books for the book sale Junior Fiction The is plans for an air show to it and can explain that and that is scheduled for Aug. Scream Museum and The benefit the museum. preserve that history, 11. The sale will be held Surfing Corpse by Paul To join the mailing list which I feel is very impor­ from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Zindel, What Scares You The for the project, get dance tant." Proceeds from this sale will Most? by R.L. Stine, The be used to purchase new fur­ Clue on Crystal Dove by niture for the junior section. Carolyn Keene, Once Upon Vidoes rent for $1 a week. a Mix Up (Full House There is also a good select of Sisters) by Carol Ellis, The videos that are free for one Hostage Crisis (Malcolm in week. the Middle) by Tom Mason, Farewell to Earth (I was a New materials at the library. Teenage Alien) by Bruce Excavating-Trucking-Grading Coville, Close to You (Sweet Videos - Dudley Do10076 Nashville Hwy. Right, Batteries Not Valley High Senior Year) by Vermontville, Ml 49096 Included, Annie and The Francine Pascal, Reality Book of Pooh. Check (Turning Seventeen) (517) 726-0088 - Days Adult Non-Fiction - K-Iby Jaqueline Carrol, Prime (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours S-S guide to weight loss Time (Clearwater Crossing) (Keep it simple series) by by Laura Peyton Roberts, Sand~ Driveway Gravel Barbara Ravage and The Dolphin in Deep (Animal Ark) by Ben Baglio and The Mayo Clinic on managing Stone Products Diabetes. Copycat Mystery (The Boxcar Children) by Adult Fiction - Hide and ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ Gertrude Chandler Warner. Seek and Finders keepers both by Catherine Palmer, The Duchess by Beatrice Small, Black Cross and Mortal Fear both by Greg Illes, Outlaw Kingdom by Matt Braun, A Feral Darkness by Doranna Durgin, Dance Upon the Air by Nora Roberts, My Lady Beloved by Lael St. James Vermontville Library needs used books SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. US POP &OUR fMt • custom arrows • bows • butt target • 3-D targets Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN, Repairs, windows, decks, new construction. Al­ bert Sears, (517)726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Grashuis couple to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Carl and Edith Grashuis of Coats Grove are cele­ brating their 25th wedding anniversary on July 30, 2001. They will be guests of honor at a special dinner hosted by their family. FOR RENT IN Vermont­ ville, 1 bedroom apartment, $450 per month, all utilities included. Call (517)852-3939. NASHVILLE: 2 BEDROOM apartment. (517)852-9386 ■■ Help Wanted Hastings Banner DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. and get all the news of Barry County County. Call 945-9554 todaj headquarters for hunting & fishing licenses Your Hoods? twin odl i? Landscaping Timber Split Rail Fence IO" Cedar Price includes 1 post and 2 rails For Rent FOR RENT IN Nashville, 1 bedroom apartment, $450 per month, includes washer & dryer, carport, garbage, and cable. (517)852-3939 . S ubscrib e to th«e*.. _ SUPPLttS Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquat­ ic plants, Goldfish & Koi, lin­ ers, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kala­ mazoo, Caledonia, (616)698­ 1030. Open M-F 9:00am5:30pm; Sat. 9:00am-2:00pm. 3-1/2 Inch Innovative concrete systems Concrete Paving Slabs rv7'>^.Lawn Edging J $<65 Bfc Straight Borders, White & Red ■ Ea. $«M125Ea. 18"xl8" Natural & Red Cobble Lite™ Paving Stones Curved Borders, White & Red Penny Pavers 12"xl2" Natural Charcoal 12" Round Red Charcoal 12" Hexagon Red Charcoal Gold or Range Red Easi-Wall Spartan Grass Seed Fishing Baits and License TIhometowni LUMBER & HARDWARE __ 219 S. State in Nashville Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. VISA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31, 2001 - Page 6 Vermontville Library keeps kids entertained during summer by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Kids enjoyed a variety of activities at the Ver­ montville Library last Tuesday, during the sum- mer program. Older kids put on a skit for the-younger children Realtors, arid Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real 27Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansihg-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI OPPORTUNITY REALTOR MLS raced on string. Everyone played a game called School Bus, which ties into the' Library’s theme of Reading Road! Trip U.S.A, for this ^ummet; Carla1 Rfi'msey* who works in (he library said that the sumnidf program Hearty Meals “ Wednesday, Aug. 1 Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI....... ....................................... .............. Eves. 726-0223 Shredded BBQ Pork, Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).................................................................................. 726-1234 baked beans, cole Slaw; bak­ Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................... 852-5066 ery bun; spiced apples. Thursday, Aug. 2 Seafood salad, Spanish bean salad, peaches, cookie. Friday, Aug. 3 Turkey noodle soup, tossed salad, asparagus, crackers, cherry crisp; ON 2+ WOODED ACRES Monday, Aug. 6 PRICE REDUCEDI SOUTH OF NASHVILLE IN THE COUNTRY Roast pork, sweet pota­ SELLER MOTIVED! Secluded setting, 3 bedroom ON 10 ACRES toes, green beans, apple NOW $114,90011! manufactured home, 3 years 4 bedroom, sets high with stuffing, cookie. LOCATED NEAR old, full basement; fireplace, “country view" lots of room Tuesday, Aug. 7 master bedroom with bath. HASTINGS MIDDLE for the family. Large barn on • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available SCHOOL 3 bedroom^ 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call Nyle. (CH-129) updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry; (H-133) VACANT LAND PRICES recently v REDUCED!! CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66. Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. JUST LISTED! Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub,- walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must seel! (CH-141) IN NASHVILLE. NICE LARGE LOT Great for nature lovers; 2 story, 4 bedroom,?! 1/2 bath home, some hardwood floors & trim. Call Homer for appointment to see or more “info". ' (N-139) TOO NEW FOR PICTURE JUST LISTED! 2 story home, 1 1 110 ACRES Nice corner Location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Nashville. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) ro^n WfliSen/2 bedrooms & batijr'lst floor laundry, enclosed porch. Call Homer. (N-140) NEW LISTING 1.4 acres on blacktop road, trees, creek, nat. gas available. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call more details. Homer for (VL-138) and; will hear' an interac­ tive .story, along with; games and crafts'; Children of .all ages^ard welcome to attend. Commission on Aging Menu EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HIYIS" is going well, with average attendance being around 35 kids. The 2 pirn. pro­ ‘grain run?'every Tuesday at the library through ■ Aug. .,, • ’ J _ ' Next 'wee|t, .Rumsey said, the children will be going on a pretend.' hike Chester Gospel Church to have Bible school Starting Monday morn­ ing, Aug. 13, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.rri. through Friday morning Aug. 17 Chester Gospel Church will hold family vacation Bible school for children (ages 4 to Sixth grade only). James and Renee Vance from the Capitol Area Child Evangelism Fellowship will be teaching the children about “Surf’n God’s Word.” ing with other Children their ages. For more information, call (517) 543-6533. Chicken pineapple saladf- Vegetable salad, apricots; potato salad; miked fruit, English muffin. Events dinner roll, Jell-O.Wednesday, Aug - 1 Lite Menu Hastings, craft/nail day; Wednesday, Aug. 1 Cbld chicken thigh, potato ■Nashville, Wills, Legal Aid; salad, mandarin oranges, Woodland, Social Day; Delton, Blood Pressure Day. dinner roll. Thursday, Aug? 2- HastThursday, Aug. 2 Ground bologna, baked ings, music; Nashville, binbeans, fruited Jell-O, white go; Delton, gone, swimming. bread. Friday, Aug. 3 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, Popcorn Friday, Aug. 3 Turkey and Swiss, cole Day; Woodland, Bingo. Monday, Aug. slaw, summer mixed fruit, 6 Hastings, music; Nashville, w.w. bread; Kathy Exercise/Diabetes; Monday, Aug. 6 Wing dings, cole slaw, Woodland, Game Day; Delton, Game Day. sunrise Jell-O, dinner roll. Tuesday; Aug. 7 Tuesday, Aug. 7 Puzzle Day; Peanut butter and honey, Hastings,, Nashville, Puzzle Day. See us for personalized greeting cards, festive holiday stationery & more.; from hrlson Save 15% Off WHEN YOU ORDER NOW THROUGH JULY 31, 2001 Real Estate VACANT PARCELS NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE (2) - 3 acre parcels on black­ top road. Some trees, seeded to alfalfa. Call Homer. (2) - 13 acre parcels paved road, nat. gas available, ponds, some trees, seeded to alfalfa. (VL-134/137) KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 beautifully wooded acres close to Fife Lake, state land, Manistee River. Ideal get­ away location. Drive and cleared site already installed. Electric. $25,900, $500 down, $320/month, 11% land con­ tract. Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3188 or www.northemlandco.com for photos and survey of Spruce Lane. Gray 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 Open Monday - Friday 8:30 - 6:00 Saturday 8:30 -1:00 �The Maote VaMev News. Nashv*e. Tuesday. July 31.2001 - Page 7 Syrup Corporation donates benches for Vermontville by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Three new benches have been donated to Ver­ montville from the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Corporation. The benches, placed around town, honor those who have been active in the corporation and have passed away, said Corpo­ ration President Gene Fisher. A total of five benches have been do­ nated. One bench is donated to Amos Haigh, who Fisher said was a producer for many year and also on the board of directors of the corporation. ' , "He did a lot to help us -Out,1* Said Fisher. Also honored' is -Edith Benedict, who Fisher said was a producer nearly her whole life, and her hus­ band's parents were one of the original founders of the festival., ,, "She was involved in the festival all her life,”‘said Fisher. Also honored is Darwin Sample, a head carperiter, 1 who donated his skills and many, miriy hours building the stage and Maple Manor. . "He was an invaluable help to us, and carpenter­ wise, if there, was some­ thing that needed to be Center Get your special summer photos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families' photographs 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 35MM0RAPS DOUBLE PRINTS I-Hour Service additional 99* NOW ONLY... with original processing k. 4x6 prints only t panoramic 4x7 Gene Fisher (top, left). Steve Hayes (right), and Gerald Lundstrum, installed the benches donated by the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation in memory of those who devoted their time to the corporation, done, we called him,,” said Fisher. "These benches are for sitting down in and relaxing and' enjoyihg the scenery," he .said. Fisher, corporation vice president Steve Hayes and Gerald Lundstrum installed the benches. "They are very sturdy and are made out of recy, cled milk jugs. They are Calendar of Events MSU Extension Office Aug. 1 PHOTO Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Aug. 4 Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Aug. 5 Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. Aug. 6 Small Animal Sale Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Aug. 9-11 Farm Days, Prairieville. Aug. 10-12 State Horse Show, MSU Pavilion. Aug. 11 Horse Show, 10 a.m., Farm Days Prairieville. Aug. 12 Judged and Competition Trail Ride, Lux Arbor. Aug. 13-17 Wild Wonderful Water Day Camp, Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. Aug. 15 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office. maintenance free and will last many, many years/ Fisher said. APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGL E SET Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: - ___ INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net Car rolls into river A 20-year-ofd Nashville man called 911. Saturday night to report that his car had accidentally Tolled into the Thornapple River from where it was parked on Middle Street in Nashville. The told dispatchers that the car is "sinking fast" and that he needed a fast wrecker. Authorities were unable to recover the car from the river after trying for nearly one hour with the help of the Nashville fire depart­ ment and Nashville police. The car was fished from the river Sunday morning and no injuries were re­ ported. Vern’s Repair & Sport and we can give you 4x6 standard, color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIGPrints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives $495 s 8x10 as low as 5x8 - $2.50 IRnu.bbber MbaedreS ttoa omrdpe®r CUSt 5 check ourPnricfiS* nrrliCcf!iS!*l Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $4IWQ5 0 as low as 250 1-color Looking for Specialty Papers INe have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures Your Fisfi-n-Fun Store ★ Evinrude/Johnson Outboards ★ MotorGuide Trolling Motors starting at $99.99 ★ Zoom, Yamamoto, Berkley ★ Propane Tanks Filled ★ Mason Batteries ★ Gillgetter Pontoons ★ Lowe Fishing Boats ★ Live Bait ★ Snapper & Simplicity Mowers NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! At the corner of Nl-66 6- M-50 - Woodbury 517-566-8353 Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 616.945.9105 . . Gray Bam OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31, 2001 - Page 8 Michigan exchange students meet in Vermontville Many students from Michigan will be making their way across the world as ambassadors for the Lions International Youth Ex­ change this summer. They recently met in Vermontville for an orientation luncheon before their adventure began. Attending the luncheon were Katrina Donahue of Breckenridge, who is going to Peru; Cassie Yates of Linden, traveling to Bel­ gium; Scott Kelly of Holt and Loren Crandel from Traverse City, who are going to France. Tiffany Williford and Lorena Castro, both of Detroit, are headed for Japan, Megan Vandenmeer from Holland is going to Italy, Bethany Adams from Vermontville and Sara Laase from Hesperia are both traveling to Finland. Australia and New Zealand are the destinations for Hillary Grant of Vermont­ ville. Jennifer Bloom from Mt. Morris is going to Austria and Germany will meet Alex Lorenz of Vermontville. All the students will be placed with families who have applied to be host fam­ ilies with the Lions in their area. The students are to fit into their host families’ life and learn many oftheir cus­ toms and ways oflife and to bring American good will along with them, teaching their host families some­ thing about America’s cus­ toms, too. For more information about becoming a host fami­ ly or being an exchange stu­ dent, call Bill Mason at (517) 726-0286. Ice cream social will be Aug. 12 in Vermontville The Vermontville Histor­ ical Society will be host for an ice cream social and open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, at the museum, located on the village square on Sun­ day, Aug. 12, in conjunc­ tion with the Vermontville SPECIAL MEETING The Nashville Village Council will hold a special meeting on August 13, 2001, at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers. The purpose will be to accept bids on the upcoming water project. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 100 fJOIN AN OUTSTANDING TEAMT | Applications are currently being accepted through August 6th for a part-time Dietary Relief Associate position. Must be available to work various shifts between the hours of 5:30 a.m. & 8:30 p.m. and scheduled week­ ends. Food service experience desired ... institutional cooking skills a plus. Further onsite training provided. Part-time hours to begin with future opportunities. Rates from $8.46 per hour and based on experience. If quality service is your desire, apply in person at Thomapple Manor. cQidrnapple rnappe Summerfest. Visitors can take in a bit of local history and have a dish of ice cream, courtesy of the Vermontville Histor­ ical Society. Garage Sale These are the young people from all over Michigan who are traveling ambassadors for the Lions International Exchange this summer. Pleasantview Family Church plans Bible school Aug. 6-10 FAMILIES: womens & mens clothing, household, misc., books & toys. 6690 Thomapple Lake Rd. Thurs­ day, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 8am-5pm. 2 BARN SALE: Furniture, housewares, Christmas & home decorations & baby items. August 9th & 10th, 9am-5pm. 10879 W. Mount Hope Hwy., Vermontville. BIG YARD SALE: Aug 2nd4th, 9am-6pm at 418 Reed St., Nashville. TV, phones, VCR's, ref., stove, table, mu­ sic, dishes. A little of every­ thing, no junk. HUGE BARN SALE: used farm equipment, 800 wood pieces, baby clothes & much more. August 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th. 9am-6pm. 5850 W Gresham Hwy., Charlotte, between Ainger & Shay­ town. Watch" for signs. Pitt­ mans. Lost & Found The Pleasantview Family Church will host a Bible school for area children. JULY 21ST on Nashville Hwy. Found, a black Lab, choke chain, no tags. (517)726-1486 Young people at Pleasantview Family Church are anxiously awaiting their annual Vacation Bible NationalAds School. HOMEWORKERS NEED­ This years Vacation Bible ED: $635 weekly processing School will be hosted by mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Uncle Bob Homan of the Rural Bible Mission. It will Ext.5085 24hrs. be held Monday through Friday, August 6th - 10th from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, for grades K - 6th. The theme for this years program is “The Way Through”. Stories, lessons and songs will be centered on showing children of today how God provides for their IIV IIV daily needs just as He did for the Israelites after He rescued them from Egypt. The time will be filled with Bible stories, music and games to challenge the chil­ 5-YEAR dren. Daily competitions will LIMITED include Bible and song drills, TIAAE^onvour I llv_l_ts siiddeewiitth ain luiu-iBanr SAVINGS WITH ARMSTR ON G &COPPERTOBING AIRCONDITIONER 10-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON HEAVY DUTY­ SCROLL COMPRESSOR PARTS WARRANTY FROST HEATING & COOLING, INC Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 AwiS this special week of activities. The church is located at 2601 Lacey Road. If you have questions or need more information please contact Marsha McCarty at 616-721-9019. RN/LPN We currently have an opening for a full-time RN/LPN on 3rd shift (10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.). Long-term care experience would be a plus. We have excellent wages, benefits and working conditions. If interested in the opportunity to join a great team, submit your resume to: cQibrnapple Qibrnapple Director of Nursing Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 Wanted WANTED: standing timber, top prices paid for all Michi­ gan hardwoods. For over 21 years, call (517)852-0629 or (517)749-1057. tsaou atmsot mumlbocbsi scripture memorization and seeing who can bring the most people. Friends at Pleasantview Family Church welcome all the children from around the community to join them in Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville . ‘ Mich, Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31,2001 — Page 9 Pennington says time with the crew proves valuable Amy Pennington played basketball and softball as a prep athlete at Maple Valley High School and admits she knew nothing about women's crew before arriving on the Michigan State University campus just a year ago. "I didn't know a thing," Pennington said. "I was walking home from class one day and somebody said I should try it out." But after her first year with the Spartans' highly successful crew, Pennington has become a strong supporter and worker of the highly successful athletic program. "Now, I couldn't give it up," the 19-year-old sophomore majoring in business and athletic administration, explained. "It's something you have to work hard for everyday. I can't give it up." The Spartans' rowing crew began five years ago and today stands as one of the nation's elite. During the last two seasons, MSU has placed 10th and eighth at the NCAA championship. The Big 10 has become one of the most competitive rowing conferences in the nation with Michigan State, Michigan and Ohio State all having top notch programs. The Spartans finished third in the conference in 2001, but 10th in the nation. Ohio State wound up second in the Big 10 and sixth in the NCAA, while the Wolverines won the conference title and were second behind the University of Washington at the national championship held May 25-27 in Gainesville, GA. Crew has always had a strong following on both coasts, but its popularity in the Midwest has really PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- Amy Pennington (on left) poses for a photograph along with two of her Spartan crew teammates. (Photo provided) increased in recent years. Now in 2001, the Big 10 powerhouses stand right up there with the top crews in the Pacific 10 Conference and the Ivy League. MSU's womens' crew not only has been successful on its trips gliding across the waterways, but it is also impressive in its size. The Spartans had roughly 60 members on its female team a year ago. That number was around 88 before a few departed, mostly because of the intense training regimen the Spartans' crew actually goes through. "Many quit after winter training," Pennington explained. "It's very hard." Women's crew was introduced to MSU to help the school to comply with Title IX (a federal law that requires schools to offer equal opportunities for both male and female athletes) and has blossomed into a program that ranks amongst the best in the entire nation. This is no sport for the weak of heart or the weak in strength. Crew members run a lot... they lift weights a lot... and they spend countless hours mastering their craft, some of those hours on the indoor rowing machines. One of their regimens is called the Killer Loop which requires the athletes to go up four flights of stairs, run out to the middle of the university and even jump around a little bit. "I don't know what keeps me going," Pennington said. "I just can't give it up." Possible reasons why Pennington, and others, continue to persevere as As part of the crew's Machine Room, Pennington sits in the sixth seat (sixth from right in this picture) and helps to keep the MSU vessel in fine rhythm (Photo provided) “ViHAT AM YO0 WHIG!” @ this years Hastings Summerfest GraphICS CHECK IN TIME: 7:30 am Boys & Girls (Ages 13-16) TIP OFF COST: TIME: 8:00 am *25 per team Men & Women Men & Women&&£*j (Ages 17-25) (Ages 25+) Continued next page Team Name Team Name Team Captain Team Captain Team Name Mail In Apps to: Team Captain J-AD GRAPHICS c/o Jim Jensen 1351W. M-43 Hwy. Hastings,'Ml 49058 Phone# Phone# Phone# More Info? (616)945-9554 ext. 227 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31, 2001 - Page 10 Here crew members of the green and white prepare to put their vessel in the water with a goal of winning another event. (Photo provided) From previous page members of the crew: pride... conquering an extreme challenge... and being part of a family of friends. Those are just a few of the reasons why those dedicated to- the sport remain. Many, like Pennington, have never competed for a crew before landing on the East Lansing campus. Crew is not a prep sport in Michigan nor is it in many other areas of the United States. "Just being around my team," Pennington said when asked why she enjoys her sport so much. "All of these girls have their different talents. It is a lot of fun." i Michigan Streams and Lakes MSU's crew pulls out in front of squads from Iowa and Wisconsin in this race. (Photo provided) Pennington rode in a varsity boat as a freshman... not very common for a firstyear rower. She began with the first novice eight (a boat FREE GUIDEBOOKl 3252 LOST STREAM MAP FOUND AND Why every fisherman needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which 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- The recently published STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN is just like another map - known to Pennsylvania anglers j as the "Lost Stream Map." 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. Professor Higbee's Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. This new 4 foot by 4 foot color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan streams & lakes on both peninsulas . The "Stream Map of Pennsylvania" i was completed in 1965 after a thirty- I 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 STREAMS! 45,000 miles of streams onto a 3 x 5 foot map. RAVE REVIEWS 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 I work to the landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's possession. Professor Higbee was offered $400 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 amazingly detailed and names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can't even be found on topographic maps." John Pitarres OBSERVER-DISPATCH-Utica "If you're looking for the most Idefinitive maps ever created depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake .... then "Professor Higbee's Stream Maps" are without guestion the finest. Howard Brant THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER “It is in showing where to find out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman. Joe Gordon TRIBUNE-DEMOCRATJohnstown FREE LOCATION GUIDEBOOK INCLUDED Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the “Stream Map. “ Your map and guidebook will take you to the top 443_fishing waters - select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. f ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS 1 Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFE- I TIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off I surface, with brass eyelettes for easy hanging. । Send me 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid at $24.45 ea. । Send me 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED map(s) postage paid al $24.45 ea. । Send me 4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED map(s) postage paid at $44.45 ea. । Check or money order enclosed $ 2 - 3 DAY PRIORITY MAIL IN A STURDY TUBE Name Addres . | state City Zip Mail completed coupon with payment to: I J-AD GRAPHICS I 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. 1 P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 490580188 which includes the squad's top freshman athletes) and then moved into the first varsity four for the Central Championships held May 12-13 in Oak Ridge, Tenn. Wakeham has described members of the Spartans' crew as some of the strongest athletes on campus, right up there with the icers and the gridders. Being a member of the members of a crew to paddle Spartans' crew has sent 1.2 miles through the water. Pennington to a number of A top crew can normally places she probably would make one of those journeys have never ventured to if she in about six minutes and 30 wasn't on the team. Places seconds. like Elkhart, Ind., Coco Each crew includes eight Beach, Fla. (winter training rowers and a coxswain, who trip), Tampa (spring keeps the rowers in tune training) and Columbus, with what's going on and in Ohio. precision like a fine oiled Pennington enjoys the machine. The middle four travels and "not having to rowers (referred to as the go to class on Friday." power zone) work in what is MSU's fall home course called the Machine Room. is on Grand River and its Pennington operates out spring site is Sleepy of the Machine Room, Hollow on Lake Ovid. Lake providing rhythm for the Ovid is 15 miles north of boat and holding the rush of East Lansing. The Grand the vessel. She sits in the River Park is off of Lansing sixth seat, but also has sat Road by 1-496. in the fourth seat before Pennington now wants to while performing her see how far she can go with pulling responsibilities. the MSU crew. "Really it's all thrown at "To get better... to be you (what's required of faster," Pennington said. being a member of the "My goal is to be on the crew), you learn as you do first varsity eight. We lost it," Pennington said. "It's so four from our first varsity fun to be out there on the eight (because ofgraduation) water. Nothing can touch and one or two from our you." second. There's only so The boats that a crew many spots in the boats that operate from are about 60 they can fill." feet long and normally Pennington will soon weigh about 200 pounds. head back to MSU to begin MSU crew trains with the fall season. She says some of the finest facilities that through crew, in the nation. With a large friendships have been made, erg room-, indoor rowing her academics have been tank and a fully staffed enhanced and her strength weight room, the Spartans and conditioning have also have the equipment needed benefited through her to be one of the nation's involvement with this finest. And its training college squad which has program is also highly made MSU a national power regarded thanks to the efforts right up there with its of strength and conditioning hockey and mens' basketball coordinator Tim Wakeham. teams. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31,2001 - Page 11 Maplewood gets playground equipment Ground has been turned on the new playground at Maplewood. Principal Fred Davenport said the playground will be finished a couple of weeks before the new school year. si SHti*: ■ St: "‘Hl Hi The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters wish to thank the following businesses for making our first annual golf outing a success. Playground equipment sits in wrapping, ready to be installed on the new Maplewood playground. Youth cheerleading offered M I* h Maple Valley Youth Football program is adding cheerleaders in the fall. This is a new program to Maple Valley. This will be for fourth-eighth grade girls, coming between the seasons for softball and youth basketball. The cost is $40 per cheerleader. Included in the price is the uniform which Maple Valley eagers to begin practices , WsUiHid WWta ki skutoistajni) Sfc feBa itfutU ta,'lai'jiu siit Mfe lljpliitokoitk ninii ta s': It Is liTu fafcartri Practices begin for Maple Valley High School's girls basketball teams Monday, Aug. 13. The varsity team practices from 5-8 p.m. and the junior varsity and freshman squads practice from 5-7 p.m. Players must have physicals turned in to practice. Varsity coach Doug Cook igtit saisl mf ok cr M (m or art til® nlntR kuiI j & Wil* * liM> EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE Mulberry Fore .iiliilH SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS 1999 SUZUKI LT F-250 4 wheeler. Front & back racks, snow plow, winch, runs great, hardly used, 610 miles, $3,200 OBO. (616)758­ 4269 after 3pm. 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 Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461__________________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Shirley's Chuckwagon Citizens LLC Carl's Supermarket Mace Pharmacy Donna Marie's Studio of Dance Associated Construction TSK Roof Consultants Reynold's & Sons Sporting Goods DOOR PRIZES... Something Special by Kathy Nashville Shell Nashville Subway Clay's Restraunt □ood Time Pizza C-Store I Sidewalk Cafe Eaton Federal Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or I-800-870-7085 Jim Putman, of Holt, carded a hole-in-one at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course on July 25. Putman's ace came on the third hole. He used a four iron and a Taylor Made Top Flight XL 2000 golf ball. Mike Beachman witnessed the hole-in-one. Recreation • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies X,i Z,ii XZ* scored at Water & well We stock a complete line of... X Hole-in-card DRILLING & PUMP • Residential • Commercial • Farm * says that players should bring running shoes and basketball shoes to the practices. If you have any questions, call coach Cook at (517) 852-2144. SPONSORS... is theirs to keep at the end of the season. Sign up will be Thursday, Aug. 2 at the Maple Valley High School cafeteria from 7-8 p.m. There will be an informational meeting at 6:30 p.m. on the same night to answer questions a parent may have. If you have any questions, call Denise Myers at 726­ 0270, Julie Bodenmuller at 852-2287, or Sandy Carpenter at 852-9244. JH Photographic Studio Farm Bureau Insurance Lynn Denton Agency Nashville Auto Value State Farm Insurance Tai Gearhart Independent Bank Mulberry Fore Rod McMillon UkM ILTOA/ ★ Landscaping Service ★ OPEN + Garden Center ★ hours.- Mon.-Sat. 8-6 FRESH SWEET CORN Garden Chemicals Pond Chemicals - Pond Clarifier _ Algae Fix _ Aquatic Plant Food - Blue Water Tablets - Seven Dust Seven Concentrate Bug Be Gone Round Up - etc. - Miracle Grow Mir-Acid - etc. Hot Pepper Wax Rotenone Dust BULK SOILS Clean Topsoil Rich Black Dirt We Load - You Haul We Load - You Haul Red Enviro Mulch Beige Natural Mulch We Load - You Haul We Load - You Haul Orange Spanish Tile White Crystal Marble We Load - You Haul We Load - You Haul $16.50 yd. + tax,27 cu. ft. $19.50 yd. + tax,27 cu. ft. BULK MULCH $27.50yd. +tax,27cu. ft. $16.50 yd. + tax,27 cu. ft. BULK STONE $89.00 yd. + tax, 27 cu. ft. $95.00 yd. + tax, 27 cu. ft. Delivery Available ★ 3 to IO Yds. Call for Rates! NEW Load of Perennials & Shrubs Are In! 1 Hastings ■I Nashville M-79 s 0> o> Hours: Mon.-Sat.8-6 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE • CLOSED SUNDAY CUSTOMER SERVICE • QUALITY PRODUCTS • LOW PRICES 517*852-1864 HAMILTON — BLACK DIRT ■ Charlotte JUST 20 MINUTES EAST OF HASTINGS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 31,2001 - Page 12 Rain sticks among highlights at Putnam summer program Tailoring ^i^FJLJL V to serveyour charitable interests andfinancial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-lnterest Funds benefit a specif­ ic area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geographical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the char­ itable organizations and causes to be con­ sidered for grants. They can be estab­ lished in two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. Kids at the Putnam Library summer program work on painting their bug cars. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Young children had the chance to make their own African rain sticks at the Putnam Library summer You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foun­ dation as the beneficiary ofyour IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community founda­ tion in your living trust or will— _ • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys public charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture win make a difference in the lives of others and the life ofyour community. program last Wednesday. The children made the rain sticks out of cardboard tubes, filled with beads, and used stickers to deco­ rate the outside. They were delighted when they tipped them back and forth to hear the rain" sound. The middle and older aged children were busy making and painting cars that resembled bugs. Other kids were busy playing The Map Game. One person in the group picked a state and de­ scribed it while the others tried to guess the state. During these activities Janice Crane was reading stories to young children in the back room. The library special con­ tinues next week at 10:30 a.m. at Putnam Library in Nashville with crafts and games for children of all ages. P.O.Bfflt644 450 Meadow Run Drive -Strife 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone; 616-9454525 • Fate 616-945-4536 Amy Ruedisueli is happy with the rainstick she made at Putnam Library. Email: bcf@wfflis.net Website: wwwhanycf.org Amish Country Poultry Whole Chicken Troyers Boneless Bulk ' Pork Chops Skinless, Boneless pF Beef Sizzlers Chicken Breast Whole (U.S.D.A.) Angus N.Y. Strip Steak N.Y. Strip Loin Call before 5 pm for cutting instructions. ss sxssssxlsl>ss^ Yoder’s Deli Mustard Potato Salad DiGorno Pizzas 2 Liter Coke igO9 7.25 oz. Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Parade Kleenex Bounty Paper Towels Cream S 4I As Always... Many More Surprise Specials In Stere! All lb. pkgs.W 16 oz. Bareman’s Paying too much for car insurance Get affordable coverage from State Farm. See me to find out why State Farm insures one out of every five cars on the road today. 16 oz. Bareman’s Sour Cream Gallon Bareman’s The younger children work on various crafts at Putnam Library last week. I Can't Believe It's Not Butter 19.8 oz. ba Tostino’s Rolls Ore Ida Crinkles, Tater Tots, Golden Fries Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 We Now Accept W.I.C. & EBT few Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00»Prices good thru Saturday J A.M. Best Private Passenger Automobile Market Share by % of Direct Premium STATE FARM Allstate Farmers Nationwide USAA Source: Best’s Review, Property/Casimlty Edition, Inly 1998. QA.M. Rest Company, 1998. Used by permission. Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, Ml 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Stole Farm Mutual Automobile Insuroiu.a Colh|xmy olh|xmy liiol u. MJj Stole Farm Indemnity Company (NJ) • Home Offices. Bloomington, llliitoi-. www ilolelonn com � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-08-07.pdf 74f0e8cb0cfda3d4d4dc5cb2a4259c83 PDF Text Text MOKSmUClMHT I BISCNMM I prsrtstd US POSTAGE PAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMITN0.7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. OOtOO/OO PUBLIC LIBF 3 CHURCH ST Ml 49058 1 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com P Vol. 129-No. 32/August 7, 2001 Vermontville plans second annual Summerfest by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Second Annual Summerfest will hit the streets of Vermontville this Sunday, and organizer Ron Felder said it will be big­ ger and better than last year. "We have gotten a lot bigger response from the business owners and the community," said Felder. "I think its gonna be a lot bigger this year." The Country Harvest Band is sponsoring Sum­ merfest. From 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. people are invited to come downtown and take in live entertainment, a car show and many other attractions. The Thunder Floor Cloggers will take the stage from 4-5 p.m., and a dance stage will be set up for people to kick up their heels. There will be bleachers set up for those that just want to observe. Food will be offered from various organizations all day, and arts and crafts will be stationed around the park. One of the central at­ tractions is the antique car show. Felder said cars can enter for an $8 fee be­ tween 12-1 p.m., with the first 75 cars receiving a dash plaque. Trophies, sponsored by local and community businesses will also be given for various categories. The cars will be parked on Main Street, the ball fields and the park. A church will be having an ice cream social, and the Maple Manor will be open for syrup making demonstrations. All day long, there will be raffle tickets for various prizes, said Felder. "I've got tons of stuff do­ nated from Sunfield, Nashville, Hastings, Ver­ montville and Charlotte to give away," he said. "There will also be mule rides all day for the kids," he added. "We just really wanted to have a family event that doesn't cost an arm and a leg to go to and have a good time," said Felder. "People had a good time last year, and we hope to have it get bigger and bet­ ter each year." Felder said he could still use volunteer help and do­ nations. If interested call (517) 726-1029. Felder said anyone who would like to make donations to the raffle contests can also bring their goods the day of the event, where they will be registered. Metz resigns from Vermontville council This year's Vermontville Summerfest will feature an antique car show, among other things. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Councilman Roger Metz resigned at last week's Vermontville Village Council meeting, citing a move out of the village and a new job as the rea­ son. Metz will be moving out of the village to take a job as manager of the Thor­ napple Lake Estates. His resignation is effective Aug. 15. "I appreciated everyone on the council, and I ap­ preciate the support I re­ ceived from the commu­ nity," Metz said after the meeting. Everyone has been really nice and I am looking forward to this new job opportunity." In other business, the .council: . • Heard that the citizen's advisory committee, formed to look into police protection for the village, This year's Vermontville Summerfest will be bigger and better than last year, said organizer*Rpn Felder. v met on July 30 and will meet with- the sheriff on Aug.13 at 3:30 p.m. to an­ swer any questions. • Received a request from Jeff Fisher to use the ball field for a tournament on Aug. 18. He will be no­ tified that there is a $30 charge. • Heard a complaint about a potato chip truck parking on Main Street last week, blocking traffic. • Heard a request from Monte O'Dell for a letter concerning the village's approval of the use of the village basement as a place for those to come if there is a tornado warning and they do not have a basement. Shirley Harmon, village clerk, will draft the Roger Metz letter. • Listened to a request front a resident who re­ quested the village pay for the replacement of his kitchen faucet. He claims it broke because the vil­ lage shut off the water and caused the air to build up in his pipes and break it. Council will send a copy of the ordinance that says the property owner is re­ sponsible for equipment inside of the sidewalk. • Heard from a resident who lives on the border of First Street ballfield and requested the village to in­ stall a fence. The resident said she is tired of the kids climbing her tree, and garbage is being dumped in her yard. Crunch Memorial Classic Aug. 11 The first annual Crunch Memorial Classic will be held Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. The four-person scramble begins at 2:30 p.m. and the dinner is set for 7 p.m. Raffle tickets, prizes and skins will be part of the fun at the golfing event. Money raised from the Classic will benefit the children of the late Tony Dunkelberger who passed away in November of 1999. Dunkelberger was wellknown and well-liked in the community. He was the singing meat cutter at Carl's Super Market, was an All­ State football player for the Maple Valley Lions who once scored four touchdowns, was a standout for the Lions' basketball team and spent time instructing others about athletics as a coach. He was coaching freshman football dinner only. at Alpena High School at For more information, the time of his death. call Shelly Callton at (616) A car, donated by Seif 374-0021 or Leroy Starks at Chevrolet-Buick, can be (517) 852-9698. won with a Hole-in-One on one of the prize holes. There will be prizes to be won on every third hole. If you do not want to play golf, you can come to In This Issue Anne of Green Gables presented Aug. 10-11 Kimberly Smith is Putnam reading marathon winner MV Jr.-Sr. High students can pick up schedules Hike and games entertain kids at library event �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 7, 2001 - Page 2 Work continues on Maplewood playground PHOTO Center Let us process your special rolls... Top Quality Processing FAST! fe35mm Film Processing Ine hour service Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT r 35MM0RAPS NST S? DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional 99* NOW ONLY.. The new Maplewood school playground has new equipment up, but much work is left. The playground will be ready for the new school year. With original processing^ 6 prints only panoramic APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT (N ( Panoramic prints additional and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints$4.00 download + 500 per print NEED COPIES? Make Printing Pius your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • The swing sets are up at the new Maplewood playground! Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps FFA Alumni will elect officers The Maple Valley FFA Alumni will be having a meeting Monday, Aug. 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the Agriscience Room at Maple Valley High School. Elections will be held for officers of the recently formed Maple Valley FFA Alumni. The FFA Alumni is a great opportunity parents, FFA supporters, and any other interested person to get involved with the FFA chap­ ter at the local level. • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616,945.9105 . . GwBarn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 This organization is open to any individual over 18 years of age who would like to support the Maple Valley FFA Chapter. Support can come in the way Of training FFA Contest Teams, holding fundraisers for various FFA trips such as the National FFA Convention in Louisville, KY, chaperoning various FFA events, or sever­ al other chapter activities. Ifyou have any questions, please contact Maple Valley FFA Advisor Aaron Saari at (517) 645-0364. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News CTION-Ads! LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM. Worship .......... .11 am. Evening Worship..... ..........6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................. 7 Sunday School................... 9:45 a m. Morning Worship .. /................... 11 Evening Worship.............................. 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 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) Sunday School.................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............... .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) .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 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH M.orning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School...................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service...................... 11:15 am. P.M. Service............................. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School................... 9:45 a m. A.M. Service.................................... 11 a P.M. Service ............................. 7 p.m. Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer 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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON , 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................... 9:30 am. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship........... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 am. Morning Prayer 1:00 a m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................. .9 a m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �Local students ready to perform The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 7, 2001 - Page 3 ‘Anne of Green Gables' by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Several students from the Maple Valley area have roles in this year’s Thornapple Arts Council youth theater production of "Anne of Green Gables." Students have been busy learning their lines and trying to see the simi­ larities and differences be­ tween their lives in 2001 and Anne's fictional one in 1904. They are discovering that the differences are more than the clothes they wear. Some of the actors think their characters are younger than they are even though the chronological ages are the same. The similarities are also striking. Being loved by a parent, having a best friend and being teased are all topics today's cast can relate to as they perform. This year's production has a special feature. The Aug. 11 2 p.m. matinee will be signed for the hear­ ing impaired. Assistant Director Kath­ leen Robertson and Merri A. Domer will help every­ one in the audience under­ stand the trials, tribula­ tions and triumphs of young Anne Shirley. Robertson will be sign- Hearty Meals Wednesday, Aug. 8 Cheese ravioli, com, broc­ coli, peaches. Thursday, Aug. 9 Swiss steak, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, peas and car­ rots, dinner roll, fresh orange.. Friday, Aug. 10 Creamy tuna, Italian blend, squash, biscuit, fresh apple. Monday, Aug. 13 Turkey Ala-king, harvard beets, biscuit, sweet treat. Tuesday, Aug. 14 BBQ chicken, spinach, HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twlllte 4-6 pm dally $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Studonts A Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon ■ Thura OIBITAL SUMO Unlimited Free Drink Refill* A .2S* Ct Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View 10-11 "Anne of Green Gables" is the tale of a young girl, Anne Shirley, played by Rebecca Dufresne, who is adopted by brother and sis­ ter Matthew and Manila Cuthbert. Adam Vipond and Amanda Kowalczyk present their characters to great effect. Other members of the cast are Kathryn Carney playing Manila's straight talking best friend and Betsy Acker as Diana Barry, Anne's best friend. Jenna Radant is Mrs. Barry, and Brianna Wescott plays both Aunt Josephine and Miss Stacy. Jesse Doe plays Gilbert Blythe who calls Anne "carrots" and competes for scholarships against Anne. Playing Anne's school chums are Emily Benningfield as Josie Pye; Elena Gormley as Ruby Gills and Hope Michaels as Jane Andrews. Chris White plays the stationmaster, Mr. Phillips, Jerry Buote and Rev. Allen. Hannah Johnson, Sara Radant, Elliot Anderson, Mariah Burd and Zach Bergsma each play two roles. Parker Robertson plays the President of Queen's Academy. Tricia Rickert is the di­ rector with the assistance of Kathleen Robertson. Norma Jean Acker says that the youth theater pro­ ductions are fortunate to have so many sponsors. "We are lucky that peo­ ple like Mike Humphreys have supported this project from its beginnings," Acker said. Another well known lo­ cal sponsor is the Sue Drummond Fund. The summer theater program is also sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council with the assistance of the Barry Community Founda­ tion, Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Arts Council of Greater Kala­ mazoo. The cast of "Anne of Green Gables" is made up of young people from across the area. her work. Robertson has lots of ing most of the characters, The Thornapple Arts male and female, with signing experience in the­ Council is bringing the ater including the Boar's Domer signing Anne. Both first novel to the stage in will be working with the Head summer stock pre­ its production of "Anne of sentations and perfor ­ cast next week to include Green Gables" Friday and some of the characteriza­ mance. She signed during Saturday, Aug. 10-11. tions into their perfor­ the recent Rod Stewart The evening perfor­ Concert. mances. mances will begin at 7:30 Domer has taught in p.m. and the matinee on several different capacities APPROX. 2,000 SQ. FT. OF LIVING AREA. 1 + Saturday, Aug. 11 will be in the Eaton County Inter­ at 2 p.m. The matinee will acres • 3 bedrooms/2 baths • Family room w/woodmediate School District, burning fireplace • Formal living & dining rooms • be signed for the hearing including all of the Maple Spacious kitchen w/island • Play house for the chil­ impaired. Valley schools. dren • Immediate possession! Call Jean Chase .. All performances will be potatoes O’Brian, combread Lucy M. Montgomery ...........................................................$82,500. at Central School Audito­ stuffing, applesauce. wrote a memorable series rium on South Broadway MILLER REAL ESTATE of books about Anne in Hastings. The cost is $5 149 W. State Street Lite Menu Shirley's life on Prince Ed­ for adults and $3 for chil­ Wednesday, Aug. 8 ward Island in the early Hastings, Ml 49058 dren. Call the Thornapple Roast beef, potato salad, 1900s. There are many au­ Arts Council at 945-2002 (616)945-5182 or (616)945-0235 pickled beets, while bread. tobiographical touches in for details. Thursday, Aug. 9 Seafood pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, peas and peanut IT’S OUR BIRTHDAY, salad. Friday, Aug. 10 BUT YOU GET THE PRESENT Cottage cheese, pineapple, 3-bean salad, dinner roll. Monday, Aug. 13 Ham salad, German potato salad, pears, white bread. Tuesday, Aug. 14 Tuna pasta salad, broccoli­ bacon salad, mixed fruit. . Events Wednesday, Aug. 8 Hastings, craft/nail day; Nashville, Wills, Legal Aid; Woodland, Social Day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Aug. 9- Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, gone swimming. INTRODUCING OUR NEW BIRTHDAY CD Friday, Aug. 10 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, Thanks to you, Hastings City Bank is celebrating its 115,h Birthday. Popcorn Day; Woodland, And our new Birthday CD is our way of showing just how highly you Bingo. Monday, Aug. 13 rate with us. Every six months, your rate is guaranteed to increase for an Hastings, music; Nashville, annual percentage yield of 5.05% for the entire 30-month term. Game Day; Woodland, Game Day; Delton, Game So hurry in today. We’ve been around for 115 years. Day. Tuesday, Aug. 14 But this CD rate won’t be. Hastings, Reading/Puzzle Day; Nashville, Puzzle Day. Hastings City Bank For Sale MUST SELL: Montgomery Wards electric self cleaning range, almond color with black front, in good condi­ tion, about 6 years old. Call evenings, (517)852-3955. Here For You Since 1886 MEMBER FDIC Rate is effective as of July 17,2001, and may change without notice. Annual percentage yield reflects quarterly compounding. A $1,000 minimum initial deposit required. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. HUM MUM* LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 7, 2001 - Page 4 Kimberly Smith is Putnam reading marathon winner do their arts and crafts outside in the sunny weather. Janice Crane reads to the younger children at Putnam Library last week. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The last Putnam summer library program of the sea­ son was held last week Wednesday, and the read- MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate ing marathon winner Kim­ berly Smith was announced. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GR! HIYIS" REALTOR MLS, EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) IN NASHVILLE. NICE LARGE LOT JUST LISTED!! IN VERMONTVILLE Older 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Many recent improve­ ments, charming mature lot with fruit trees, 24x40 pole barn (cement floor fir sepa­ rate electric). Call Nyle for all the details. (V-142) Great for nature lovers, 2 story, 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, some hardwood floors fit trim. Call Homer for appointment to see or more "info". (N-139) PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66. LAND CONTRACT TERMS Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) PRICE REDUCED! SELLER MOTIVATED! NOW $114,900!!! LOCATED NEAR HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) 110 ACRES Nice comer location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Nashville. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) xj (7) 13A (2) 3A ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. JUST LISTED! Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must ^seel! (CH-141) $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring fit cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info." Near Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com (1) 3A ____Kelly Hwy._ JUST LISTED! VACANT PARCELS NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE (2) - 3 acre parcels on black­ top road. Some trees, seeded to alfalfa. Call Homer. (2) - 13 acre parcels paved road, nat. gas available, ponds, some trees, seeded to alfalfa. (VL-1134/137)^^ Smith raised more than $130 in pledges by reading over 50 books from July 15- Aug. 1. The money that she raised will go towards the children's summer pro­ grams, said outreach li­ brarian Sandy Hosey. Smith was presented with a CD boombox as a prize for her efforts. The kids who attended made tiny "book worms" with wire Styrofoam balls. They painted their crafts outdoors and en­ joyed the nice weather. Inside, the youngest children were read books by Janice Crane. Sandy Hosey, outreach librarian for Putnam Library, presents reading program winner Kimberly Smith with her boombox. MV Jr.-Sr. High students can pick up schedules Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School students are encouraged to pick up their schedules and locker assignments on Thursday, Aug. 16, from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Students will or have re­ ceived in the mail a letter with an Information Form which needs to be returned when students pick up their schedules and locker as­ signments. Extra forms will be available in the office if needed, but this form must Sunfield Scouts Recycling Day is August 11 Sunfield Boy Scouts will run recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sunfield from 9-12 on Aug. 11. 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, flatten, no labels) and magazines (tied or in gro­ cery bags, no Reader’s Digest). Do not drop items off early. The next recycling date will be Oct. 13 be completed and turned in before students will receive their schedule and locker as­ signments. Seniors will also received a Senior Name Form which must be turned in, before re­ ceiving their schedules. Classes will begin on Mon­ day, Aug. 27. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 Paying too much tor car insurance? Get affordable coverage from State Farm. See me to find out why State Farm insures one out of every five cars on the road today. A.M. Best Private Passenger Automobile Market Share by % of Direct Premium Source: Rest’s Review, PruperlylCusualty Edition, July 1998. ®A.M. Rest Company, 1998. Used by permission. Pets SHIH-TZU PUPPIES AKC, 1st shot, dewormed, many colors, non shedding. (616)891-2581 (517) 852-9565 Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, Ml 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Skjhs Hjitri AAjIikjI Atjl'xiiobil** blStfrilir,^ Mftak: Form Indernnif/ Company (Hj) • Hr rfim www.$lalefaiin.com • flicej faluuftiii-ijM*. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 7, 2001 — Page 5 Pennington 80th birthday Eva (Boise) Pennington turns 80 on Aug. 30th. The family will celebrate with an open house on Sun­ day, Aug. 19th from 1-3 p.m. at the Maple Grove Commu­ nity' Building in Nashville. Eva would enjoy visiting with classmates from the Quail Trap School. Please come and wish her a happy birthday. No gifts, please. Ifyou* would like to send a card, the address is: 1018 Reed St., Apt. 7, Nashville, Work continues on bus garage complete'88 The Dog House & e ® 9 Pet Grooming Elizabeth June (Estep) Ebrigh June (Estep) Ebright passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at Laurels ofKent in Lowell, MI, at the age of 82. June was bom June 26, 1919 in Eaton Co., the daughter of Forest Ward and Hester E. (Richards) Estep. Mrs. Ebright worked as a telephone operator for many years. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Richard Area senior citizens to meet Hamlin, and John Ebright; two brothers, Richard and Carlton Estep; two daugh­ ters, Deanna Foreman, and Deloris Leonard; and a grandson, Tommy Oostymeyer; and both her parents. June is survived by two children, Dustin Hamlin of Rhode Island and Doretta Saxon of Wilmington, Dela­ ware; 15 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; five brothers and sisters, Iw • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Forest Estep Jr. of Stanton, ___Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Bethel Berndt of Lake The monthly meeting of Odessa, Bina (Jerry) Schray Now Offering Pickup and Delivery ~ the Vermontville Senior of Sunfield, Nina (William) Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Citizens will be held at the Bosworth of Sunfield, Wil­ 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville United liam (Shirley) Estep of Sun­ Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer Methodist Church from field; sister-in-law, Barb noon to 1:30 pm. Wednes ­ Estep of Hastings; many day, Aug. 15. nieces and nephews. All local young-at-heart Funeral services were held seniors are invited to attend. Friday, Aug. 3, 2001 at the Please bring a plate to pass Rosier Funeral Home, for the potluck lunch. Mapes-Fisher Chapel, For additional information Sunfield, Mich. The Rev. please contact Hildred Dave Plut-schouw officiat­ Peabody at 726-0574. ed. Interment was in the survived by daughters, Sunfield Ceme-tery. For those wishing, contri­ Rachel Mae (Terry) Jordan Alanon, Alateen meetings of Woodland, Gail E. butions may be made to the Alanon and Alateen meet­ (Allan) Benedict of Ionia, S.P.Y.’s sports fund; aka ings, Sunday’s at 7:30 p.m., Chary! K. (John) Newman Sunfield Sponsors of Pro­ St. Johns Episcopal Church' of Middleville, Diane L. grams for Youth, in memory (enter through hall entrance, of Elizabeth June Ebright, (Darryl) McGahn of meetings in the basement), College Grove, TN, Sue c/o Rosier Funeral Home, 105 W. Washington Street, P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, Mich. Ann (Thomas) Potter of LOTS OF WOOD CUT-OUTS Ionia. For more information 48890. Trenary, MI, Karen Lee MARKED DOWN TO COST. call Kathy (616) 527-2972 The family is being served (Douglas) Riggs of or Sandy 527-6278. (TFN) We have tools, knick knacks, floral Fruitport, MI; 20 by the Independent Family arrangements, books, dishes & etc. grandchildren; 23 great Owned Funeral home in Business Services. grandchildren; sisters, Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Something For Everyone! VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ Home. Elizabeth Klingman of ING: licensed & Insured. E. State Rd. & M-66 • Marshall For more information, log Lake Odessa, Mildred Owner operated for 15 517-852-1945 years. David Halliwill, own­ Parker of Battle Creek, onto www.legacy.com. er. (517)543-1002 Edith Watkins of California, Alberta Gosch of New York; sister-in­ law, Lucille McClelland of Bellevue; many nieces and Center Cut Pork Round nephews. Pork Chops steak P He was also preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers, Kenneth, Adron, Galen, Vernard and an gssssssssssssssssssss infant brother. Ok Chicken Services will by held Pork g^Leg Qtrs. Tuesday, August 7, 2001 Loin Roose at 11:00 A.M. at Wren e'»!'» Funeral Home with Rev. lb more George Speas officiating. Burial will be at ^SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS! Woodland Memorial Park, Thorn Apple Valley Chuckwagon Cumberland Woodland Twp., Barry Smoky Links County, MI. Whole Hom Memorial contributions may be made to Lake Odessa V.F.W. Post or Charity of One's Choice. Arrangements made by Orig. or w/Onion Country Maid Creamy & 12 Pk. Wren Funeral Home of Michigan Bush Jack's 5 qt. Pail Crunchy All Varieties Hastings. Pepsi Peaches Baked n.. Bargain Barn Ralph S. McClelland HASTINGS - Ralph S. McClelland, 85, of Hastings, died Thursday, August 2/2001 at Middle Lake. Me McClelland was born on March 4, 1916 in Nashville, Michigan, the son of Albert and Celestia (Good) McClelland. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended schools there graduating in 1935 from Nashville High School. He served in the United States Army from May 10, 1945 until his honorable discharge, August 20, 1946. He married Edith G. Newton on March 22, 1940 and she died Sept. 15, 2000. He had lived at his present home at Middle Lake since 1986 moving from his farm home east of Freeport on Vedder Road where he had fanned since 1947. Mr. McClelland was engaged in farming and also worked in the custodial department of Lakewood High School in Lake Odessa for 10 years, before his retirement. He was a life member of V.F.W. Post #4461 in Lake Odessa. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping, hunting, gardening and especially his grandchildren. Mr. McClelland is Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds r Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology 1/2 Off AH Bisque Ready to Paint KB M Pizzas Pizzas ”6 Pringles Ji* Beans 99 $^9 ice Cream plus deposit We Accept Feed Stamps Vermontville Grocery! Phone 726-1570 | I Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat 9 00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00»Prices good thru Saturday^ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday,August J_’— Automotive 1995 TAHOE L.S.: $11,695. (616)891-9921 _ page 6 GIGANTIC SALE: furni­ ture, tools, glassware & anti­ ques.. 222 W. First St. & 285 W. First St., Vermontville. Friday, Saturday & Sunday, August 10th-12th, 9am-dark. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPOBANK needs someone to assume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Farm bill dissected at statewide MFB forums 1Dave •w ■ nolicy experts, 1 n , . oz U.S. .. acr acreage aeraege g set-a set-asides PPSchwei--kh kkhharfdt of Micl Miclhigan George Pardonnet, 86 of currently are not part of cwea l State University and Darryl ABANDONED REPO: AG. LIME: delivered & Help Wanted Corunna, remembers when drafted legislation for a new BANK needs someone to as­ ■Ray of the University of spread.. Darrell Hamilton, DRIVER- additional CDL B sume, will move if necessa­ government farm programs farm bill. But farm econo­ Tennessee, testimony from (517)852-9691. drivers needed. Looking for ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-8UU- began during the Great mists and commodity repre­ invited commodity organizaDepression and attempted to dependable customer service 968-7376.________________ sentatives agree that produc- tions, and the chance for Garage Sale oriented person with chaufchauf­ FIRST TIME HOME buy-l ease the industry’s financial tion by foreign competitors attendees to discuss the issue BARN SALE: Furniture, feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A liwoes by forcing farms to cut is just one of many factors i small groups and make housewares, es, Christmas ss & cense. Full-time, part-time, ers! We represent several back on production. n that must be considered as recommenaons home decorations & baby benefits (full-time), good bhaonmkess, thtehyeyare heaavgeerr to sell ecommendations that a will w homes they have reposDepressed farm prices are Congress works to piece items. August 9th & 10th, working environment. Also sessed. No application fee if bee forwarded orware too lawmakers awmaers here again, said Pardonnet, 9am-5pm. 10879 W. Mount hiring for night/weekends. you mention this ad. 1-800­ who has been farming since together the complex but and used as part of the Farm Hope Hwy., Vermontville. 248-7729. _______ crucial legislation. Bureau policy development 466-0461 the age of 17. But in today s Throughout the week, GARAGE SALE: 10035 Irish GET EASY CASH with ex­ REPO: MUST SELL! Will global economy, programs process The f.orums come followRd. & Mt. Hope Hwy. La­ tra household goods and look at any offer. 3 bedroom, agricultural policy experts dies clothing size 12-16, 79 tools. Advertise with classi- 2 bath. Will move if necessa- that force farmers to alter and industry spokesmen par- ing the House their domestic production ticipating in Michigan Farm Agriculture U.S. Ford 4x4 3/4 ton, miscellamiscella­ fieds in the Reminder and ry. 1-800-672-9604 Committee s just don’t cut it, said the neous housewares, Franklin Hastings Banner. Phone Bureau’s (MFB) Farm Bill approval las pproval last Friday ofa pro­ 5th wheel. Aug. 9-10-11, Hrs: (616)945-9554. Shiawassee County Farm Recreation Forums have considered aposed $73.5 billion farm 9am-6pm. Bureau member and cash how the global marketplace 1999 SUZUKI LT F-250 4 bill. The measure will move affects U.S. farm policy and to the House floor for action wheeler. Front & back racks, crop and beefproducer. “ There was a time when snow plow, winch, runs attempted to sort out what s in September. great, hardly used, 610 we could influence prices by ineffective in the existing i The House proposal has miles, $3,200 OBO. (616)758 ­ reducing our production or \Ne currently have an opening for a full-time RN/LPN farm bill and what must be some ofthe provisions MFB 4269 after 3pm. ________ onTd Td S (10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m). Ung-term by bargaining, but that time addressed in a new one. laid out as its top farm bill has passed.” Pardonnet said. care experience would be a plus. We have excellent Real Estate MFB kicked off the series of eight statewide Farm Bill p B riilol rFitoiersus during the Farm “It’s very sad, but it now wages,, benefits and working conditions. KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 seems we have to depend on Bill Forums, including conIf interested in the opportunity to join: a great team, beautifully wooded acres the government. For one, our Forums on Monday. The free tinuation of production flex­ submit your resume to: forums continue with an ibility contracts, extension close to Fife Lake, state land, Director of Nursing Manistee River. Ideal get­ exchange rate is so high, and Aug. 9 stop in Ravenna and Thornapple Manor of the dairy price support away location. Drive and if we reduce our production,, ‘Qibrnapple ibrnapple ® an Aug. 10 stop in Cadillac. 2700 Nashville Road program and assistance for some other country like cleared site already installed. Each forum rum features eaures perper­ Hastings, Ml 49058 Electric. $25,900, $500 down, South America just increases spectives from agriculturalI sugar producers. $320/month, 11% land con­ theirs.” tract. Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3188 or GARAGE SALES www.northemlandco.com for photos and survey of VILLAGE WIDE IN VERMONTVILLE Spruce Lane. tions include injection, surAugust 11 & 12 CLEAN OUT YOUR base­ machines in the world that Livestock producers interface application, irrigation men ment an and your ac. attic. Turn urn has the ability to reduce the in conjunction with extra and unwanted clothing ested in exploring new ani­ amount of liquid into a more and field calibration. Participants will receive a and household items into mal waste handling tech­ manageable form for apply­ Summerfest 2001 sampling container that they cash! Advertise garage sales, nologies can attend a Manure porch sales, yard sales ana Management Demonstration ing that will help reduce may take home and mail in Vermontville miscellaneous items with Field Day, Thursday, Aug. 16 orders,” said Maury Kaer- for free manure analysis. cher, Michigan State UniVillage Council classifieds in both the ReThe field day is sponsored (raindate Aug. g. 17) from 1 to 101 minder and Hastings Ban- 4:30 p.m at the Walt Stafford versity Extension district by the Kalamazoo County ner. Phone (616)945-9554. livestock agent. farm near Richland, Mich. Farm Bureau, the KalamaThere is no charge to attend. Conserva-­ The field day will also fea­ zoo County Soil Conserva Featured demonstrations ture Global Positioning tion District, Michigan CatAt a time when Blue Chip investments include new reverse osmosis Systems, which use satellite tleman’s Association, Michi­ technology that has the technology to place manure gan Groundwater Steward­ can't be trusted, potential to minimize the ship, Michigan State UniverUniver­ using more intricate i soil SUGGEST ONE THAT'S GREEN AND YELLOW. amount of liquid storage sampling. Other demonstrasity Extension, and United needed. “It’s one ofvery few Producers, Inc. For more information, contact Kaercher at the Kalamazoo County Exten­ If you’re looking for somewhere to park your sion office at 616-383-8830. money, we suggest your shed. All county senior citizens Until September 21,20- to 48-hp John The Barry County Com­ are invited. Reservations mission on Aging will host Deere 4000 and 90 Series factors are should be made by Aug. 10 a "Down on the Farm" pic­ available with low 5.9 percent financing.* by calling 948-4856. nic from 10:30 a.m. to 1 A $3 donation per person Every one is an amazing package of p.m. Aug. 17 at Fish is requested and is payable at Hatchery Park in Hastings. advanced engineering, excellent hydraulics, the picnic. easy-to-use transmissions and safety features Farm rn/lpn Manure management field day is Aug. 16 Barry County senior citizens invited to COA picnic EWING WELL DRILLING INC. that meet ANSI standards. Plus, all come complete with legendary Calenda^of Events John Deere durability. So visit your local John Deere dealer. Farm Days, Prairieville. State Horse Show, MSU Pavilion. Horse Show, 10 a.m., Farm Days Prairieville. Judged and Competition Trail Ride, Lux Arbor. Wild Wonderful Water Day Camp, Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Aug. 15 Office. _. Aug. 16 Rendezvous meeting, 7 p.m., Extension O ic Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther notice. Aug. 9-11 Aug. 10-12 Aug. 11 Aug. 12 Aug. 13-17 (Hurry!) After all, these investment vehicles will really move. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner Nothing Runs Like A Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 2900 N. M43 Hwy. Hastings. Ml 49058 Q John Deere T. 616.945.9526 F.616.945.5958 Deere- HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com SPECIAL MEETING GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY The Nashville Village Council will hold a special meeting on August 13, 2001, at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers. The purpose will be to accept bids on the upcoming water project. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 100 Estimates Available (517)726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 1 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. August 7. 2001 - Page 7 Local teachers attend Nashville graduate Engagements drowns in Middle Lake professionaldevelopment Sts * XSt A feat E by Shelly Sulser fore his retirement and was a StaffWriter life member of VFW Post Troopers are still trying 4461 in Lake Odessa. to piece together the last He was bom in Nashville minutes of Ralph McClel­ and graduated in 1935 from land’s life which led to him Nashville High School and drowning near his Middle was preceded in death last Lake home last week. September by his wife, Sgt. Jim Richardson said Edith G. (Newton) McClelland. the 85-year-old man had ap­ parently been in the water He served in the U.S. fully clothed for about two Army from May 10, 1945 days before he was found 75 until his honorable dis­ yards away from his prop­ charge Aug. 20,1946. erty next to another residen­ McClelland enjoyed bowl­ t's dock Thursday evening. ing, fishing, camping, hunt­ "We have no idea how it ing, gardening and espehappened," said Richardson, cially his grandchildren. who noted McClelland had He is survived by his not been reported missing children Rachel Mae (Terry) before his body was found. Jordan of Woodland, Gail E. Police found no sign of (Allan) Benedict of Ionia, foul play and the case is Charyl K. (John) Newman still under investigation. of Middleville Diane L. An autopsy Friday re­ (Darryl) McGhan of College vealed the cause of McClel­ Grove, TN., Sue Ann land's death was drowning. (Thomas) Potter of Trenary, McClelland's funeral will MI and Karen Lee (Douglas) be held today, Tuesday, Riggs of Fruitport. Aug. 7 at the Wren Funeral He had 20 grandchildren Home in Hastings with the and 23 great-grandchildren. Rev. George Speas officiat­ Also surviving are his ing starting at 11 a.m. sisters, Elizabeth Klingman, McClellend was known as Mildred Parker, Edith a long time farmer living on Watkins, Alberta Gosch and Vedder Road were he lived sister-in-law Lucille. from 1947 until his 1986 Burial will be in Wood­ move to Middle Lake. land Memorial Park and He also worked in the contributions may be made custodial department at to the Lake Odessa VFW Lakewood High School in Post or a charity of one's Lake Odessa for 10 years be- choice. Youth deer hunts offered ,BB piMinH hktak L lilKIlittl HIHj (Diliil taki ii ii fetaum QsSj fe Mffclll®!’ bums itel! i. st® jjiii 10® if# *11. ■•*2 ■ TNUSA, in conjunction with TVC Sportsmen, are organizing two special deer hunts for this fall. The first will be Sept. 23 during the youth-only deer hunt. Kids 12-16 who do not have anyone to take them hunting and would be first time hunters are encouraged. They will be supplied with a place to hunt, an experienced guide, and any equipment they may jieed. Both kids, and parents, can go through a learningto-hunt process. There will be prizes, food an hunting education. Handicapped hunters on Oct. 13 can enjoy a bow and arrow (or crossbow) hunt. A special permit is required. If you need special equipment TNUSA/TVC Sportsmen, will help you procure it. Questions can be directed to Skip Coryell the area director of the Ted Nugent United Sportsmen of America al (616) 241-8263 or (616) 945-0256 or Dave Neeson the area handicap director of the Ted Nugent United Sportsmen of America at (616) 948-4075. Vermontville senior citizens to meet Aug. 15 Hastings High School agriscience educator Sherri Snyder and Maple Valley agriscience educator Aaron Saari recently attended the 2001 Professional Development Institute for Agriscience Educators, held in part at the Midway-Best Western Hotel in Grand Rapids, July 9-12. This event is held in con­ junction with the Michigan Association of Agriscience Educators Annual Conven­ tion. Professional staff from MSU also take part in this conference. It is an opportunity for agriscience teachers across Michigan to come together, improve their skills, become more knowledgeable and recognize one another for various accomplishments. Technical training was Practices begin for Maple Valley High School's girls basketball teams Monday, Aug. 13. The varsity team practices from 5-8 p.m. and the junior varsity and freshman squads practice from 5-7 p.m. Players must have Birthday physicals turned in to practice. Varsity coach Doug Cook says that players should . bring running shoes and basketball shoes to the practices. If you have any questions, call coach Cook at (517) 852-2144. DAD! Love, Garrett & Meagan Cobb M.V. Soccer to start Aug. 13 Practice begins Monday, Aug. 13 for Maple Valley High School boys' soccer players. Players in the 9-12 grades will start practice at the high school soccer field, behind the high school, at 5:30 p.m. Athletic physicals must be turned into the office before an athlete can begin practicing. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5" Well Drilling & Repair Varsity coach John Krolik says spikes and shinguards should be worn to the workouts. The opening game of the regular season is Monday, Aug. 27 at Saranac and the first home game is Thursday, Aug. 30 against Lakewood. Ifyou have any questions, call Krolik at (517) 726­ 1073. Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 ‘270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville . Mich. Lie. #23-1748 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. Plus, Wolverine Vinyl siding features easy-maintenance and the life-long durability you expect with premium vinyl siding - at a popular price. Make the smart move. Call today and we’ll give you more information on premium vinyl siding from Wolverine. It may be today’s most economical way to avoid re-painting. Call 945-9554 for classifieds Wolverine Technologies SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC DOUBLE 4 »«»... $4 7 Pewter Wicker... Excavating-Trueking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 .flHOMETDWN (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Richard J. Ewing ~ OPP Cagers to begin practices The monthly meeting of the Vermontville Senior Citizens will be held at the Vermontville United Metho­ dist Church Wednesday, Aug. 15, from 12 until 1:30 p.m. All local young-atheart seniors are invited to attend. Please bring a plate to pass for the potluck lunch. For additional information please contact Hildred Peabody at 726-0574. Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products received in the areas of Mitchell-Fajnor plants, FFA Ag Issues Con­ Jon Mitchell and Jennifer test, FFA Dairy Foods Con­ Fajnor are thrilled to antest, FFA Agronomy Contest, nounce their engagement. animals, landscaping, Agri­ Jennifer is the daughter of science Research Projects Tyfanie and Sherman Garity, and communications/leader- and Robert, and Roberta Faship. jnor. Various FFA related up­ Jon is the son of Marvin dates were also presented and Susan Mitchell. and explained. Also, teachers The couple will wed Au­ took advantage ofeducation­ gust 2001, in a private cere­ al field trips to Mollema and mony. Cleveland Plants, Stoney Creek Fish Hatchery and Apple Industry, Country See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing Fresh Dairy, the Wittenbach and all your printing needs. Center, Lake Michigan Re­ 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., search Vessel & Dune Eco­ Hastings. logy, Zelenka Nursery, VeldAt the gray barn ers Tulip Farm, a cranberry farm and the Fenn Valley or call 945-9105 Grape Industry. In addition, Agriscience teachers attended the MAAE awards banquet July 11. fh. TH LUMBER & HARDWARE . Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm VISA 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com �The Maple Valley News Nashville. Tuesday Augusi 7, 2001 - Page 8 Everyone has fun coloring their own personalized bumper stickers at the Vermontville Township Library summer program last week. The kids who came to the library special take an interactive hiking walk around the Opera House. Your policies come with an agent and local service. SI TRUMBLE AGENCY Insurance & I Financial Services Hike and games entertain kids at library event by Shawns Hubbarth Staff Writer Kids at the library in Vermontville went on a vir­ tual hike as part of the li­ brary's summer special last week. Children hiked around the building encountering many obstacles on their hike, and afterwards they played a va­ riety of games together. They played tunnel race, where two teams had to crawl under their teammates' legs and hurry to the back of the line. The kids liked it so much they played it twice. The kids also played a game where they passed around a backpack and felt the object in the bag and identified it without look­ ing. All the kids took home customized bumper stickers, which they made with crayons, putting their own personal messages on them. The library's summer spe­ cials concludes this week Wednesday at 2 p.m. All ages of children are invited. Call us for a competitive quote on your Home, Auto, Farm or Business at (517) 726-0580 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville Since w Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hastings, Michigan • 49058-1091 The kids at the Vermontville Township Library had fun pulling items out of a back pack after guessing what they were without looking. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-08-14.pdf 87b4cef0fd7c6fd8de50ab2768fc7697 PDF Text Text MASTIMGS PUBLIC USURY PRSRTSTD US POSTAGE 121S CHURCH ST HASIMS M 4N5MBB PAID HASTINGS, Mi PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 33/August 14, 2001 Nashville Council approves sap house addition by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council has granted final approval to the Maple Syrup Association to build an addition to the sap house. "We have been dis­ cussing this for the past couple of months and the plans look good, except for the need for improved drainage on the back side of the way. The association has been really pa­ tient with us, so we are recommending the con­ struction be approved," said Council member Frank Dunham. The small addition will be funded for $3,000 by the council, and the asso­ ciation will submit a build­ ing list. Blair Hawblitz, repre­ senting the association, said, "I noticed this had a sliding door and I know something was mentioned about a roll out door...I don't know if that would be better." The council seemed to think that a roll out door would last longer and be more secure. Hawblitz said construe; tion will start when he can organize the help. In other business, at the recent meeting, the coun­ cil: • Heard in the police re­ port that officer Jeff Miller will be attending Arson Follow-up School, south of Cadillac for five days at the end of the month. The school costs $200, and he will be reimbursed $61.60 for his mileage. "The school will give him tools to cut his time down in arson investiga­ tions," explained Coun­ cilman Dan Kellogg. • Learned the schools had requested two officers at varsity games this fall, and they will be charged $25 per hour. • Decided the village of­ fice would have to be closed on Aug. 14, due to vacations and doctors ap­ pointments. The Nashville Village Council approved final plans to add a small addition to the back of the sugar shack for storage, last Thursday night. Nashville Council questions recycle station increase by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council decided not to send $1,500 of Transfer Recycle Station payments that Maple Grove and Castleton townships say is due by the village, until proper documentation is provided. Councilman Ralph Kirk, who is on the Transfer Sta­ tion Committee said the village is essentially be­ hind in payments as the two townships contributed $1,500 more in the past couple of years. Council member Steve Wheeler said, "I don't re­ call any communications. They were changing the amount they were con­ tributing and looking back on the 1980 lease agree­ ment ,the change in funds would have to be agreed by all three agencies." Councilman Frank Dun­ ham said that back in 1995 the village cut back on funding because the sta­ tion did not need the extra money. "Well, that has obvi­ ously changed," Dunham said, referring to the finan­ cial status of the station. "The agreement, though, is that we pay 1/3 of the payments equally so I think there is some obliga­ tion." "When the township board set their budget...they should have con­ tacted the village so they “I guess in terms of communication, that building burned down and we had to read about it in the news­ paper. You would think if we were equal partners some­ one would have picked up a phone to let us know what was going on.” - Steve Wheeler, Nashville Village Councilman could write it into their budget," said Wheeler. "I guess in terms of commu- The Transfer Recycle Station was discussed at last Thursday's Nashville Village Council's meeting. The building suffered fire damage in March and recovery from the fire is almost complete. nication, that building burned down and we had to read about it in the newspaper. You would think if we were equal partners someone could have picked up a phone to let us know what was go­ ing on. We didn't even know there was a problem down there. "Another sore subject has been keeping that place in (clean) condi­ tion," Wheeler said. "I don't know why we be a lot more garbage and can't expect the workers to junk dumped on the side of clean up at the end of the the road," said Kirk. "But, as Ed said, if the day," said Councilman Ed Sheldon. "I have been workers there aren't mak­ down there a couple of ing use of their time, times, and they are play­ someone needs to step in," said Council President ing cards." "I'm getting to the point Carroll Wolff. "I think its easy to point where I am wondering if the village should be in­ fingers," said Kirk. "I too, volved in the operations," would like to see a regular cleaning schedule set up." said Wheeler. "Well, I am afraid that if See recycle station, pg. 3 we don't have it, there will Eaton authorities mum on alleged assault arrest A 28 year old Nashville man has been arrested and arraigned on three counts of assault with intent to cause great bodily harm less than murder and one count of misdemeanor domestic violence, according to Eaton County Chief Assistant Prosecutor Michael Eagen. Eagen and Eaton County Undersheriff Michael Raines, however, refused to release information on the incident which led to the arrest of Trevor David McManamey. "We can't release information on an open case until after the preliminary examination," said Eagen. "We don't want to try cases in the press." Eagen did say that the alleged incident occurred in Vermontville on Aug. 4 and an Eaton County police official later explained that the alleged crime involved the ramming of one vehicle into another occupied vehicle. McManamey has been released from the Eaton County Jail on $10,000 cash bond, pending an Aug. 13 pre-exam conference and an Aug. 17 preliminary ex­ amination. If convicted, McManamey could be sentenced to spend 10 years in prison on each of the felony assault charges and 93 days in jail on the domestic assault charge. Michigan State Police Trooper Ray Volosky said See assault arrest, pg. 3 In This Issue Nashville village water project bids opened Nashville man loses home to Monday afternoon blaze Woman hurt in apparent mowing accident Work planned at Putnam District Library �The Macle Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, August 14. 2001 - Page 2 Nashville village water project bids opened by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Bids on the proposed Nashville water project, set to start as early as this fall, were opened last Fri­ day. Don DeVries, from Fleis and Vandenbrink, and De­ partment of Public Works Director Scott Decker opened the bids during a public meeting with a standing room only crowd. The water project has five contracts that were bid out, although no one bid on contract four which is water tank cathodic pro­ tection. The first contract, for the majority of the work, and cost, for water mains had bids ranging from a low of $1,403,419.50 from Hunter Prell Company, to a high of $2,333,598 from Wyoming Excavating. The next three lowest bidders were Lee's Trench­ ing at $1,643,211.80, and Balkema Excavating with $1,670,727.40, and CL Trucking with $1,760,664.60. The engineer estimated the project at $1, 522,000, said DeVries. The second contract for the booster pump station, had a low bid from Hunter Prell Company with $213,500, Robinson Elec­ tric following with $221,600. The highest bid came from Diversco Con­ struction with $342,500. The engineer estimated this project at $150,000, said DeVries. The third contract, for an iron removal plant and miscellaneous improve­ ments had a low bid of $365,851 from Harglo Construction Company, with the next lowest com­ ing in from JWK. Construc­ tion at $426,405. The highest bid came from Robinson Electric at $507,289. Don DeVries, (left) from Fleis and Vandenbrink, and Director of Public Works Scott Decker open the bids on the quarter million dollar water project for Nashville. DeVries said the esti- There’s a Help Wanted better CABLE INSTALLERS/ HELPERS: to $l,000/wk. + benefits, on job training. Work own hours. Many needed. (616)949-2424 Job­ line. way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at a 1-800 number or from ... a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s protection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 vluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7Aa No Prob^n Ppjopff mate for that project was $425,000. The fifth contract had one bidder, Standby Power for $24,772.20, for a portable generator. The bids were to be awarded Aug. 13 and the results were not known as of press time. CITY ROUTE DELIVERY: to $800/week +. Summer or all year round. Training now, (616)949-2424. Jobline. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ REGISTRATION CLERK: to $12/hr. + up, many shifts available. Training A.S.A.P. (616)949-2424 Jobline. ROADWORK/CONSTRUCTION LABORERS: TO $19/hr. - Summer or all year - Lots of work! Many train! (616)949-2424 Jobline. TEACHER/CLASSROOM AIDS/YOUTHWORKERS: FROM $12/hr. + up - many ages! Start now. Non degreed, (616)949-2424. Job­ line. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM. Worship ........ 11 am. Evening Worship..... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. Sunday School........ ..9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.... ..... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... .............. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 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 ............. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone. 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... 1 a.m. Church School ................. 10a.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 Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER 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 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11:15a P.M. Service................................. 6 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.’hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH GUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School.......................... 9:45a A M. Service....................... 11 a m. P.M. Service ........................ 7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West S.unday Schoo Worship......... 10 a.m. 11 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 5 a.m. Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 14, 2001 - Page 3 Maple Valley summer program hones students’ reading skills by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer With the use of comput­ ers, Maple Valley kids are honing up on their reading skills this summer in a new program geared to­ wards increasing listening and comprehension skills. The summer program started July 9 and ended Aug. 9 and was for stu­ dents going into fourth grade who needed extra help with their reading. The students have met Monday through Thursday from 9-11:30 a.m. at Maplewood School's com­ puter lab. Teacher Deb Cooley said the idea for the pro­ gram came from adminis­ trators in the district who attended a conference on brain research. "Its a great program," Cooley said. "It covers lis­ tening, comprehension, Real Estate KALKASKA COUNTY: 6.69 wooded acres adjoining public land. Ideal camping/hunting area. Short drive to Torch Lake. Near snowmobile and ORV trails. $26,900, $500 down, $330/month, 11% land con­ tract, www.northernlandco.com for photos and survey of Park Place. Northern Land company, 800-968-3118. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students & Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refill* A ,25c Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View SHOWTIMES 8/10-8/16 ORUSH HOUR 2 (PG-13) and following directions. It also addresses listening to the beginning and the end sounds of words, and works on their sequencing skills." Cooley said that scores have revealed an almost daily improvement. "They have been told everyday what their scores were the day before so they are well informed of what they need to work on. Each day the information is sent to California, and the kids are sent back a graph so they can see their progress." Deb Cooley records scores at the reading program at Maplewood. The program, designed to help kids with reading skills, uses the computers extensively. Member of Greater LansingAssociation MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST, NASHVILLE PLANET OF THE APES (PG-13) OICITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 11:40, 2:00, 4:20, 6:50, 9:20 JURASSIC PARK III (PG-13) 11:40, 1:35, 3:30, 5:25, 7:30, 9:40 Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad Q Hastings 4 *$« B B WWW.GQTI.COM B 1 ** Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 OPPORTUNITY HMS Teachers aide Laurel Dean works with a student on the computer at the summer reading help program. Recycle station, from pg. 1 "I think that there should be a regular clean up schedule set up, but I also think that when they open up, they shouldn't be down there playing cards," said Sheldon. He^also went on Io say that when he redid his roof, he took two iden­ tical loads of shingles down there and was charged different prices each time. The Council talked about records of the pay­ ment increases on the minutes of meetings. "If there was a short fall two years ago (they should have addressed it then), and if they were short, they should have had to shut down. Why let is slide for a whole year?" Wheeler said. "Well, they could have advanced it, said Dunham. "Well, that's the prob­ lem - we don't know. I guess I would like to see some board minutes of the annual rate going up," said Wheeler. "I will request that then," said Kirk. The transfer recycle sta­ tion's operating costs are equally divided between the village and Castleton and Maple Grove Town­ ships. The recent price for recyclables has lowered considerably, and the building suffered from a fire in March. The building was rebuilt this summer and still needs phone ac­ cess and furniture. A fork­ lift that was damaged in the fire needs to be evalu­ ated. Assault arrest, from pg. 1 the Hastings post was asked to assist Eaton County authorities on the night of Aug. 4. "We were asked to meet (them) at State Road and M­ 66 because they wanted to apprehend an individual wanted for three counts of attempted murder, said Volosky. "The suspect’s address was on Woodland Road in Castleton Town­ ship. We arrived, we were let into the house and we took him out of the shower, he was told he was being arrested on three counts of attempted murder and he was taken into custody without incident." Volosky said he also cannot release a general description of the circum­ stances which led to the charges because his department is not handling the investigation. Eagen did confirm, however, that the alleged incident occurred in Ver­ montville. And, a preliminary report revealed that a call was received by Barry County Central Dispatch at 10:14 a.m. regarding an incident in the 5000 block of Hager Road in which a woman was reportedly suffering from possible broken ribs. REALTOR Web Site: www.lansin g -realestate.com Broker, OIIITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 11.130, 1:30, 3:20, 5:15, 7:15, 9:30 O PRINCESS DIARIES (G) 12:00, 2:20, 4:40, 7:00, 9:15 Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MLS Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)......................................................................... 852-5066 VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) 220 220 220 Ijmd On ♦95 71/2 A O ex i'(ii' Bayne Road W< NICE FAMILY HOME IN NASHVII 2 story cwBeetached garage^ dining edrooms & room, I Bedro bath. Tt floor laundry. la enclosed porch. Call Homer. (H-140) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured hpme, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE 1/2 MILES OFF M-66. LAND CONTRACT TERMS Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) 110 ACRES nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Hashville. Call Hyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRESI Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Hyle for more details. (VL-131) ■o (8 E 0 (7) 13A PRICE REDUCED! SELLER MOTIVATED! NOW $114,900!!! LOCATED ’’EAR HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) IN VERMONTVILLE Older 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Many recent improve­ ments, charming mature lot with fruit trees, 24x40 pole bam (cement floor Sr sepa­ rate electric). Call Hyle for all the details. (V-142) (6) 13A (2) 3A (1) 3A Kelly Hwy. VACANT PARCELS NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. (2) - 3 acre parcels on black­ top road. Some trees, seeded to alfalfa. Call Homer. (2) - 13 acre parcels paved road, nat. gas available, ponds, some trees, seeded to alfalfa. (VL-134/137) Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must seel! (CH-141) IN NASHVILLE. NICE LARGE LOT Great for nature lovers, 2 story, 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, some hardwood floors 6r trim. Call Homer for appointment to see or more “info". (H-139) $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS IN THE COUNTRY ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. (CH-129) GOOD OPTION FOR ”0" DOWN FINANCVWW pejonpfouple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (N-128) Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring Sr cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info." Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 14, 2001 - Page 4 John IV. Moore Hazel Madeline Stauffer GRAND RAPIDS Hazel Madeline Stauffer Brown, 75, died Thursday, August 2, 2001, at Spectrum Health Kent Community Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was born May 5, 1926, in BoWne Township, Kent County, the daughter of Alcid and Lotta (Fairchild) Stauffer. December 12, 1929, the Stauffer family moved to the Cook Farm near Hastings. Hazel graduated from Hastings High School in 1945, Barry County Normal in 1946 and attended Western Michigan College. She taught at the Hinds School and Brush Ridge School. Hazel married Harry Brown, Jr., on November 28,-1952, and lived most ofher married life in Grand The Rapids. Hazel is survived by a daughter, Christy (Christine) Lanae (Brown) Schantz Newland of Potterville; three grandchildren, Michael Schantz and Levi (Tara) Schantz and Miriam (Todd) Raines; four great grandchildren, Adam and Dillian Schantz, Jordan Raines and Andrew Cheeseman; one sister,. Mae Newland at Thornapple Manor; two brothers, Arthur (Beulah) Stauffer of Hastings and Robert F. Stauffer of Grand Rapids; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Brown, Jr., on July 26, 1998; son, Harry Brown III, on June 1, 1959; brothers, Emerson Stauffer in 1986, Stanley Stauffer in 1996, and Albert Stauffer in 2000; and sister, Ruth McPharlin in 1949. Cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements will be made in the spring with burial in Fort Custer National Cemetery with her husband. Eaton County offers free hunter safety classes SherriffRick Jones, the Eaton County Sheriff Department, announces free Hunter Safety classes. The classes will be held in the training room at the Sheriff Department, 1025 Independence Blvd., Char­ lotte, from 6 to 9 p.m. on the following dates: Monday, Aug. 25; Wednesday, Aug. 29; Friday, Aug. 31; Monday, Sept. 13; Wednes­ day, Sept. 5; and Friday, Sept. 7. Class size is limited to 30 each session and registrants must be at least 12 years of age by commencement of the hunting season. To sign up or if you have any ques­ tions, please contact Jerri Nesbitt at 543-3512, ext. 390, or 372-8217, ext. 390. NASHVILLE - John W. Moore, age 80, of Hager Road, Nashville, died Tues­ day, Aug. 7, 2001 at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital in Newberry, ML Mr. Moore was bom on March 21, 1921 in Kalamo Township, Eaton County, MI, the son of John W. and Hester Ann (Rodgers) Moore. He was raised in Baltimore Township of Barry County and attended the Durkee rural schools, graduating in 1939 from Hastings High School. He was married to Lois A. Pfeiffer on Dec. 24, 1941 and she survives. Mr. Moore was engaged in farming at his Eaton County farm since 1952. Prior to that he farmed in Hope Twp. of Barry County, Freeport and Hastings. He was a member/past officer Nashville Lions Club; member/past board member Nashville United Methodist Church; Eaton Ronald D. Barrett Combipe^^l ^link POTTERVILLE Ronald D. Barrett, age 60, of Potterville, died Thursday, August 9, 2001, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing after a long illness. Ron was bom February 14, 1941, in Vermontville, the son of Russell "Red" and Agnes (Palek) Barrett and was a lifelong Eaton County resident. He had been employed as a mechanic at the Fowler's/Team One Auto dealership in Charlotte for many years and was a member of the Eaton County Buck Club. Surviving are two daughters, Tracey (Derrick) Lashley of Charlotte and Marcey (Fiance, Ronnie Burton) Barrett of Georgetown, KY; six grandchildren, Kailie, Lindsey, Britney, Briana, Joanna and Tyler; one sister, Shirlee Kobiska of Holt; two nieces; two nephews and numerous special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Thursday August 16# Thursday, Mobile Homes 7:00 PM -9:00 PM ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Bargain Barn 1/2 Off All Bisque Ready to Paint LOTS OF WOOD CUT-OUTS MARKED DOWN TO COST. Call for Classifieds We have tools, knick knacks, floral arrangements, books, dishes & etc. Something For Everyone! 945-9554 or E. State Rd. & M-66 • Nashville 1-800-870-7085 517-852-1945 At our store in Hostings Learn vital tips for a smoother harvest with your John Deere Combine Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 0J 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 ohn Deere T. 616.945.9526 F. 616.945.5958 www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com Store Hours: Mon., Tue., Wed., Fri. 7am-5pm; Thu. 7am-6pm; Sat. 7am-3 pm County DHIA; Eaton Coun­ cil Artificial Breeders; Southland Mission - Clinton, Miss.; Eaton County Road Commission, retiring Dec. 31, 2000 after serving 26 years; served on seven County Road Commission Council; Self Insurance Board for County Road Commission for the State of Michigan; Southern Assoc­ iation of County Road Commissions/and past State Board Chairman; former member Michigan Milk Producers; former member ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buyers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 For Rent FOR RENT IN NASH­ VILLE: One and two bed­ room apartments. (517)8520852 NASHVILLE: 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-9386 and one sister. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. Memorial services were held Monday, August 13, 2001 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Memorial contributions may go to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association. Envelopes available at the Funeral Home. Arrangements were made by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte. DYNAMIC REAL eraESTATE Eaton County Egg Ass’n; former member Eaton County Park’s Board; avid outdoorsman enjoying hunt­ ing, fishing, camping. He was on his last camping trip to Blind Sucker Camp­ ground in Luce County where death came Tuesday, Aug. 7th. John felt “our family is a circle of strength and love. With every birth and every union the circle grows. Every joy shared adds more love. Every crisis faced makes the circle stronger.” Mr. Moore is survived by wife, Lois; daughter, Sallea (James) Tisch of Brighton, MI; sons, Hugh (Nancy Louise) Moore of Schenec­ tady, NY and Orvin (Nancy Kay) Moore of Nashville; six grandchildren, Paul (Maureen) Moore of Sche­ nectady, NY, Terry Moore of Schenectady, NY, Jennifer Moore of Schenectady, NY, Jeffery (Jody) Moore of Nashville, MI, Alice (Matt­ hew) Matlosz of Royal Oak, MI, Wayne (Danielle) Moore of Nashville; seven great grandchildren, John, Jacqueline, Peter, Tiffany, Terri-Lynn, Justin Wesley and Jacob. Services were held Sat­ urday, Aug. 11, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Rev. Gail Patter­ son officiating. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Lions Club or Southland Mission, Inc., P.O. Box 246, Clinton, Mississippi 39060. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. GUN LAKE OFFICE 2491 S. Patterson Rd., Wayland (616) 792-2219’458-0250 1-800-860-5253 •fiTHSE HASTINGS OFFICE [Hj 1225 West State St. (616) 945-5248*www.era.com MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT 1997 Redman doublewide, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, in Thornapple Lake Estates. Sellers motivated. Call Greg Kidder (616) 945-0021 or ERA Dynamic Hastings office (616) 945-5248. R&W Pheasant Ranch THANK YOU ... for purchasing my market hogs at the 2001 Barry County Flair. John Mater D.V.T. Electric, Inc. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 14,2001 - Page 5 Mfork planned at Putnam District Library by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Putnam District Li- brary is getting a "face lift" that will include several improvements. • Last week, Steve Joppie Builders were repairing a comer post column and re­ flooring part of the porch. "The corner catches all the weather so it's deterio­ rated," said Joppie as he was cutting wood for the porch. All the trim is scheduled to be repainted this fall by Dave Murphy. The paintiing will begin around September. A broken window in the children's room will be re­ placed, as was discussed at last Thursday's Village Council meeting. Steve Joppie replaces porch flooring at Putnam Library last week. This window is cracked in the children's section at Putnam Library. It will soon be replaced and the library is also scheduled for some other improvements. Other plans include a chimney inspection, said Library Board President Win Shaughnessy. "We are getting it looked at for loose bricks. We have been working, quite successfully with the village as they own the building. And we have been doing quite a bit of fundraising here and there to help with the cost of these improvements. All in all it has worked out pretty well," he said. Trevor Wawiernia saws the wood for the new porch flooring at Putnam Library last week. The library is scheduled for some improvements such as a new paint job. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News Action-ads Classes begin for students K-12 on Monday, August 27 NEW STUDENT INFORMATION SCHEDULES FOR THE BEGINNING OF SCHOOL All buildings will be open for regis­ tration starting August 15, 2001. BUS ROUTES AND TIMES WILL Please be sure to stop and registerSchool begins for students.............. Mon., Aug. 27BE APPROXIMATELY THE ■ your child if he/she is new to the SAME AS LAST YEAR. system or is entering kindergarten. Labor Day Weekend (No school)......... Fri. Aug. 31 Mon., Sept. 3 Fuller Elementary .. Young 5s-3rd All new students must have: .Wed., Nov. 7 8:00 a.m. -2:52 p.m. Parent-Teacher Conferences 1. Proof of residency No school in PM................ hurs., Nov. 8 Maplewood Elementary .'. 4th-6th 2. Updated immunizations No school........................... Fri., Nov.9 8:00 a.m. - 2:52 p.m. 3. Original birth certificate 2001-2002 CALENDAR Without these important docudocu­ ments, you will not be able to enroll your .child. Please be sure your child's immunizations are updated. State law forbids the enrollment of a child unless he/she has been immunized or a waiver has been signed. Waiver forms are available in all district offices. LUNCH PROGRAM Thanksgiving Recess ... Thurs. & Fri., Nov. 22-23Jr/Sr High Schoo 7th- 12th 8:00 a.m. 3-00 p.m. Christmas Recess begins........................ Fri., Dec. 21 School resumes after Christmas Mon., Jan. 7, 2002 Good Friday (no school) Spring recess begins......................... Fri., March 29 School resumes after Spring recess . Mon., April 8 Professional Development Day (no school).......................... Kellogg Alternative Education 8:00 a.m. - 3:06 p.m. DISTRICT PHONE NUMBERS Superintendent's Office ..Fri., April 26 on. May 27 Lunch prices for the 2001-2002 Memorial Day (no school) school year are as follows: Commencement............. ..Sun., June 2 Grades 1-6............ *.......... $1.60 1.60 Jr/Sr. High School Lunches.. 1.85 Final exams begin (school in AM only) ri., June 7 ^Self-serve elf-serve food ba bar.............. 2.15 ^-'Breakfast (all buildings)........ 1.00 Last day of school (school in AM only) Milk............................... 30 .................................................................. Mon., June 10 852-9699 Bus Garag .852-9421 Fuller Elementary 852-9468 Maplewood Elementary 726-0600 Jr/Sr High School..... 852-9275 Alternative Education 852-9794 Adult Education 852-9794 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 14, 2001 - Page 6 Nashville man loses home to Monday afternoon blaze by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter Tom Fenner has no idea what caused his Nashville home to be consumed by fire Monday afternoon. "I was only gone 45 min­ utes," said Fenner as he watched firefighters from Nashville, Vermontville and Hastings roll up their hoses outside his gutted home at 609 Grant St. "I started to go to work. I went to Al's Auto Sales first, and then I decided I wanted my cell phone so I came back home and this is what I found." Fenner has lived in the house for 15 years and owned it for the past four or five years, he said. The home was well over 100 years old. "I was on the computer," he said. "I just shut it down and set some flea bombs. I Equestrian team to hold pop can drive The Maple Valley High School Equestrian Team will be holding a pop can drive to raise money for team shirts and other expenses for the upcoming season. Anyone having pop cans to donate may drop them off at Dorothy’s Hair Styling in Nashville or contact an equestrian team member to have them picked up. The team will be meeting Aug. 17 to pick up cans. did what the can said and I closed the windows." A Bradford White Corp, employee, Fenner said that though he gave his dog away two weeks ago, he still had a flea problem in the house, which was not equipped with an air condi­ tioning system. He lost thousands of dol­ lars worth of guns including an antique family heirloom, Fenner said. "My entertainment stand was an antique, too," he said. "I had a cat but I didn't see him all day. I don't know if he's inside or out­ side." Fenner's nephew is also a Team members this year are part-time resident of the Kaylene Rutledge, Amanda Scramlin, Caitlin King, Mel­ issa Jewell, Jessica Ellison, Kristen Vanderhoef, Jessica McMillen, Jennifer Dunn, Donna Cripe, Laura Trum­ By the time Georgia Hol­ ble, and Rachelle Drallette. To arrange for donations comb was found with an you can call Jill Vanderhoef amputated foot from an ap­ at 517-726-0251. Any sup­ parent mowing accident port will be greatly appreci­ Monday, Aug. 6, the wound ated. had stopped bleeding and she was fighting off flies in a field near her home. The 30 year old woman was reportedly airlifted by West Michigan AirCare from her Tasker Road prop­ erty to Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo where she was listed in seri­ ous but stable condition Friday, Aug. 10. According to preliminary information, Holcomb had also suffered other cuts to her legs and was unable to Nashville resident Tom Fenner watches as firefighters try to save his house on Grant Street after it was found by a neighbor burning last Monday. home, he said, and the pair will be able to stay with friends and relatives. The house was insured. Woman hurt in apparent mowing accident get to a telephone before she was found by a passerby at 2:17 p.m. Temperatures were in the low 90s on Monday and the humidity was high. It is not known how long the woman was lying in the field before she was rescued by the 911 caller and by Lifecare Ambulance. "She was talking, but was not making a lot of sense," said a dispatcher, "though she told the other gal (the passerby) to go into her house to call for help." The caller told dispatchers that the injuries appeared to have been caused by a lawn mower which was found near where Holcomb was laying. Also responding to the scene were Bellevue Fire Department medical first re­ sponders. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION Vermontville library has new books BANKRUPTCY Vermontville Township Li­ brary has expanded its Louis L’Amour collection. Due to a recent donation the library now can offer these additional titles from the famous writer of western fiction: Kid Rodelo, Long Ride Home, Callaghen, Kiowa Trail, North to the Rails, Westerward the Tide, High Lonesome, The Burn­ ing Hills, The First Fast Draw and 7b Tame a Land. Other recent additions to the adult collection are: American Gods by Neil Gaiman, Bitterroot by James Burke, Dark Hollow by John Connolly, Last Time I Saw Paris by Elizabeth Adler, Last Time They Met by Anita Shreve, Leap of Faith by Danielle Steel, Moving Target by Elizabeth Lowell, Never Change by Elizabeth Berg, Parallel Lies by Rid­ ley Pearson, Secret Sanc­ tion by Brian Haig, Suzanne’s Diary For Nicholas by James Patter­ son, Theory ofRelativity by Jacqueline Mitchard, and The 4th Hand by John Irv- 945-3512 Business Services SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Excavating-Trucking-Grading Farm 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Rickard J. Ewing ~ For Sale MUST SELL: Montgomery Wards electric self cleaning range, almond color with black front, in good condi­ tion, about 6 years old. Call evenings, (517)852-3955. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. SATURDAY, August 18th, 9am-3pm. Clothes, toys & misc. 201 S. Main St., Nashville. Pets JACK RUSSELL TERRIER PUPS: 10 weeks old, 2 males, $200. (517)726-0251 Recreation Rich Davis Construction for purchasing my pen of market hogs at the 2001 Barry County Rair. Karlee Mater 1982 YAMAHA 750 Virago Fairing motorcycle. Leather saddle bags, 12,000 miles. Looks & runs • great. (616)758-4269 after 3pm. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980: The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- ing. New science fiction titles are Windhaven by George R.R. Martin, Eye of the World and Shadow Rising by Robert Jordan, and Hammerfall by C.J. Cherryh. Non-fiction titles that are new include Roanoke: Solv­ ing the Mystery ofthe Lost Colony by Lee Miller, Close to Shore: The True Story of Terror in an Age ofInno- cence by Michael Capuzzo, Turning Wool Into a Cottage Industry by Paula Simmons, The Sheep Raiser’s Manual by William K. Kruesi, 1001 Things Everyone Should Know About the Universe by William Gutsch, Jr., Ph.D., Graham Kerr’s Best: A Low-Fat, Heart Healthy Cookbook by Graham Kerr, and The Good Housekeep­ ing All-American Cookbook. NOTICE The Village of Vermontville is accepting applications at this time for a replacement council trustee. Appointee will finish out the term until next election in March 2002. Submit applications to the village office by 3:00 p.m. 9-05-01. Interviews to be held 9-06-01 at 7:00 p.m. Shirley Harmon Village Clerk 101 YOU WOULDN'T TRUST JUST ANYONE TO DRIVE YOUR CAR SO WHY TRUST JUST ANY COMPANY TO INSURE IT? Don't trust just anyone to insure vour car, see me: Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, MI 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Like a good neighbor. State Farm is there.' INSURANCE ,____________®. Slot! Form Mutual Automobile Insurance Company (not in NJ) Stole Farm Indemnity Company (NJ) • Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois �The Maple Va*ey News, NbsIw*. Tuesday. August 14,2001 - Page 7 Bank construction continues Construction continues on the Hastings City Bank in Nashville on Main Street. The bank will have drive through banking services. This oil painting by Sue Trowbridge is called "Dawn" and depicts a powerful image of two doves perched in a young tree with the abandoned ark beached in the background, after the flood. k I r. ‘kE p1 ; & ili^lsjifa * ifftiiiaii Btit W Itiji [iiijw M ty Cl foMlfewli ftfeliillffii tai# Mt ta lift Wife feWCstafc fjfc,fc MUUf ilniW mb Freedom, healing, inti­ macy and joy are virtues which arc rendered through the new artshow entitled "Spiritspace" opening this Friday at the Eclectic Gallery in Battle Creek. The show is being called a "gripping collection" of seven recent oil paintings by Sue Trowbridge. All of the paintings are designed to inspire thought and heal the spirit, she said. A key piece, titled Dawn," is a powerful im- 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 Pip • 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 age of two doves perched in a young tree with the aban­ doned ark beached in the background, after the flood. ''Anyone who has been through life's storms and survived can find meaning in this painting," Trow­ bridge said. Her exhibit will be on display at the gallery until Sept. 13. She is the pastor at Peace United Methodist Church, located outside of Nashville. Trowbridge resides in Ver­ montville with her husband, Roger, and five-year-old son, Seth. The Eclectic Gallery, on Calhoun Street near the cor­ ner of North Avenue, is open from 5-8 p.m. Thurs­ day and Friday, 2-8 p.m. Saturday and from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday. Students can pick up schedules Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School students arc encouraged to pick up their schedules and locker assignments on Thursday. Aug. 16, from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Students will or have re­ ceived in the mail a letter with an Information Form which needs to be returned when students pick up their schedules and locker as­ signments. Extra forms will be available in the office if needed, but this form must be completed and turned irj before students will receive their schedule and locker as­ signments. Seniors will also received a Senior Name Form which must be turned in, before re­ ceiving their schedules. Classes will begin on Mon­ day, Aug. 27. WORK WHILE YOUR KIDS ARE IN SCHOOL' FLEXIBLE HOURS SEASONAL POSITIONS OPEN FOR... CLERICAI/DATA PROCESSING Starting wages $7.50 WAREHOUSE AND DRIVERS Starting wages $600-$8.00 Now taking applications GLN FUNDRAISING IN BELLEVUE For information call 616-763-9409 Local students displayprojects Lisa Bishop of Hastings and Corin Swartz of Nashville were two of more than 500 Central Michigan University students who dis­ played projects or partici­ pated in creative perfor­ mances during the eighth annual Student Research and Creative Endeavors Ex­ hibition. The student exhibition fea­ tured poster displays, com­ puter and video demonstra­ tions and creative work. Stu­ dents also presented case studies and internship expe­ riences. Research helps students de­ velop skills arid work habits that prepare them for their future professions, said James Hageman, assistant vice president for research and dean of CMU’s College of Graduate Studies. “Students learn to think critically and creatively, to solve problems, to discover how new knowledge is ac­ quired and to persevere through completion of a project," said Hageman. “Students who conduct re­ search are engaged in active learning and are developing confidence in their own in­ tellectual and creative abili- The Dog House • * & & Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology G Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request____ ~ Now Offering Pickup and Delivery - Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Rd. Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer tics." Bishop, a CMU senior ma­ joring in geology and earth science, examined Permian rocks in Wyoming to deter­ mine if they are related to ancient acidic lake systems recently identified in Per­ mian rocks in Kansas and North Dakota. A graduate of Hastings High School, she is the FROST daughter of John Bishop of Hastings. Swartz, a graduate student majoring in physical ther­ apy, examined the effect of zinc on the health of zebra mussels. A graduate of Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School, she is the daughter of Robert and Leslie Guernsey of Nashville. HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service . ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 SIDING IS A SMART INVESTMENT PAYING TOO MUCH FOR IT ISN Re-siding is one of the most cost efficient home improvements you make. Because it adds to the beauty and comfort of your home right away, and adds to the resale value later. Plus, Wolverine Vinyl siding features easy-maintenance and the life-long durability you expect with premium vinyl siding - at a popular price. ake the smart move. Call today and we’ll give you more information on premium vinyl siding from Wolverine. It may be today’s most economical way to avoid re-painting. Wolverine Technologies DOUBLE 4 Pewter Wicker... ^HOMETOWN 4|i VISA 219 S. State in Nashville H LUMBER & HARDWARE HARDWARE 517-852-0882 Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumber.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 14, 2001 - Page 8 Kids learn more about bats at library program ® PHOTO Center Let us process your special rolls... Top Quality Processing FASH 35mm Film Processing HE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Dav 24 EXPOSURE VOf BZV^*Q**U* SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... Kids packed into the Opera House to learn about bats at the library program last week. panoramic by Shawna Hubbarth The last Vermontville Township Library summer program drew a huge crowd of children when the Organization for Bat Con­ servation came to educate the children about the im­ portance of bats in the world. The organization went through a slide program about different types of bats, and information about why bats are benefi­ cial, such as the fact that they eat many insects. Not only did the children have a chance to learn about bats, but the organi­ zation brought in some live ones for the kids to see. Grab bags and snacks provided by the Women's Club were given away to the kids after the program, and kids left with a bat education certificate and bat information booklet. The- library is giving away two bat houses that were donated to the li­ brary, a bat video and book, along with several APS Processing 4x6 25 EXPOSURE Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT MMMS( acp@voyager.net Panoramic prints additional and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints$4.00 download + 500 per print NEED COPIES7 Make Printing Pius your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies ^Check Our Prices! il dk I ink Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating \\\ vkw 1 PT •Collating *Back & whiteCopies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings jn tfie 616.945.9105 wBarn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 Boneless Next week, Art in the Park will be held on Tues­ day at 2 p.m. Carla Rum­ sey will be doing crafts. - Representatives were on hand from the Organization for Bat Conservation to talk about the benefits of bats in the natural world, at the last summer library program in Vermontville. Pork Pork Steak Ribeye Steak other prizes for the sum­ mer reading program. Winners are to be an­ nounced. Spare Ribs sssxxssss orterhouse Steak Boneless T-Bone Steak Chicken Breast $E89 $029 SE99 £SSSSSSSSS$S3S£SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSWSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS3SSSS£SSSSSSSSS: Hudsonville 1/2 Gallon ’ Ice Castle Strawberry Spread Azteca Small Fudge Brummels Flour Bars & Brown Tortillas Bareman’s 16 oz. From the Deli Amish French’s Parade 10 oz. Big Chief 4 lb. bag Sugar Cogs Northern 4 Roll Pkg. Cottage Macaroni Squeeze Marsh­ Bathroom Mustard mallows Cheese Salad Tissue Cheer Liquid Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 The Organization for Bat Conservation brought various bat merchandise to the library that was available for purchase. Here, Nick Smith looks over the bat books, tee-shirts, video's and other goods. We Now Accept W.I.C. & EBT Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00»Prices good thru Saturday W WMiGOg & Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” \ft/ell Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 *270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-08-21.pdf 59db8a86db5fba6df88ba9b8def77575 PDF Text Text r PRSRTSTD 'JS POSTAGE PAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan NACTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Hl S CHURCH $1__ Website: jadnews.com wsmsM4N»-un Vol. 129-No. 34/August 21, 2001 Nashville Village water project bids awarded by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville water project bids tentatively were awarded Monday night for a renovation that will cost the village $2.5 million. The water project, set to start this fall will replace countless water mains, put in a new booster pump sta­ tion to improve water pres­ Work on bus garage continues The Maple Valley bus garage construction continues....all three of the bays have been put in and the roof, and most of the outside has been finished. sure, add an iron removal plant, a portable generator and add cathodic protec­ tion. The village went with the low bids on four of the five contracts. One con­ tract they received no bids on. Hunter-Prell, out of Bat­ tle Creek, was awarded the water main contract for $1,403,420, and the con­ tract for the booster pump for $213,500. Harglo Con­ struction from Allegan was awarded the iron removal plant for $365,851. Standby Power from Grand Rapids was awarded the bid to provide the genera­ tor for $24,772.20. A contract for water tank cathodic protection will be rebid sometime this win­ ter, said Project Manager Don DeVries of Fleis and Vandenbrink. "We came in below the estimated engineers' bids for the project total and that's really good news," DeVries told the council Monday night. DeVries said he had checked out references and received favorable ones from the companies involved. "We have never worked with Hunter-Prell before, but they have done a lot of work for the City of Battle Creek and I got a very good reference for them," he said. The bids will hold for 90 days, during which time final approval should be given for financing from Rural Development. The village is doing the project through low interest loans and grants. "We hope to receive word from Rural Develop­ ment in the next 30 days or so," said DeVries. DeVries said contractors are eager to start the pro­ ject, as some of it can be roughed in and finished in­ doors during the winter. As soon as there is final ap­ proval from Rural Devel­ opment, the project is set to start. DeVries said after the meeting the water project would continue next spring, with a likely end date of around this time next year. The mains will be put in in phases, and DeVries said he expects there to be minor traffic patterns affected, and only a couple of hours perhaps of no water to customers, when pipe is switched from the old to the new. The project was previ­ ously estimated at a cost of $2.8 million, but is now around $2.5 million, said DeVries after the meeting. To water customers in Nashville, this will mean a hike of $14 to $15 per month. "I believe they pay $14.70 a month now and we are looking for that fig­ ure to go to $29 a month," See water project, pg. 2 New athletic field bleachers, press box purchased by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education last week de­ cided to purchase athletic bleachers and a press box for the athletic field at the high school for $145,250. The bleachers will be delivered and installed by the end of November, said Superintendent Clark Volz. They will be installed on the west side of the field. In other business the board: • Awarded special recognition to the Pash family for weeding, the landscaping around Kel­ logg school this summer. Volz said the award is given to those who go "above and beyond." The Pash kids received a Maple Valley PRIDE pin. • Approved the hiring of new staff members Vicki Mansfield, Amanda Archer and Lori Thomas. Kelly Hoefler recently was ap­ proved as a new staff Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport gave an update to the school board about the playground progress. Here, one can see, most of the equipment is put in. member at a special meet­ ing. • Accepted staff resigna­ tions of Sue Schinck, Lori Bunker and Amy Smith. • Heard by letter a re­ quest for air conditioning in the computer lab at Fuller. Volz said he thought there were a cou­ ple of portable units avail­ able. • Decided to change the schools' school breakfast and lunch bread supplier from Butternut to Schafer, but stayed with Rolef Dairy for milk bids. Superintendent Clark Volz presents the Pash family with their Maple Valley pride pins, for weeding the grounds around Kellogg. • Heard from Maple­ wood Elementary School Principal Fred Davenport that work is nearly com­ pleted on the Maplewood playground, and it is ex­ pected to be ready for the beginning of the academic year. • Heard from Fuller El­ ementary Principal Judy Farnsworth about an open house for Fuller students to come meet with their teachers and tour their classrooms Thursday, Aug. 23, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. In This Issue Missionaries to India to visit local church Many changes in store at Fuller Elementary Local Lions donate slide in Putnam Park Lion gridders prepare to open new season �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday, August 21. 2001 - Page 2 Missionaries to India to visit local church The Rev. Andrew McCabe will be guest speaker at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, at the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville. Missionaries to India since February, 1949, the McCabes have been involved in numerous types of mis­ sionary ministries and activi­ ties. Prior to their marriage (February I960), both Andrew and Evelyn took care ofvaried assignments of missionary work in several different areas in North India. However, since March 1960, the boys’ school at Nawabganj, UP., India has been considered as their home base. At that time, McCabe was given oversight to to the care and education of 1,000 students at the James Harvey Memorial School in northern India, close to the Nepal border. The school was founded by Mrs. Esther Harvey (Assemblies ‘of God Missionary from ort; Huron) fof the purpoflp.of ? giving primary and high school education to children ofpoor Christian families of North India. In recent years many boys have come to this school from the mountain areas ofNepal. For the past several years, McCabe has been consultant for various compassion and community development projects throughout India and Nepal. Recently, he established and built two schools in Nepal, primary through high school. He is on the board of the United Mission to Nepal, a group of approximately 40 Missions that (work on community based projects in Nepal in the areas of education and health care. McCabe is in charge ofthe Assemblies of God Mission and English Medium School in Bettiah, Bihar. This school (primary through high school) has 1200 students enrolled as day scholars. In all of these schools, the day begins with Bible reading, prayer and Christian songs and choruses. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... . eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. she was sent to Battiah to the girls school and orphanage. Her ministry there was vil­ lage and city evangelism. Later she was transferred to the Boys School at Nawabanj for various duties there. A few months after Mrs. McCabe’s return to India fol­ lowing her first furlough, she was sent to Lucknow to work in the North India District Council Office as secretary to the superintendent, and to help in the work of the English speaking church there. Three years later she was sent to assist in the work in Jabalput, M.P. Then, Andrew and Evelyn were married in Lucknow and a short time later the executive committee requested Mr. McCabe to take charge ofthe James Harvey Memorial School, Nawabganj, Gonda Dist. U.P., India. They have been there ever since. Before Mrs. McCabe’s missionary appointment to India, she was pastor at churches in Tribure and Sharon Springs, Kansas. Also, the Foreign Missions Committee requested her to assist in the India Department prior to her mis­ sionary appointment. Andrew and Evelyn McCabe are still active mis­ sionaries of the Assemblies of God. Calendar of Events MSU Extension Office Livestock Development Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 8-9 4-H Rendezvous Norris Rd. Tree Farm. Sept. 8 4-H Card Quest/Open Trail Ride, 9 a.m., Yankee Springs Horseman’s Campground. Sept. 9 Open Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. Sept 10 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 24 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Sept. 24 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm.. Sept. 24 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Sept. 24 Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 p.m. Sept. 27 Shooting Sports Leaders Meeting, 7 p.m.. Extension Office. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther notice. Sept. 5 Water project, from front page- K^uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business • 7AaNt Rev. McCabe, a Scotsman, was bom and raised in India by missionary parents. In 1939 he left India with his parents. They went to Scotland and there he com­ pleted high school. During World War II, McCabe served four years in the Royal Navy. After the war, Mr. McCabe studied at Rugby Technical College and Cliff College in Sheffield and received a diploma in theology from the All Nations Bible College in London. After graduation, he returned to India in 1950 for Missionary Service with the Regions Beyond Missionary Union. He was active in Village Evangelism, Youth Ministry and Orphanage Management. He also served for a time as superintendent ofa leprosarium. In 1960, he joined the Assemblies of God. In 1963, he was ordained by the Southern California District Council while on furlough. On Feb. 19, 1991, McCabe received the MBE Award from the Queen of England for his many years of com­ passion work among needy children in India. Mr. McCabe enjoyed the conver­ sation with the Queen. She took time to ask him about his work in India. A graduate of Southwestern Assemblies of God University, Waxahachie, Texas, Evelyn McCabe began her missionary service near Lucknow, India. Then, TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 said DeVries. "I was very happy with the bids that came in," he told the council. "All came in under our estimate ex­ cept for one and then the other ones came in low enough to keep the total project under our esti­ mates." LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School...... Sunday: A M Worship ........ Evening Worship Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting . CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy, 10 a.m. ..11am. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ol M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............... 99:30 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Sunday School.... Morning Worship.. Evening Worship.. Wednesday Family Night Service ... .9:45 a.m. ........... 11 ............. 6 6:45 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............ Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship........... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................. .9:45 a.m. 11 a m. ......... 6 REV. ALAN METTLER 7 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School M.orning Celebration ... ...10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M 66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class .9:30 a.m. ........ 10 a.m. .. .10:30 a.m. . . .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer 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 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 am, A.M. Service ........................ 11 a m. P.M. Service ......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Servic ...9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School. Worship............. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School......... 9: 5 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 Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: :15 a m. Morning Prayer ................. 11:00 a m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Huslwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass................. .9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 21, 2001 - Page 3 Many changes in store at Fuller Elementary 5 wni » The book room at Fuller is now part of the teachers lounge, down the hall. Principal Judy Farnsworth said she is excited about the changes and the staff is looking Pat McClelland works just outside the new office for administrative assistant Joan Leos in Fuller Elementary. by Shawna Hubbarth forward to the start of the school year. She said there will be an open house for children to meet with teachers and to tour their classrooms Thursday, Aug. 23, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. An an­ nual report will be pre­ sented at 5 p.m. Staff Writer 1***«» swi lint... Students returning to Fuller Elementary at the end of this month willsee many changes in the build­ ing. Joan Leos has been hired by the district as administrative assistant, and will help principal Judy Farnsworth in the day to day activities at the school. Leos previously has worked in administrative law with the State of Michigan, has her master's degree in management and has worked off and on in the past 30 years as a paraprofessional. Remodeling has been done to the administrative offices, and an office has been added for Leos. A de­ tention space has been created for outside her of­ fice. Joan Leos, new administrative assistant in Fuller Elementary. A new room has been added for sick children, and it is attached to the student support room. Changes have been Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 made in the classrooms as $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily well. On Friday, mainte­ $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm nance workers were busy $5.00 Students A Late Shows Fri A Sat installing cabinetry, and $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO . countertop in classrooms. Unlimited Free Drink Refills & ,25c Corn Refills Kim Hansen, who was Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View installing the improve­ ments said the district is . working on renovating two classrooms a year in Fuller. "We start with the ones that are in the worst shape," he said. COLIN FARRELTaLI CARTER flMOTHY D/BT$N 1 The teacher's lounge SHOWTIMES 8/21-8/23 also has a new look. The O AMERICAN OUTLAWS book room has been added (PG-1 3)oisit«ustmium sutiw 11:40, 1:35, 3:30, 5:25, 7:25, into the room, and the 9:25 copy room has moved HASTINGS 4 Dill! I ST.CffllL . RUSH HOUR 2 (PG-13) OIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 11: 30, 1:30, 3:20, 5:15, 7:15, 9:35 PRINCESS DIARIES (G) 12: 00, 2:20, 4:40, 7:00, 9:15 PLANET OF THE APES (PG-13) 11:40, 2:00, 4:20, 6:50, 9:20 Business Services VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Real Estate % JASON B AMERICANI PIE 2 OPENING AT HASTINGS 4 AUGUST 24TH Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad © HastingRM ■ WWW.GQTI.COM 1 1 KALKASKA COUNTY: 6.69 wooded acres adjoining public land, ■ Ideal camping/hunting area. Short drive to Torch Lake. Near snowmobile and ORV trails. $26,900, $500 down, $330/month, 11% land con­ tract, www.northernlandco.com for photos and survey of Park Place. Northern Land company, 800-968-3118. Kim Hansen works on new cabinetry at Fuller Elementary last week. IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY BUT YOU GET THE PRESENT 30-M0NTH STEP-UP CD INTRODUCING OUR NEW BIRTHDAY CD Thanks to you, Hastings City Bank is celebrating its 115th Birthday. And our new Birthday CD is our way of showing just how highly you rate with us. Every six months, your rate is guaranteed to increase for an annual percentage yield of 5.05% for the entire 30-month term. So huny in today. We've been around for 115 years. But this CD rate won't be. K- Hastings City Bank f Here For You Since 1886 MEMBER FDIC Rate is effective as ofJuly 17,2001, and may change without notice. Annual percentage yeild reflects quarterly compounding. A $ 1,000 minimum initial deposit required. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. 2S1721 I IpriiriFR iiiFR �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 21,2001 - Page 4 Summer reading programs end at Vermontville Twp. Library Summer programs came to an end this week at the Vermontville Township Library with the announce­ ment of the winners of the large prizes for the Reading Road Trip Bingo. Children played the game by reading books and filling in a bingo card with book titles. They were awarded a prize for each bingo. They then filled out a slip with the book title and their name to be entered into the final drawing. A total of 511 books were read by 63 participants. The winners were: Harry Potter Backpack, Lauren Trumble and Caitlyn Hale; Bat Video, Nick Smith; Bat House, Kelli Perry and Bekka Batdorff; Fanny Pack, Anthony Cook; Bat Books, Tabitha Williams and Amanda Wright; Yard Bat, Molly Galvin; book bag grab bag, Randy Henry, Katie Williams, Taketha Wright, Joe Batdorff, Tyler Williams, Chris Rumsey, Joe Cook, Tabetha Reid, Steven Perry, Chelsea Khouri, Daniel Perry and Juddson Nash. This also marked the end ofthe activities for “Reading Road Trip USA” presented by the library with the help of Girl Scout Troop 206. Each week the girls lead the children in games, crafts and other activities relating to travel. Approximately 35 children attended the pro­ grams each week. The final program was presented by the Organiza­ tion for Bat Conservation, which featured live bats for the audience of 54 parents and children to enjoy. Summer programs at the Vermontville Township Library were partially fund­ ed by a grant from the Eaton County Youth Advisory Council, and the Vermontville Women’s Club. Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, Aug. 26th. Rain or shine, 400 ex­ hibitors - most inside or un­ der cover. Show located at the fairgrounds in Allegan, Mich. Free parking, $3.00 admission 7:30am-4:00pm. Info, (616)735-3333. Tailorin to serveyour The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-lnterest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geographical area. Donor-Adyised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the char­ itable organizations and causes to be con­ sidered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend- grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income ofthe fund. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. Scholarship and Award Funds You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foun­ dation as the beneficiary ofyour IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community founda­ tion in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has itss own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization Oi i enjoys public bli charity h i status and the professional staff services ofthe community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. P.O. Box 644 450Meadow Run Drive •Suite 300 Hastings, Mt 49058 Phone: 616-945-0526 • Fax: 616-945-1536 Email: tKf@wmis.net Website: wwwbarrycf.org Rev. John A. Lippincott JACKSONVILLE, FLA Rev. John A. Lippincott, of Jacksonville, Florida and formerly of Sunfield, Michi­ gan, passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, July 10, 2001 at Westminster Woods Retirement Center in Jacksonville, Florida, at the age of 81. He was bom on June 10, 1920, the son ofJohn R. and Blanche (Halladay) Lippincott. He was a gradu­ ate of Sunfield High School, Central Michigan University and Perkins School of Theology in Dallas, Texas. He married Margery Lynk on Aug. 6, 1943. Before retiring to Florida, the Rev. Lippincott served churches in Michigan, Texas and Iowa. These included United Methodist Churches in Springville, Laurens, Atlantic, Clinton, Albia, Malvern, Mt. Ayr, and Manning, and Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents, and four sis­ ters, Frances Goodman, Norma Spencer, Rachel Binns and Beth Bailey. Surviving are his wife, Margery, now in Eldora, Marie A. Clingenpeel VERMONTVILLE Marie A. Clingenpeel, age 79, of Vermontville died Thursday, Aug. 9, 2001 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings, ML Mrs. Clingenpeel was bom on Sept. 21, 1921 in Flint, Mich., the daughter of Neles and Cora Gillness. She was raised in Flint and attended Flint schools, grad­ uating in 1939. She was married to James B. Clingenpeel in 1939 in Flint, Mich, and lived in Burton until 1987 when she moved to Vermontville to be closer to her family. She was employed at Fisher Body for 30 years, retiring in the early 1980’s. She was a member of the Vermontville United Metho­ dist Church. She enjoyed playing cards, games, gar­ dening, reading, crossword puzzles and bowling. Mrs. Clingenpeel is sur­ vived by daughters, Marilyn (Ken) Frith of Vermontville, Joyce (Gary) Mixon of Vermontville, and Barbara (Ronald) Maksymowski of Arizona. Preceding her in death were husband, James B. Clingenpeel, 1971, step brothers, Charles Martin and Roy Martin. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2001 at Vermontville CaU 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 anytime for... Maple Valley >T News ACTIONS United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint, MI. In lieu of flowers, memor­ ial contributions may be made to Vermontville United Methodist Church for reno­ vations. Arrangements are being made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. lowa; four children, John Lippincott, II, and his wife Nancy of Des Moines, Iowa, Katherine Genevieve Davidge of Alburquerque, New Mexico, Jim Lippincott and his wife Kerrie of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Rev. Anne Lippincott and her husband, Steve Braudt of Eldora, Iowa; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and one sister, Allene Connors and her husband Fred of Indian River, Michigan. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001 at the East Sebewa Cemetery on Bippley Road. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the research efforts into Parkinson’s Disease, c/o Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890 in memory of Rev. Lippincott. The family is being served by the Independent Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. Barbara M. James LANSING - Barbara M. James, ofLansing, died Aug. 16, 2001 at the age of 70. She was bom Nov. 20, 1930 in Owosso. Mrs. James was a 1948 graduate of Corunna High School. She liked to attend her grandchildren’s sporting events, including, horse shows, cheerleading, floor hockey, baseball, and basket­ ball. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Dorothy Slater. Surviving are Edward K. James, her husband of 51 years; two sons, Tom (Elizabeth Merrill) James of White Lake and Tim (Michelle) James of Ver­ montville; seven grandchil- dren, Tom Clark, Heather Carrigan, and Susan, Heather, Kenny, Nikki, and Joey James; one sister, Marion (Bill) VanSice of Owosso; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, Aug. 20, at the Gorsline-Runciman Co., Lansing Chapel. Interment, followed in Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing. Those desiring may make contributions to the Lansing School District, the Eaton Rapids High School Scho­ larship Fund, or to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholar­ ship Fund, in memory of Mrs. James. Arrangements were made by Gorsline-Runciman Co. PERSONAL INJURY Auto Accidents • Work Related Injuries Wrongful Death Free Consultation sa 1-616-945-3512 ggt Nashville VFW Fh Luau M and reach DINNER & DANCE Aug. 25th over 4,000 Advanced tickets: s8 ~ At the door: HO area homes, Eat at 5 p.m. Public Welcome Aug. 24th at 4 p.m. Luau Pig Preparations ALL ARE WELCOME �Looking PRINTER? pULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one of our Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND a COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! Letterheads Business Cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber Stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers Invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons Calendars Catalogs ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N.,M-43 Hwy. in the BARN! Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ------------------------ 1 Hour or Next Day Processing--------------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Pax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 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, August 21,2001 - Page 6 Help Wanted ATTENTION: new local company expansion in proc­ ess. Looking for 6 aggressive people to help manage group leaders. If you desire a better income and want to have fun at the same time call (616)838-1031 to sched­ ule and interview. CONSTRUCTION/LABORS-To 20/hr + overtime! Many people needed. Train­ ing Now. (616)949-2424 Job­ line DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. LARGE WAREHOUSE/HILO-Salary + benefits-401K Plan! Fortune Company!!! Start Training Now! (616)949-2424 Jobline PACKAGING/LINE ASSEMBLY-to 15/hr + full benefits. Many shifts need­ ed! Great working environ­ ment! (616)949-2424 ELECTRICAL/APPRENTICE-to 22.50/hr + full ben­ efits! Residental/commercial/industrail. Training with a Journeyman. (616)949-2424 Jobline_______ FRONT DESK/TYPEST/RECEPTIONIST-To $10.90/hr + benefits. General office du­ ties, great advancement po­ tential. (616)949-2424 Jobline SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS: Earn $10+ hrly working with children in Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Potterville and Ma­ ple Valley Schools. Call us for details at (517)484-2929 or 543-5500 X1119 EOE ROUTE DELIVERY (CITY Express)-td 800/wk + great benefits! Full Training! All local Routes! (616)949-2424 Jobline MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376.__________________ FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461___________________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS" REALTOR Commission on Aging menu & event schedule Hearty Meals Wednesday, Aug. 22 Salisbury steak, mashed w/gravy, asparagus, dinner roll, cake. Thursday, Aug. 23 Chef salad, three bean sal­ ad, summer mixed fruit, whole wheat cracker. Friday, Aug. 24 Herb seasoned pork chop, broccoli au-gratin, diced peaches, stuffing w/gravy, pears. Monday, Aug. 27 Baked chicken, seasoned rice, spinach, com, pudding. Tuesday, Aug. 28 Country fried steak, hash brown casserole, seasoned green beans, dinner roll, sweet treat. Lite Menu Wednesday, Aug. 22 California reuben spread, Spanish bean salad, plums, rye crackers. MLS. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI........................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................................. 852-5066 Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central Fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring & cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info." Near Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) IN THE COUNTRY ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call Nyle. (CH-129) ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must seel! (CH-141) VACANT LAND IN VERMONTVILLE Older 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Many recent improve­ ments, charming mature lot with fruit trees, 24x40 pole barn (cement floor 6r sepa­ rate electric). Call Nyle for all the details. (V-142) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) PRICE REDUCED! SELLER MOTIVATED! NOW $114,900!!! LOCATED NEAR HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) NEW LISTING LAKEWOOD ON 1 ACRE - COUNTRY HOME 2 story, with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Many recent updates, nice private setting. North of Sunfield, good option for low down financing. Priced to buy at just $89,900! Call Nyle. Don't miss this one! (CH-143) LAND PARCELS NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE 2-2 ACRE PARCELS • 2 - 7 ACRE PARCELS Plus a 9 acre parcel St a 10 acre parcel. All on blacktop roads, some trees, seeded to alfalfa. Natural gas availble to some parcels. Call Homer for more information. (VL-134/137) 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more Lunch Menus Monday, Aug. 27 Chicken fries, potato wedge, fruit cocktail, pud­ ding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Aug. 28 Cheesie bread sticks, com, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Aug. 27 Choose One Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. TUesday, Aug. 28 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Castleton Twp. Board PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED!! CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE LAND CONTRACT TERMS Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) 110 ACRES Nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East ofNashville. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD August 1, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Four people were in atten­ dance from the public. Minutes were approved as corrected. Treasurer’s report accepted as printed subject to audit. Approved paying bills in the amount of $44,975.20. Committee reports were given. 2001-2002 budget (four months) was discussed. Correspondence was viewed by the board. Public comment was heard. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor Thursday, Aug. 23 Tuna salad, sweet and sour carrots, fruit parfait, w.w. bread. Friday, Aug. 24 Egg salad, cucumber sal­ ad, applesauce, w.w. bread. Monday, Aug. 27 Peanut butter and jelly, marinated vegetables, apri­ cots, English muffin. Tuesday, Aug. 28 Cold chicken thigh, pea and cheese sandwich, pears, dinner roll. Events Wednesday, Aug. 22 Hastings, craft/nail day; Nashville, social day; Wood­ land, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Aug. 23 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, puzzle day. Friday, Aug. 24 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday party. Monday, Aug. 27 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, Kathy Stroke/ blood pressure/exercise. Tuesday, Aug. 28 Hastings, puzzle day; Nashville, puzzle day. Legal advice available to area senior citizens Legal Services of Southern Michigan will con­ duct interviews for legal advice and possible repre­ sentation, without charge, to interested senior citizens Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001, from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 N. Main, Nashville. A short presentation also will be provided. Legal Services of Southern Michigan is a non­ profit organization that pro­ vides legal assistance, repre­ sentation and education to low income people in Calhoun, Branch, and Hillsdale counties and senior citizens in St. Joseph and Barry counties. The agency seeks, through its board, staff, volunteers and pro bono attorneys, to ensure that its clients are given equal access to the justice system. It is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the State Bar of Michigan and local United Ways. The advice and counsel at the senior sites is funded pri­ marily by Federal Title III “Older Americans Act” funding and by the Calhoun County Senior Millage. Immunizations available Childhood immunizations will be provided free of charge from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, at the Central United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa. Adult and travel immu- nizations also are avail­ able at the same time for a fee. Travel shots are given by appointment only. For more information, call the Ionia County Health Department at (616) 527-5341. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. August 21. 2001 - Page 7 members donate slide to Putnam Park s PHOTO Center Get your special summerphotos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs ^^35mm Film Processing >NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 35MM0RAPS S DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional 99* NOW ONLY... with original processings 4x6 prints only^sj panoramic Jim Carl (from left), Herb Frith, Lincoln Gorsuch, and Karl Pufpaff recently put in this slide that was donated to the village of Nashville for Putnam Park by Mike Beachnau. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A slide donated to the village by former Coun­ cilman Mike Beachnau was put in Putnam Park recently by members of the Lions Club. The Putnam Park is maintained by the Lion's Club. Jim Carl, chairman of the park committee, said the club helps with the playground equipment and repairs. "When the ship came in, we helped put that in, we put the badminton net in, stuff like that," Carl said. "We try to help if there are any projects going on." Benches that already were at the park match the slide perfectly. "We positioned it so that the mothers could watch their kids go down it," said Carl. The slide is a blue and yellow tunnel style appara­ tus. The Lions Club in Nashville participates in fund-raisers throughout the year for various charities, said Carl. They also help with the Vermontville Syrup Festival, and clean streets in town. Missing persons web site launched locally Publishing Webseed launched a missing persons website, www.plzcomehome.com. Della Serene, of Kalamo (Vermontville) is the writer/editor of the site. By the end ofAugust, the site is scheduled to be completed. Each month there will be five articles and links to other websites. The articles DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today ~ We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon 1-888-945-9557 YOU WOULDN'T TRUST JUST ANYONE TO DRIVE YOUR CAR, SO WHY TRUST JUST ANY COMPANY TO INSURE IT? Don't trust just anyone to insure vour car, see me: Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, MI 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 INSURANCE Like a good neighbor. State Farm is there* Slot* Form Mutual Automobile Insurance (ompony (not in NJ) Stele Form Indemnity (ompony (NJ) • Homo Offices: Bloomingion, Illinois will cover disappearances of individuals, families and coping mechanisms. September’s articles will talk about the issue of miss­ ing persons. Articles already on the website are: “When a Loved One Disappears,” “How to Select a Private Investigator (with tips from Michigan Based Private Investigator Theo R. Grevers)” and “Case in History: The Einarsson Disappearances (each month will feature a historical case).” October’s issue will re­ volve around parental abductions. November’s issue will cover the topic of persons with diminished capacities who are missing (Alz­ heimer’s, mental illness, per­ sons who walk away from nursing homes, etc.) The site will profile per­ sons who have been reported missing to a police agency. Photos and information can be submitted to Della Serene at serenecomm@voyager. net. Or call (517) 726-0313. Until the site starts getting submissions of missing per­ sons, there will be links to existing sites that have pic­ tures. For Sale FOR SALE: GE Spacemaker III microwave, $10. Also, 10 speed Huffy expedition bike, $75. Call (616)948-1902. RESTAURANT AUCTION THURSDAY, August 30, 2001 @ 10am, located 1409 Jordan Lake St., Lake Odes­ sa, Michigan. Complete dispersal of all equipment of Sisters Family Restaurant. Call (616)945-9398 for com­ plete listing. Your auctioneers, Leon Casey, Calvin "Tink" Brown. APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives 5x8 - $2.50 s$ 8x10 as low as 4 9 5 f llM I Business Cards Stamps Custom W*® ® Io order Self-lnkbW nrices! Se checkourpr,ce5: Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color as low as $-I4WQ5 0 2501-color NowAvailable! 1 COLOR TO 4 COLOR Looking for Specialty Papers? IVe have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures POSTERS 44” WIDE X NECESSARY Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays and more! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 . ^Barn OPEN MON ■ FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 21, 2001 - Page 8 What's new at Putnam District Library? As some have noticed, the Putnam District Library has been going through a lot of changes these past few weeks. The Village of Nashville added new steps to the side of the building as well as repaired the railing to the front ofthe building. Repairs to the front of the building were done by Steve Joppie and Trevor Wawiemia from Steve Joppfe Builders of Nashville. Painting of the library will be done this fall by Dave Murphy, who along with his wife, Rosie, refin­ ished the two benches out front. The trustee of the Putnam District Library have ap­ pointed Brenda Shoup act­ ing library director. She will assume these duties while a search is conducted for a permanent director. Sandra Hosey is now acting assis­ tant librarian. Tyler Sivyer won the bal­ loon launch contest with the farthest traveled (about 29 miles). His balloon was Call for Maple Valle News ACTION-Ad M5-9554 or I -800-870-708 7 days a week 24 hours Michigan Streams and Lakes found by Eric Eaton of Eaton Rapids. Cindy Eaton wrote to Tyler in care of the library, explaining that at 6 p.m. July 20, while cutting hay on their farm, her dad found the balloon. Cindy even included a map from the library to their house with mileage and travel time (by car) ofone hour and five minutes. Latest books and dona­ tions to the Putnam District Library: Audio Books - Vendetta (Lucky’s Revenge) by Jackie Collins; I’ll Be Seeing You, by Mary Higgins Clark; The First Horseman by John Case; 18mm Blues by Ger­ ald A. Browne; Saving Faith by David Baldacci; Exclu­ sive by Sandra Brown; Vor­ tex by Larry Bond; State Scarlet by David Aaron; The X-files “Ruins” by Kevin J. Anderson; The Cannibal Queen by Stephen Coonts; FREE GUIDEBOOK! Cruel and Unusual by Pat­ ricia Cornwell; The Heiress Bride by Cathrine Coulter; The Ten Thousand by Harold Coyle; The Devil’s Teardrop by Jeffery Deaver; Dying for Chocolate by Diane Mott Davidson; Underworld by Don Delillo; Time and Again by Jack Finney; The Fist of God by Fredrick Forsyth; The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett; Knock Down by Dick Francis; Reflex by Dick Francis; Storm Warn­ ing by Billy Graham; South­ ern Family by Gail Godwin; A Great Deliverance by Elizabeth George; Praetor­ ian by Thomas Gifford; Ran­ som by Julie Garwood; The Man With a Load of Mis­ chief by Martha Grimes; Talking God by Tony Hillerman; Mrs. DeWinter by Susan Hill; The Eagle has Landed by Jack Higgins; Dark Side of the Street by Jack Higgins; Queen by Alex Haley; Guns of Mark Jardine by L. Ron Hubbard; Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Dr. Susan Jeffer, Ph.D.; A Thief of Time by Tony Hillerman; A Theory of Relativity by Jacquelyn Mitchard; The Indwelling by Tim LaHaye; Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt; Return with Honor by Captain Scott O’Grady; Mid-Night Club by James Patterson; The Devil’s Code by John Sand­ ford; Easy Prey by John Sandford. Adult Fiction - Hostage by Robert Crais; Manhattan Hunt Club by John Saul; Clouds Without Rain, P.L. Gaus, Sacred Honor by Colin Powell; Mall by Erid Bogosian; The Gospel of Judas by Simon Mauer; Anil’s Ghost by Michael Ondaatje; The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara King­ solver; Fatal Voyage by Kathy Reichs; Dead Sleep by Greg Iles. Children’s Books Adventure of Klickitat Is­ land; Benny’s Surprise, Bub­ ba and Trixie, Castle Under Attack, The Christmas Kit­ ten, Day at the Fair, The First Bear, Franklin and the Hero, Franklin in the Dark, Frank­ lin Plants a Tree, I Dare You, I Love You Blue Kangaroo, Junie B. Jones, The Puddle, Shadows in the Glasshouse, Someone I Like, the Ul­ timate Balloon Book, Dear America: Journal of Jesse Smoke. Free hunter safety classes scheduled LOST STREAM MAP FOUND AND The recently published STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN is just like another map - known to Pennsylvania anglers as the "Lost Stream Map." Why every fisherman needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the, fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which group you fall into... there's a sure way to up your ■ odds... simply try new fishing waters. Fish where few fishermen ever fish. The “Stream Map of Pennsylvania" jj was completed in 1965 after a thirty- j 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. [STREAMS] RAVE REVIEWS 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. "It is amazingly detailed and The few remaining g dog-eared gcopies became a prized fisherman's possession. Professor Higbee was offered $400 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. names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can't even be found on topographic maps." John Pitarres OBSERVER-DISPATCH-Utica ‘If you're looking for the most idefinitive maps ever created depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake ... ....then then "Professor "ProfessorHigbee's Higbee's Stream Maps" are without question the finest. Howard Brant THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER 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, I 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. Michigan is loaded with great fishing waters...many of them overlooked. From the AuSahle. River to all of the Great Lakes tributaries to the Pure Marquette River...thousands of miles of streams, lakes and rivers are now easy-to-locate on one map. Professor Higbee's Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. This new 4 foot by 4 foot color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan streams & lakes on lx>th peninsulas . Pu>/eUM Uinbetk tk • "It is in showing where to find out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman. Joe Gordon TRIBUNE-DEMOCRATJohnstown FREE LOCATION GUIDEBOOK INCLUDED Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the “Stream Map. “ Your map and guidebook will take you to the top 443 fishing waters - select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. f ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS 1 Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFEl TIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off I surface, with brass eyelettes for easy hanging. । Send me 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid at $24.45 ea. । Send me_ 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED map(s) postage paid al $24.45 ea. । Send me 4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED map(s) postage paid at $44.45 ea. । Check or money order enclosed $ 2 - 3 DAY PRIORITY MAIL IN A STURDY TUBE Na Address__ Addres । City state Zip _ | Mail completed coupon with payment to: I J-AD GRAPHICS I 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 I Eaton County SheriffRick Jones has announced that six free hunter safety classes will be held in the training room at the Sheriff’s Department, 1025 Independ­ ence Blvd., Charlotte. The classes are scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27, Wednesday, Aug. 29, Friday, Aug. 31, Monday, Sept. 3, Wednesday, Sept. 5, and Friday, Sept. 7. Class size is limited to 30 each session and registrants must be at least 12 years of age by commencement of the hunting season. To sign up or if you have any questions, call Jerri Nesbitt at 543-3512, exten­ sion 390, or 372-8217, extension 390. SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. EARN $10.05 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held September 19 through October 4 and is not in session on weekends. After successful com­ pletion of state testing, wage will increase to *11.05 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Applications will be taken until the class is full, but not beyond September 12, 2001. Apply in person for this opportunity at: 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 Xfiornapple �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 21, 2001 - Page 9 Clarksville Steam and gas Engine Show this weekend N Q William Russell Joppie VERMONTVILLE William Russell Joppie, 58, ofVermontville, died Friday, Aug. 17, 2001 at his resi­ dence surrounded by his family and friends. Mr. Joppie was born Feb. 23, 1943 in Charlotte, Michigan, the son ofRussell and Janice (Hadden) Joppie. He worked as a supervisor for General Motors for 34 years and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was a member of the Eagles Aerie No. 3552 and the Seney Social Club. He is survived by wife Lee; sons, Tim ofNashville, L^th. «C? s N^ e>JsS ?c4 f%ta«Sit, JjdJS ’ w *S L !^k !k S?S %111% 1■%< &L • %% %■<&• '■><s&%• %'>s% JJ*®* %*>®s%* Transfer site closed for Labor Day holiday Q0! s J| ^ikb Steve of Vermontville; daughter, Marcy (Chad) Gross of Vermontville; his father, Russell Joppie of Charlotte; grandchildren, Storm and Savanah, Matt and Donny, Hutch and Hadley, Cortney, Corbin, Jacob, Amanda, and Matthew; step-son Allan, (Patricia) Gardner of Nashville; step-daughter Denice (Rod) Scramlin of Nashville; brothers, Ron (Diane) Joppie of Charlotte, Rick (Diane) Joppie of San Antonio, Texas, and Randy (Judy) Joppie of Rockford. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Judy in The Clarksville Steam and Gas Engine Association's 12th Annual show is this weekend, Aug. 24, 25 and 26. The show is on Robins Road, just south of the train tracks in Clarksville. "Old time" farm activities will be going on all three days. <s !> te?*k ! te,?*k WORK WHILE YOUR KIDS ARE IN SCHOOL' FLEXIBLE HOURS The Nashville Transfer site will be closed Saturday Sept. 1 for Labor Day. SEASONAL POSITIONS OPEN FOR... NationalAds WAREHOUSE AND DRIVERS CLERICAL/DATA PROCESSING Starting wages $7.50 Starting wages $6.00-$8.00 HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. 0)^ 1992; mother; brother, Jerry; and second wife, Joyce. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home, with R. Raymond Rossell officiat­ ing. Burial will be in Needmore Cemetery in Charlotte. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Castleton, Maple Grove, Nashville Ambulance or Eaton Community Hospice. Further information avail­ able at www.legacy.com. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Now taking applications GLN FUNDRAISING IN BELLEVUE For information call 616-763-9409 For Rent NASHVILLE: 2 bedroom apartment. (517)852-9386 SAVE ON YOUR AUTO & HOME INSURANCE... Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. !* ^ranaliafe ll* m^lMl!pn|, ™! ?ijMMBM(( ■®S‘ E 1982 YAMAHA 750 Virago Fairing motorcycle. Leather saddle bags, 12,000 miles. Looks & runs great. (616)758-4269 after 3pm. taphfe ® 0® oi to fete KiMllafe. (to. 5®1M iWj, There will be plenty of steam and gas engines this week at the Clarksville show. There will be threshing, bailing, corn husking and other farm activities including spark shows at night. jrHoUSW® ^AiijiistW1 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS flflfOOD$ • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies <4*1 <w»% w»% WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY ,ir> C A3 r\ Ji** Estimates Available (517)726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Area golfers will get another chance to try to tame the beautiful Marywood Golf Course Friday, Sept. 7 when Kellogg Community College holds the Bruin Scholarship Open. The horn to start the event blasts at 1 p.ni; Proceeds from the outing, which is $95 per golfer, will be used to provide three scholarships, one each in Barry, Branch and Calhoun counties. Recipients of last year's scholarships were Erica Barnum of Hastings, Evan Spooner of Union City and Aliena Howard of Battle Creek. There will be a longest drive, a straightest drive and long putt contests, along with trophies to the top finishing teams among men, women and co-ed groups. There will also be opportunities to win other prizes, including a set of custom irons, a barbecue grill and womens titanium watch. There will be a silent auction on several large items as well. To sign up a foursome to play golf or volunteer a donation, please call (616) 965-4161 or (616) 965­ 3931, ext. 2239. LYNN DENTON AGENT Call 945-9554 for classifieds Bruin Open set for Sept. 7 MERJOBS enerallabor fflSEB® If you have your personal auto & homeowners insurance with us, both policies will cost you less. Exclusively for Michigan drivers and homeowners... from Farm Bureau Insurance. Call now. Recreation 1 800 443-5253 Making YourFuture More Predictable MA FARM BUREAU , INSURANCE 4695 N. M-37 Hwy. Middleville, Ml 49333 616-795*1670 Fax 616-795-1672 111 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml 49073 517-852-2005 Fax 517-852-3949 www.farmbureauinsurance-mi.cpm 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. Plus, Wolverine Vinyl siding features easy-maintenance and the life-long ‘ durability you expect with premium vinyl siding - at a popular price. ? Make the smart move. Call today and we’ll give you more information on premium vinyl siding from Wolverine. It may be today’s most economical way to avoid re-painting. Wolverine Technologies o 0 0 DOUBLE 4 White... $ a -gJ- 99 Clay Shale..; Pewter Wicker... ) ^HOMETOWN I TH LUMBER & HARDWARE cP Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm $ 4^ a ^8 1 / Lin VISA 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com 0 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 21,2001 - Page 10 Prep golf season begins for area club swingers The young golf team al Thornapple Kellogg High School are off to a good start. This year's Trojans squad has 31 players many being ninth and 10th graders. Returning players who should start on the varsity are junior Bob Rouch, junior Dan Burbank, junior Tyler Wenger, sophomore Chase VandenBerg and sophomore Josh Enyart. Other players who have shown potential are senior Tyler Pyke, sophomore Ian Karcher, sophomore Brett Knight, sophomore Levi Harold, freshman Nick Roush, freshman Kyle Funk, freshman Brandon Wilson, freshman Jeff Chapman and freshman Jarod Smith. First-year coach Tom Fletke is assisted by coach Jim Sprague. Without Sprague volunteering, Fletke believes he would only be able to carry 12-15 players. Evan Seifert and the staff at the Yankee Springs Golf Course have also helped the Trojan team to jump out to their fast start. Seifert has made the course and the driving range available to the players at no cost and has allowed the coaches to use equipment when needed. One of the team goals is to improve upon their 3-3 league record a season ago and their fourth place finish in the conference. On Aug. 16, the Trojans traveled to Mullenhurst and won the Delton Invitational by three strokes over second place Wayland, 312 to 315. Low rounds for TK carded by Chase VandenBerg (77), Dan Burbank (77), Josh Enyart (78) and Bob Roush Junior high hoops to start Aug. 27 Practice will start for the seventh and eighth grade girls basketball players the first day of school (Aug. 27) in the new gymnasium. Players should be dressed in practice cloths and on the floor at 3:15 p.m. Parents should pick up players at 4:35 p.m. following practice. All team members must have a physical card turned in to the office before they will be allowed to participate in any activities. If you have any questions, call coach Booher at 726­ 1066 or coach Webb at 541­ 9795. (80). VandenBerg and Burbank tied for second place honors, Enyart was fifth and Roush finished ninth. The Trojans' performance at Mullenhurst was quite rewarding since they did not play up to their capabilities in the first two tournaments. On Aug. 14, TK competed in the Kent County Tournament and shot a 349 on the L.E. Kaufman course. Roush carded a 78, one stroke out of the top 10. VandenBerg had an 83, Enyart a 93 and Wenger a 95. The Trojans hosted the TK Invitational Aug. 15 at the Yankee Springs Golf Course. Caledonia finished first with a 311 and TK was fifth with a 343. TK's junior varsity team was seventh with a 361, Delton was eighth with a 364 and Maple Valley was ninth with a 369. Finishing in the top 10 were Caledonia's Nick Fuller (first, 74), TK's Chase VandenBerg (fourth, 78), Caledonia's Matt Ziesemer (fifth, 78), Caledonia's Chris Leatherman (seventh, 79) and Caledonia's Abe Mulvihill (ninth, 80). Fuller beat Wiers in a playoff to earn first place honors. The Maple Valley Marching Band was busy practicing last week for this year's season. MV Marching Band, Flag Squad hard at work on halftime shows The Flag Squad was busy last week, practicing with the band in preparation of half time shows this fall. National baseball team to hold try out at WMU The Coast to Coast Baseball Stars are now recruiting 11-18 year old baseball players from Michigan to represent the United States at Fall sports passes on sale now for Lions games Fall sports will soon be in full swing at Maple Valley, and for $110, sports fans can buy a pass that will get a family of six into any Maple Valleysports contest except playoffs and fund-raisers this year. For senior citizens who like to relive the memories or just watch the grandkids play, Maple Valley offers a Golden Pass. These passes are free. to those 62 and older, and are good forever. For those who don’t mind working, the sports depart­ ment offers one free pass for every four events that are worked. Sign up to sell tickets, keep scorebooks, or run the scoreboard for various events. For more information, call 852-9275. international tournaments in Australia, Puerto Rico and Europe. The tryout will take place at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo Sunday, Aug. 26 from 11 a.m.-l p.m. If selected, players will have the chance to choose which country they would like to visit as they compete against some of the world's best youth teams, explore famous sights and learn about a different culture. Tours last 6-14 days and take place during winter, spring and summer school breaks. The squads are led by top college coaches and pro scouts who provide a unique perspective on what it's like to play at the game's highest level. "Competing internationally for the United States is an amazing baseball and cultural experience unlike any other," said Kevin Ritter, Coast to Coast's executive director. "Players return home with improves skills, more self confidence and a greater understanding for people of different backgrounds." For more information and to register for the try-out in­ line, visit www.coastto coastathletics.com or call (740) 373-4455. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ �Th""e“ MP'eapvlealVleaylleNyewNse.w Ns,asNhavsihllvei,llTeu, eTsudeasyd, aAy,ugAuusgtu2s1t.210,02100-1 P-agPeage m 11 Eaton County 4-Hers lauded for behavior The Eaton County MSU Spaulding 4-H Club; Sam­ Extension 4-H program staff antha Cowell, Vermontville is congratulating individuals Jr. Farmers; Crystal Shu­ for being recognized for maker, Country Kids; Kyntheir exemplary character dra Root, Vermontville Jr. during the 2001 Eaton Farmers; Kaleb Root, Ver­ County Fair. montville Jr. Farmers; Beth They are Daniel Williams, Mulvany, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Ashley Hamilton, Outriders; Andrew Dow, Gresham Grain Grinders; Thomas Wilmore, Miller­ burg; Rebecca Lloyd, Coun­ try Kids; Callie Gloriso, Rough Riders; Kirstin Jones, Millerburg; Chelsey Dow, Trojan golfers take first at BarryCounty Classic Thornapple Kellogg bettered Wayland Union by three strokes, 312 to 315, to capture the Barry County Classic Aug. 16 at the Mullenhurst Golf Course. Led by 77s from both Chase VandenBerg and Dan Burbank, the Trojans were able to hold off the other seven teams to claim first place honors. Hastings finished third with a 326, Delton (Maroon) fourth with a 346, Lakewood fifth with a 350, Maple Valley seventh with a 356 and Delton (White) was seventh with a 386. The top 10 individuals were medalist Steve Chachulski, of Wayland, with a 71, VandenBerg, Burbank and Wayland's Brandon VanDrunen with 77s, Middleville's Josh Enyart with a 78, Hastings' Mike Hubbard with a 79, Hastings' Brian DeVries, Lakewood's Andy Elliott and Middleville's Bob Roush with 80s and Delton's Dustin Healey and Hastings' Pete Swiatek with 81s. Nick Burpee and Collin McLean led Maple Valley with rounds of 83. Other scores are listed below: Hastings: Nick Taylor 86; Justin Pratt 91, Brian Doozan 95. Thornapple Kellogg: Tyler Wenger 86; Levi Harold 88. Delton (Maroon): Brandon Garrison 86; Nate Farrell 88; Cory Newington 94; Brett Michael 91; Ross Osgood 101. Lakewood: Chris Clark 99; Jim Lender 90; Casey Shettler 92; Ryan Barrus 93; Kevin Shettler 88. Wayland Union: Aaron Adamczyk 82; Scott Baumgard 96; Grant Weber 89; Chet Kemp 85. Maple Valley: Nick Jones 96; Brandon Broske 94; Nathan Carney 103; Todd Cupp 113. Delton (White): Jordon Dobbs 103; Zach Koon 97; Matt Ernsberger 101; Chris Kahlo 93; James Lipscomb 97. Gresham Grain Grinders; Samantha Mater, Vermont­ ville Jr. Farmers; Megan Shurlow, Lively Llamas; Dustin Lloyd, Country Kids; Martha Williams, Spauld­ ing; Ben Whitney, Benton Variety; Adam Dow, Gre­ sham Grain Grinders. These young people were recognized through a pro­ gram “Showing Pride in Eaton County.” Fair Board members, superintendents and 4-H staff were encour­ aged to acknowledge posi­ tive behavior and youth going above and beyond dur­ ing fair. According to Rod Wawiemia, horse superintendent, “Ashley Hamilton spent all day Tuesday handing out rib­ bons and trophies by herself and returns the next day to work the gate on her own initiative.” Jane Burt, poultry super­ intendent, acknowledged Kaleb Root for his courteous behavior and good sports- manship during the poultry show. “He was willing to assist other members from other clubs when they brought their birds to the table and needed help,” said Burt. This program was de­ signed to spend more tie focusing on positive behav­ ior. “So many times we spend countless hours work­ ing on policies and rules designed to be reactive to the behavior ofthe minority. We wanted to start a program that would start highlighting the good in Eaton County’s FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service 1 MMSTRONG Free Estimates Football, from page 12 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.** Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. our first game," Mittelstaedt said. To prepare for the season, Maple Valley hosted a scrimmage — that included Perry, St. Philip and Pennfield — last Friday. Coach Mittelstaedt said his team fared well on offense, but still had some work to do on the defensive side of the ball. In the SMAA, Leslie and Olivet both look like title contenders, but don't count out the Lions, especially if they are able to jump out to a solid start. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 cobs (517) 852-9565 (616) 374-7595 John Deere Gator6 Utility Vehicles Gat ors packs always Darin Thrun and senior runningback Mike Hirneiss to be major contributors. Strengths for the 2001 Lions' squad include numbers (32 players are on the varsity team) and attitude. As for season goals, Mittelstaedt is keeping them simple and obtainable. "Be competitive and win 4-H youth,” said Becky Henne, 4-H youth develop­ ment agent. Throughout the year, 4Hers will be offered benefits by area businesses wishing to congratulate them for being outstanding citizens and responsible young adults. Businesses interested in acknowledging these 4Hers or who have any questions about the “Showing Pride in Eaton County” 4-H program, may call Becky Henne at the MSU Exten­ sion Office (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. $189 travel in- per month* 6x4 Diesel Gator Utility Vehicle) $229 And they’re starting to make the other guys a little nervous. Maybe it’s because Gator®Utility Vehicles come in gas or diesel, 2- or 4-wheel drive. Or maybe it's their 1,400-pound payload, or their footprint that lays down just 5.6 to 7.5 psi. Whatever the reason, you’ll love this rugged pack animal for all the places it can go, things it can do, and stuff it can haul. Visit your nearest John Deere dealer and see for yourself. No matter what you have in store for a Gator Utility Vehicle, we’ve got one in store for you. ♦♦For 6x4 Diesel. Includes 200-lb. passenger, 200-lb. operator, and maximum box capacity. per month* $142 | per month* “Offer ends Sept 30, 2001. Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Installment Financing Plan. For personal use only. 10% down payment required. Taxes, freight, setup, and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Other special rates and terms may be available, including financing for personal use. Available from participating dealers. WWW.d66r6.C0ITI Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair P99W03 Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC Richard Cobb • David Cobb 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 517-726-0577 '270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Q John Deere T. 616.945.9526 F. 616.945.5958 STORE HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7am-5pm; Thu. 7am-6pm; Sat. 7am-3pm www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com Nothing Runs Like A Deere �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 21, 2001 - Page 12 Lions gridders ready to openfootballseason Maple Valley's varsity football team begins its season this Friday on the road. strong Pewamo-Westphalia team that is favored to win the Central Michigan Athletic Conference. The Lions (9-1 and Southern Michigan Athletic Association champions a year ago) will face a very HURRY! Classes Start on or After Monday, August 27 Three Great Reasons To Attend KCC's Fehsenfeld Center in Barry County: 1, The Maple Valley Lions huddle during Friday's scrimmage at home. This Friday the football team will open its season on the road versus P-W. (Photo by Perry Hardin) COST. Unfortunately, college costs con­ tinue to increase at an alarming pace. Fortunately, community colleges in Michigan continue to provide the most cost-effective way to complete the first two years of virtually any 4-year (bach­ elor's degree) program in the state. Representative cost1 (per credit hour) for selected area institutions are: ICC2 ’88.40 WMU $205 GVSU $188 BAKER $235 DAVENPORT $204-5212 CMU $118 TRANSFERABILITY. The kcc Fehsenfeld Center specializes in aca­ demic coursework designed to meet the general education (MACRAO) requirements of senior public college/universities in Michigan. To insure transferability, individual classes should be selected with the assistance of a KCC counselor. To preview how courses transfer, visit the Michigan College Mall website at: www.macrao.com C 3.LOCATION, Quarterback Darin Thrun steps out to make a throw with a pair of pass rushers from Perry on his heals. (Photo by Perry Hardin) L0CAT10W, LOCATION. It will be no cake walk. Maple Valley must replace eight starters on both offense and defense. Inexperience is a major concern to head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt who is entering his 17th season at the helm. During those years, the Lions have gone Situated off M-179 Highway just west of Hastings, the KCC Fehsenfeld Center is an easy drive for residents of Barry County and surrounding communities. Parking is free in our large, well-lit lot. ’Fall, 2002, per credit hour costs, as reported in the "Grand Rapids Press”, August 12, 2002. 2Out-of-district rate. Calhoun iSD residents pay $55.50 credit hour. U.S.D.A. Beef Whole Ranch Steak NY Strip Loin _ ■». *** Pork Sausage cutting instructions. Stuffed Cumberland Gap Smoked Beef Ribs Sausage & Kielbasa . 99* Pork Chops Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt is concerned about his defense which lost eight starters. (Photo by Perry Hardin) lb. pkg. S£SSSSSSS£SSSSSS£SS£|k |ny strip steak $AO■9>_ Trimmed) (Cut& Pork Wampler Chicken & Turkey L zX. Franks \Loin Roast 1 »b. pkg. BSSSSSSSSSSSSSgSSS1>SSSSS:SSfeSS&SSSSgSmSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS8SSSSgSSSSSSSSSl 2 Liter PepsiHEP Gallon Bareman’s Tombstone Stuffed Crust Pizza Country Maid 1/2 Gallon 2% Milk ice Cream Wampler Deli Asst Flavors Kellogg’s Turkey Breast Pop Tarts 69 Deli y Jack Colbyy & Colby Cheese 2/ Whole Watermelon O 1 lb. Reg./Lite Imperial Stick Michigan Fresh Margarine Cabbage IMPERIAL' As Always, Many Other Money $aving In Store Specials! Vermontville I 19* We Now Accept W.I.C. & EBT New Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 • Prices good thru Saturdayj Phone 726-1570 A Maple Valley runner darts through the hole in a scrimmage Friday that included Perry. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 123-38. Five starters who do return are junior defensive back Eric Smith, senior offensive end Brandon Hopkins, senior linebacker Jeremy Wiser, junior offensive lineman Jonathon Denton and senior defensive end John Terberg. Mittelstaedt also expects senior linebacker Jason Silsbee, senior quarterback See football, page 11 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-08-28.pdf e6bf12687d700af295c48b170e0be1c3 PDF Text Text PLE VRLEEX WASTflfGS PUBLIC LIBRA HAST1121S IN2G1SS MCH CHl URCH U4R9C0H58ST ST1 893 HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 HASTINGS 121 S CHI PRSRTSTD US POSTAGE PAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com .. .A localpaper oftoday! Vol. 129-No. 35/August 28, 2001 Village refuses to pay extra for transfer station by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council struck down a mo­ tion to pay $1,500 toward operating costs of the Transfer Recycle Station, after Maple Grove and Castleton townships said they have paid $1,500 more than the village. The station's operating costs are supposed to be shared jointly by the three entities. At the last council meet­ ing, members talked about how the townships never sent them a notice they were increasing contribu­ tions, never asked for an increase and village offi­ cials were only hearing about it now, after they have been.short on contri­ butions for a couple of years. Discussion was held at the last meeting about the lack of communication, and the general feeling that the station could be run more efficiently. Councilman Ralph Kirk, who sits on the transfer re­ cycle committee, was asked to try to locate min­ utes to any meeting that discussed the payment in­ crease or record asking for the increase. He reported to the board that he could not find any. Kirk said he thought it was "word of mouth" that the contribution went from $4,000 a year to $5,000. He said he had been talk­ ing to township officials about the cleanup and the maintenance of the station. One of the problems with the unkempt state of the station, Kirk said, is that when the old building was torn down because of a fire, the contractor wanted to keep some of the materials and has yet to claim them. Kirk also said that per­ haps the rates should be clearly posted, and what it costs to haul the recyclables away, so that em­ ployees did not get a "hard time" over the rates, re­ sulting in different rates for the same things. This was brought up by councilman Ed Sheldon at last month's meeting, that he had been charged two different prices for two of the same loads of roofing shingles. Council President Car­ roll Wolff said that though former Councilman Mike Beachnau (who sat on the transfer recycle station committee) could not at­ tend the meeting, but wanted to express his idea that he "strongly felt the station could be run more efficiently." Council member Steve Wheeler asked, "Has the board given any thought on perhaps purchasing equip­ ment to make the station run more efficiently?" "From what I understand the price of recyclables is so low it would not save any money... the townships are the ones who buy the equipment so I think they would be more open to it if See transfer station, pg. 4 Students, parents attend Fuller open house by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Students had the chance to tour their classrooms and meet the teacher last week Thursday at Fuller Elementary. Students came from 5:30 to 6:30 to tour the build­ ing, sit in their desks and see some of the new changes at the school. For many of the younger students, it was their first time visiting the school, where they will spend much of their educational careers. Kindergarten teacher Tammi King said the ori- entation was beneficial for everyone. "I like to meet them be­ fore the school year starts, and I like for them to meet me and get comfortable in the classroom. It is really nice to meet the parents also." King said the turnout with a catalog with the items featured. They in­ clude a variety of goods and food. School started this Mon­ day. “I like to meet (the students) before the school year starts, and I like for them to meet me and get comfortable in the classroom. It is really nice to meet the parents also.” - Tammi King, kindergarten teacher Janice Dickson, with the Maple Valley P.T.O. helps people try samples of some of the food that will be available for sale in their fall fund-raiser. Kindergarten teacher Linda Gaber (back left) meets with future students Eleanor (from left) and Dan Alexander, Jordan Woodman and her mom Karen. Hailey Bennett (from left) Jake Clark, and Zach Cogswell meet with teacher Tammi King, at the Fuller Elementary open house last week. was very good, and that she was meeting many of her students for the first time. "I usually send a letter home to the students, and that is the first contact. This year I am working on a new classroom website also." Down the hall the Maple Valley PTO had a table full of items they will soon be selling in fund-raisers. The catalog kickoff will be Sept. 27, when each child will be sent home In This Issue... • ‘Steel Magnolias’ will be performed Sept. 6-9 • Woodland Homecoming schedule announced • Nashville man to be tried Nov. 26 in child . porn case • Road rage leads to police probe • Fall Sports Preview in this issue �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 28, 2001 Page 2 Fight against cystic fibrosis continues Judy Hook again has been announced as chairwoman ofthe annual Cystic Fibrosis Foundation “Breath of Life Campaign” in Nashville. To volunteer or contribute, phone 852-9655. September has been desig­ nated by the Greater Michigan Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation as the month to promote their major education and fund-raising campaigns. Chairpersons will organize campaigns to raise money for research, education, and treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF). Gene Riley, state cam- paign chairman, reports, “We need your help! Your support is invaluable to the children and adults who face CF every day.” Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that affects about 30,000 children and adults in the United States. It causes the body to produce abnor- therapy technology. When Cystic Fibrosis Foundationsupported researchers identi­ fied the CF gene in 1989, they had, in essence the tool to cure this ravaging disease. More than 150 individuals have undergone experimen­ tal therapy technology, which offers the best hope mally thick, sticky mucus, which clogs the lungs, lead­ ing to infections, and also obstructs the pancreas, inhibiting proper digestion of food. Progress in CF research has accelerated over the past few years, most evidently in the pioneering field of gene Maple Valley Chapel GOOD TIME PIZZA | jSrd, Help Me to Believe 501 North Main, Nashville Somewhere between childhood and 852-1985 adulthood, our faith can sometimes some OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm HOMETOWN J LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www. hometownlumber, com HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! o 945-9554 Ask for our sales Dept. deteriorate; the more we understand about life, the more doubtful we may become. For example, when faced with a serious problem, children seem to have the utmost faith that things will turn out for the best, because they know that their parents love them and will always do what is best for them. Children take things at face value, and although they may y not always y be happy ppy with a pparent's decision, they put their trust in their parents on important matters. A parent's love is the ultimate example of God's love, and as children grow into maturity, the trust and love they have for their parents will be reflected in their love and trust in our Heavenly Father. Our Lord told his disciples that unless they changed and became like little children, they would not enter the kingdom of Heaven. The greatest in the kingdom of Heaven is the one who humbles himself and becomes like a child. Lord, help me to believe and trust in you as a little child. Jesus said, "Let the children come to me and do not stop them, because the Kingdom ofHeaven belongs to such as these. ” for life-saving treatments. “Your support can make CF ‘history’ by raising the much-needed dollars to keep the foundation at the fore­ front of medical science,” said Hook. The door-to-door cam­ paign will be held Sept. 1 to 30 in Nashville. 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager iT 0 J; Chuckwagon Cafe 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 % HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm S WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Good news Bible Matthew 19:14 Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM Worship ......... .11 a m. Evening Worship..... .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.............................. 7 Sunday School.......... ..9:45 a.m. Morning Worship....... .... 11 a m. Evening Worship....... .... 6 p.m. .Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 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 of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a m. Worship Service .............. ,11a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship..... .... 11 a m. ChurchSchool ....... .... 10a.m. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Phone: (517) 852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON 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 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 301 Fuller St. Nashville Sunday School........ Sunday: A M. Worship ......... P M Worship........... Wednesday Evening: Worship .................. ..9:45 a m. .... 11a.m. ...... 6 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 7 p.m. 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 (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School....................10 a.m. AM. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service .......................... 6 p.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship .9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Fellowship Time After Worship REV. GLEN WEGNER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday 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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship ..... 10 a.m. 11 a.rrt PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone. 852-2043 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: . Morning Prayer ................ 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Huslwick 943-9604 Traditional 1928 Book ot Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ .... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 28, 2001 - Page 3 Steel Magnolias’ will be performed Sept. 6-9 "Steel Magnolia's"is set in Truvy's beauty salon, in Chinquapin, Louisiana. The Revue will present the play at the Opera House September 6-9. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Revue will perform "Steel Magnolias" Sept. 6­ 8 at 7 p.m. and show Sun­ day, Sept. 9 at 3 p.m. at the Opera House in Ver­ montville. This show, directed by Bill Reynolds, will be the 20th for the Revue. It was written by Robert Marling. The action is set in Truvy's beauty salon in Chin­ quapin, La., where all the ladies come to have their HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203______ 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids A Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students & Late Shows Fri A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon - Thurs Q No passes hair done. Helped by her assistant Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the out­ spoken Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town's rich curmud­ geon, Ouiser (who beleives she is not crazy, just in a bad mood for 40 years). The play revolves around other charactors, including an eccentric mil­ lionaire, Miss Clairee (who has a raging sweet tooth), and the local social leader M'Lynn, whose daughter Shelby (the pret­ tiest girl in town), is about to marry. Filled with comedy, and drama, the play moves along toward a tragedy that brings the women to­ gether and draws on their underlying strength and love for each other. The play is billed as truly touching, funny and focuses on the ties that bind friends together through thick and thin. Admission for the Thurs­ day-Sunday shows is $6 for adults, seniors and stu­ dents $5. To reserve tick­ ets call (616) 367-4455 or email phansen@voyager.net. The cast and crew in­ cludes Lynn Blakely, Elizabeth Favre, Pat Hansen, Jessica Rosen­ berger, Wendy St. Laurent, Mary Jo Gorsuch, Bill The Revue will present "Steel Magnolias" Thursday, Friday, and Saturday September 6­ 8, at 7 p.m. and Sunday September 9, at 3 p.m. Reynolds, Sherry Shoe­ maker, Don Blakely, Brian Woodman, Jenny Reynolds, Sheri Reynolds, Marv Raffler and Bethany Gortmaker. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Senrices; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com OPPORTUNITY Broker, HMS" Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 NEW LISTING TOO NEW FOR PICTURE LAKEWOOD JUST LISTED! ON 1 ACRE - COUNTRY "COUNTRY HOME" SHOWTIMES 8/28 - 8/30 OJAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK (R) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. Digim/ST.muM se»tkc 1:40,3:40,5:40.7:50,9:55 AMERICAN PIE 2 (R) CHOICE OF 6 PARCELS. IN NASHVILLE. DIGITAl/STADIUM SEATIHG 1:25,3:30,5:35,7:40,9:45 ■ O AMERICAN OUTLAWS ■ (PG-13) 10:00 PM RUSH HOUR 2 (PG 13) ■ ■ Great 1:30,3:20,5:15,7:15.9:35 PRINCESS DIARIES (G) 1:20, 3:25, 5:30, 7:35 IN VERMONTVILLE fW-l.UlJ.lJ Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad MLS.. Homer Winegar, GRI 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch HOME home with full basement Be 2 2 story, with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Many recent updates, car garage. All this located on nice private setting, north of 3 acres between Battle Creek Sunfield, good option for low and Hashville. Priced to buy at down financing. Priced to buy just $85,0001! Call Hyie today. at just $89,900! Call nyle. (CH-146) Don't miss this one! (CH-143) DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25c Corn Refills REALTOR Q Hastings 4mr II WWW.GQTI.COM Bl* Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. aneiby suffers a diabetic reaction while her mom and friends help her, in the play, "Steel Magnolias. Older 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Many recent improve­ ments, charming mature lot with fruit trees, 24x40 pole barn (cement floor 8f sepa­ rate electric). Call nyle for all the details. (V-142) ’ bath2 floors &* trim. Call Homer for appointment to see or more "info". (H-139) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD TYees, creek, nat. gas available. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) Auto Rates Reduced 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay 6r are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) 110 ACRES nice corner location. Lots of frontage on blacktop road. East of Hashville. Call Hyle for all the details. (VL-130) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Hyle for more details. (VL-131) M-37, Middleville, Ml PRICE REDUCED! $269,900! 1-800-443-5253 SELLER MOTIVATED! NOW $112,000!!! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Also We’ve reduced our auto insurance rates across Michigan! Lower rates combined with our safe driver discounts mean big savings for you. Ask about our Multi-Policy Discount, too. It pas s to join the Farm Bureau Family. Call today. 111 N. Main St. MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 BUREAU INSURANCE FARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL www.farmbureauinsurance-mi.com wnriiir LOCATED NEAR HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOLS 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) CHOICE OF 6 BUILDING PARCELS(CONTRACT TERMS) PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED! Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed. Cali Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring 8t cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info." Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) “VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com �The Maple Valley Ne*ys>, Nashville Tuesday August <M. zuin - rage « Conkey-Baker exchange vows (hcryl Louise Conkcy and Jay Dean Baker were united in marriage May 19 at the Pennway Church of God in Lansing. The bride is the daughter of Kenneth and Nancy Conkcy of Ver­ montville. The groom is the son of Bob and Dianne Baker ofAlma. The matron of honor was Elizabeth Grant ofCharlotte, friend of the bride. Brides­ maids were Jill Moore of Quincy and Jennifer Cutshaw of Lansing, both friends of the bride. The best man was Bob Cook of Alma, friend of the groom Groomsmen were Kandy Wheatley of Saginaw, friend of the groom, and Kevin Conkcy of Lansing, friend of the groom and brother ofthe bride. A reception was held at Country Crock Reception Hall. The couple now reside tn Lansing. Erin Englehart and Luke Noteboom exchanged vows on Jan. 26, 2001 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Erin is the daughter of Larry Englehart of Ver­ montville and Sandra Drum­ mond of Hastings, Ml. Luke is the son of Terry and Brenda Noteboom of Hastings. The newlyweds are resid­ ing in St. Mary’s, GA. The reception was held at Hast­ ings Country Club. Woodland Homecoming schedule anounced J PHOTO Center Let us process your special rolls... Top Quality Processing FAST! 35mm Film Processing ®NE EnglehartNoteboom united in marriage HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 35MM0RAPS DOUBLE PRINTS 99* 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... with original processing : 4x6 prints only adj panoramic The annual Woodland Labor Day Homecoming weekend will be filled with the traditional chil­ dren's games, craft shows, food and softball Friday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 3. The Woodland Athletic Association will be selling the food at the park. There will be a free sightmobiie for children six months to 5 years old. There will be additional parking behind the Woodland United Methodist Church. The schedule is: Friday Aug. 31 4:30-7 p.m. — Home­ made ice cream social with sloppy joes, pie and cake at the Woodland United Methodist Church. 5-8 p.m. — Fish fry at the Eagles Lodge. 6 p.m. — Start of the softball tournament. Saturday Sept. 1 6 a.m.-noon — Breakfast 4x7 APS Processing 4x6 25 EXPOSURE (S M__f SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard Panoramic prints additional color prints$4.00 download + 50c per print COPIES? Make Printing Pius your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Transfer station, from pg. 1 the station was breaking even." A motion was made by Frank Dunham to pay the amount of $1,500, Ralph Kirk seconded it and a roll call had Carroll Wolff, Steve Wheeler, and Ed Sheldon voting no. Two council members were ab­ sent. at the Eagles Lodge. 8 a.m. — Softball tour­ nament. 10 a.m. — Craft show, horseshoe tournament, bake sale, sno-cones, caramel corn, dunking booth and carnival games. 1 p.m. — Parade with Grand Marshals Glendon and Betty Curtis. A recep­ tion will follow. 2:30 p.m. — kids games and contests with prizes at the park. 4-7 p.m. — Lions chicken barbecue and raf- fle, firemen's 50/50 raffle. Sunday Sept 2 6 a.m.-noon — Breakfast at Eagles Lodge. 9 a.m. — Community church service at the park. 10 a.m. — Softball tour­ nament. 7 p.m. — Gospel concert at Woodland United Methodist Church featur­ ing the Woodland Gospel Quartet and guests. Monday Sept. 3. 6 a.m.-noon — Breakfast at the Eagles Lodge. Softball championship. La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. LaLeche League is a non-sectarian, non-profit organization that encour­ ages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them support and informa­ tion. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Span­ ish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday mornings in and around Barry County, including Vermontville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "Weaning and Nutri- tion." All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in Breastfeeding are wel­ come to attend the meet­ ings. Babies and toddlers also are welcome. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nu­ trition. For more information about La' Leche League and its meetings, or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Call 945-9554 for Action-Ads The Revue The Vermontville Theatrical Group presents Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding Steel Magnolias by Robert Harting Based on the movie - a very witty and clever play" and more! Vermontville Opera House 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 . swBarn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30-1:00 September 6,7, 8 at 7:00 p.m. September 9 at 3:00 p.m. Adults $6 Senior Citizen/Student/Child $5 Advance Tickets 616-367-4455 Group Rates For Schools. al for Info. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 28, 2001 - Page 5 Farmers Picnic Prince Princess announced >unceil ^skw. “Eijksto, thuhji R inti® •«* M Woodlud Mttp. ta4i(|rtk •Ejsxs Ottiislas. SlMSi-Ja - lias mini- SAllctajra by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Zeke Best and Saman­ tha Graszler were this year's prince and princess for Sunfield Farmers Pic­ nic. They were chosen based on the totals from coin col­ lection cans and the gen­ erosity of their "subjects." Superior Photography of Sunfield sponsored the contest. The collection to­ taled $384.59, which was donated to Housing Ser­ vices for Eaton County, a non-profit organization that offers case management for people who are strug­ gling with housing crises, including eviction, fore­ closure and homelessness. The money will help meet a $40,000 challenge grant from the Michigan Housing Department Au­ thority. Housing Services assists people by helping with life skills, helping find employment and deal­ ing with landlords. Denise Dunn, executive director of Housing Ser­ vices, said this year the fastest growing number of homeless persons has been single moms with small children. In 2000, her agency helped 101 single moms in Eaton County and 200 children. Typically the single moms find them­ selves in a housing crisis situation because of health problems — either their own or those of their chil­ dren. Reliable transporta­ tion and child care add to the problems. Often they are not getting child sup­ port and they are under employed at minimum wage jobs. The moms lose their jobs because they can't get to work and that starts a vicious circle — do you pay the rent, the doctor or the car repair? These women find tem­ porary housing with friends, family, in tents or in homeless shelters. Dunn said this moving about is very damaging for the children and the family structure. It weakens the whole structure of the community when families are uprooted. Three fami­ lies in Sunfield were helped by Housing Ser­ vices last year. Dunn said anyone wish­ ing to make tax deductible donations to Housing Ser­ vices for Eaton County can contact her at (517) 541­ 1180. Maple Valley school menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Aug. 29 Chicken sandwich, tossed salad, peach slices, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Aug. 30 Cheese pizza, carrot sticks, applesauce, birthday Engagements Cheeseman-Eldred Mr. and Mrs. John Chccscman of Nashville, Michigan arc pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Ann M. Chccscman to Robert J. El­ dred, the son ofVcrla and the late Max Eldred of Nashville, Michigan. Ann is a graduate of Hast­ ings High School and is cur­ rently employed at Bradford White Corporation of Mid­ dleville, Michigan. Rob is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and currently runs his own business, Eldrcds Auto Body will be held at Pleasantview Family Church in Dowling, in Nashville, Michigan. An Oct. 6, 2001 wedding Michigan. THANK YOU! —Maple Valley School, Family and Friends for thirteen wonderful years. I’ll miss you! (<ETouta»it cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Aug. 31 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Monday, Sept. 3 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 4 Com dog, potato sticks, whole kernel com, orange push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Aug. 29 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two Garden salad, broccoli/ cheese, peach slices, juice, milk. Thursday, Aug. 30 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, carrot sticks, applesauce, juice, milk. Friday, Aug. 31 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Monday, Sept. 3 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 4 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad whole kernel com, orange push-up, juice, milk. Mobile Homes FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 Velma A. Sanders JACKSON Velma A. Sanders, 81, of Jackson, Michigan, died Sunday, Aug. 19, 2001, in Ann Arbor. Mrs. Sanders was bom June 22, 1920, in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of George Courtright and Mildred McCam Courtright. She retired from Hoover Manufacturing and enjoyed crocheting and cake decorat­ ing. She is survived by daugh­ ters, Lillian (Harry) Belieu ofYakima, WA, and Sandra Kay (Jerry) Andrus of Grass Lake, MI; son, Jack E. (Karen) Sanders of Char­ lotte, MI; 11 grandchildren, Donald and Glen Belieu, Velma Amundson, Jeff, Greg, Todd and Eric Sand­ ers, Carl and Michael Warren, Jennifer and Jilene Andrus; 12 great grandchil­ dren; sister, Leona Puffenberger of Lakeland, FL; and sister-in-law, Connie Court­ right ofMurfreesboro, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald in 1957, and son, Jerry in 1949. Funeral services were held Thursday at Pray Funeral home, Charlotte. Rev. Marie Isobel Williamson SUNFIELD Mrs. Williamson passed away Saturday, Aug. 25, 2001 at her residence in Sunfield at the age of 63. She was bom June 14, 1938 in Hamilton, Scotland, daughter of Arthur and Agnes Cherry (Black) Baxter. On June 10,1963 she mar­ ried John Williamson. She spent the next 35 years as a wife, mother, a homemaker, a girl guide leader, a volunteer social worker, and a tutor to Asian refugee school children in Canada. She volunteered as a soup-kitchen cook, was active in the Meals On Wheels program, and sang in the St. Joseph’s Church Funeral mass will be held choir in Chatham, Ontario. 10 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. She will be lovingly remembered by friends and 29, 2001 at the St. Edward family in Britain, Canada, Catholic Church, 531 Jordan and the U.S.A., for her gra­ Lake, St. Lake Odessa, cious hospitality, her leg­ Mich., where a luncheon endary meals, her wit, gen­ will follow the mass at the erosity, and spirit. church. On Tuesday,- at 7 Marie is survived by her hus­ p.m. a vigil service will be band, daughters, Fiona held with a rosary starting at Williamson, Mrs. Valerie 7 p.m. and after the rosary Barbour, Mrs. Maureen from about 7:30 to 9:00 Brown, and son, John. She there will be time to greet also leaves four grandchil­ the family and share a light dren, Brianne, Garrett, refreshments together. Hannah, and Madeline. The family is being served Marie graduated in home by the Independent Family economics from Queens Owned Funeral Home in College, Glasgow, Scotland Sunfield, Rosier Funeral in 1960, held the career of Home. school teacher until the birth For more information, of Fiona in 1964. www.legacy.com. Call JEFF WEILER 517-543-5483 BUS. 543-5677 EXT. 18 UNITED CHARLOTTE ASSOC. INC., 24 HR. Voice Mail 726-0877 Residence REALTORS An Independently Owned and Operated Member of Cold well Banker Real Estate Corporation NEW LISTING MOVE-IN CONDITION! SUPER CLEAN & UPDATED! FANTASTIC HOME FOR YOUNG FAMILY! 3 bedrooms, possibly 4,1-1/2 baths, awesome liv­ ing room w/gas fireplace, nice kitchen & eating area, sliders to 40 ft. elevated rear deck overlook­ ing 3/4 acre wooded lot, den, 1 car garage, much more! $79,900 - FHA Terms Welcomed Warranty Provided 315 Water Alley, Nashville NEW LISTING • • • • 1 ACRE WOODED BUILDING SITE PAVED ROAD IN THE COUNTRY Stake Survey included Conventional perk included Driveway permit included New Doublewides allowed - must have full basement and at least a 1 car garage $19,900 - Financing Available Just north of Lawrence Hwy. on Ionia Rd. Vermontville NEW LISTING BEAUTIFUL FARM HOME IN THE COUNTRY ON 2 WOODED ACRES! MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! GORGEOUS PROPERTY! 4 bedrooms, lovely eat-in kitchen & formal dining, 1st floor laundry, all appliances, mechanics all newer, 1550+ sq. ft., 30’ x 45’ polebarn and much more! $127,900 5410 Curtis Rd., Nashville REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Business Services VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002__________ Real Estate BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM, 1 bath home with walkout basement on huge lot in Ver­ montville, $94,900. (517)852- Charles McNeil officiated with burial in Needmore Cemetery. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Gospel Assembly, Lansing, or Arbor Hospice, Ann Arbor, MI. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Further information is available at www.legacy. com. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! Welcome to Caleb’s Cider Mill Orchard & Petting Zoo Visit on the internet - calebsmiU.virtualave.net Gorgeous 27+ acre piece of country real estate. 5000+ SF facility with 2 bathrooms, kitchen, office, 2 septic tanks & drainfield, 6” well, 200 amp electric, drive and parking & much more! Comes with 5 approved stake sur­ veyed divisions. Land Contract: terms offered - 3% interest. $219,900. (X266JW) (56931). All Implements, machinery and equipment also available. , �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 28, 2001 - Page 6 Nashville man to be tried Nov. 26 in child porn case Michigan's first ever racketeering case involv­ ing child pornography will be tried in Barry County Circuit Court Nov. 26, 27 and 30 when 27-year-old Nashville man Michael Wayne Komejan stands trial on 38 charges related to a website he is accused of operating from July 6, 2000, until Jan. 3, 2001. "This RICO (racket­ eering) case is the first one ever tried in the State of Michigan," said Komejan's attorney, Raymond Buffmeyer of Charlotte, during his client's pretrial hearing Thursday. "I would like three to four weeks to prepare all of the motions and other three to four weeks for responses." The site Komejan is ac­ cused of operating from his Guy Road home contained more than 2,000 images of girls between the ages of 9 and 13, which subscribers paid $24.99 per month to view. The site was shut down after an eight month inves­ tigation conducted by Michigan Attorney Gen­ eral Jennifer Granholm's High Tech Crime unit. The investigation crossed international bor­ ders and involved federal, state and local law en­ forcement agencies. "It sent us from Nashville to California (where the server was lo­ cated) to Australia (where the company that owns the server is located) to New Mexico where the biller for the server was located. As you can see this was a complex investigation," Granholm said. "We part­ nered with the feds with this case and we will con­ tinue to be working with the FBI." Granholm alleges that Komejan collected at least $18,670 from the operation of the site during the eight Storyteller Kennels Boardingfor Dogs and Cats • Air Conditioned • Lots ofTLC • Leashed Country Walks - Current shots records required Call now for Reservations 616-945-0058 months of the investiga­ tion. Komejan is charged with operating a criminal enter­ prise to distribute child pornography over the inter­ net and is accused of op­ erating a fee-based web­ site called "LOLITASKIN.COM" on which he posted and distributed child pornography to the site's dues-paying mem­ bers. Granholm believes this is the first instance in which Michigan law en- by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Four people arrested and accused of setting fire to their Nashville home last Oct. 9 will not be tried on the charges, Barry County Assistant Prosecutor Jeff Cruz said last Wednesday. Cruz dismissed all charges he had issued in June against Edna Jane Butcher, 57, her son John McKinney, 33, and her daughter, Rose Marie Butcher, 20 early this week. Charges against the home's owner, Jerry Ann Hilgeman, 62, also were dismissed. The $44,000 home at Classes Start on or After Monday, August 27 KELLOGG COMMUNITY COI Three Great Reasons To Attend KCC's Fehsenfeld Center in Barry County: 1. COST. Unfortunately, college costs con­ tinue to increase at an alarming pace. Fortunately, community colleges in Michigan continue to provide the most cost-effective way to complete the first two years of virtually any 4-year (bach­ elor's degree) program in the state. Representative cost1 (per credit hour) for selected area institutions are: KCC *88.40 "We believe this is the first case in the country where anybody has filed criminal enterprise charges to shut down a child pornography website," said Granholm. "We know for sure it's the first case in Michigan. This case has enormous ramifications." Assistant Attorney Gen­ eral Kelly Carter will try in the case in front of Judge James Fisher in Barry County 5th Circuit Court and expects the trial to take at least six days to complete. If the trial is not finished on Nov. 30, it will con-tinue on Dec. 2, 3 and 7. Buffmeyer expects to file six motions which will be heard by Fisher on Oct. 26. If convicted on the rack­ eteering (criminal enter­ prise) charge, Komejan could be sentenced to 20 years in prison. Each of the 35 charges for distribution of child sexually abusive material carries a maximum penalty of seven years in prison. One charge of using a computer to commit a crime carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison while another, simi­ lar computer charge car­ ries a maximum sentence of seven years in prison. Arson charges against Nashville family dismissed HURRY! f forcement has successfully been able to shut down an illegal child pornography site. BAKER $235 DAVENPORT $204-$212 GVSU $188 WMU $205 CMU $118 2TRANSFERABILITY, The kcc Fehsenfeld Center specializes in aca­ demic coursework designed to meet the general education (MACRAO) requirements of senior public college/universities in Michigan. To insure transferability, individual classes should be selected with the assistance of a KCC counselor. To preview how courses transfer, visit the Michigan College Mall website at www.macrao.com 3,LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION, Situated off M-179 Highway just west of Hastings, the KCC Fehsenfeld Center is ah easy drive for residents of Barry County and surrounding Communities. Parking is free in our large, well-lit lot. 'Fall, 2002, per credit hour costs, as reported in the "Grand Grand Rapids Press", August 12, 2002. ’’pOut-of-district er credit hour. rate. Calhoun ISD residents pay $55.50 211 Queen St. was de­ stroyed in the blaze, which Cruz said was suspicious in origin. "Two fire investigators went through the home and neither could rule out ac­ cidental cause," said Cruz. "The fire investigators from the Michigan State Police and the ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, To­ bacco and Firearms) couldn't agree on where or how it began or 'cause and origin.'" According to Cruz, all fires in Michigan are con­ sidered accidental until they are proven otherwise. All but McKinney were residents of the home when the .fire occurred, though no one was at the residence at the time the fire was discovered by passersby. Rose Butcher was charged with one count of arson of a dwelling and had been jailed on $15,000, 10-percent bond. Hilgeman and Edna Butcher also were jailed on suspicion of committing arson and attempted insur­ ance fraud while McKin­ ney was accused of con­ spiracy. "A review of the case by all of the attorneys in the office led to the dismissal of the charges without prejudice," said Cruz. "Rose had an airtight alibi and we had dismissed against John McKinney before because he was go­ ing to testify." Cruz said the Barry County Prosecutor's office does not believe it would have been able to sustain the burden of proof for trial. At the time the charges were authorized, "it looked good, but other stuff started coming in," he said. Cruz said he had proba­ ble cause to authorize the charges because personal property had been removed from the home prior to the fire. "Arsons are extremely difficult to prove," he added. "They're almost al­ ways circumstantial." About whether the Queen Street fire was in fact arson, Cruz said, "it's very suspicious" and "I wouldn't havg issued the charges if I didn't believe a crime was committed." By dismissing the charges " without prejudice," they could be rein­ stated at a later date, he said. According to local crim­ inal attorney Carol Jones Dwyer, dismissal of the charges does not mean the family's insurance com- pany will agree to pay a settlement to Hilgeman. "There is much greater burden of proof that a prosecutor has to meet to sustain a criminal charge," said Jones Dwyer. Jones Dwyer refused to confirm whether she is rep­ resenting any of the parties previously accused in the case. Road rage leads to police probe Charges of reckless driv­ ing are pending against two area men, one of whom may also be charged with felonious as­ sault as a result of a fight that stemmed from a road rage incident in Hastings Township Aug. 4. Barry County Sheriffs deputies were called to Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings, where both subjects were being treated for their injuries resulting from the fight. According to deputies, a 24-year-old Nashville man claimed he was driving south on Center Road at 1:30 a.m. when the other man, a 32-year-old from Hastings, ran a stop sign at a high rate of speed, nearly striking the Nashville man's vehicle that he was in with his live-in girlfriend. He said the pickup truck appeared to be following another vehicle which he said also ran the stop sign at the intersection of Charlton Park road. "(He) said he pursued the second vehicle north­ bound on Charlton Park Road and caught up to it going 70 to 80 miles per hour to get the license plate number," said deputies. "He said he then passed the maroon pickup truck to get the license plate number for the first vehicle." After the Nashville man drove in the passing lane, admittedly to keep the truck from passing him, the truck struck the younger man's white Grand Prix in the rear. He then followed the truck to Fisher Road where both men emerged from their vehicles and began fighting. The Nashville man said he punched the Hastings man in the face while yelling "you almost killed me and my family." The Nashville man suf­ fered a broken bone in his hand, while the Hastings man suffered cuts and abrasions to his face and head. Nashville man arrested in assault A 34-year-old Nashville man was arrested and jailed Aug. 14 after he al­ legedly struck a 28-yearold pregnant acquaintance, according to Nashville Po­ lice Chief Garry Barnes. "Due to the investigation, we ended up arresting (him) for domestic as­ sault," said Barnes. "He’d been drinking prior to ar- riving at the residence. I just don't know how much he had prior." The woman was not se­ riously hurt, though Barnes recommended she see a doctor about her unborn baby. The incident allegedly occurred in the 100 block of South Main Street. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 28, 2001 — Page 7 Caleb’s Cider Mill adds new wrinkles to business k'S&s s nJ’’*# nJ# *>«■rn «i m kc TS ftttt it sb *<* ®O ax ax, tert • RlttoMiki '*■» tab|tlikb GtiiWi jiilt usin' । hini te’jjgjij i i&sk pustdicMtap tndlopttkfa sfeiffs fetaifd: «afcd lo yebide.' BiifatWsM IhWi - track ta [<®- itai£i tit nd ®ii (liE PfUilllK® 11® Ht to I** rlflid at ndnF*^ fcifr folk nci «?*’ 46oo tbcit veWfi^l [ Sftii jjUg [[t Sf 1 fit Nd**1 11ttfct lit Midd^ keM lift to tyOri I IkNri* । eSoih? iX 09? »iX John and Juddson Nash stand by the two new llamas at Caleb's Mill. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Caleb's Cider Mill in Vermontville has a couple of new additions for this harvest season. This is the first year the mill will participate in Project Fresh, which is a program with women, in­ fants and children that provides food for low in­ come mothers and chil­ dren. This is a relatively pew program that provides coupons for fresh fruit and vegetables. The fruit and vegetables have to be grown'in the state. This year the Project Fresh has expanded to in­ clude senior citizens who meet certain financial cri­ teria. Owner John Nash said the program is going very well. "We have in the past taken coupons at the farm­ ers market in Hastings and this year they have ex­ panded the program... Eaton, Ingham and Barry county all participate." Nash said to participate they became a "market master." New also this year is cherry juice concentrate, which is being touted as the "new wonder liquid." "Universities, including Michigan State, have been researching it and have found all sorts of benefits," said Nash. "It helps with pain asso­ ciated with inflammation, like arthritis, and gout and fibromyalgia. It also has bee proven to have com­ pound that helps prevent cancer... they are finding out all sorts of new stuff about it." Cherries also contain a high level of melatonin, a potent antioxidant. "People used to call and ask for it, but we haven't carried it... I thought it was just a health fad," Nash said. "My wife, though, has arthritis and fi­ bromyalgia. She has tried many things and has found limited relief. She gave this a try in February, and in two weeks she saw a difference. It really has made a difference in her life. "We figured that was all the proof we needed. We have heard nothing but good news from everyone who has tried it." Nash said the standard dose is one tablespoon a day, and with that dose one quart should last a month. Caleb's Cider Mill sells the concentrate in quart, half gallon and gallon sizes. "You can mix it with any liquid to drink, but I drink it straight, I like the taste, I think it tastes like cherry pie." Nash purchases the cher­ ries through a cooperative of growers in Traverse City. Also new this year are two llamas, they join the other animals in the pet­ ting zoo which include a pony, rabbits, a peacock, a This is the first year that Caleb's Mill is participating in Project Fresh, which distributes fresh locally grown produce to those with a limited income. mama and baby turkey, a duck and a calf, among others. The mill is open Aug. 1 through Oct. 31. The mill sells fruit, including pears, peaches, grapes, and tart cherries, vegetables, dried flowers, preserves, gifts and more. The growing season has not been so good this year, said Nash. "The weather for the ap­ ples was great at bloom. In May it was cold and wet, and of course June and July it was hot and dry. We just started picking apples and we have a de­ cent crop." Nash said cider will start Sept 1., and the mill will be open until Oct. 31. sssssssssssssssssssssn ^sssssxsssssssssssssssxss: En■d ofSummer Jumbo Pranks * 1 lb. pkg. ssssxssxss U.S.D.A. Angus Boneless Ribeye steak sssssssssssssxsssssssssxs O Compare & Save! Il> .. . Fresh in-store specials at yourfriendly Vermontville Grocery Digiorno Pizzas 1/2 Gallon __ Pork steak Ground Chuck SSmSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSi. Cobb Hamburger ... -K--- r--a---f--t SSSSS.S&'SSSSSSSS.SSSSSS; 32 oz. Jar 24ozo.z.neHmeiznz Tirroyer A n mishn g9c lb Lay’s ay go Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair d fi Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 '270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville 12 pk. Cans or 8 pk. 20 oz. Bottles potato Chips fruity Pebbles, Cinnamon Crunch Pebbles Bananas. TOC Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 w VBtp1 New Summer Store Hours: M-F 9:00-8:30; Sat. 9:00-6:00; Sun. Noon-6:00 • Prices good thru Saturday^ Mich. Lie. #23-1748 ' ice CreamlHjracle whip Ketchup Potato Salad||§' �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. August 28 2001 - Page 8 Help Wanted ATTENTION: new local company expansion in proc­ ess. Looking for 6 aggressive people to help manage group leaders. If you desire a better income and want to have fun at the same time call (616/838-1031 to sched­ ule and interview. CABLE/C.A.T.V INSTALLER to 1,000/week On job training. (616)949-2424. Job­ line Fee. DATA ENTRY/TYPIST to 12.50/hr ♦ benefits. Need many. Permanent. (616)949­ 2424, Jobline Fee DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs. CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (Food Manufacture) to 1045/hr + benefits. (616)949-2424, Jobline Fee. LIVE IN BABYSITTER wanted: flexible, single pa­ rent welcome. (616)262-4470 ORDER PULLER/WAREHOUSE to 16.82/hr. ♦ bene­ fits. Local. Need Now! (616)949-2424. Jobline Fee. ROUTE DRIVER (Bread Delivery) to 14.42/hr + ben­ efits. Local. Will train. (616)949-2424, Jobline Fee. EATON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Speech Therapist to work with Preprimary' Impaired Children. Aware­ ness of Michigan Special Education regulations need­ ed. Available until filled. EOE. (517)543-5500 ext 1113. SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS: Earn $10+ hrly working with children in Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Potterville and Ma­ ple Valley Schools. Call us for details at (517)484-2929 or 543-5500 XI119 EOE. Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Grapnics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. FRIDAY, AUG. 31ST; Sat., Sept. 1st & Sun., Sept. 2nd, 9am-4pm. Lots of nice kids clothes, books, toys, coats & misc. 9549 Thomapple Lake Rd., Nashville. LARGE GARAGE SALE: Friday & Saturday, August 31st & September 1st, 9am5pm. King size waterbed, saxophone, clarinet, comput­ er, printer, bike, office desk, gas dryer, clothes, toys, bed­ ding & home decorating. Something for everyone. Don't miss this one! 300 Ma­ ple St., Vermontville. NOTICE The Village of Vermontville is accepting applications at this time for a replacement council trustee. Appointee will finish out the term until next election in March 2002. Submit applications to the village office by 3:00 p.m. 9-05-01. Interviews to be held 9-06-01 at 7:00 p.m. Shirley Harmon Village Clerk 101 Substitute Bus Drivers Needed MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Maple Valley Schools is accepting applications for substitute bus drivers. All required training and licensing will be provided by the district. Applications are available at the administration office, 11090 Nashville Highway and at the bus garage, 900 Reed Street, Nashville. For further information, con­ tact Transportation Supervisor Pat Powers at 852-9421. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS POSITION OPENING Seasonal Custodian Hours: 8 hrs/day, Monday through Friday March 1 through November 30 Duties: Care of grounds and buildings Rates of pay: Per Master Agreement Qualifications: • High school diploma • Must pass custodial skills test • Personal commitment to quality • Good work ethic and attendance • Knowledge of sanitization and cleaning • Experience in custodial work preferred Application should be made in writing to Superintendent Clark Volz, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by Friday, September 7, 2001 Water project cheaper in long, but not short run by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Low bids will lower the cost of the Village of Nashville's project, but in the short term local cus­ tomers' rates will increase. Attorney Roger Swets was on hand at the Village Council meeting last Thursday evening to talk about the project. Because the bids came in low, that bumped the village out of the disad­ vantaged community sta­ tus needed for a 30-year loan instead of a 20-year loan, which the village will most likely go with now. This means that while the price of the project is down because of the bids, with a payoff of 20 years, the payments will be higher in the short term. But the village also will save money in the long run from the interest on the additional 10-year loan. The current water bill projection is $29.75, and with the slight raise, could fall between $30 and $32.50, said Swets. The project is set to cost the village about $2.5 mil­ lion, coming from grants and low interest Ioans. "Its kind of a Catch-22 Garage Sale YARD SALE: 2-1/2 miles north of Nashville on M-66, September 1st & 2nd, 9am-? Kids bikes, glass, clothes, plus sizes, 2 pc. china hutch set & matching cabinet, $400, other odds & ends. For Sale FOR SALE: GE Spacemaker III microwave, $10. Also, 10 speed Huffy expedition bike, $75. Call (616)948-1902. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 'Ext.5085 24hrs. LIFE'S A BEACH! Travel major resort areas such as Las Vegas, California, Texas, Florida and New York. 2 Weeks paid training. Must be 18 and able to start today. Call Missy, 1-800-964-7060. The water project which is set to start as early as this fall will upgrade all the water mains darkened on this map. The new booster pump is shown on the top left side, and the iron removal plant on the right middle side, off Sherman Street. situation," said Swets. "The overall cost for the project will be less, but you will have to pay off the loan quicker, making the monthly rate a little higher... it is a fairly small amount, but it will change the rate. We are going to try to keep if down." Councilman Steve Wheeler said, "I remember it wasn't that alarming of a figure when we looked at Man charged with domestic violence A Nashville woman was treated at Pennock Hospi­ tal and the man who al­ legedly struck her was lodged in the Barry County Jail on a domestic vio­ lence charge Aug. 15, ac­ cording to Nashville Po­ lice Chief Garry Barnes. Police were called by Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. it (the 20- vs. 30-year rates). We would almost be better off paying it quicker for what we would save in interest." Council member Ralph Kirk asked if there was any way the community might fall back in the dis­ advantaged status if per­ haps the village went over budget. Swets said no, and cited contingency funds if that Transfer station closed for holiday The Nashville Transfer site will be closed this Saturday, Sept. 1 for Labor Day. It will reopen at the regular time of 9 a.m. on Saturday Sept. 8. EARN $10.05 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held September 19 through October 4 and is not in session on weekends. After successful com­ pletion of state testing, wage will increase to *11.05 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Applications will be taken until the class is full, but not beyond September 12, 2001 Apply in person for this opportunity at: 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 Pennock Hospital person­ nel and later responded to the man's home, where they arrested the 45-yearold suspect without inci­ dent. happened. "At this point the only way the village would go to disadvantaged status is if you borrow all the money from the state and eliminate rural develop­ ment loans and grants... I don't think that is a likely possibility." In other business con­ cerning the water project, which will update water mains, add a booster pump, and provide iron removal, the council: • Passed the two million dollar bond resolution. • Gave Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker authorization to request from the De­ partment of Environmental Quality, that Reed Street be included in the Drink­ ing Water Revolving Fund for 2002 projects. THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE DEPART­ MENT OF PUBLIC WORKS WILL BE PICKING UP LEAVES, BRUSH AND OTHER DEBRIS ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS IN SEPTEMBER: 4th, 5th, 10th, 17th and 24th. PLEASE PLACE DEBRIS AT THE CURBSIDE AND NOT IN THE STREETS. SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately August & Sept. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. ^ornapple TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI ________ E.O.E. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 28,2001 - Page 9 faii Snorts PreviE Lions gridders look to make another title run During that time they have also visited the State playoffs on a few occasions. Last year, the 9-1 Lions made it to the post-season party, but lost its opener to Hopkins on a last season field goal. This year, coach expects his team to competitive once more with a number of talented players returning to the mix. Top players include offensive and defensive end John Terberg (6-1, 195), offensive end Brandon Hopkins (6-0, 190), offensive lineman Jonathan Denton (5-9, 220), linebacker Jeremy Wiser (5­ 10, 175) and defensive back Eric Smith (6-1, 180). Senior Darin Thrun is expected to lead the team at quarterback. The Lions lost eight starters on both offense and defense. Maple Valley will host Morrice this Friday, entertain Portland Sept. 7, travel to Leslie Sept. 14, visit Webberville Sept. 21, travel to Dansville Sept. 28 and end the year with three home games against Bellevue Oct. 5, Olivet Oct. 12 and Albion Oct. 19. Maple Valley has been an SMAA football power for many years and expect the Lions to be in the hunt again for a league title in 2001. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's teams have been conference champs in 1983, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1994, 1995, 1997, 1999 and 2000. ft ■id?* <1 'll tL . . I- ’""^ ^atoi ® n ®w<< nnl ui ^iiiiihiin^ 6 ip. pSSj,' SSj '<i*s Ii <ta iaias t» ®i?kiia|nin taoa k i to fa i tan Rippin ifaitmi ■tedittitiu fetaissin 'OiltJtfitelrf OT The varsity football team for Maple Valley includes (first row, left to right) Mike Hirneiss, Jason Silsbee, Jeremy Wiser, Darin Thrun, Eric Smith, John Terberg, Brandon Hopkins, Nathan Heinze; (second row) Ray Hole, Tom Patrick, Bryan Smith, Devin Phenix, Josh Cook, Josh Grasman, Ben Smith, Isaac Franco; (third row) Russell Rhodes, Jeff Taylor, Cam Smith, Todd Burghdoff, Britt Leonard, Jimmy Hirneiss, Jonathan Denton, Kevin Ripley, Paul Felder; (fourth row) coach Don Roscoe, Brandon Schantz, Bryan Dunlap, Zach Vorce, Ryan Grider, Matt Root, Cole Hansbarger, Ben Swan, coach Guenther Mittelstaedt and coach Chris Ricketts. Not pictured, coach Kevin Stewart. Lions steal one from P-W, 8-6 Maple Valley opened its 2001 varsity football campaign with an 8-6 victory over PewamoWestphalia on the road last Friday night. The Lions (1-0) scored at the 9:52 mark of the third quarter with a 57-yard run by Mike Hirneiss and a 2point run by Eric Smith. Lions soccer squad ready to make some noise Mt Mi fa fflfeiiirfai l*a’ ui^feH' ,S‘S! xfflioIEraK \I® QMfir. ttatofc -'f3’ ItithWiW *“■ gWffH®!2 O>j«K Hirneiss carried the ball 11 times for 71 yards and Smith had nine carries for 25 yards. Pewamo scored with 3:36 left in the third quarter on a 1-yard run by Ryan Webber. They went for two points to try to tie the game, but Smith knocked down the pass attempt down to keep Maple Valley in the lead. "It was a typical Maple Valley victory," head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "The linemen made some key blocks and the runners made some key runs." Leading tacklers were Jeremy Wiser with 14, John Terberg with 9, Tom Patrick with 8, Brandon Hopkins with 8 and Jason Silsbee with 7. Maple Valley had four interceptions from Ryan Grider, Tom Patrick, Eric Smith and Jason Silsbee and John Terberg recovered a fumble. Pewamo had 168 yards rushing and 73 yards passing for a 244 total, while Maple Valley collected 114 yards rushing and 27 yards passing for a 147 total. The Lions will battle Morris in its second game Friday at home. MILD Cup is this weekend The Michigan International Labor Day Cup 2001 (M.I.L.D. Cup) is completing the final details for the 1,000 player event that will take place Sept. 1-2 at the Barry County Expo located south of Middleville on M-37. The event will accommodate youth soccer's top players and teams in the U-9 through U-14 divisions. The participating teams are traveling from all parts of Michigan to attend the tournament. The event is free to the public and officials expect about 4,000 people in attendance. The first games are 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 1 and will conclude with the finale on Sunday, Sept. 2. On the soccer tournament site there will be a number of vendors, a team photo booth, a D.A.R.E. tent and a Soccer Spot store. During the opening event Saturday, the Hastings Parachute Club will bring the game balls to the fields from their aircraft. Vern's Repair & Sport Your Fisft-n-Fun Store ★ Evinrude/Johnson Outboards Members of Maple Valley's varsity soccer team include (first row) Mike Hill, Kyle Lesage, Richard Wilson, Akok Malek, Andrew Krolik, Jordan Vok; (second row) Sergei Mikhailov, Deng Choi, Jason Hoffman, Michael Strong, Andrew Cook, Daniel Sealy, Mark Rodriguez, Rene Mendez, Tim Smith; (third row) Dan Holton, Nate Jarvie, Santino Maduf, Pedro Perazzo, Phillip Linsenmann, Bol Bol, Ken Hayes and coach John Krolik. Not pictured, assistant coach Andy Rousch. With over 21 players out Saranac and will hold its for varsity and a number of first home contest this standouts back from last Thursday against Barry County foe Lakewood. season's first year of the The Lions' squad looks to program, coach John Krolik have the talent to raise some is anxious to see what his eyebrows during the 2001 Maple Valley team can campaign. Included in the achieve this fall. mix is senior goal scorer Krolik's team began its cam pa ign Mo nday at Andrew.. Ktol-ik, jut),i.Qr Andrew Cook, senior goalkeeper Ken Hayes and senior defender Tim Smith. Andy Rousch, a former soccer standout at Barry County Christian, will assist Krolik with the coaching assignments on the sideline. + MotorGuide Trolling Motors starting at $99.99 ★ Zoom, Yamamoto, Berkley + Propane Tanks Filled ★ Mason Batteries ★ Gillgetter Pontoons ★ Lowe Fishing Boats j ★ Snapper & Simplicity Mowers At the corner of M-66 & M-5O — Woodbury 517-566-8353 • Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Fri. & Sat. 7:30 am to 6 pm; Sun. 7:30 am to 12 noon; I Monday {Labor Monday Day} {Labor CLOSED Day} CLOSED " �Area golf teams open season at B.C. Classic The golf team at Thornapplc Kellogg High School in Middleville narrowly edged out Wayland Union for first place honors at the Aug. 16 Barry County Classic, but golfers from Maple Valley, Delton Kellogg, Lakewood and Hastings also opened their seasons on a positive note with top 10 individual finishes at the event. The champion Trojans scored a 312, three strokes better than the second place Wildcats. Hastings was third with a 326, Delton Maroon fourth with a 346, Lakewood fifth with a 350, Maple Valley sixth with a 356 and Delton White was seventh with a 386. Wayland's Steve Chachulski earned medalist honors by carding a 71. TK had two golfers with 77s, Chase Vandenberg and Dan Burbank. Josh Enyart managed a 78 and Bob Roush rounded out the Trojan tally with an 80. Hastings had three golfers who finished in the top 10. Mike Hubbard was sixth with a 79, Brian DeVries tied for seventh with an 80 and Pete Swiatek tied for 10th with an 81. Andy Elliott also fired an 80 to lead the Lakewood squad. Dustin Healey carded an 81 and finished in the top 10 for Delton. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service l Armstrong ree Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 The remaining scores are listed below: Hastings: Nick Taylor 86; Justin Pratt 91; Brian Doozan 95. Thornapple Kellogg: Tyler Wenger 86; Levi Harold 88. Delton Maroon: Brandon Garrison 86; Nate Farrell 88; Cory Newington 94; Brett Michael 91; Ross Osgood 101. Lakewood: Chris Clark 99; Jim Londer 90; Casey Shettler 92; Ryan Barrus 93; Kevin Shettler 88. Wayland Union: Brandon VanDrunen 77; Aaron Adamczyk 82; Scott Baumgard 96; Grant Weber 89; Chet Kemp 85. Maple Valley: Nick Burpee 83; Collin McLean 83; Nick Jones 96; Brandon Brooke 94; Nathan Carney 103; Todd Cupp 113. Delton White: Jordan Dobbs 103; Zach Koon 97; Matt Ernsberger 101; Chris Kahlo 93; James Lipscomb 97. Maple Valley's golf team includes (first row) coach Hughes, Chase Walden, Collin McLean, Nick Jones, Nick Burpee, James Meyers, Brandon Brooke; (second row) Nathan Carney, Todd Cupp, Terry Desrochers and Andrew Belen. Jamboree Monday at the Alwyn Downs Golf Club in Marshall. The Lions had a team score of 182. First place Olivet carded a 172. Top scorers for Maple Valley were Nick Jones with a 43, Collin McLean with a 45, Brandon Brooke with a 47 and Nathan Carney with a 47. The medalist was Bellevue's Curtis Wolf who fired a 41. • M.V. third in SMAA: The Maple Valley golf team finished third in an Southern Michigan Athletic Association MX5 AND MX6 ROTARY CUTTERS Twice as tough costs nothing more Maple Valley cross country teams include coach Gary Hamilton, Melissa Nisse, Jessica McMillen, Muriel Wieland, Camille Wieland, Kari Emerick, Andrew Gaber, Michelle Silsbee and Dustin Jones. Lions’ runners strive for strong finish in SMAA • Heavy-duty John Deere MX and HX cutters outwork and outlast any ordinary cutters. • Exclusive Double-Decker™ design has twice the thickness, twice the protection, twice the durability of other cutters. • Curved top deck ... water and debris slide off. There’s considerably less chance for rusting. • John Deere-built gearcase lasts longer, with heavy-duty, tapered roller bearings and large, precision-cut gears. • See us today ... and get a double-strength rotary cutter that costs nothing more. Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. STORE HOURS: John Deere 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings. Ml 49058 0 John Deere T. 616.945.9526 F 616.9453958 Mon.. Tues., Wed. & Fri 7am-5pm; Thu. 7am-6pm: Sat 7am-3pm www.nilmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com Solid. Stable. Still John Deere. Senior Camille Wieland, an all-SMAA runner a season, returns to lead Maple Valley's girls cross country team that is hoping to improve upon its 2-4 record last fall. Wieland is just one of a handful of talented athletes that 14-year coach Gary Hamilton can expect big things from in 2001. Others include juniors Melissa Nisse, Michelle Silsbee, Kari Emerick, sophomore Muriel Wieland and freshman Jessica McMillen. Hamilton says the team has a "good attitude" and is "willing to work." "(We will) try to finish in the top three in the SMAA, stay healthy and improve," Hamilton said. Bellevue and Leslie are other SMAA squads that figure to finish in the top three. The SMAA meet will be at Bellevue Oct. 16. The Lady Lions opened its campaign Aug. 23 at the Laingsburg Invitational. Muriel Wieland finished 27th out of 90 runners in 24: 47, Camille Wieland was 32nd in 25:13, Jessica McMillen was 42nd in 25: 57 and Melissa Nisse was 48th in 27:17. The Lions' boys include two ninth graders, Dustin Jones and Andrew Garber. Jones finished 63rd out of 109 runners in 21:43 at Lainsburg, while Gaber was 97th in 25:36. Maple Valley will host Delton Sept. 6 and travel to Bath Sept. 8. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates A vailable Can 945-9554 for Reminder classified ads (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, August 28, 2001 — Page 11 Lady Lions’ eagers look to contend in SMAA Coach Doug Cook says his varsity basketbail team's goal for 2001 is to finish above .500 and place amongst the top tier of squads in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association. To do so, the coach believes his Lady Lions must have better communication and work together as a team. Key returning eagers include Sarah Cook, Jessie Grant, Jessica Ripley, Brieann Treloar and Megan Garvey. Cook, a senior, has played point on varsity for four seasons. She was first team SMAA last season, first team All-Barry County and set a new school record for steals in a season with 112. Grant, a junior, is returning to varsity for a second year as a guard. A year ago, Grant was second team All-Barry County and honorable mention AllSMAA. Ripley, a senior, is a third-year returning center. Treloar, a junior, is returning for a second year at the forward position. Garvey, a sophomore, is also a returning forward. She was second team All­ Barry County and honorable mention All-SMAA last fall. Other key returning players include senior Miranda Farr (playing her third year on varsity), senior Nikki James (a second year varsity eager) and sophomore Stefanie Joostberns (a second year player on the varsity). Cook is excited about this team's prospects. "Everyone is returning this year,” Cook said. "We run the floor well and almost all the girls on the team can handle the ball and shoot." The varsity last season set a new team scoring record for a season with 1,322 points in 22 games. Cook does believe his team needs to improve its rebounding to be a league contender. "Our biggest competition in the league will be Olivet and Lansing Christian," Cook said. The season begins tonight (Aug. 28) at Portland St. Pat's. The first home game is Tuesday, Sept. 4 versus SMAA foe Morrice. The Lady Lions' varsity basketball team includes (front row, from left to right) Miranda Farr, Jessica Ripley, Akiyo Veshima, Sarah Cook, Nikki James, Lisa McElroy; (back row) coach Doug Cook, Jennifer Grant, Megan Garvey, Stefanie Joostberns, Brieann Treloar and Jessie Grant. Commission on Aging Menu & Event Schedule Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, Aug. 29 Fish sandwich, coleslaw, peas and carrots, bun, fruit­ ed Jell-o. Thursday, Aug. 30 BBQ ribette. Oriental cucumber salad, winter blend, cornbread stuffing, peaches. Friday, Aug. 31 Corned beef, carrots, cab- Master plan session slated for Aug. 29 Cheering for the Lions... The varsity cheerleaders at Maple Valley include (front row) Megahn Pierce, Kaylene Rutledge; (middle row) Jamie Jones, Cashel Harp, Dawn Rhoades^ Stacey Hamilton, Danielle Hulsebos; (back row) Christina Harris, Beth Conklin’ coach Shannon Kyre and Krystal Root. Cali945-9554forMaple Valley News ACTION-Ms! LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION 945-3512 Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Richard J. Ewing - Lite Menu Wednesday, Aug. 29 Cottage cheese, marinated broccoli salad, peaches, Rye Krisps. Thursday, Aug. 30 Ham pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, pineapple tid­ bits. Friday, Aug. 31 Meatloafsandwich, potato salad, garbonzo bean salad, w.w. bread. Monday, Sept. 3 Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 4 Hard boiled eggs, 3-bean salad, fruit parfait, w«w. crackers. Events Wednesday, Aug. 29 Hastings, craft/nail day; . Nashville, bring a friend; Woodland, bring a friend; Delton, bring a friend. Thursday, Aug. 30 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, puzzle day. Friday, Aug. 31 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, bin­ go. Monday, Sept. 3 - Labor Day. All sites closed. Tuesday, Sept. 4 Hastings, puzzle day; Nashville, puzzle day. Correction: In a story that appeared in last week's Maple Valley News, a headline about the Lions Club and Putnam Park playground equipment was misleading. The local Lions provided free services installing i slides, but the apparatus was paid for by Mike Beachnau. a heartfelt THANK YOV to Over Your Head in Debt? BANKRUPTCY The public is invited to attend and add input at a township/village master planning session at the Opera House in Vermontville Wednesday, Aug. 29, at 7 p.m. The meeting, which is one of a continuing series, is focusing on drawing up master plans for both the village and township. bage, dinner roll, brownie. Monday, Sept. 3 Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 4 Broccoli/ham/cheese casserole, green beans, fruit crisp, dinner roll. I LeRoy & Stephanie Starks Brian & Gale Chaffee Bill Seif Chevrolet Maple Valley High School Shell Station Subway Hometown Lumber Eaton Federal Two J's Mace Pharmacy Styles R Us Family Chiropractic Outboard Inn Reed Street Auto Hastings City Bank Good Time Pizzo Something Special by Kathy MV Implement V.F.W. Nashville Locker Merle Martin Chris Cunningham Marcia Freedland Chris Clifton Sharon Allen Gary Saunders Dan Kellogg Ben Page Keith Jones Jeff Riggs And everyone else who donated time and effort, too numerous to mention. Also, congratulations to STEVE AUGUSTINE on winning the 2001 Buick, generously donated by Bill Seif Chevrolet. The family of TONY DUNKELBERGER for the FIRST ANNUAL CRUNCH CLASSIC GOLF OUTING �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, August 28, 2001 - Page 12 These AREA MERCHANTS Support The Lions Aeroaur nd Y MW© Let's Support These Merchants! DIANA'S PLACE M-66 TIRE KEN'S STANDARD SERVICE 10030 Thornapple Lake Rd. • Nashville 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) • Lake Odessa 209 S. Main, Vermontville 374-1200 726-0589 852-9481 KENTW& PROPANE TGOOD TIME PIZZA] REED STREET AUTO Hours: 'Mon., Tues., 10-10: Wed., PARTS and FEED STORE M-66 at S. Village Limits • Nashville .Ihurs. Ihurs. & Sat 10-11; Fit 10-Midnight Sun.jjjft 1008 Reed St, • Nashville 852-9500 WOLVER'S REAL ESTATE 135 Washington • Vermontville 726-0637 MAPLE VALLEY NEWS 852-9210 FARM BUREAU INSURANCE J I I N. Main St. • Nashville 852-2005 -rax 852-3949 852-1985 or 852-1986 CARL'S SUPER MARKET, INC. 999 Reed St. • Nashville 852-1991 MUSSER SERVICEM-C REPAIR & TOWING Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M43 Hwy, Hastings 106 S. Main St. • Nashville 10708 Kinsel Hwy. • Vermontville 945-9554 852-9446 852-1649 SHIRLEY'S CHUCK WAGON CAFE] (FURNITURE STRIPPING! IVERN'S REPAIR 202 N. Main St. • Nashville 852-2500 BY ELAINE AND STUART ■ Stuart Southworth, Owner 538 Sherman • Nashville 852-0943 1823 Coville Rd. • Woodland 367-4544 CITIZENS L.L.C. CO. HECKER ACENCYl HAN5BARCER CONSTRUCTION IS. Main St. • Vermontville 726-0514 255 N. Main • Nashville 11201 Vermontville Hjw^ 852-9680 726-0523 MACE PHARMACY [HOMETOWNUJMBER& HARDWARE EATON FEDERAL SAVIKS BANK 219 N. Main St. • Nashville 219 S. State St. • Nashville 109 S. Mam St. • Nashville 852-0845 852-0882 852-1830 CHERYL'S HAIR SHOPMAPLE VALLEY IMPLEMENT. INC. 3661 Curtis Rd. • Nashville 852-2377 735 Sherman • Nashville (7 blocks e oiMoinjp 852-1910 KENYON'S SAL ES & SERVICEsnimiEUEsniEinEEE SALES & SERVICE 130 S. Main • Vermontville 726-0569 MAPLE VALLEY REAL ESTATE 277 N. Main • Nashville 852-1915M852-1916 Hastings city bank Main St. • Vermontville 203 N. Main • Nashville 726-0181 . ra« 726-0060 852-0790 CO LIONS! � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-09-04.pdf b0cc084712361e2ccde9b3603cae3a8d PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 itihple ^tstd US POSTAGE u PA/D / Mi I Published B^^A^Cyaphics, Inc. HASTINGS HASTING 1351 N. M-43 HighwRyTHnrdHngsi Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 36/September 4, 2001 Nashville woman Is runner-up in State Fair contest by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Junia Jarvie of Nashville has had an exciting summer. First, she was crowned Barry County Homemaker of the Year in July. Last Wednesday, she captured second place honors in the 2001 Michigan State Fair Homemaker contest. "I was really pleased," said Junia, a retired home economics te.acher. "1 was a little nervous. I certainly didn't anticipate doing as well as I did. It was fun. "I really enjoyed repre­ senting Barry County," she said. "Susie Butler (also of Nashville) won second place last year (in the state Junia Jarvie, pictured in front of some of the Michigan State Fair exhibits, holds the glass trophy she won for placing second in the Michigan State Fair Homemaker contest. In the background are lamps entered at the fair by area residents Robert and Carolyn Elston. He had two first place state awards and she had a second place state award. homemaker contest) so Barry County has been pretty well represented in the last couple years." Jewell Bosenbark of Mon­ roe County won first place in the state homemaker con­ test. The state competition was held at the 160-acre State Fairgrounds in Detroit. Junia said the contest in­ cluded an interview with the three judges, a luncheon and a program, including "won­ derful entertainment" by tal­ ent show winners from var­ ious county fairs. The Michigan State Fair is the oldest State Fair in the nation, Junia said. One of the speakers, during the program, was the general manager of the State Fair who told the crowd that the State Fair has been turned around and is now one of the safest places to be in Michigan, she said. She noted that the grounds were clean and the event well or­ ganized. As the second place State Homemaker, Junia said she received roses, a clear glass trophy and some gifts. She also made a special effort to look for Barry County entries at the State Fair. Already Junia is looking forward to next year's Barry County Fair. "It's going to be bigger and better because it will be the Fair's 150th anniversary. The Fair Board is planning many interesting events," she said. Junia also encourages people to start thinking of someone they would like to Placing as the runner-up in the Michigan State Fair Homemaker contest, Junia Jarvie is pictured at right in the back of the convertible, riding with the first place winner from Monroe County during a Wednesday afternoon parade at the State nominate for the 2002 Barry Homemaker ofthe Year. Junia was originally nom­ inated for the county homemaker competition by a former student, Sandi Christie. Sandi, in the nomination, called Junia "a very caring, compassionate person who loved the career she chose and who is loved by her stu­ dents and those who have had the opportunity to work with her." Sandi said "Junia meets all of the criteria of the modern day homemaker. She is an excellent example of a wife and mother who also had a career of teaching home economics in a ju­ nior-senior high school sys­ tem." Junia and her husband, Elmer, a retired Nashville postmaster, have three chil­ dren — Mark, Joy and Joe — and six grandchildren. "My first encounter with Junia was in 1960 when she be­ came my home economics instructor at Hastings High School," Sandi said. "At the time, she was a young wife and mother who shared many real life experiences with young ladies (at the time — no males) about the truth of trying to balance a career with having a hus­ band and raising children in the 1960s," Sandi said. "Later when I went to work at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, I met Junia again. She was the home When asked, for the economics instructor for county contest, to tell what grades 7 through 12." unique things she does with Junia also was involved her family, Junia said, "last in her children's extra-cur­ week my husband and I ricular activities, such as taught two of our grandsons sports, band and 4-H. She how to play Euchre, and also has been a 4-H leader in they seemed to enjoy play­ Barry County. Through her ing many games with us own participation as a 4- just as I did when I played Her, Junia also won schol­ with my sister and Grandma arships that helped her and Grandpa Carr when I through college. was young. Sandi also praised the "My husband and I both community efforts of Junia spend a lot of time with our and her co-worker, Dorothy youngest son, Joe, helping Carpenter, to start a scholar­ him build and decorate his ship fund 14 years ago. house. We also spend a lot "That scholarship fund of time with our daughter, has been so successful that Joy, and her family, typi­ they have given away over cally making curtains, $140,000 in scholarships to painting, papering, watch­ members of the Maple Val­ ing videos or boating, etc. ley community who have Our oldest son, Mark and gone on to higher learning," Sandi said. "This year alone, See homemaker contest, pg, 2 they gave away over $40,000 in scholarships. Most scholarships after 14 years are not still active. The success of this was due to both Junia and her co­ worker working so dili­ gently in marketing this scholarship fund to all the clubs and organizations in the community and outside the community." Junia still spends a lot of The Putnam District Li­ time working on the Maple Valley Memorial Scholar­ brary is now offering com­ puter classes to the public. ship Foundation's records The facility is open to. and business, but she calls all area community mem­ it a "labor of love." Family is especially im­ bers. Personal computers equipped with Internet ac­ portant to Junia. cess, Microsoft Office 2000 and other software is available on a first come first served basis. The lab will be reserved for class on the days when the li­ brary is closed. The woman was last seen To get more information leaving a Lansing restaurant on these classes or to reg­ July 29 with her husband. ister for a class, call (517) "At least now we can 852-9723. have some closure," said The library plans to host Rosa Maria Mares, Sancheza meeting giving further Castillo's sister and the details about these classes woman who has helped care soon, the date of which for her eight children. "Now will be announced in the we can lay her to rest." paper. Putnam Library plans computer class picnic Dead woman reported missing in July by Shelly Sulser and The Associated Press A Lansing woman whose partially decomposed body was found off Wheaton Road north of Gresham Highway in rural Chester Township Aug. 26 may have been murdered by her estranged husband. Authorities said suspect Thomas Sanchez-Gomez was found hanged to death from a tree on a Chicago golf course two days after AnaMaria Sanchez-Castillo was reported missing last July 29. Her body was found near an Eaton County cornfield by a hunter looking for a fu­ ture hunting site at 8:10 p.m. last Sunday night. An autopsy revealed Sanchez-Castillo, 35, was stabbed five times and po­ lice located a knife near where the body was found. In This Issue • ‘Steel Magnolias’ planned for Sept. 6-9 in Vermontville • Jam session set at Vermontville Opera House • Vermontville girl competes in Pre Teen Michigan pageant • Lions whip visiting Morris, 69-16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 - Page 2 Homemaker contest, from front page his family are close to us, too, and last year we helped build a sauna, and also were able to help some with other things because our daughter-in-law had a health Call 945-9554 for classified ads problem," Junia said. She also likes to sew and recently made nightgowns and pajamas for a three year old granddaughter. Junia and Elmer also spend at least one day a week helping her parents. The greatest influence in her life has been "a loving extended family." Junia's home eco’nomics teacher, Marjorie Briggs, also was a major positive influence during Junia's teen years. A multitude of co­ workers, students and friends have influenced her as well, she said. If Junia were granted a wish for her community, she said it would be "that GOOD TIME PIZZA OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm HOMETOWN: f LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www. hometownlumber, com HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! 945-9554 Ask for our sales Dept. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, our faith can sometimes deteriorate; the more we understand about life, the more doubtful we may become. For example, when faced with a serious problem, children seem to have the utmost faith that things will turn out for the best, because they know that their parents love them and will always do what is best for them. Children take things at face value, and although they may not always be happy with a parent's decision, they put their trust in their parents on important matters. A parent's love is the ultimate example of God's love, and as children grow into maturity, the trust and love they have for their parents will be reflected in their love and trust in our Heavenly Father. Our Lord told his disciples that unless they changed and became like little children, they would not enter the kingdom of Heaven. The greatest in the kingdom of Heaven is the one who humbles himself and becomes like a child. Lord, help me to believe and trust in you as a little child. Jesus said, "Let the children come to me and do not stop them, because the Kingdom ofHeaven belongs to such as these." word "homemaker" means to her, Junia said, "...a per­ son who takes responsibil­ ity for creating a nurturing environment for themselves and the other members of their 'family.' A homemaker can be male or female, young or old, wealthy or poor as long as she/he has love to give and cares what happens to all the members of their family and attempts to help them have fulfilling lives." Maple Valley Chapel Help Me to Believe 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 world peace, the end of hunger, etc.," she said, "a sincere wish for myself and my family to each have good health and an interesting, meaningful, fulfilling life would probably top my list." Given 30 extra minutes each day, Junia said she would probably spend the additional time reading "as my busy life makes me tired." Asked to define what the Barry County as a whole would not become overly polluted or populated," and "the rural atmosphere of farms and small towns could be maintained. Also that the community would continue to, and even improve its support of education, arts, music, family life and all things that make living here so enjoyable." On the personal side, if granted one wish, "other than the obvious ones of 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager iT Chuckwaeon Cafe 0 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 3/ X 517-852-2500 w % happy trails... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm ra WOLE VER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Good Hews Bible Matthew 19:14 Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 am. Sunday: A M. Worship ........ 11 am. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..................11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m.' 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) .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 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 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. .Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ... Sunday School..... Fellowship Time... Adult Class............ NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service....... Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE ...9:30 a m. ............. 10 .10:30 a.m. ...... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN .9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School........................... 10 A M. Service............ .11:15 a m. P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m' PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Setvices: .9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ......................... 11:00 a m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ....................... 9 a m. 616-795-9030 �The Maole Valiev News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4,2001 - Page 3 Steel Magnolias’ set for September 6-9 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Revue will debut "Steel Magnolias" this weekend, Sept. 6-8 at 7 p.m. and also Sunday, Sept. 9 at 3 p.m. at the Opera House in Ver­ montville. This show, directed by Bill Reynolds, will be the 20th for the Revue. It was written by Robert Harling. The action is set in Truvy's beauty salon in Chin­ quapin, La., where all the ladies come to have their hair done. Helped by her assistant Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the out­ spoken Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town's rich curmud­ geon, Ouiser (who beleives she is not crazy, just in a bad mood for 40 years). The play revolves around other charactors, including an eccentric mil­ lionaire, Miss Clairee (who has a raging sweet tooth), and the local social leader M'Lynn, whose daughter Shelby (the pret­ tiest girl in town) is about to marry. Filled with comedy, and drama, the play moves along toward a tragedy that brings the women to­ gether and draws on their underlying strength and love for each other. The play is billed as truly touching, funny and focuses on the ties that bind friends together through thick and thin. Admission for the Thurs­ day-Sunday shows is $6 for adults, seniors and stu­ dents $5. To reserve tick­ ets call (616) 367-4455 or email Maple Valley school menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept. 5 Nachos, green beans, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept 6 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza, tossed salad, peaches, apple brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 7 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, bread stick, fresh fruit, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept. 10 Salad bar, cracker packs, fruit cocktail, vanilla pud­ ding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 11 Turkey slice, roll and hon­ ey, mashed potatoes, peach­ es, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm $5.00 Students A Late Shows Fri A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO U n I Im Ited Free Drink Refill! & ,25c Corn Refill* Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View -& Wednesday, Sept. 5 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 6 Choose One - Ravioli, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 7 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Monday, Sept. 10 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, California blend veg., pineapple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 11 Choose One - Turkey slice, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, mashed potatoes/gravy, peaches, juice, milk. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: . BANK needs someone to assume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. SHOWTIMES 9/04 ■ 9/06 O JEEPERS CREEPERS (R) OIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATIAG 1:30,3:20,5:10,7:10,9:30 O JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK (R) 1:40. 3:35, 5:20, 7:20. 9:20 AMERICAN PIE 2 (R) OICITAI/STAOIUM SEATING 1:25, 3:30, 5:35, 7;40, 9:45 (R) 1:20,3:25,5:30,7:35,9:40 THE OTHERS Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad C? Hastings 4-iw! 1 B WWW.GQTI.COM B FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461._______________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Business Services VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 phansen@voyager.net. The cast and crew in­ cludes Lynn Blakely, Elizabeth Favre, Pat Hansen, Jessica Rosen­ berger, Wendy St. Laurent, Mary Jo Gorsuch, Bill Reynolds, Sherry Shoe­ maker, Don Blakely, Brian Woodman, Jenny Reynolds, Sheri Reynolds, Marv Raffler and Bethany Gortmaker. "Steel Magnolia's" debuts this weekend at the Vermontville Opera House. Your policies come with an agent and local service. Call us for a competitive quote on your Home, Auto, Farm or Business at (517) 726-0580 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville Since Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Hastings, Michigan • 49058-1091 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001«- Page 4 Jam session set at Vermontville Opera House Cathy Vessecchia (far left) jams with her band "Sounds of the South." by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Cathy Vessecchia is planning a jam session for Saturday, Sept. 15 at the Vermontville Opera House from 7 p.m-? Anyone who likes to play, sing, or listen to country, bluegrass and gospel is welcome to attend. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Singer and songwriter Cathy Vessecchia hopes to fill the Opera House in Vermontville with gospel, bluegrass and country Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE fOS Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 UUMML ■M—ML KKMM "MJM Web Site: www.lansinq-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS MLS, EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)........................... 726-1234 852-5066 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must see!! ON M-66 BETWEEN BATTLE CREEK & NASHVILLE ON 3 ACRES GOOD OPTION FOR "O DOWNFIflO.ING TWo nK*9iW7ne story home, gSod starter for single person, couple or small fami­ ly. Call Homer. (H-128) (CH-141) "Country Home" 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch home with full basement 8r 2 car garage. Priced to buy atjust $85,000!! Call ITyle today. (CH-146) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD The other members of "Sounds of the South" from left, Don Bradford on the lead electric guitar, Jim Bradford on the fiddle, Pat Mertaugh on the banjo, dobro, and fiddle, and Charles Patrick, who plays the mandolin. music at a jam session scheduled for Saturday, September 15. Vessecchia is organizing the event, called "CathyAnn's Slam Jam" which if it goes well, will become a bi-monthly happening. From 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Sounds of the South, the Hoffman Sisters, and Margaret Reid will play. After that Vessecchia is hoping to have a jam session where all musicians, beginners to advanced can participate. "Each month the proceeds will be donated to a charity in the area," Vessecchia said. "This month they will be divided between the Abused Women's Council, and the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan." Vessecchia got her start in music early. "My dad bought me a little guitar, and he taught Continued next page Trees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more IN THE COUNTRY ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call nyle. (CH-129) PRICE REDUCEDI SELLER MOTIVATED! NOW $112,000!!! LOCATED NEAR HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOLS 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) Double Prints PARCELS(CONTRACT TERMS) PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED! to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed, surveyed & have driveway 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) in 1997. Great room w/cen- ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 6 PARCELS. tral fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring 6r cabinets, SURVEYED, PERKED 8f DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seed­ $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info." Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com Now at Special Low Holidayprice! 3” ed to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) Double Prints $Oq 99 Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres permits. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES Photo Processing 24 Exp. Roll 12 exp $1.99 36 exp. . . $5.99 4” Double Prints $5O^ 99 24 Exp. Roll 12 exp ...... $2.99 36 exp. . . $7.99 From 110 or 35mm full frame color print film. 4" prints availble from 35mm roll film only. fC-41 process) Not available with PREMIUM & Advanced Photo System Offer Good Sept. 4-8 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. Main, Nashville, MI • 517-852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 — Page 5 Sunfield welcomes new assistant librarian «dciTJhf^'0Se riHe*t?a?L9reet Sunfie,d’s assistant librarian Kathleen Callahan. The Fleethams visited the library to get a movie. They chose "Three Little Words’ \A/Sd Ac^ire’ Beil J5almar- Red Skelton, Vera-Ellen, Arlene Dahl and Keenan Wynn. Edgar said he remembered paying 50 cents to see the movie when it came out in 1950. Today's rental was 50 cents so the price paid for the two has not changed in 51 years. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Sunfield District Library has a new assistant librar­ ian, Kathleen Callahan. Callahan has 34 years experience working in li­ braries. She worked for 22 years in the agriculture laboratory division of the State of Michigan at the Geagly Lab in East Lans­ ing. She then worked 12 years at the temporary cor­ rection facility in Ionia. She has been retired one year. Librarian Ward MacCready said she will start working 28 hours a week. Callahan has lived in Sunfield ten years. "I love being involved in the community and with the library," she said. She has been a regular the Sunfield Commission on Aging luncheons and said she hopes to get the se­ niors more involved in the library. In her spare time, Calla- han enjoys swimming in her pool. She also enjoys visiting casinos, playing cards and traveling. She will combine her card playing and traveling in­ terests this October, when she travels to Irving, Texas, to play cards with three friends from Arkansas, California and Texas she met on the In­ ternet. They have been meeting on-line for the last two years to play canasta, spades and euchre. Sunfield's new assistant librarian Kathleen Callahan checks out a book for her old friend Charlene Goff. 7cme... Zff fol /I AJew look Dianas Place "You hear about all sorts of criminal things that are done on the Internet. I want people to know that it can be a safe experi­ ence, too. The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road 852-9481 The Revue The Vermontville Theatrical Croup presents Steel Magnolias by Robert Marling "Based on the movie - a very witty and clever play" From previous page - stemttti isltu, nil ffirtpite 'sh&d taa'iCwio licit ill Eunta® i^ijtnu Vstiiis1^ aitraaii. J It Med HlWS It M* me three cords," she said. "He invited other musicians over and they taught me how to play, when I was twelve we formed a band, "Sounds from the South" and we bought a bus, and my dad was the manager, and my mom sang with me and we went on the road. We travelled all over Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio to bluegrass festivals. The festivals were really popular back then." "When I was 24, I decided to go into the ministry, and so I was a counselor at Nashville Baptist and was in bible school. I had to quit the band then." After Vessecchia had major kidney surgery, in 1998, the band got together once again for a reunion. "We started playing again and decided to see if the community was interested in jam sessions. We wanted to have something where musicians of any level can come and learn and it doesn't cost a lot of money. It will be a nice time for families too." The jam will charge three dollars admission. Food concession is Vermontville Opera House September 6,7,8 at 7:00 p.m. September 9 at 3:00 p.m. available, for more information contact Cathy at (517) 726-1474, or (517)-726-0553. Adults $6 Senior Citizen/Student/Child $5 Group t Rates For Schools. Call for Info- Advance Tickets 616-367-4455 IT’S OUR BIRTHDAY, BUT YOU GET THE PRESENT 30-MONTH STEP-UP CD 6.00% 5.30%, 4. 4. PERSONAL INJURY Auto Accidents • Work Related Injuries Wrongful Death « 0z3» 1069i. .• Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon 1-616-945-3512 '7> 7> /il/ THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE DEPART­ MENT OF PUBLIC WORKS WILL BE PICKING UP LEAVES, BRUSH AND OTHER DEBRIS ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS IN SEPTEMBER: 4th, 5th, 10th, 17th and 24th. PLEASE PLACE DEBRIS AT THE CURBSIDE AND NOT IN THE STREETS. 106 5.05% Annual Percentage Yield INTRODUCING OUR NEW BIRTHDAY CD Thanks to you, Hastings City Bank is celebrating its 115*h Birthday. And our new Birthday CD is our way of showing just how highly you rate with us. Every six months, your rate is guaranteed to increase for an annual percentage yield of 5.05% for the entire 30-month term. So hurry in today. We’ve been around for 115 years. But this CD rate won’t be. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 MEMBER FDIC Rate is effective as of July 17,2001, and may change without notice. Annual percentage yield reflects quarterly compounding. A $1,000 minimujn initial deposit required. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 - Page 6 in Pre Teen Michigan contest by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer MacKensye Ancona of Vermontville last month came away with two tro­ phies and countless friends after competing in the 2001 Pre Teen Michigan competition. "It went really good..." said Ancona. "I think I will remember it for the rest of my life." Ancona was invited to compete based on her academic achievement, volunteer service and awards and honors. She at­ tended the competition two weeks ago in Lansing. There were 97 girls who competed in the event, 14 girls in the junior division, and 83 in the senior divi­ sion in which MacKensye was one of the youngest. The girls were judged on a wide variety of factors, in­ cluding school honors and communicative ability. For MacKensye, it was a learning experience. "I was a little nervous when I sang my song (for the talent part of the com­ petition). There were about 500 people there watch­ ing." MacKensye Ancona, with some of the trophies and certificates she won at the competition. The competition spanned three days and though MacKensye did not make the top 20, she did receive two trophies. One trophy was for out­ standing athletics, in which three awards were given, The other trophy was for the Special Judges SPACE YOUR STORAGE PLACE Units 10x10,10x15,10x20 & 10x30 ~ Coming Soon ~ Make Your Reservation NOW! Call 616-374-1200 Located with M66 Tires 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Road (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml m66tire@voyager.net • www.m66tire.com .. award, in which 21 tro­ phies were given out. The trophy was given to her because she scored the highest in three out of seven categories. Her mother, Shaun, said, "MacKensye did very well for this being her first time in this type of program. She also did very well in her performance singing on stage. We had a lot of fun as a family participating, and if she is chosen again next year, she will just be that much more experi­ enced." MacKensye said she made many new friends. "I made friends with pretty much everyone," she said. "We all worked on a song and dance rou­ tine, and I learned all sorts of things from the other girls. There were really talented girls there." MacKensye's dad, Joe, said he was equally im................. ... IJI..LI1.IIIL _ . ILIIIIllJlllMjM zi heartfelt tnanS you to more great sponsors Hamilton Landscaping Athletic Boosters Kent Oil Vermontville Hardware Vermontville Grocery Road Runners Trumble Insurance Independent Bank Vermontville Syrup Assoc. Clays Dinner Bell Vermontville Mobile Gas Station Coblentz Furniture Michigan Magnetics Nashville Video Mikes Barber Shop Carl's Grocerpy Nashville & Lake Odessa The Greeson Company Frito Lay State Farm C&B Pizza Little Mannistee Rafters And everyone else who donated time and effort, too numerous to mention. The family fo TONY DUNKELBERGER for the FIRST ANNUAL CRUNCH CLASSIC GOLF OUTING pressed. "It was amazing, there was one girl who tap danced and sang rivaling Shirley Temple, she was that good, and one girl sang an Italian aria...they were all pretty talented. I think the best thing about it was that none of the 97 girls walked out of there with nothing, and I thought that was really nice." MacKensye said she wanted to thank everyone Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. COMMUNITY WIDE YARD sale: Thomapple Lake Estates. 6335 Thomapple Lake Rd. Sept. 7th & 8th. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. LIVE IN BABYSITTER wanted: flexible, single pa­ rent welcome. (616)262-4470 Recreation 1982 YAMAHA 750 Virago Fairing motorcycle. Leather saddle bags, 12,000 miles. Looks & runs great, $1,000 obo. (616)758-4269 after 3pm. Lynn Denton Agency 4695 Middleville Rd. M-37, Middleville, Ml 1-800-443-5253 Also 111 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MacKensye in her formal wear at the competition, just after winning a trophy. who made it possible for tism and enhanced self es­ her to attend in the com­ teem. It had a very posi­ tive influence on MacKenmunity. Shaun said that if any­ sye, along with the rest of one is interested in having our family." MacKensye. said she their 7- to 12-year-old par­ ticipate in this type of pro­ would love to participate again. "We learned the gram, to let her know. "This program was a type of things the judges wonderful way to promote are looking for," she said. family values, high moral "Next year I might even be and ethical standards, eco­ able to play my clarinet logical awareness, patrio- for the talent part of it." Murray's Asphalt Maintenance — Over 20 Years Experience — Sealcoating • Crack Repair • Patching Driveways & Parking Lots Free Estimates Cell 517-331-2786 • Home 517-852-0530 ~ Willie ~ 10% DISCOUNT UNTIL SEPT. 30TH DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today ~ We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon 1-888-945-9557 Auto Rates Reduced We ve reduced our auto insurance rates across Michigan! Lower rates combined with our safe driver discounts mean big savings for you. Ask about our Multi-Policy Discount, too. It pays to join the Farm Bureau Family. Call today. MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE ***** BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL www.farmbureauinsurance-mi.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4,2001 - Page 7 Maplewood students greeted by computers Students work on some of the new 30 computers in the computer lab at Maplewood. Vicki Williams stands by the new books and shelving both she and Patti Braun organized at Maplewood. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer There were some changes that greeted Maplewood students when they went back to school last month. Thirty new Gatewood computers fill the com­ puter lab, which is now in use all through the day, said Principal Fred Dav- enport. "They are all being loaded with the Star As­ sessment program so we can assess the kids scores at the end of the day. The lab is also in full use now, Commission on Aging Menu Hearty Meals Wednesday, Sept. 5 Chicken and dumplings, asparagus, carrots, cookie. Thursday, Sept. 6 Cheese omelet, country potatoes, apricots, English muffin, apple juice. Friday, Sept. 7 Sloppy Joe, cauliflower, diced beets, bakery bun, sweet treats. Monday, Sept. 10 Polish sausage, scalloped potatoes, California blend, cinnamon applesauce, din­ ner roll. Tuesday, Sept 11 BBQ chicken, spinach, pork and beans, combread, pears. Lite Menu Wednesday, Sept. 5 Tuna salad, carrot raisin salad, pineapple, pita bread. Thursday, Sept. 6 Seafood pasta salad, broc­ coli bacon, mandarin oranges. Friday, Sept. 7 Cheese/macaroni salad, marinated vegetables, fruit­ ed jello. $10.05 PER HOUR ’^ WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thornapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held September 19 through October 4 and is not in session on weekends. After successful com­ pletion of state testing, wage will increase to *11.05 per hour. To ensure the safety of our residents and staff, all applicants are subject to criminal background checks and drug screens. Applications will be taken until the class is full, but not beyond September 12, 2001. Apply in person for this opportunity at: 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 'ffiornapple e SPECCIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Monday, Sept. 10 Ham salad spread, pea and cheese salad, diced pears, white bread. Tuesday, Sept. 11 Cheese spread, Spanish bean salad, plums, Rye Krisps. Events Wednesday, Sept. 5 Hastings, social day; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Sept. 6 - Hastings, music, celebrating Grandparent’s Day; Nash­ ville, bingo; Delton, puzzle day, celebrating Grandparent’s Day. Friday, Sept. 7 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, celebrating Grandparent’s Day. Monday, Sept. 10 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, Nashville 5x11 Tuesday, Sept. 11 Hastings, puzzle day, Kinship Care 7 p.m.; Nashville, puzzle day. on the intermediate level. Teachers Vicki Williams and Patti Braun organized the books and spent count­ less hours leveling them, not only by reading level, but interests as well." Davenport said this al- lows teachers to custom choose books for their stu­ dents. "This follows the philos­ ophy that one basal reader won't meet the needs of every student in the class­ room," he said. HURRY! Classes Start on or After Monday, August 27 K■EmLLOGGvnCn OMKMnUuNInTYu COLLEGE IAThree ThttreenedGreat GKrCeCa'ts Reasons RFeeahssoennsfeTo Tlod PHI -idAF* * * » Center in Barry County: ! COST. Unfortunately, college costs con­ tinue to increase at an alarming pace. Fortunately, community colleges in Michigan continue to provide the most cost-effective way to complete the first two years of virtually any 4-year (bach­ elor's degree) program in the state. Representative cost’ (per credit hour) for selected area institutions are: KCC2 BAKER $235 DAVENPORT $204-5212 Automotive 1994 GMC CONVERSION Van with side door, mount­ ed wheel chair lift, P/S, P/B, cruise & air, V-6 auto w/overdrive, $750. Call after 4pm, (616)367-4646. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. LIFE'S A BEACH! Travel major resort areas such as Las Vegas, California, Texas, Florida and New York. 2 Weeks paid training. Must be 18 and able to start today. Call Missy, 1-800-964-7060. Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Farm AG. ~ Richard J. Ewing - instead of random use. "We also have a full time computer teacher that we share with Fuller, Mary Slag, and she is aided by Pat Gardner, so we are re­ ally feeling good about the use and what is going on in the computer lab." Also new is wall-to-wall shelving in the teachers' lounge that holds thou­ sands of dollars of new books for students. "The money came from an arts grant from the State of Michigan," said Davenport. "What is unique about our book room is that it is directed at transitional readers which are students who are delivered & Darrell Hamilton, LIME: spread. (517)852-9691. GVSU $188 WfiflU $205 $118 TRANSFERABILITY. The kcc Fehsenfeld Center specializes in aca­ demic coursework designed to meet the general education (MACRAO) requirements of senior public college/universities in Michigan. To insure transferability, individual classes should be selected with the assistance of a KCC counselor. To preview how courses transfer, visit the Michigan College Mall website at: www.macrao.coin LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Situated off M-179 Highway just west of Hastings, the KCC Fehsenfeld Center is an easy drive for residents of Barry County and surrounding communities. Parking is free in our large, well-lit lot 'Fall, 2002, per credit hour costs, as reported in the “Grand Rapids Press", August 12,2002. 'Out-of-district rate. Calhoun ISD residents pay $55.50 per credit hour �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 - Page 8 Maplewood Elementary welcomes 2 new teachers Matt Powers is a new teacher at Maplewood. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Lori Thomas, new music teacher at Maplewood. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maplewood has two new teachers this year, Matt Powers for fifth grade and Lori Thomas, music. Powers hails from Goodrich, Mich. This is his first year teaching, after Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads completing a full year in­ ternship in Flint. He recieved his degree from Michigan State Uni­ versity, and enjoys such hobbies as soap carving, chip carving and wood­ working. He is engaged to be married next March. Currently, he said, he is making a hour and a half commute every day and is looking for a house in Charlotte. "I am really excited to step into Maplewood," he said. "I can tell already that education is formost and the community is very supportive and involved." Thomas is from Lansing. Her previous job included teaching second grade at Mid-Michigan School Academy, where she has taught since 1996. She recieved her degree from Central Michigan University, where she minored in general music in 1993. Maplewood lost teachers Amy Smith and Lori Bunker this year. Teacher Rose Dunham transferred from Fuller Elementary to take an open spot. 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 Full Color Copies 1 i i i ■ N CW each ! J 8 1/2x11” only J S J Expires Sept. 28, 2001 (No copyrighted pictures) । 1 Char otte IF 1U. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517)543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Blame game hurts transfer station To the editor: After reading the article in the Aug. 21 issue of the Maple Valley News about the transfer station that is jointly run by Nashville Village and Castleton and Maple Grove Townships, I was tempted to respond to some allegations, but decided not to. With the continuation of those allegations in the Aug. 28 issue, and because of the apparent disregard of the fact that the Village of Nashville in the joint operation agreement agreed to paying equal shares in the cost of operation, I have decided to respond. The transfer station is run by a board of six, two appointed by each of the three units. This is not a service provided only by the townships except to the extent that the two townships pay all of the cost of capital improvements, such as the buildings and the sawtooth representatives from the village, in the past, to regularly attend the monthly transfer board meetings. To my knowledge there has been no increase in the appropriations from each unit in the budget of the Any transfer station. increase above the $4,000 budgeted has been because of the need of an additional to appropriation cover expenses. This need should have or would have been communicated to the Village Council by their representa­ tive if they had attended the transfer board meeting. I do not believe the cost of operating this facility has increased as much as the cost of police protection in the village or the cost of water and sewer and what other services the village residents have to pay for. The auditors reports should show what each unit has appropriated. This wold clearly show that the village lems, and with some constructive criticism something could be accomplished. Because of the continued blaming of the townships by the village for the problems with the transfer station, as a representative on the transfer board, I am inclined to feel the station should be closed, the buildings sold or tore down, and the sawtooth retaining walls removed. Justin W. Cooley,. supervisor Castleton Township retaining walls. The village has equal say in the opera­ tion ofthe facility. The lack of communication is caused by the failure ofthe village representatives to communicate with the Village Council. That lack of communication has been caused by the failure of the owns $1,500 to the transfer board to be even with the townships.. Instead of criticizing and blaming the townships for problems with the station, why not give something constructive for a change? Maybe accepting their share of any blame for the prob- Company 1-800-968-3118. Real Estate GAYLORD: 5 ACRES of hardwoods. Ideal hunting pg base.. Short and camping drive to state land and Otsego Lake. Driveway and cleared site already installed. $25,900, $500 down, $320/month, 11% land con­ tract www.northemlandco.com or survey an poos oof for survey Maple Couyrt-and Nortphotos phern Land YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing? Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (616)9459554 or stop in at 1351 N. M43 Hwy., Hastings. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 - Page 9 Charlotte Optimists donate backpacks The Charlotte Optimist Maple Valley. Club purchased 120 back­ This was a new project for packs, which were presented the Charlotte Optimist Club. to area schools for this It was accomplished with the school year. aid of Meijer’s, Office Max Each backpack was filled and Menard’s, which provid­ with school supplies ed some ofthe materials at a designed specifically for ele­ reduced price. The club is mentary school children. looking forward to continu­ Sixty backpacks were ing, and possibly expanding, given to Charlotte, 25 to the project next year. Potterville Schools and 35 to SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately August & Sept. Greens to celebrate 30th wedding anniversary Congratulations to Roger and Kris Green on their 30th wedding anniversary, August 14, 2001. Roger and Kris have two children, Holly and Jasen (Jennifer). Keep cherishing the moments. Best wishes... Holly, Jasen and Jennifer. CALL 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI Thirty-five backpacks are received by Clark Volz, Maple Valley superintendent, from John Boqas, club president. E.O.E. Michigan Streams and Lakes FREE GUIDEBOOK! Jim Jensen— HASTINGS - Jim Jensen was bom on June 6, 1967 in Battle Creek. He was a grad­ uate of Garden City High School and Western Michigan University, where he was the sports editor for the school paper. After leaving school, Jim was a sports writer for the Battle Creek Enquirer, the Kalamazoo Gazette and finally, became the sports editor of the J-Ad Graphics Inc. newspapers. Jim was known for his humor, his enthusiasm for sports and his love ofothers. He is survived by his father. Carroll (Sandy) of Battle Creek; his mother, LuJean (Ivan) Smith of EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Kalamazoo; his grandmother, Florence Howe of Kalamazoo; his sister, Christine (Jim) Karslake of St. Louis, MO; and a niece, Elizabeth Karslake. Memorial services were held Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001 at the Hastings Presbyterian Church, where Jim was a deacon. Memorials may be made to the Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Arrangements were made by Girrbach Funeral Home. We stock a complete line of... Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE map - known to Pennsylvania anglers as the "Lost Stream Map." The “Stream Map of Pennsylvania” was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear 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 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 • Residential • Commercial • Farm WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. The recently ppublished STREAM MAP I OF MICHIGAN is just like another {stream and lake. He painstakingly plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 miles of streams onto a 3 x 5 foot map. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies LOST STREAM MAP FOUND AND RESTORED PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion. sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- icarelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of [work to the landfill. The few remaining dog-eared jcopies became a prized fisherman's ^possession. Professor Higbee was |offered $400 for one of his last maps. IAnd 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 Why every fisherman needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which group you fall into... there's a sure way to up vour odds... simply try new fishing walers. Fish where few fishermen ever fish. Michigan is loaded with great fishing walers...many of them over­ looked. From the AuSable River to all of the Great Lakes tributaries to the Pere Manpiettc River...thousands of miles of streams, lake's and rivers are now easy-lo-locate on one map. Professor Higiiee's Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only | highly detailed map of its kind. This new 4 foot by 4 foot color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan streams & lakes on lx>th peninsulas . PuTom tftabeee!® ■STREAMS! ' FREE REVIEWS "It is amazingly detailed and Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable 40 page guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the “Stream Map. “ Your map and guidebook will take you to the top names some creeks in the 443 fishing waters - select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. Mohawk Valley that can't even be found on topographic maps." John Pitarres OBSERVER-DISPATCH-Utica “If you're looking for the most definitive maps ever created depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake ... then "Professor Higbee's Stream Maps" are without question the finest. Howard Brant THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER {the map. Holding an updated map, "It is in showing where to find 'Howard said, "I never thought I'd live lo see this day." out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman. Joe Gordon TRIBUNE-DEMOCRATJohnstown | Then, by combining Professor 'Higbee's knowledge with computer itechnology - the STREAM MAP OF [MICHIGAN was created. LOCATION GUIDEBOOK INCLUDED ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFE­ TIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off surface, with brass eyelettes for easy hanging. Send me 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid at $24 45 ea. Send me 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED map(s) postage paid at $24 45 ea. Send me 4 FT by 4 FT LAMINATED map(s) postage paid al $44.45 ea. Checkormoneyorderenclosed$___ __ __ 2 - 3 DAY PRIORITY MAIL IN A STURDY TUBE Name __ Address City State Zip Mail completed coupon with payment to: J-AD GRAPHICS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 - Page 10 Maplewood students enjoy new playground Maplewood students swing on the new swing sets at Maplewood. The new playground is about 90 percent finished, said Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport. The new asphalt has yet to be poured. Students play on equipment at the new Maplewood playground last week. GFWC Vermontville plans Arlene Weeks to celebrate New Members Night 90th birthday Sept. 10 The General Federation Women’s Club Vermontville 2001-2002 year will begin Call 945-9554 for classifieds Monday, Sept. 10. Mary Fisher will take over the leadership as president. The event will honor past presidents, along with a pro­ gram and potluck dinner. It also will be a New Members Night. As tradition goes, the September meeting also is for new members. The club encourages any woman from the community or surround­ ing area who is interested to come and join in the evening. Call Mary Fisher at 726­ 0670 or any club member for any questions about the club or its role in the community. Arlene Wilcox Weeks will be 90 years young on Sept. 10. To help her celebrate the occasion her family will be hosting an Open House on Sunday, Sept. 9 from 3-5 p.m. at the Sunfield United Brethren Church in Sun­ field. Arlene was a cook at the Sunfield School for 17 years, famous for her baked Tailoring beans and homemade rolls. Since retiring her love of art has kept her busy with chalk art, oil painting and teaching classes. She is still active with oil painting. She asks for no gifts - if you are unable to attend she would love to get a card from you at her home - 11895 Sunfield Rd., Sunfield, MI 48890. Calendar of Events to serve your charitable interests andfinancial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Designated Funds Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. • consider naming your community foun­ dation as the beneficiary ofyour IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community founda­ tion in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys public charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. allow the donor to recommend grants from the income ofthe fund. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture win make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. benefit a specif­ ic area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geographical area. Field-of-lnterest Funds Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the char­ itable organizations and causes to be con­ sidered for grants. They can be estab­ lished in two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds Endowed Donor-Advised Funds SERVING OUR COUNTRY Sept. 5 Livestock Development Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 5 Master Gardener Association Mtg., 6:30-7 p.m., Courts and Law Bldg. Community Room, Prairie Development/Native Landscaping, 7 Melissa S. Scripter p.m. Sept. 8 4- H Card Quest/Open Trail Ride, 9 a.m., Melissa S. Scripter has Yankee Springs Horseman’s Campground. graduated from the Army Sept. 9 Open Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. Reserve Officer Training Sept. 10 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Corps (ROTC) Advance p.m., Expo Center. Camp at Fort Lewis, Sept. 10 Fun with Fondue and Dips w/Cathy Bachman, Tacoma, Wash. 5- 9 p.m. in Courts and Law Bldg., Community At the camp, cadets com­ Room. plete a five-week course of Sept. 19 4-H Advisory Council Mtg., 7 p.m., intensive military leadership Community Room of Courts and Law Bldg. training and evaluation exer­ Sept. 24 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 cises in communications, p.m. management, and survival Sept. 24 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 training. pm.. After successfully com­ Sept. 24 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pleting advanced camp and p.m. graduating from college, the Sept. 24 Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 p.m. cadet will be commissioned Sept. 27 Shooting Sports Leaders Meeting, 7 p.m., as a second lieutenant to Extension Office. serve in the U.S. Army, Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during National Guard, or Reserve. lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther The cadet is currently a notice. student at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo. Scripter is the daughter of Edgar C. Scripter of Dansville, and Janet S. Scott of 10397 Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville. She is a 1998 graduate of Maple Valley Junior-Senior High Residential • Commercial • Farm School. Call 945-9554 P.O. Box 644 450 Meddow Run Drive - Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-0526 • Fax; 616-9454536 Email: bcf@wrms.net Website: wwwbarrycf.org MSU Extension Office for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 '270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Yl Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 - Page 11 PHOTO Center FOR ALL YOUR PHOTO PROCESSING NEEDS TRY THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processin Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT ___ } 35MM0RAPS DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... Jimmy Hirneiss is just one example of why Maple Valley football players are so hard to bring down as he bulls his way for a good gain against Morrice Friday. The Lions won their second game in a row, beating Morrice 69-16. Hirneiss finished with 50 yards on six carries, including a 35-yard touchdown run. (Photo by Perry Hardin) with original processing ■. 4x6 prints only panoramic Lions win, continued from page 12 Dunlap, in fact, scored two. The Lions finished the game with 337 total yards and were hampered only by the clock, which ran constantly throughout the entire second half. Smith led all individuals with 72 yards in five carries. Morrice finished with 232 total yards, all but eight of them on the ground. After last week's narrow Call 945-9554forMaple Valiev Hews ACTION-Ms! USED HAY and FORAGE EQUIPMENT End ofSeason.. i CLOSEOUT NO INTEREST UNTIL NEXT YEAR! Waiver ’til Jan. 1, 2001 Great selection to choose from! □ NH 469 9' Mower conditioner □ *96 JD 720 9’9" Mower Conditioner □ (2) JD 1209 9’ Mower Conditioner □ JD 160012’ Mower Conditioner □ Cehl 2240 12' Mower Conditioner □ Case/IH 851212' Disk Mower Conditioner □ JD 160016’ Mower Conditioner □ cehl 1200 Chopper With 6' hay pick up and 2-row com head Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings. Ml 49058 John Deere T. 616.945.9526 F. 616.9455958 STORE HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fit 7am-5pm: Thu. 7am-6pm: Sal. 7am-3pm www.fillmoreeq.comfillmoregfillmoreeq.com 'Subject to approved credit. JDC Financing. 8-6 victory over Pewamo Westphalia in which the Lions had two touchdowns nullified by penalties, Mittelstaedt and his staff ob­ viously worked on execu­ tion this week. Perhaps execution is a harsh word to use in reference to what happened to Morrice this flight, but whatever the coaching staff did, the re­ sult was that the Maple Valley committed only two penalties for a total of .e.i.g.h.t.....y.a.r.d..s..the entire game. The"victory ran Maple Valley's record to 2-0 and the Lions will stay home this Friday to entertain Portland at 7:30 p.m. APS Processing 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Rep. Tabor to stop in Vermontville State Rep. Susan Tabor will meet with residents to discuss a variety of topics at the Sugar Hut in Ver­ montville Thursday, Sept. 13, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. "This is an excellent op­ portunity for residents to meet with me and discuss legislative issues," said Tabor, R-Delta Township, in a recent press release. "I look forward to discussing a wide variety of topics with them in a cordial, in­ formal setting." * acp@voyager.net and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives 5x8 - $2.50 sy 8x10 as low as Business Cards Graduation open house planned for local pastor There will be a graduation open house for Pastor Jeffrey Bowman of the Vermontville/Gresham United Methodist churches, who just graduated from Garrett Evangelical Seminary in Chicago. The open house will be held Saturday, Sept. 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Vermont­ ville United Church, 108 North Main St. in Vermont­ ville. Everyone is invited to attend and share in "Pastor Jeff’s” graduation celebra­ tion. V Panoramic prints additional Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $4IQ w5 0 as low as 250 1-color 9 PHOTO Center Looking for Specialty Papers? M/e have a huge selection of quality papers in various colors & textures Coming Soon! LARGE POSTER PRINTS up to 48’* wide X 350” long IN FULL COLOR! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 jn J OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 ■ 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The he Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 4, 2001 - Page 12 Lions whip visiting Morrice, 69-16 Maple Valley's Tom Patrick (11) gained 16 yards on this scamper around right end Friday against Morrice. Patrick ran the ball three times for 26 yards, scoring once. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Jon Gambee The newest inductee into the Michigan High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame gave notice that he will not be resting on his laurels this season as Gunther Mittelstaedt's Maple Valley Lions crushed visiting Morrice 69-16. The game was so far out of reach in the second half that Coach Mittelstaedt was reported to have smiled momentarily. But despite the erstwhile ef­ forts of Banner Photogra­ pher Perry Hardin, the momcntcous event was not captured on film. Afterward Coach Mittelstaedt, in typical fashion, gave all the credit to his team. "I think the first unit played very well tonight," he said, "and except for one stretch there when they scored, we pretty much controlled both sides of the line of scrimmage." Which was a little bit like saying that except for that one fellow who took the sliver out of that in­ jured animal's paw, those lions pretty much had the Christians under control. And these Lions pretty Brandon Hopkins (82) was one of the big reasons Maple Valley ran its record to 2-0 Friday. The big end caught two touchdown passes, one for 60 yards, as the Lions beat visiting Morrice 69-16. They will entertain Portland next week. (Photo by Perry Hardin) much had Morrice under control from the outset. The visitors made a few tactical errors along the way, the first being the decision to kick off to Maple Valley to start the game. Please. Would you really like to give the Li­ ons the opportunity to land the first punch? It didn't take long for quarterback Darin Thrun to guide his team into the end zone and before the quarter was over, Maple Valley enjoyed a 22-0 lead. And it was all downhill from there for Morrice. It was 42-8 at the half and at the point if there had been a vote for Mor­ rice's MVP it would have had to go to the man who was out in the parking lot warming up the bus. The Lions had such an easy time of it in the first two quarters that Mittelstaedt actually let Thrun throw the ball three times. He completed all three for 82 yards and two touch­ downs, both to Brandon Hopkins. Maple Valley got seri­ ous in the third quarter, scoring three more times, to take a 62-8 lead into the final stanza. Apparently the coach felt confident enough at this point to al­ low another pass, this one in the fourth quarter by Britt Leonard to Brandon Schantz for 12 yards. Each team scored in the fourth quarter to beat the running clock. Maple Valley played everyone this night, in­ cluding three different quarterbacks. Seven differ­ ent players carried the ball and five, Eric Smith, Mike Hirneiss, Jimmy Hirneiss, Tom Patrick and Bryan Dunlap scored touchdowns. See Lions win, page 11 Quarterback Britt Leonard (14) was right on the money with this 12-yard pass to Brandon Schantz on a fourth down and five play against Morrice Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 13) breaks away for one of his two rushing touchdowns Friday in PP 6/ 6/SS 6? 6?’’16 16uuVlctory Vlctory over over league league foe foe Morrice. Morrice. On On this this play, play, Dunlap Dunlap scored 25 yards out with 3:23 left to play in the game. Earlier Dunlap had scored on a five-yard run. He finished the night with 38 yards on seven carries. (Photo by Perry Hardin) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-09-11.pdf ce3d896351a118928e8af9b383f8144d PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 43058-1893 r----------- HbRT STD US POSTAGE PAID Hastings, mi PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945*9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 37/September 11, 2001 New teachers welcomed at high school, Fuller El by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Students at Fuller Ele­ mentary and the Maple Valley High school were greeted by new teachers this year. Glenda Steward is new and teaching first grade in the morning and reading recovery in the afternoon. She has taught in Lansing for the past four years at Mid-Michigan Academy. She lives in Sunfield and said she is enjoying her position at Fuller so far. "This is a good friendly staff, and I am liking it so far," she said. Mindy Otto is a new kindergarten and young five's teacher. She had previously taught in the Vermontville Village Council vacancy filled by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Theresa SpagnudoO'Dell was appointed to the open seat on the Vermontville Village Council last Thursday night. The seat was left vacant by Roger Metz, who moved outside of the vil­ lage limits. JoAnn Nehmer and Charles Viele also wrote in for the seat. Nehmer re­ ceived two votes. Spagnudo-O'Dell will serve until the village elections in March, when the seat will be up for election to fill the remain­ ing two years of the fouryear term. In other business at last Thursday night's meeting, the council: • Heard from the Citi­ zen's Advisory Committee that their recommendation Theresa Spagnudo-O’Dell for police protection for the village was to hire the Eaton County Sherriff's Department for four shifts of four hours per month. The council agreed to look further into the matter in January when the next budget is being worked up. • Learned that the village limit signs will be go­ ing up soon. • Heard from Monte O'Dell that the zoning meetings were going very well for the village and that a master plan should be ready for the end of the year. • Decided to stick with just one flower box on the side of the trees down­ town, not two, as previ­ ously discussed. The flower boxes were built by the wood shop class at the high school. • Announced that the village will be picking up brush at the charge of $5 this month. The brush can be put out any time. • Heard the parking lot behind the businesses on Main Street will soon be worked on. It will be lev­ eled and gravel will be put in. Vicki Mansfield. Amanda Archer. Paw Paw school district for six months. Otto lives in Battle Creek, and received her degree from Olivet Col­ lege. I am very excited to have the job," Otto said. "I recently got married in June, and we moved, so I am excited to be here for this opportunity." Amanda Archer is a new teacher for the third grade. This is her first teaching job, and she also gradu­ ated from Olivet College. She lives in Charlotte. Kelly Murton is a new special education teacher. She graduated from West­ ern Michigan University and has previously taught in Saginaw, and two dif­ ferent charter schools in Lansing. Working in the Maple Valley school district is a sort of homecoming for Murton. She graduated from Maple Valley in 1988, and currently lives in DeWitt. "The staff has been very welcoming... I have seen a lot of familiar faces and even new people have been very welcoming. I am excited about the chal­ lenges that this new posi- See new teachers, page 4 Middleville using stagecoach made in Nashville This is the carriage in its final stages that is being built for Middleville. Herb Andler stands by with his granddaughter Taylor Lamance. The carriage will be upholstered and painted burgundy and yellow. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Justin Carriage Works of Nashville is constructing a stagecoach that will help Middleville preserve an important part of the vil­ lage's past as a well trav­ eled stagecoach stop. Middleville Village Manager Bryan Gruesbeck explained, "The village uses the stagecoach as its logo, because back in the mid-to late 1800s the vil­ lage was a much traveled stagecoach stop. The vil­ lage actually got its name for being a centralized lo­ cation between bigger cities such as Battle Creek, Lansing and Grand Rapids." Gruesbeck said that a park is being constructed at the beginning of the newly paved Paul Henry Trail in the village and the intent is to display the stagecoach in the park and use it year round for spe­ cial occasions for rides and parades. "It was brought to our at­ tention that a local car­ riage maker in Nashville had stage coaches avail­ able and the council thought it would be a good idea to capitalize and fur­ ther the stagecoach theme by acquiring one." Justin Carriage Works is owned by Herb Andler, who started out raising Morgan horses. On a vaca­ tion he saw a buggy and he bought it and refur­ bished it. Soon he had people coming to look at horses and leaving with a See stagecoach, page 4 In This Issue Maplewood Elementary to dedicate new playground Fall 2001 OUR-Land Series planned in county Long-term care workshop to be held Sept. 18 Lion gridders rack up 350 yards in Portland victory �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, September 11,2001 - Page 2 Donations made to Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation j Keith Seitz and John Moore. Sours; Lorraine McLaughlin Other $100 or more dona­ in memory of Neil Mc­ tions were from Denney and Laughlin; Al Bowen and Kay Collier in memory of family in memory of Bea Gertrude Montgomery; Bowen; Roy and Margaret Charles and Constance Sjoberg in memory of Neil Corbin in memory ofSharlot McClughlin; Roger W. Sack­ ett in memory of H.H. (Tip) Sackett; M.V Class of 1966; JWf »JI *SHT ^-8 4^ I Bill and Shirley Stanton in memory ofIrma Joppie; Bob and Phyllis Banfield in memory of Jerry Banfield; r Friends of Esther Long ($200 donation from Carole and Phyllis Garlinger, Nancy t and Hugh Moore, Jenella The Place to gofor Professional Styling and Dean Smith, Jerry and L Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road « L Charlotte Garlinger and iana Kue 17-852-9481 >| Norman and Rugh Richard­ son), DeVere and Barbara Cook, and Pam and Ted Fox. Donations at the Alumni Banquet totaled $340. Memorials for Gerald Banfield have been received from Carroll and Marge Wolff, Elmer and Junia Jarvie, Dan and Amy Pratt, Dale and Joan Pratt, Lloyd and Mary Barclay, Bob and Phyllis Banfield, Jake and Marion Zuideman, Margaret Vander Weele, Lester and Barbara Little, Ralph and Frances Simpson, Kenneth and Dorothy Jones, Larry and Barbara Musser, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter and Kelly McGowan. Memorials for Kenneth Frank Seitz were from Bud and Audrey Ommen, Bruce and Mary Hadden, Steve and Sue Hadden, Mary Jean Hadden, Cleo and Pat Pres­ cott, Mike Prescott, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, and Mari and Rey Jones. Memorials for Clair “Pat” Hager were from the Thum Family, Karen, Gary and Jennifer Welcher, Scott, Kathy and Lindsay McLeod, and David, Terry, Justin and David Thrun. Gertrude McCrimmon memorials were from Bill and Bonnie Maker, family and friends of Gertrude McCrimmon, Lynette Car­ penter, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Larry and Bar­ bara Musser and Selma J. Tefft. Elinore J. Graham memo­ rials were from Alvin and Susie Butler, Thelma Chris­ topher, Elmer and Junia Jarvie, Ron and Velma Shilts, Greg, Rose, Jessica and Matthew Dunham, Beverly M. Graves, The Dominoe Players, Bess Myers, Evelyn Mason, Illa Steward, Margaret Johnson, Parrott Family, Sisters of Margaret Graham, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Wolever, Joanne Rugg, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harshman, Gladys Rounds, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Gonser, Mr. and Mrs. James Bow- The following is an update on recent donations to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship foundation. Citizens L.C.C. donated $400 in memory of Bernard Duffey, Howard Weiler, Look Great For FALL E Diana’s Place * Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. iduto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 1 hl Nc, ftMfrrn * TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 man, Gladys M. Hummel, Alice Travis, Mary Weldon, Beverly Hindershot, Eloyse and Lori Sumption, Douglas and Lucy Martin, Bismark Community Boosters, Maplewood Social Club and Mark and Tamera Martin. Memorials for Dr. Neil McLaughlin were from Arline Hokanson, Ernest Lindburg, Esther Meade, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Musser, Elbert and Dorothy Carpen­ ter, Douglas Kelsey, Frances MacDonald, the Rounds Family, Marion Ireland, Lorraine McLaughlin, and Roy and Margaret Sjoberg. Barbara M. James Memorials were from Ron and Kathy Finley, Pamela Nelson and family, Marilyn Anthony, Howard Anthony and family, Duane and Gene Dunham, Don and Marcia Grant, Arthur and Carol James, and Monte and Theresa O’Dell. Additional donations were from Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter in memory of Howard Weiler and John Moore; Marge Joppie in memory of Bill Joppie, Marge Joppie, Elizabeth Bodo and Artie Swift; Larry and Barbara Musser in memory of Larry Neil Musser; Bill and Shirley Stanton in memory of Irma Joppie; Lynn and Lucille Satterlee in memory of Lloyd Hill; M.V. support staff in memory of Marrianna Baker; Friends at Vermontville Hardware. Additional donations in memory of Fred Frith were from Robert and Lois Siple, Bill and Beverly Lindburg, Mr. and Mrs. David Johnson, Carol Duddles, Mr. and Mrs. Rex Root, Mrs. Maryadell Peterson, Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Shetenhelm, Capt. and Mrs. Philip Shetenhelm, anon., Larry and Barbara Musser, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter and Alberta Rockafellar, who also donated in memory of Margaret Frith. .Additional donations in memory of Jennifer Whit­ more were from Bonnie, Joe and Edie Biscoe, Larry and Barbara Musser, Murray and Betty Marsh, and David, Terri and Daren Thrun. Additional donations in memory of Jarene Fox were from Ted and Pam Fox and Mary Greenwood. Pam and Ted Fox donated in honor of William Fox. Copies of the audit report for MVMSF may be obtained by sending a request and self-addressed stamped envelope to P.O. Box 715, Nashville, MI. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203_______945-2243 $4.25 Family Twilite 4-6 pm daily $4.25 Kida 5 Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 4pm j $5.00 Students 6 Late Shows Frl a Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs 3QQQS3HM DtatrAi stereo Unlimited Free Drink Refills A .2Se Corn Refill* Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View * JEEpds CrEPPPrs SHOWTIMES 9/10-9/13 O JEEPERS CREEPERS (R) 1:15, 3:05, 5:00. 7:00, 9:00 SUMMER CATCH (PG-13) DIBITU/STMIUM SEATIRO 7:15, 9:15 OSMOSIS JONES (PG) OtOITAl/STADIUM SEATIRO 1:20, 3:20, 5:10 AMERICAN PIE 2 (R) 1:10, 3:15, 5:20, 7:30, 9:35 THE OTHERS (PG-13) DIOITAMSTAOIUM SEATIBO 1:05, 3:10, 5:15, 7:20, 9:30 Call 945-9554 for classifieds I I WWW.GQTI.COM ■ ■ LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ..... Sunday: A.M. Worship ...... Evening Worship . . Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting 10 am. .6 p.m. .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 ............. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School .9:45 am Morning Worship Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ...............6:45 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... ..9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....... 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 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 ol Nashville) Sunday School.... A.M. Service......... P.M. Service ......... ............. 10 ........ 11:15 .......6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 PhillipsSt., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School ............... 9:45 a.m. A.M Service . . P.M. Service .. ..7 p.m. Wed. Service . .7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 am. Sunday School.... ... 11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) .Worship 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship........ .10 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School .................. 10 a.m. Church Service..... ..... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 am Morning Prayer 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Huslwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book ol Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ a rn616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11,2001 - Page 3 Maplewood Elementary to dedicate new playground Thursday by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maplewood Elementary will have a playground dedication Thursday, Sept. 13, at 5 p.m. The night will also be combined with an open house from 5:15 to 6 'p.m. for parents and students, and will be followed by a PTO picnic from 6 to 7 p.m. "What we are trying to do is get a fist of people and business that dedicated time or money to the playground installation," said Maplewood Principal “The open house is for teachers to show parents their class­ rooms. It is also a time to meet with the student’s new teacher and discuss anything.” Fred Davenport. "We are having the kids write the invitations to these people and we hope that at the playground we will dedi­ cate the playground to them,". Davenport said that a group of students called PALS will be conducting the dedication. PALS are students trained in conflict resolution and they help give building tours and help with ndw students. • "The open house if for teachers to show parents their classrooms. It is also a time to meet with the student's new teacher and discuss anything." "Anyone with a child at Maplewood is invited to attend. The staff and administration is excited to be able to show off some of the new improvements at the school." YOU'RE IN THE LOANZO All of the recent highway construction around town may have traffic snarled...but at Eaton Federal's LOAN ZONE, it's clear sailing. HOME EQUITY LOANS HOME MORTGAGES AUTO LOANS \ REFINANCING y We're-constructing the best equity loans around! Stop in and we'll help you use your equity to do some building projects of your own: • NEW DECKS • ROOM ADDITIONS • REMODELING • NEW APPLIANCES You can also use your equity to consolidate loans, buy new cars and boats, pay college tuition, and much more. Plus, interest may be completely tax-deductible (see your tax advisor). Call us or stop in soon! 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 KUALHMBM LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11,2001 - Page 4 Stagecoach, from front page Herb Andler is restoring this Gentleman's Barugham, a carriage from 1849. horse and a carriage, and he worked to keep replac­ ing a carriage for his own use. "I figured then it was a good idea to make them and sell them," Andler said. In 1972 Justin Carriage Works was born, named after the founder of the Morgan horse breed. And Andler's carriages find homes all across the world. "We have sent them to Japan, Germany, Sweden, Denmark — pretty much everywhere," Andler said. "They are used in Central Park in New York, in Chicago, on Mackinac Is­ land, you name it. "Every stage coach has a story. I sent one white gentleman's coach to Spain that went to the Browse Through THE BARGAIN BARN Antiques • Crafts • Paintings • Jewelry (Authentic Navaho Turquoise & Silver) Search for collectibles in our large selection of IP and 45 Records. • Direct Double Receiver IV & VCR • Hardly Used Trumpet • Small sewing machine in good working order • Lots of good reading and cook books. All this and more at... THE BARGAIN BARN M-66 & E. State Rd. (North of Nashville) 517-852-1945 owners of a Medieval Times, which is a restau­ rant with the medieval theme. In the restaurant, there is actual jousting, and the people eat with no utensils." Andler builds the bug­ gies and carriages from the ground up with his team of workers, that fluctuates around 10 to 12. They are either made from hand-crafted wood or fiberglass bodies. Andler loves to design the more different models. "I like to design any­ thing that is different." A master craftsman, Ron Allerding, is currently working on a hearse car­ riage, for horse drawn fu­ nerals. One of his favorites he is currently restoring is a Gentleman's Barugham from 1849. "It belongs to the owner of the largest Ford dealer­ ship in the United States," he said. "His original in­ tent was to put it in his front yard, but when he heard how valuable it is he decided to add it to his collection of cars and have a replica made for his yard. It is probably worth $65,000 restored." There's never been a better TIAA E to get an ARMSTRONG FURNACE. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service ApM^QMG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Herb Andler (left), his granddaughter Taylor Lamance, and master craftsman Ron Allerding stand in front of the hearse carriage Allerding is building. Sandy Madsen works on some of the finishing touches of this carriage in the shop of Justin Carriage Works in Nashville. And then there is the stagecoach he is making for Middleville. "It is a horse-drawn stage coach and it will probably take a month and a half from start to finish. It needs to be painted still, and upholstered. It will be painted burgandy and with a yellow trim." "There are few compa­ nies that do what we do that put out the quantity that we do," he said. New teachers, from tion offers, and I am happy to be back home. I am looking forward to meeting all the parents." Ruth Ralph is also a new reading recovery teacher. She was not at the school Thursday afternoon for a photo. Vicki Mansfield is a new junior, high math teacher at the high school. Her previous teaching job was in Charlotte Public Schools, and she also taught in Texas. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valle!/ News ACnON-Ads! Andler said he enjoys preserving a part of history. Gruesbeck said now the Village Council just has to decide how to display it. "We are in the process of trying to decide how to do that. The council does not want to have it an only "The website has 107 pages and we get 90% of use it for a couple of times a year so the sheltering is our orders through it. We a factor. If the cost is too have won one of the golden web awards and a prohibitive there is a small chance that it will not be number one in top ten part of Stagecoach Park. links." We are currently seeking grants from local benefac­ front page----------- tors and have received in­ terest in the project." Mansfield lives in Ver­ "Our ultimate goal is montville and has subbed just to be able to display in the district for three the community symbol and years. She received her be able to use it in the fu­ degree from Pennsylvania ture to preserve this parts State and has lived in the of the village's history," he community for 11 years. said. "Last year we made 139 buggies. The prices range from $1,800 to $14,000." Much of their orders and exposure comes from Andlers's award winning web­ site, www.buggy.com. SPACE PLACE YOUR STORAGE Units 10x10,10x15,10x20 & 10x30 - Coming Soon ~ Make Your Reservation NOW! Call 616-374-1200 Located with M66 Tire 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Road (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml m66tire@voyager.net • www.m66tire.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11, 2001 — Page 5 Richard J. Norton Barbara J. Greenfield MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Barbara J. Greenfield, age 58, of Middleville, passed away Sept. 6, 2001 at Saint Mary’s Hospital, Grand Rapids. Mrs. Greenfield was bom April 19, 1943 in Grand Rapids, MI, the daughter of William and Orretta Warner. She was raised in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg High School and Hastings Adult Education to complete her education in 1971. She was married to Larry D. Greenfield on March 13, 1970 in Middleville. They lived in Middleville, Hastings and moved to Fairfield, Montana in 1973 where they resided for 11 years. Upon their return to Michigan they lived in Nashville and Ionia. She spent the last few months buying and establishing her Rev. Paul L. Boger NASHVILLE - Rev. Paul L. Boger, age 86, of Nashville. On Sept. 7, 2001, Paul went to be with the Lord he had faithfully served. During his 40 years of ministry, Rev. Boger pastored at the Wood Memorial Bible Church in Sumnerville, MI; the Clarksville Bible Church in Clarksville, MI; the Grace Bible Church in Grandville, MI, and the Vermontville Bible Church in Vermontville, MI, where he had been pastor emeritus for the past 15 years. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Alma; his son, Jacob Boger; a great great grandson; and two sis­ ters. Paul is survived by his wife, Helen; his children, Ruby (Derby) Harwood, John (Nancy) Boger, and Naomi (Bruce) Pauley; his daughter-in-law, Joy Boger; his step-sons, Tom (Janet) Wing, Gordon Wing, and Jim (Dana) Wing; 18 grand­ children; 32 great grandchil­ dren, one great great grand­ daughter; and many other loving relatives and friends. The funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11 at the Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa with his friend, Rev. Paul Deal officiating. Burial will be in Clarksville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Independent Bible Mission, the Hastings Baptist Church Missions, or a mission ofthe donor’s choice. Arrangements were made by Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. Ms. OH “Bud” Gillespie lift ‘ikfjaraji I®* VERMONTVILLE - Orl “Bud” Gillaspie, age 79, of Vermontville, died Monday, Sept. 3, 2001 at his home. Bud was bom and raised in Lacy, Michigan and attended Briggs School. He married Beatrice Ball in 1941 in Indiana. Hewas an entrepreneur and inventor who owned a redi-mix busi­ ness and the Ponderosa Campground in Vermontville. He enjoyed farming and was a square dance caller for “Bud’s Duds.” Surviving Mr. Gillaspie is his wife, Beatrice Gillaspie ofVermontville; sons, Bruce (Margaret-Ann) of Louis- itaM ** .-xlnnll. ijgiiB. . tllljiljllH' Wlldiali inUtai" H|L”‘ ^IkHi *llf1 rftitW “l0Flt00 jpilsli®^ p■.vet- iana, Bernard ofN. Carolina and Brad (Barbara) of Wis­ consin. Preceding him in death was his parents, Harvey and Lucy (Clark) Gillaspie; daughter, Betty Gillaspie; brother, Irl Gillaspie; and sister, Mildred Willison. Memorial services were held Friday, Sept. 7, 2001 at Vermontville Bible Church. Pastor Dan Smith officiated. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to Vermont­ ville Bible Church. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville, MI. home in Middleville where she was close to family and friends. She was employed at Hastings Manufacturing, Circle K in Montana and where she drove school bus for several years; Hastings Fiberglass and Rapistan in Grand Rapids. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Middleville, chairperson of the Women Women’’ss UAW Committee, Union Steward and Lead person. Barbara was a devoted mother, grandmother and daughter. Family and friends were very important to her. She loved animals and the outdoors. Through her life she had a number ofinterests including hunting, fishing, camping, trapshooting, bowling, golfing, bike rid­ ing, snow skiing. And as of late, loved riding her motor­ cycle. She was a hard work­ er and strived to hold her family together. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by four sons, Richard (Suzan) Greenfield of Carnation, Washington, Craig (Leona) Greenfield of Nashville, Kenneth Greenfield of Hastings, Joseph (Karen) Greenfield of Grand Rapids; 11 grandchildren, Nicole, Megan, Kendra, Tyler, Becky, Morgan, Deidre, Ashley, Devon, Kira, Brooke; her parents, William and Orretta Warner of Middleville; two brothers, Gary Warner ofMiddleville, Thomas (Janet) Warner of Hastings; two sisters, Deloris Barton ofCaledonia, Carol Robinson of Middleville; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiated. Interment was at Rutland Cemetery, Rutland Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. fcftklK itc®* .urn The Thornapple Arts Council ...is sponsoring two all-day Bus TYips to see the ONLY show in the U.S. of the Van Gogh and Gauguin "Studio of the South" at the Art Institute of Chicago. This is the first time the two artists'joint work has ever been shown together, • The two dates for the trip are Sunday, September 23 and Sunday, October 21. • The Bus TYlp includes round-trip travel accommodations, exhibit tickets and a continental breakfast. • The cost is $70 per person. • Grand Rapids pick up at 28th Street Kmart, Kentwood at 7:30 a.m. and return at 10:00 p.m. • Hastings pickup at Riverbend TYavel at 8:15 a.m. and return at 9:30 p.m. Newsweek calls this show a must see. Seats are filling up fast. Don't miss out! lb contact the Thornapple Arts Council call 945-2002 or visit our website at thornapplecouncilarts.org The Arts Council currently has a Gallery Store under construction, so stop by and see us at 117 W. State St. in downtown Hastings, next to WBCH. Sign-up for fall art classes is now under way. BATTLE CREEK Richard J. Norton, age 76, of Battle Creek and formerly of Nashville, died Sunday, Sept. 2, at Battle Creek Health System, Battle Creek, Michigan. Mr. Norton was bom in Battle Creek and attended Battle Creek Schools. He spent his working career as a truck diver for the Behnke Trucking Company. He had many friends and was' well known at a Battle Creek restaurant owned by “Roger the Chef.” Mr. Norton is survived by his brother, Donald (Marian­ ne) Norton of Battle Creek and sister, Barbara Hart of Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice and Ruby (Mayo) Norton and brother, Robert Norton. Services were held Thurs­ day, Sept. 6, 2001 at Wilcox Cemetery. Burial was at Wilcox Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity ofones choice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville, MI. A gift to the Bony Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the 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. MHHHI FOOD AUCTION ; Sunday, Sept. 16 • 2 pm •8* •lb •lb •lb •lb hlb - BRING COOLERS - * 12987 M-66 South (616) 275-0927 ♦ Auctions ucons Every very Sunday unay n Member of Greater Lansing Association T MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE fsfr fejTS HMS Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available MLS, Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.............................................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................ 852-5066 ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE BACK ON THE MARKET! SELLERS SAY WRITE ALL OFFERS!! IN VERMONTVILLE ON OVER 1 ACRE Older 2 story, 3 bedroom home. Many recent improve­ ments, charming mature lot with fruit trees, 24x40 pole barn (cement floor Be sepa­ rate electric). Call Nyle for all the details. (V-142) Near Fl-50 on NE of Vermo^fel^WW/tBpndows, roof fit^A^JLWeeas some TLC on trie inside. Good loca­ tion, blacktop road. Call Nyle. (CH-106) PRICE REDUCED! SELLER MOTIVATED! NOW $112,000!!! LOCATED NEAR HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOLS LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES $269.9001 OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring at cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info." Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) 'VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com ON M-66 BETWEEN BATTLE CREEK & NASHVILLE ON 3 ACRES "Country Home" 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch home with full basement Be 2 car garage. Priced to buy atjust $85,00011 Call Nyle today. (CH-146) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACK­ Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) NEW LISTING! NASHVILLE 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147) g g g s s S Bayne Road CHOICE OF 5 BUILDING PARCELS(CONTRACT TERMS) PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED! Some parcels are "wooded" TOP ROAD Ttees, creek, nat. gas avail­ range in size from 3.3 acres of to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ able. Located south ed, surveyed Be have driveway Vermontville just off M-79. permits. Call Homer for more Call Homer for more (VL-138>- -details,______..(J/UIQZZIJZX details. 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, includes appliances, nice mature shade trees. Close to middle school. Many updates, finished wood floors, ready to "move in" Call Jerry. (H-133) IN THE COUNTRY ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large barn on the property. Cast of Vermontville on main road. Call Nyle. (CH-129) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 6 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED Be DRIVE­ WAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seed­ ed to alfalfa hay Be are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the detailslf . (VL-134-137) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11, 2001 - Page 6 Fall 2001 Our-Land series planned by Patricia Johns StaffWriter The OUR Land Commit­ tee and the Barry Conser­ vation District are following up on their successful series of workshops last spring with five more evening workshops on topics on everything from basic planning and zoning to OOcomprehensive land use planning. The series will begin Thursday, Sept. 27. Other topics to be dis­ cussed will be the regulation and operation of Sand and Gravel Mines, farm land preservation, creative development options, re­ gional sewer systems and septic tank technology. Don Drummond said, "My hope is that landown­ ers who are ready to develop their property or those who want to keep their property as it is will attend the fall 2001 series of workshops. Refreshments and regis- tration begin each evening at 6 p.m. The workshops will be from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. each night. The price is $10 per evening. Local municipalities can pay $50 in advance and send as many representatives to the workshops as possible. Information is available by calling the Barry Conservation District at 948-8056 Brochures are available starting Monday, Sept. 10, at the Conservation District offices at 1611 South Hanover St. in Hastings. Brochures will be mailed to all the municipalities and to those who attended the spring series. Steve Langworthy will provide an overview of the basic planning and zoning process at Hastings High School Sept. 27. Langworthy's presentation in the spring was well attended and workshop goers asked for an overview of Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945*3512 nnu Dennis Koons Jim McManus Geoff Moffat, Mike what planning and zoning Lockwood and Alan Kehew really entail. He is a professional land will discuss this topic at the use planning consultant Delton High School. Moffat is the planning who has conducted dozens of director for the Village of training programs for local Middleville and Thornapple governments. This information is help­ Township. He has been a ful for residents, as well as professional community planning commission planner since 1972. Gravel members, who want to mining regulations have know about the process so been hotly debated during they can ask intelligent Thornapple Township Plan­ Commission questions, know the vo­ ning cabulary and understand meetings. Michael Lockwood brings what a master plan and other planning techniques mean in an industry perspective to their community. the panel. He has been Langworthy is a partner employed in the aggregate in the consulting firm of and material handling Langworthy, Strader and industry for more than 20 LeBlanc in Grand Rapids. years. He is the manager of The focus on Oct. 4 will the South-Kent Gravel be a panel discussion of the Company division of regulation and operation of Thompson-McCully sand and gravel mines. company. localcounties. local news national um w§ Michigan University. He will bring his per­ spective working with 11 of the townships in Barry County on planning and zoning and the academic view to his workshop. On October 18 the work­ shops will be held at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. The topic is discovering Creative Development Options. Dennis Koons will discuss creative development in rural areas. As the CEO of the Michigan Association of Realtors he brings an important insight into rural Geoff Moffat development. Alan Kehew has been a Andrew Bowman and Jay professor of geology since Hoekstra will discuss urban 1986 at Western Michigan options. Both are with the University, where he now Grand Valley Metro serves as department chair. Council, with Bowman On Oct. 11, two work- serving as planning director shops will be held at the and Hoekstra as senior Baltimore Township Hall. planner. In the first Stacy Sheridan The fall series will conwill discuss farm land clude in the meeting room preservation and in the of the Main Street Savings second Jim McManus will Bank in Hastings with indiscuss comprehensive land depth looks at sewer and use planning. septic systems. Sheridan works with Steve Williams of the communities to set up Williams & Works engicounty farm land preserva-neering firm in Grand tion programs. She is the Rapids has earned a regional land use coordinator for the rreputation for innovative Rural Development Council and cost-effective water and of Michigan. Waste water engineering. He McManus has served as will discuss the growth the planning and zoning implications of regional director for Barry County for sewer systems. the past seven years. He teaches part time at Western See OUR-Land, pg, 11 �The Macle Valiev News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 11,2001 - Page 7 Chesiers to visit Nashville Assembly of God Sept. 17-19 Mike and Marigold Cheshier, both ordained ministers with the Assem­ blies of God, will be at the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Monday through Wednesday Sept. 17-19 at 7 p.m. During their 30-plus years of ministry together, they have been both pastors and evangelists. They pastored their first church when they were 19 and 18 years of age, respectively. Their ministries have taken them to over 50 countries in the world and most of the 50 states. Their ministry has included six churches, which they have co-pastored. Marigold, who began her Zemke to celebrate 90th birthday ministry at age 12 with evan-written off for dead, but gelistic crusades, is not only today he is an evangelist and a preacher, but also a singer a power lifter who had with more than 14 record­ bench-pressed 450 pounds. ings to her credit. The cas­ In 1985, Marigold was diagsette tapes have been sold nosed with terminall cancer literally all over the world. and was only given 18 She has also appeared on months to live. She is still most of the major Christian very much alive. In 1987, Television ministries such as their daughter was on a minthe PTL Club, 700 Club and istry trip, where she stopped TBN affiliates. at a roadside park and was The Cheshiers have had attacked by two men; She some unique experiences, was assaulted, beaten, and which give them some left for dead, but she sur­ insights into the needs ofthe vived. She was told she body ofChrist. In 1982, their would probably never physison Mike was burned over cally be able to bear chil50 percent of his body, and dren. However, today is the during the course of this mother oftwin sons. time he quit breathing five The Chesiers strongly times. He was pretty much believe in and preach the miracle-working power of God to save, heal, and deliv­ er mankind from the ravages of sin and sickness, today! And their desire is to help empower God’s people for service and bring renewal and revival to the church. Martha Zemke will cele­ brate her 90th birthday on September 15th. A card shower is planned in her honor. Please send birthday wishes to her at 652 Capital Avenue, N.E., Room #6, Battle Creek, MI, 49017. Irishes to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Charles “Bud” and Marilyn Irish of LeRoy, Mich, (formerly from Nashville, Mich.) will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner with their family on Sept. 22, 2001. Cards may be sent to: 14549 220th Ave., LeRoy, Mich. 49655. Charles Irish married Marilyn Belville on Sept. 22, 1951 at the LeRoy United Methodist Church. He was employed by the Kellogg Co. for 32 years in sheet metal maintenance before retiring in 1985. He served in the Navy during World War II. Marilyn was employed as an R.N. at Community Hospital in Battle Creek and Pennock Hospital in Hastings for a period of 32 years. They have two children, Suzan Foster of Middleville and Craig Irish of Nashville; and five grandchildren. The couple met in Lansing in 1949. Author will speak at Putnam Library Former Maple Grove Township resident turned author Marcelle Mason Brita, 81, will bring a historical view of Nashville to life from 6:30 to 8 p.m. tonight (Tuesday, Sept. 11) at the library. Seating is limited so sign up early. Mrs. Brita's book "Aunt Cora's Bad Boy" (published in 1999) is a story based on the life of the late Keith Mead, a former Nashville resident and a friend of Mrs. Brita. The story chronicles Keith's life in the Nashville area from 1919 to 1929, when he lived with his Aunt Cora and Uncle Charles Mead. "I found the book for be light reading and very enlightening to how life was in Nashville during the 1920s," said Assistant Librarian Sandra Hosey, who also stated that she found Mrs. Brita a truely remakable and fascinating woman in her own right. The proceeds from the sale of this book go to the outreach ministeries of her church. PHOTO Center Get your special summer photos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 5mm Film Processing ne hour service Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 35MM OR APS DOUBLE PRINTS TS 1-Hour Service additional 99c NOW ONLY... with original processings 4x6 prints only panoramic 4x7 APS Processing 4x6 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net We can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives 5x8 - $2.50 $495 ’’ 8x10 as low as... intstt!cl■ and Super Poster Size P'r'rrinin Rubber Stamps Self-ln g^iHetoorder Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $4Q50 Check our prices. as low as IW 2501-color nowavailable; 43” WIDE X NECESSARY Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays S more! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! First Families application (leadline set First Families of Ionia County Society’s application deadline for this year is Sept. 15. Any applications received after this date will be consid­ ered for the following year. For more information, call Ionia County Genealogical Society at (616) 374-3141. Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broad way (M-43) Hastings .p tfie 616.945.9105 Graham OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 0:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11,2001 - Page 8 Business Services For Rent HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. FOR RENT IN NASH­ VILLE: One and two bed­ room apartments. (517)852­ 0852 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Card of Thanks WE WOULD LIKE to thank the committe for choosing us the Grand Mar­ shall's for the 2001 Sunfield Farmers Picnic. Also, for the reception on Thursday eve­ ning. Thanks also to all who personally congratulated us, phoned, sent cards, pictures and the lovely floral basket. This was an exciting week­ end, one we will treasure all our lives. Thanks Again, Raymond & Ardath Wilcox. Fann AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: 10246 W. Vermontville Hwy. Clothes, toys, grab bags, fur­ niture & lots of misc. Sep­ tember 14th & 15th, 9am5pm. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits ‘ (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. SUMMER JOBS PACKERS OF QUALITY FROZEN VEGETABLES General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees, Housewives GAYLORD: 5 ACRES of hardwoods. Ideal hunting and camping base. Short drive to state land and Otse­ go Lake. Driveway and cleared site already installed. $25,900, $500 down, $320/month, 11% land con­ tract. www.northemlandco.com for survey and photos of Maple Court. Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118. Days and Nights Available Need approximately August & Sept. 616-374-8837 ...FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN STREET, LAKE ODESSA, MI E.O.E. At a time when Woodbury Grain offers area farmers new options Real Estate IF YOU NEED EXTRA $$ CALL CENTRAL STERILE SUP­ PLY TECHNICIAN: Pen­ nock Hospital has a part­ time, second shift opening for a CSR Tech to work 40 hours per pay period. Previ­ ous Central Supply experi­ ence is desired and comput­ er knowledge is helpful. Will provide on the job training. This job requires considera­ ble standing,. walking, standing stretching and stooping. Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Hand Dexterity, close and color vision is re­ quired and must have the ability to work under pres­ sure in extremely busy con­ ditions. This job is responsi­ ble for the decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of instruments and equipment. Also, re­ sponsible for inspecting and preparing linen packs, re­ ceiving and stocking sup­ plies and equipment, proc­ essing of patient charges, requisitions for patient needs and general cleaning of department storage areas and equipment. Please sub­ mit application or send re­ sume along with letter of in­ troduction to: Pennock Hos­ pital Attn: Human Resources Department, 1009 West Green Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Phone (616)948-3112 or Fax (616)945-4130. Blue Chip investments can't be trusted, Work men are unloading parts for the new grain dryer. by Helen Mudry WE SUGGEST ONE THAT'S GREEN AND YELLOW. 5.9% If you’re looking for somewhere to park your money, we suggest your shed. Until September 21,20- to 48-hp John Deere 4000 and 90 Series Tractors are available with low 5.9 percent financing.* Every one is an amazing package of advanced engineering, excellent hydraulics, easy-to-use transmissions and safety features that meet ANSI standards. Plus, all come complete with legendary John Deere durability. So visit your local John Deere dealer. (Hurry!) After all, these investment vehicles will really move. Staff Writer Area farmers have a new option for marketing their grains, the Woodbury Grain LLC. Tim Brodbeck and other family members have pur­ chased the old elevator on M-66 and have been busy refurbishing it in prepara­ tion for fall harvest. Brodbeck said they are installing a new dryer that will dry 5,000 bushels an hour at five moisture points removal. There is storage space for KI mil­ lion bushels of grain. He said he looks on this as a three year project, getting the buildings repaired and the old dryer torn down. He said the elevator will be open "harvest hours" Call - Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. {3 -1OHN DEERE 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. T. 616.945.9526 Hastings, Ml 49058 F. 616.945.5958 www.fillmoreeq.com HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; fillmore@fillmoreeq.com Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 945-9554 to place your ad in the Maple Valley News । tgdayl; -^ this fall to accommodate all the farmers. There will be no genetically modified organism (GMO) restric­ tions, but he said very few farmers in the area use GMO seed. Tammy Brodbeck will be in the office every morning to issues checks on the spot. Tim said they will use common market­ ing practices, including price later agreement (PLA), forward contact and open storage. Though the facilitiy is right next to the train track, it has no rail service. "Maybe some day we will use the rails but right now it is just a truck house, said Tim. "We are very excited about the elevator. There is a definite need for the small and medium sized farmers. We hope they will give us a try." Lakewood farmers will see a familiar face, Ross Thomas, at the elevator. Thomas used to be man­ ager at the elevator in Sunfield. He has "come out of retirement" to work at Woodbury. He will be grading the grains, measur­ ing the moisture and the foreign material- (FM). Thomas said his father-in­ law, Howard Haddix, helped build the elevator with rough cut lumber in the early 1960s. According to Thomas, the facility has had several owners, including Paul Allen, some people in Flint, Mueller and Son, Mooreman, Agri Sales and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM). The Woodbury Grain had an open house Satur­ day to show off the new facility. SPORTS EDITOR Wanted for five weekly newspapers ASAP. Responsible for coverage of six high schools. Photo, cdhnputer and internet skills helpful; writing skills and love of sports essential. Hours are irregular but the work is rewarding. Please call David 'foung at 945-9554 or send clips and resumd to: ]-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Highway Hastings, Ml 49058. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11,2001 - Page 9 Long-term care workshop planned at Peace UM Church A long-term care work­ shop will be hosted by Peace United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18. The purpose is to examine issues of long-term care, what expenses Medicare covers, alternatives to Medicaid, and family inter­ vention. Guest speakers will be Mark D. Christensen, Invest­ ment Representative with Edward Jones, and Tracey Thaenes, specialist with Ge Financial Assurance-Long Term Care Division. A lot of people have already heard or read about the “Aging of America.” People are living longer today than ever before. In 1994, about one in eight Americans was age 65 and older. By 2030, one in five Americans will be 65 and older, according to the U.S. Bureau of Census. As this age group grows, so will the number of people who require nursing home care. Placing a family member in a nursing home is a difficult, heartbreaking ordeal, and it not only affects the individ­ ual, but also the entire fami­ lyNo one likes to think about a potential nursing home stay, but few can afford not to. Forty-three percent of people who are age 65 and older will need some form of long-term care. The average cost of a nursing home is about $50,000 annually. Without insurance, expenses for long-term nursing or home health care must be paid out of pocket or rely other sources such as family mem­ bers, Medicare or Medicaid. In addition to the emotion­ al toll such a situation can wreck on a family, the cost of this type of care poses a threat to nearly every fami­ ly’s financial security. What complicates matters further is that many people believe Medicare or Medicaid will cover the cost of long-term care. The reali­ ty is that Medicare covers less than 2 percent of such costs, and Medicaid covers them only if you have virtu­ ally exhausted your life sav­ ings. The public is invited to this free community service program. Peace United Methodist Church is located four miles west ofNashville, comer M-79 and Barryville Road. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 HASTINGS BANNER SUB­ SCRIPTIONS: Phone (616)945-9554. APPRENTICE/ELECTRICIAN- TO 18/HR + benefits. Trainee/Skilled. Major Co. ADMISSIONS/CLERICAL (HOSPITAL)- TO 10.58/hr Needed Now. (616)949-2424 + great benefits. General Of­ JOBLINE FEE._____________ fice Duties. Needed Now. GENERAL FACTORY (616)949-2424 JOBLINE FEE HELP- Inspectors/Packers. LIFE'S A BEACH! Travel To 15/hr + benefits (2) shifts. major resort areas such as Major Plant. May Require Las Vegas, California, Texas, Drug Test. (616)949-2424 Florida and New York. 2 JOBLINE FEE Weeks paid training. Must Recreation be 18 and able to start today. Call Missy, 1-800-964-7060. 1982 YAMAHA 750 Virago LOCAL ROUTE DRIVER Fairing motorcycle. Leather (Bottling Co)- to 14.42/hr + saddle bags, 12,000 miles. Great Benefits. Entry Level. Looks & runs great, $1,000 (616)758-4269 after Training Provided.. Start obo. Now. (616)949-2424 JOB-3pm. LINEFEE________________ MAINTENANCE/HANDYMAN- TO 16/HR + benefits. Major Co. Trainee/Skilled. Call Light Repairs. Start Now. (616)949-2424 JOBLINE FEE NationalAds 945-9554 for classifieds Maple Valley school menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept. 12 Chicken fries, rice pilaf, green beans, hot cinnamon apples, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept. 13 M.W. Hungry Howies. Pizza, tossed salad, pineap­ ple tidbits, coffee cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 14 Soft taco, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept 17 Nachos, carrot sticks, apple crisp, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept 18 Foot long hot dog, whole PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to and the advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.** Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. kernel com, peaches, for­ tune cookies, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. Wednesday, Sept 12 Choose One Chicken fries, • pizza, chicken sand­ wich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, hot cinnamon apples, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept 13 Choose One - Lasagna, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broccoli and cheese, pineapple tidbits, juice, milk. Friday, Sept 14 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Monday, Sept 17 Choose One - Chili and crackers, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, apple crisp, juice, milk. Tuesday, Sept 18 Choose One - Double dogs, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. 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. #23-1748 1-616-367-9700 • 1-866-579-9993 Diamond Propane Staff: Jon Gallegos, President Debbie Borner, Office Manager Dave Clark, Delivery Driver Herb Seidelman, Service Technician REACHING OUT TO THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE WITH HONEST, FRIENDLY & RELIABLE SERVICE... • Certified Propane Professionals • Over 56 Years of Combined Experience Members: Michigan Propane Gas Association National Propane Gas Association We Offer: Convenient Payment Options Keep Full Service 24 Hour On Call Service CALL NOW ASK ABOUT OUR PROPANE PRICES ***WATCH FUTURE ADS FOR OUR GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION*** �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11, 2001 - Page 10 Lakewood Vikings soccer team blanks Maple Valley Viking Klick Huisman boots the ball away from Maple Valley's Jason Hoffman as teammate Keith Wilcox backs up the play. Lakewood's Carl Harms attempts to get a shot past several Maple Valley defenders. The Lakewood varsity soccer team blanked Maple Valley 6-0 Thurs­ day, Aug. 30, in a non­ league match. The Lions' defense held the opponents at bay dur­ ing the first half, allowing only one goal, by Lake­ wood's Zach Trumble. Lakewood's defense was equally tough, and the half COMMISSION ON AGING ended with that lone score. In the second half, how­ ever, several Lakewood players were able to pene­ trate the Lions' defense. Trumble scored a second time, Tyler Harms put two in the net, and Carl Harms and Nick Rice each added a goal apiece. Sean Neely, Charles Phelps and Nick Rice all were credited MENU & EVENT SCHEDULE Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, Sept. 12 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, Italian blend, winter squash, cookie. Thursday, Sept. 13 Sausage, Julienne pota­ toes, peaches, french toast sticks, orange juice. Friday, Sept. 14 Macaroni and cheese, diced carrots, Brussels sprouts, jello. Monday, Sept. 17 Homemade goulash, green beans, corn, mixed fruit. Tuesday, Sept. 18 Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes/gravy, steamed beets, stuffing, pudding. Murray's Asphalt Maintenance — Over 20 Years Experience — Sealcoating • Crack Repair • Patching Driveways & Parking Lots Free Estimates Cell 517-331-2786 • Home 517-852-0530 ~ Willie ~ 10% DISCOUNT UNTIL SEPT. 30TH Maple Valiev Flag Football Signup Maple Valley’s Kyle Lesage attempts to cut off Lakewood’s Carl Harms as he dribble up field. with assists. The Vikings registered 17 shots on goal for the game, Maple Valley regis­ tered five, and Lakewood goalie Charles Phelps, tal­ lied nine saves. Lite Menu Wednesday, Sept. 12 Roast beef/cheese, cole slaw, apricots, ww bread. Thursday, Sept 13 Chicken pineapple salad, potato salad, mixed fruit, dinner roll. Friday, Sept. 14 Tuna pasta salad, 3-bean salad, mandarin oranges. Monday, Sept. 17 Ground bologna, baked beans, diced pears, ww crackers. Tuesday, Sept. 18 Chef’s salad, macaroni salad, applesauce, crackers. Events Wednesday, Sept. 12 Hastings, Legal Aid 10-12, crafts/nails; Nashville, Country Strings x3, 11:00; Woodland, puzzles; Delton, social day. Thursday, Sept. 13 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, puzzle day. Friday, Sept. 14 Hastings, Nashville 5x11, 10-11:45; Nashville, pop­ corn day; Woodland, social. Monday, Sept. 17 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, Nashville 5x11; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Sept. 18 Hastings, foot care, blood pressure day, Alz. 1-3; Bd. meetings 2:00 COA. September 12 at 6:00 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School Cost is $10.00 Any questions contact: Rob Goris 517-852-0735 Hole in one earns new car Steve Augustine of Nashville won a new Buick Century from Bill Seif in Hastings for getting a hole in one at a recent memorial tournament. Augustine got the shot on the third hole of a 195 yard par three shot. He was using a six iron. He is pictured here with Dave Ackett of Bill Seif picking up his new car. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11, 2001 - Page 11 Jayvee gridders now 2-1 after loss The Maple Valley junior varsity football team Thurs­ day came out on the short end of a 36-14 contest at Portland. The host team got out to a 22-0 halftime lead and the Lions played catch-up the rest ofthe night. Sophomore quarterback Derek Ripley opened the scoring for the Lions with a 4-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter. The twopoint conversion try failed and the Lions trailed 22-6. Portland scored on its next offensive possession open­ ing the score back up to 28­ 6. The Lions answered the Red Raiders when freshman running back Jeff Bowman found the end zone early in the fourth quarter. Bowman also ran in the two-point conversion, making the score 28-14, but that was as close as the young Lions would get. Bowman led the way for the offense, carrying the ball 24 times and racking up 136 yards rushing to go along with his touchdown and twopoint conversion. Sopho- more Josh Beardslee gained 49 yards on 16 carries, while Rippley chipped in 36 rush­ ing yards to go along with 15 yards passing and a touch­ down. Freshman Ben Boss led the charge for the Lion defense with 13 tackles, freshman Kenny Carns added seven tackles to go along with a fumble recov­ ery. Josh Beardslee, Jason Beardslee and Ty VanAlstine had four tackles apiece. In previous action the Lions, opened their season with a pair of victories. In their season opener they defeated Pewamo-Westpha­ lia 16-14. Bowman led the way offensively with 93 yards rushing on 12 carries, including a 50-yard touch­ down run. Carns led the defense with 11 tackles while Nate Racine added 10. Last week the young Lions made the long trip to Whitmore Lake Aug. 30 and defeated the Trojans 16-6. Josh Beardslee gained 117 yards on 16 carries, includ­ ing a 14-yard touchdown run, while also running in both two-point conversion tries. Bowman added 51 rushing yards and the other Lions touchdown. The J.V record stands at two wins against one defeat. The Lions host league foe Leslie this Thursday. Game time is 6:30 p.m at the Fuller Street Field. Delton teams sweep Maple Valley in cross country duals >** £S tel K *>|i -^1! lhfc * '* ad *^ii|ll ii Jmih ’. "^rtJh sMiniii tyll • al fcw A stuck truck... The Nashville car wash had an unexpected visitor Saturday morning, This truck from Greenville was not centered when it entered the large bay and broke through the grate. Two tow trucks from Spencer's in Hastings and one from MC in Vermontville managed to get it out. Spencer's larger tow truck lifted the front end of the disabled truck while another truck pulled it out. No one was injured in the accident. Delton boys' and girls' teams both defeated Maple Valley last Thurs­ day in a nonleague cross­ county dual meet. The Panther boys whitewashed Maple Val­ ley 15-50 while girls pre­ vailed by a 17-42 count. For the girls, Lauren Cooper, Monique Hoyle, Katie Johncock and Natasha Tamminga swept the first four places. Coop­ er's first-place time was 23:14 over the five-kilome­ ter course at Charlton Park. Jessica McMillen led Maple Valley with a fifth­ place finish, in 24:17, and Muriel Wieland was sixth in 24:57. Delton took the seventh and eighth slots with Sarah Gray and Johanna Lund­ gren. Mare Nisse, Camille Wieland and Jana Gethe placed ninth, tenth and 12th, respectively. Panther Kyle Williams checked in with the best time of the day at 17:59, Teammates Billy Roberts Jon Erickson, Evan Williams and Matt Danneffel completed the sweep of the first five places. Tom Sigler and Ron Gale took sixth and seventh before the Lions' top runner, Dustin Jones took eighth with a time of 21:13. Andrew Gaber was 14th in 25:04. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC . Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ Itatylbte h kk,'®4® k*: b.wu L«H. itaO O Simplicity ■ft Sift It ■ taints M fctaM NO! NO! NO! EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Well okay, the snow is coming, but we’ve got you covered with Nothing Down, No Interest and No Payments til April 2002* OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS Model 970M • Residential • Commercial • Farm y jJj Throws snow up to 45feet Multiple speed-range choices to meet varied snow conditions. We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies awm Accessories! ccessores fa a SawNOWjm WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & 00 OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Full range ofsnowthrowers at earlyseason prices. www.simplicitymfg.com Barry-Eaton Health Depart­ ment, oversees on-site wastewater treatment and disposal programs. Jim Rutherford is the di­ rector of environmental health for the Barry-Eaton health department. He has nine years experience in public health and three as a septic tank technology and siting considerations. They will touch on problems with current installations. . For more information about any of these work­ shops, call the Barry Con­ servation District at 948­ 8056. Conveniently located andfu nctional controls. Saves time and effort. Balancedfor ease ofhandling and maximum tractionfor slip­ pery conditions. Vern's Repair and Sport Corner of M-66 & M-50, Woodbury 517-566-8353 • Toll Free 1-877-717-0119 'Offer valid subject to credit approval through Transameria Bank, NA on purchases between 8/1/01 and 9/30/01. No payments required (except insurance premiums if applicable). Finance charges will be assessed from date of purchase, unless the total purchase price and all related insurance premiums (if applicable) are paid in full within the promotional period. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 11,2001 - Page 12 Lions rack up 350 yards in victory over Portland by Jon Gambee Maple Valley ran up 350 yards in total offense and rolled over Class B non­ conference foe Portland Friday, 30-6. "We played pretty well in every facet of the game," said Coach Gun­ ther Mittelstaedt. "Our of­ fensive line played excep­ tionally well and our backs ran hard. I thought we played defensively better than I expected and I am very pleased with our tensity." That defense set tone for the game by stop­ ping the Red Raiders on their first possession. The visitors managed only one net yard in three tries and were forced to punt ball away early. The Lions took full vantage of the situation when Mike Hirneiss took the punt on his own 47 and ran it into Raider territory at the 41. From there it took Maple Valley exactly one play to score, as Eric Smith took the pitch from quarterback Darin Thrun and raced around left end. He followed it up by run­ ning in the two-point con­ version and with the game less than two minutes old, Maple Valley led 8-0. They would never look back. The Lions made it 14-0 on their next possession, set up by a Devin Phenix interception. The big play of the drive was a 53-yard run by Bryan Dunlap, who was sprung loose by two crushing blocks Hirneiss and senior end Brandon Hopkins. Three plays later Hirneiss went New Line of. 500 watt Halogen Flood Light Work light Model CHL 500SC Model CHL 500TC Ctarte 10” Tablesaw Ctarte 7-1/4” Circular Saw Model CT 4007 KMaiaoouciSNC Quality 120 volt halogen light Steel base has full angle adjustment Protective steel grill Insulated carry handle for safe adjusting and handling Cast aluminum lamp housing High visibility powder coated yellow Model BT 1007 • 3 hp motor • 13 amp electrical rating • 4800 rpm no-load speed •10* blade • 5/8” arbor *160 Quality 1200 volt halogen light 3-pc. telescopic pole with twist/lock adjustment Fully adjustable tripod lamp head is fully adjustable • 4000 rpm, 10 amp motor • 7-1/4” tungsten carbide tip (TCT) blade • Ball bearing construction • 0-45’ bevel cut •Safety lock-off trigger switch S*JVICU19 Ctarte KMOIMOOUraHC 11V HD Cordless Drills , Circular. Bench Grinders Model BT 1002 and Model BT1004 3/8” Hand Drill Model CT 4001 • Single speed and reversible • Lock-on button for continuous drilling • Double insulated * • 3.75 amp motor • 3/8” key style chuck * Iftfi • Full range of heavy-duty industrial quality models • UL approved • Tough metal construction • Complete and ready to use with little or no assembly Model CCK 1800 • Powerful 18 volt cordless drill and circular saw • Includes two 18 volt Panasonic? batteries, 1-hour fast charger, UL/CAS listed • High impact ABS 0” Bench Grinder Model BT 1002 I • 1/2 hp. motor • 1/2" OD arbor size • 3600 rpm 8” Bench Grinder Model BT 1004 $1 carrying case • 1 hp. motor • 2/3" OD arbor size • 3500 rpm $7 D f<tK'' Ctarte 39-pc Cord­ less Drill Model CCK 1439 Ctarte rows mocucn hc. 16-gc Cordless Drill Set Model CCK 1416 • 6 drill bits • 2 slot bits • 2 phillips bits • 1 screwdriver bit extension socket • 2 posidrive bits $> 11 179 U U • 5 drill bits • 6 slot bits • 6 torx bits • 6 hex bits • 3 posidrive bits • 3 phillips bits • 6 sockets • 1-1/4” drive socket driver • 1 screwdriver bit extension socket $M0/11 BSElf 1/2” Hammer Drill Model CT 4005 • Variable speed and reversible • Choice of hammer or drilling modes • Extra handle and depth gauge • 1/2 “ key chuck • 4 amp motor • Built-in level SUQQU69 Jl Model CT 4000 • Single speed • 3000 strokes per minute • Sliding blade safety shield • 3 amps • Foot pivots 0-45’ •Accepts universal jig saw blades • Vacuum hose port Ctarte •weimocuctswe 30-nc Titanium *4 Drill Dit Cordless Model CCK 1801 Dual range Electronic variable speed Reversible motor w/direct w/direction brake 3/8” Jacobs* keyless chuck 16 torque settings Drill speed: 0-360 rpm low, 0-1100 rpm high $7 (13! / $411| Oarte KMl MCOUCIS HC 18 Volt Heavy­ • • • • • • Quarterback Darin Thrun (2) eludes a couple of Red Raiders intent on a sack. scored from eight yards right with a pitch and ran out. He then ran in the ex­ the final 14 yards. The ex­ tra point to make it 22-0. tra point failed this time, Both teams scored in the but it was good enough for fourth quarter to round out the Lions to take a 14-0 the total. Raider quarter­ lead. back Travis Smith ran his It was the defense's turn team's only score in from to shine again in the sec­ nine yards out with 11:06 ond quarter as they to play in the game, cap­ stopped two Red Raider ping an 11-play 61-yard drives with interceptions. drive, but Maple Valley One was by Eric Smith answered on the ensuing with just over nine minutes drive, moving 70 yards in to play in the first half and nine plays. Thrun passed the second was by Devin the final 14 yards to Eric Phenix, with just under a Smith for the touchdown minute left. The clock ran and Hirneiss ran in the ex­ out on the Lions' scoring tra point. drive, however. The win ran Maple Val­ Maple Valley scored ley's record to 3-0 on the again in the third quarter season, while Portland when Pal Felder recovered slipped to 1-2. a Raider fumble on the Next week the Lions Portland 18-yard line and will travel to Leslie for a 7 four plays later Smith p.m. contest. 1/2” Sheet Sander Model CT 4006 • 2.1 amps • 10,000 orbits per minute • Easy-on, easy-grip sandpaper clips • Ball bearing construction • Vacuum hose poart • Lock-on switch for continuous sanding Model DB 7050 Palm Sander Model CT 4002 • • • • Heavy-duty ball bearing motor Spring clips for easy loading Easy empty dust bag 10,000 orbits per minute $ 0/139 Long-lasting titanium nitride coated drill bit set fits all 3/8" drills Lasts up to 6 times longer than standard bits Penetrates 75% faster *$ 0f499 Bits can be resharpened VISA 219 S. State in LUMBER & HARDWARE Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm 517*852-0882 ww.hometownlumber.com Mike Hirneiss (4) had a big game for Lions Friday night against Portland.. Photos by Perry Hardin � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-09-18.pdf 4f15ca8103dc39ac088cf1e9cd9884cf PDF Text Text I HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY ttlSCMUKHS ST TAGE । has Lf5 GS, Ml NO. 7 Published byJ-Ati Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 38/September 18, 2001 Attack on America dominates Rep. Tabor's visit by Shawna Hubbarth Tabor said the attacks Staff Writer were on people's minds Talk about the terrorist wherever she stopped. attacks on New York and "There isn't a single Washington dominated American anywhere that lunch with State Represen­ isn't feeling this. It's just tative Susan Tabor last something that you would Thursday in Vermontville. never have guessed would The lunch was one in happen. Its a mix of shock ten destinations for Tabor sadness, and anger. and Legislative Director "It's important for Amer­ Deb Schueller. The lunch icans everywhere to set was scheduled at the aside their differences and Sugar Hut Cafe and was a to pray for all those lost chance for Tabor to con­ and their families. And to nect with her constituents pray for our president. I and discuss concerns on cannot imagine the pres­ their mind. sure he is under. We "I schedule this kind of should thank God for our thing because it is hard to freedom, because that's get to Lansing, parking is what they, attacked, our a chore and so we like to freedom." go from hometown to One person at lunch hometown, where people said, "We can't let it are comfortable... it's about change our lives." bringing the government Tabor talked about keep­ closer to the people. If we ing lives regular for the have time we will usually sake of children as well. stop at the fire department "I think it is important to and say hi to people there maintain things for kids." too. We have had a pretty She said she would back good turnout at our stops.". the president up, no matter the consequences that he chose for the attack. "I will stand behind the president no matter what he chooses to do about this." Schueller said most of the people they had talked to so far have been moved and stunned. "I think it hasn't sunk in for a lot of people," she said. Another person praised Michigan Attorney Gen­ eral Jennifer Granholm who came down swiftly on gas station owners, some of whom jacked up gas prices in the wake of the tragedy. Schueller said they had received several calls about the gas prices. Tabor also talked to concerned residents about traffic speed in Charlotte in front of the Meijers store there. She talked about a traf­ fic study that was being done there and said she State Representative Susan Tabor listens to local concerns at her luncheon in Vermontville last Thursday. would do what she could to hurry it along. "I'd like to see them lower the speed," she said. A Maple Valley high school student was killed in a car accident at that location this past year. Marching band, boosters win school board’s praise Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef (left) praises the band boosters lined up beside him at the school board meeting last Monday. The boosters were each given a Maple Valley pride pin. Amber Terberg (left) and Tiffany Thomas talk to the school board about their leadership class and activities. by Shawna Hubbarth tsano Director Dennis Vanderhoef talks about the high school band at the school board meeting last week. The band and band boosters were honored for their, achievements. Staff Writer The Maple Valley High School Band was honored by the school board at the meeting last Monday. Several teachers and staff spoke about the pro­ gram calling it exemplary and wonderful for the chil­ dren. They praised the band members and their performance at recent competitions as well as their award winning shows See band praised, pg. 2 In This Issue • 14-year-old Nashville youth found with gun • Nashville Village Council tables transfer station payment proposal • Vermontville Church Youth help build house in Mexico • Lions overcome Leslie to remain undefeated �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18, 2001 - Page 2 Band praised, continued from front page during a trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., this past year. Teacher Rose Dunham said, "The band is one of the most exemplary pro­ grams in our school. Den­ nis Vanderhoef has done such a great job with the kids and I am thankful for what he has done for my own child as well as the rest of the school." Vanderhoef addressed the crowd of band students and parents and said, "The best thing to do with the kids is to point them in the right direction and give them a push and then get out of the way." Principal Todd Gonser talked about how Vanderhoef is not only a teacher with the children, but also a coach. The Band Boosters were called up and praised for their dedicattiaH^ar^^5f3j raising efforts for tnebancr Members of the school board presented each of the band boosters present with a Maple Valley pride pin. "This pin is for those that go above and beyond in our community," Super­ intendent Clark Volz said. In other business at the meeting, the board: • Granted the Maple Valley Girls' Soccer Club varsity and school team status. The team has been competing for two years. • Rejected an electrical bid for the new athletic stadium being built at the • Heard that a letter was sent to Volz praising alter­ native and adult education Principal Tate Mix, and the alternative education program. high school, in favor of pursuing other options. School board president mike Callton asked when therirrst game would be played in the new stadium. Volz said he thought about three years. • Heard' from Volz that there are approximately 1,719 students in the school district. "That's a strong num­ ber," he said. • Heard that homecom­ ing week will start October first. • Heard from high school students Tiffany Thomas and Amber Terberg that they will be attending school board meetings as part of their leadership class requirements. Historical Society will meet Sept. 27 The Vermontville Histor­ ical Society September monthly meeting will fea­ ture Teresa Goforth, exec­ utive director of the Eaton County Court House Square Association. This meeting will be held at the Vermontville Congregational Church at 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, Sept. 27. All are wel­ come to attend and learn more about local history. Those planning to attend are asked to bring a dish to pass for the potluck din­ ner. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra Free hunter safety class to start Oct. 8 eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies arc no more than an 800 number and a voice TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department has held three free hunter safety classes to date. The response has been tremendous and the classes have been very well received. In order to keep up with the interest in this course, Sheriff Rick Jones has announced that the depart­ ment will be holding one more free hunter safety class Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Oct. 8, 10, 12 in the training room at the Sheriff Department, 1025 Independ­ ence Blvd., Charlotte, from 6 to 9 p.m. Class size is limited to 30 each session and registrants must be at least 12 years of age by commencement of the hunting season. To sign up or for more information, call Jerri Nesbitt at 543-3512, exten­ sion 390, or 372-8217, extension 390. Guernsey-Swartz exchange vows Corin Guernsey and Ray­ mond Andrew Swartz were married Jan. 20, 2001 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hastings. Parents of the couple are Robert and Leslie Guernsey of Nashville and Terrill and Julia Swartz ofVermontville. Corin’s sister Roxanne was the maid of honor and Andy’s best man was Travis McIntyre. Bridesmaids were Corin’s youngest sister, Re­ becca and friend, Aimee Genung. The groom’s atten­ dants were Andy’s sister, Jennifer and friend, Aaron Dykstra. Special music was provided by Corin’s uncle, Doug Hart and mother, Leslie. They were accompa­ nied by pianist, Teresa Pash. The reception was held at Hastings Country Club. Fol­ lowing the honeymoon, Andy and Corin reside in Midland, Michigan. Andy is employed as a Civil Engineer at McMillon and Associates in Bay City and Corin is cur­ rently attending graduate school at Central Michigan University where she will re­ ceive her degree as a physi­ cal therapist. Call 945*9554 for classifieds Look Great For & $ FALL 4 Dianas Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 Jkvrbttw 4 J4r’Jfr mH LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School . . . Sunday: A M Worship Evening Worship Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting 10 a m. .11 am. .6 p.m. .7 p.m. 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 ................ 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School ... Morning Worship Evening Worship Wednesday Family Night Service . .9:45 a.m. .... 11 a.m. .6 p.m. 6:45 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 Phone (616) 963-7710 REV ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School Sunday: A.M. Worship PM. Worship Wednesday Evening Worship 9:45 a m 11 am 6 p.m REV ALAN METTLER 7 p.m 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ot Nashville) Sunday School....................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service....................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service .............................. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Youth Groups. Bible Study and many other activities 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service Sunday School........ A.M. Service........... P.M. Service ............ Wed. Service ......... .9:30a.m . . .10 a.m. 10:30a.m. 10:50a.m. Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday AM. Worship ........................ 10:30 a.m Evening Worship 6pm Wednesday Evening al 7 p.m : Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ..... 9:45 a.m. .................... 11 ........... 7 p.m. ............ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship................................. 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE • (517)852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School .Worship ... 0 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School ... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .......... 11:00 am Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used lor all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass.................... .9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18,2001 — Page 3 Nashville Village Council tables transfer station payment proposal by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville police get bullet proof vests The Nashville Police Department recently got in their new bullet proof vests, part of which was paid for by a grant. Here officers Bill Gutschke and Jeff Miller show one of the new vests the officers will wear on duty. A proposal to pay Maple Grove and Castleton town­ ships $1,500 toward local transfer recycle station costs was tabled at the Nashville Village Council meeting last Thursday. Councilman Steve Wheeler asked that it be taken off for further con­ sideration and said that he had been in contact with the supervisors of the townships on the matter. Both townships have re­ quested the payment, say­ ing that they have each contributed $1,500 more to the station than the village in the past several years. "That is an obligation that we do owe," said 14-year-old Nashville boy found with gun ikilfcu l fcu TWit TWfiiitl I k l.»uJWj JW 7*® ^Gt alfe^ ^Gt- j A 14-year-old Nashville area teen was lodged in the Allegan County Juve­ nile Detention Center Sept. 5 after he was found with a short barreled shot­ gun in the Thornapple Lake Estates trailer park in Castleton Township, ac- »! K» fi - ■W i afe. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 6pm $5.00 Students A Late Show Fri 4 Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes tMW ’■AU ' DIGITAL STEREO Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View cording to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Troopers were in the mobile home park investi­ gating an unrelated assault when they were told that a juvenile was in possession of a sawed off shotgun. Two 15-year-old boys and the 14-year-old were located walking along Charlton Park Road. The two 15-year-olds were re­ turned to their parents, said Sgt. Jim Richardson. "The' complainant said he heard through the grapevine that the boys wanted to harm him and they had had a sawed off shotgun," said Richardson, "and that it might be hid­ den in the woods." The weapon instead was found when one of the 15year-olds told a trooper that the gun was at his home. "The trooper was al­ lowed in on a consent search and the juvenile led him to where the gun was," said Richardson. "The trooper confiscated a short barreled shotgun, two shells, one slug and one bird shot." Richardson said the gun was a 12-gauge, pistol grip type shotgun, was not loaded and that the serial number had been scratched off so that it was unreadable. "They said he got it from someone in the Holland area," said Richardson. “We’re trying to see is there are things we can do to improve the efficien­ cy and maybe add more townships to it... we are going to look into winter office hours and look into the issue of cleaning it up.” - Councilman Ralph Kirk council man Frank Dun­ ham. "That remains to be seen," said Steve Wheeler. During committee reports, Councilman Ralph Kirk said ideas were being discussed at the station meetings on how to run the station more effectively and get it cleaned up. "We're trying to see if there are things to improve the efficiency and maybe add more townships to it... we are going to look into winter office hours and look into the issue of cleaning it up." Dunham said he would like to see safety measures such as a phone installed there, a first aid kit, leather gloves for the workers, a fire extinguisher and safety glasses. In other business at the meeting the council: * Heard from resident Shawnda Meade who is a landlord and is wondering about high water bills. The council said they would look into it further. • Heard from resident Ron Ohler who said he is concerned about Putnam Street being made smaller by the bank construction on Main Street. Council said they would look into it further. • Approved the appoint­ ment of Leona Greenfield for the Planning Commis­ sion. • Granted a homecoming parade permit to Maple Valley High School Oct. 5. • Adopted a water rate ordinance, of which is fully published in the Maple Valley News. • Heard from Police Chief Gary Barnes that there will be a hay ride on Saturday Oct. 13 from 7 to 11 p.m. for all kids and parents. They will start and finish from the VFW. PERSONAL INJURY Auto Accidents • Work Related Injuries Wrongful Death Free Consultation sTNo rs 1-616-945-3512 Tailoring w to serveyour charitable interests andfinancial goals EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM Sept. 22 & 23 RUGRATS IN PARIS (G) SHOWTIMES 9/18 - 9/20 0 (R) DIGITAl/STAOtUM SEATING 1:15, 3:10, 5:00, 7:00, 9:15 CAPTAIN CORRELI'S MANDOLIN (R) 1:35, 4:00, 6:40, 9:05 AMERICAN PIE 2 (R) 1:10, 3:15, 5:20, 7:30, 9:35 THE OTHERS (PG-13) OIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATING flie 9*“® H . 1:05, 3:10. 5:15, 7:20, 9:30 a#* tfl» !«l* Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad <• Hastings 4*mv* H 1 110 8 www.gqti.com 1 1 A 12-year-old Nashville boy was taken into custody by the Nashville Police Department at Maple Val­ ley Alternative Education at Kellogg Elementary School last Thursday for beating a cat with his skateboard, Police Chief Gary Barnes said. The boy initially was charged with cruelty to an­ imals, and turned over to juvenile authorities. Barnes said that he be­ lieves the prosecutor au­ thorized a four-year felony id' in •*5* •*5*; CdSIF1’- ’ U«w n-j|i’ Nashville VFW 8260 TACO II Local boy held on animal cruelty charge CiNNeR Z/6 Friday, Sept. 21 - 5:30 - 7:00 pm ALL-VOV-CAN-EAT ., fl<r ’ ZX Adults ~ s5.00 • Children under 12 ~ s2.50 against the boy. The incident occurred just after 9 a.m. on school grounds. "The cat was assaulted with a skateboard and was taken to a vet in Ver­ montville and released. The cat was given medica­ tion to prevent and reduce brain swelling and suffered injuries." Burglary reported in Nashville home Unknown burglars re­ portedly broke into a home in the 200 block of South State Street in Nashville Sept. 7 while the owner was away on a Ashing trip, according to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Troopers helped the Nashville Police Department to investigate the break-in in which unknown subjects broke a kitchen window to get inside the home. Taken from the home were 240 prescription OxyContin pills - and a Sony-Playstation The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specif­ ic area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geographical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the char­ itable organizations and causes to be con­ sidered for grants. They can be estab­ lished in two forms: Non-Endawed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Designated Funds Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foun­ dation as the beneficiary ofyour IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community founda­ tion in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys public charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life ofyour community. RO. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 615-945-0526 • Fax: 616-94M536 Emall-.bcf@wnis.net Website: www.barrycf.org �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18, 2001 - Page 4 Vermontville church youth help build house in Mexico These children are standing in line for a bath while Muriel Wieland entertains them with bubbles. The construction of the house in Tijuana. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC. Eiccavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ A group of young people from Vermontville Bible Church has a very different answer to that annual question, "What did you do on your summer vaca­ tion?" Fifteen people from the church, including 11 members of the youth group, went to Tijuana, Mexico, on a mission trip at the end of July. The purpose was to build a house in a poor section of Tijuana for a particular family. A service day also was planned, which in­ cluded ministering to the people of Tijuana in variFinished! The youth missions team from Vermontville Bible Church, the family that will occupy the house and some of the neighborhood children. Team members include Muriel Wieland, Ashley Yager, Justyn Yager, Brandon Ort, Ben Smith, Rusty Harris, Caleb Yager, Lena Gale, Mike Baker, Lisa Curtis, Dawn Yager, Ashley Ort, Steve Yager, Jan Curtis and Pastor Les Anderson. 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 ous ways. And there was a little fun built in. Each team member had to raise financial support for the trip. This involved writing letters to friends and relatives and waiting in faith, believing that if the Lord wanted .someone to go on the trip, He would provide the means. Ver­ montville Bible Church also contributed a large portion of the support through special offerings designated for the trip. A portion of the support the teens raised was to pay for the materials to build the house. The "house" turned out to be a one-room 16 x 12foot wood frame structure with no floor. There is a doorway (no door) and a spot to install a window. The lot is just barely big­ ger than the house. Old tires provide steps and a retaining wall up to the house. In front of the house, parts on an old car provide playground equip­ ment for area children. A hill behind the house rises almost vertically to the next tier of houses. A fam­ ily of three will live in this one-room house. The site is in an area known as "Lagunai" (lagoon) because when it rains the valley fills with water. In contrast to the Ameri­ can way of doing things (work first, .play later),.the team was encouraged to stop working on the house to play with the local chil­ dren whenever the oppor­ tunity arose. And the op­ portunity did arise! Several Mexican children came every day. They helped move lumber and enjoyed playing with Frisbees and balls. They liked to share the drinking water but soon discovered that they pre­ ferred Gatorade! They loved to get their picture taken and particularly en­ joyed watch-ing them­ selves when the video was played back. The family who will be living in the new house provided meals for the team on two occasions. The team members re­ ported that the food was delicious, but the most impressive thing was the generosity of a very poor family sharing what they did have. "Building the house was rewarding, but getting to know the children was bet­ ter," a church spokes-per­ son said. "Leaving was particularly difficult when the house was finished. Friendships had been forged despite the barriers of language and culture. A smile and a hug say the same thing in any lan­ guage." The service day was spent at a location called "Devil's Canyon." Gangs and drugs are prevalent in this area and, for their safety, the visiting group members were educated Continued next page Nashville VFW Dinner & Dance Saturday, Sept. 29 Dale’s T3T3-GI. RJbs Complete dinner, salad, dessert 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Adults - $8 Children 5-12 yrs. - $4 { Can call for reservations after n p.m. 517-852-9260 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18, 2001 - Page 5 Chester Gospel planning concert The Chester Gospel Church will have a musical concert, featuring Paul Fleming, at 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 24. Fleming is a singcr/songwritcr, originally from St. Maarten in the Caribbean, but is a resident of Michigan. He has traveled with his music in many dif- ferent countries, including the Caribbean, Ireland, and United Kingdom. Chester Gospel Church is on Vermontville Highway, near the comer of Chester Road. For further informa­ tion, call the church at 517­ 543-5488. For Rent NationalAds Card ofThanks Help Wanted 2 BEDROOM farm house in country, (517)852-9386. ADDMISSIONS/CLERICAL (HOSPITAL)-To 10.58/hr + great benefits! General office duties! Need­ ed Now! (616)949-2424 Job­ line Fee. THE FAMILY OF Bill Joppie wishes to express their most sincere thanks to all the family and friends who brought food, and sent flowers. Also to all those who phoned in our time of sorrow. A special thanks to Dr. Sobong and the 3rd Floor Che­ mo Nurses at Pennock, all the pall bearers who showed their love for Bill by taking part in his service. Thank you all. The Bill Joppie family DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Mobile Homes Vermontville senior citizens meet Sept. 19 The monthly meeting of the Vermontville Senior Citizens will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednes­ day, Sept. 19, at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. All local young at heart seniors are invited to at­ tend and are asked to bring a plate to pass for the potluck lunch. For more information, call Hildred Peabody at 726-0574. From previous page on how to dress, how to act, and what not to do while they were there. Some of the services in­ cluded bathing children (who, at most, get one bath every three weeks), combing and styling hair (and looking out for head lice), painting finger nails, making snow cones and cotton candy for the chil­ dren to enjoy, and super­ vising games. People of all ages were given a chance to participate in games in order to win tickets with which to purchase food and clothing Fun included a visit to "El Rcvolucion," the tourist shopping district. No price tags here! When you find an item you want, you ask how much. The merchant will quote a ridiculously high price. You counter-offer with a ridiculously low price. He lowers his price. You raise yours. This continues until you either leave in frustra­ tion (a ploy to get a still lower price) or the two of you agree on a price and the transaction is made. "If you go to el revolu­ tion. take a lot of small bills, keep your hand on your wallet at all times and never let anyone see how much is in it." the spokesperson said. The missions trip was organized through Spec­ trum Ministries, a San Diego, Calif.-based church group that goes into Ti­ juana twice every week to provide practical- services to the Mexican people; Spectrum also ministers to the spiritual aspect of the people. They work in or­ phanages and children's jails. There is a youth min­ istry and an AWANA club. Spectrum’s ministry is summed up by one of the Mexican-born ministry workers, "The house is just a shelter. What the people really need is the message of Jesus' love." In other words, Spectrum ministers to the whole per­ son. The youth came away with a different perspec­ tive on America's materi­ alistic society. "Before the trip they might have fussed because they didn't have the latest styles in their closets," the spokesperson said. "After spending a week playing with children whose toys include rocks and junked cars, things don't look so bad at home. "There were many comments about 'when we go next year...' Clearly this was an experience this group will never forget and one that many of them wish to repeat." Paying too much for car insurance? Get affordable coverage from State Farm. See me to find out why State Farm insures one out of every five cars on the road today. A.M. Best Private Passenger Automobile Market Share by % of Direct Premium STATE FARM Allstate Farmers Nationwide USAA ' Source: Best's Review, PropertylCasualty Edition, July 1998. CA.M. Best Company, 1998. Used by permission. Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, Ml 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Slule Form Mutual Automobile Insurance Company (nol in NJ) Stale Farm Indemnity Company (NJ) • Home Offices Bloomington, Illinois www.sloleloim.com FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell ■ homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 NEW HOMES STARTING AT $22,900. Payments can be as low at $199 W.A.C. Call New Tradition Homes at 1­ 616-945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900.____________________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 $250 A MONTH: 3 bed­ rooms, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes 1-616-945-0000 or 1­ 888-538-8900. .35, DEALERSHIPS IN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN: We have over 500 lot models we need to move. All of them to be sold at cost. Save thousands!!! Call for details 1-888-538-8900. This is no gimmick. ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. _____________ GET MORE NEWS! Sub­ scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Phone: (616)945-9554. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.*' Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- Co 945-9554 ioplace your ad in the Maple Valley News today! APPRENTICE/ELECTRICIAN-to $18/hr + benefits! Trainee/skilled! Major Co. Needed now! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. GENERAL FACTORY HELP-Inspectors /packersTo 15/hr + benefits. (2) shifts. Major plant. May re­ quire drug test. (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. LOCAL ROUTE DRIVER (Botteling Co.)-To 14.42/hr + great benefits! Entry level. Training provided. Start now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. MAINTENANCE/HANDYMAN-To 16/hr + benefits. Major Co. Trained/skilled. Light/repairs. Start Now! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. Business Services HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 MECHANIC TO REPAIR Semi Trailers. Must have own hand tools and trans­ portation. Send resume to: Ad #182, c/o The Reminder, PO Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058 IMMEDIATE POSSESSION ...of this nine-year-old beautifully land­ scaped three-bedroom, one-bath home on huge lot in Vermontville. Full length walkout basement. All appliances included, plus central air, garbage disposal. Beautiful tongue and groove wood in living room. 380 Elm Street. Can 517-852-2530. $94,900. VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Council Member Wheeler, supported by Council Member Kirk, moved the adoption of the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 9-13-01 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 1, ORDINANCE NO. 72, ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING RATES, CHARGES AND RULES FOR THE USE, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE OF THE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM OF THE VIL­ LAGE OF NASHVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN” THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment of Section 1, Ordinance No. 72. That Section 1, Ordinance No. 72 is amended to read in its entirety as follows: SECTION 1. The following monthly rates, fees and charges for the use of and serv­ ices provided by the Village’s water supply system are hereby established: A. Commodity Charge: $2.25/1,000 gallons Beginning in 2003, the commodity charge provided for herein shall be adjusted annually with the prior approval of the Village Council, with the adjusted rate to become effective the month following council approval. The adjustment shall reflect the increase or decrease in the Consumer Price Index (Detroit Department of Labor) for the preceding calendar year. B. Readiness-to-Serve (RTS) and Capital Improvement Fund Charges: Meter Size of Meter Equivalency 1.0 5/8" or 3/4" 1.4 1" I. 8 1 1/2" 2" 2.9 II. 0 3" 4" 14.0 21.0 6" 8” 29.0 Proposed RTSr Monthly Charge $13.50 $18.90 $24.30 $39.15 $148.50 $189.00 $283.50 $391.50 Proposed Capital Improvement Charge $4.00 $5.60 $7.20 $11.60 $44.00 $56.00 $84.00 $116.00 Total Monthly RTS Charge $17.50 $24.50 $31.50 $50.75 $192.50 $245.00 $367.50 $507.50 C. Hydrant Rental: $125.00/per hydrant/per year. D. Turn Off/On Charges: A charge of $15.00 shall be imposed by the Village in response to a request to turn on or off water services; provided, however, that if such services are provided other than during normal business hours of the Village in response to a request, the charge shall be time and materials multiplied by 1.10. E. Special Rates: Water supplied from a Village hydrant shall be charged at the nor­ mal commodity charge for water and sanitary sewer service multiplied by 2. Use of a Village hydrant to draw water shall only be permitted with the prior written approval of the Village and shall be subject to any terms or conditions imposed with respect to the approval. Any violation of this subsection shall be a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500, 90 days in jail and the reasonable costs of prosecution. SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. PASSED and adopted by the Village of Nashville, Michigan, on the 13th day of September 2001. YEAS: Frank Dunham, Ralph Kirk, Ed Sheldon, Steve Wheeler, Dan Kellogg, Karen Betts, Carroll Wolff. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Ordinance No. 9-13-01 adopted. Carroll Wolff, President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, the Clerk for the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, here­ by certify that the foregoing is a true and accurate copy of an ordinance adopted by the village council of the Village of Nashville at a regular meeting held on September 13, 2001. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 18, 2001 - Page 6 Vermontville Jr. Farmers win awards at Eaton fair The Eaton County Fair finished up in late summer with good results from the Vermontville Jr. Farmers, say local 4-H leaders. Results include: Swine classes:, Matt Root, ninth place show­ manship, fifth place pen, ninth individual hog. Dusty Cowell ninth place show­ manship, place pen and individual hog. Poultry: Showmanship, Beth Mulvany, first, Christopher Eldred fifth, Kyndra Root, first, Katie Eldred second, Pat Mulvany third, Katie Waldron fourth, Jeff Rumsey sev­ enth, Greg Waldron first, Eric Andreau second, Emily Eldred first, Kaleb Root, second, Chris Rum- MAPLE VALLEY Real 227Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE sey, fourth. Kyndra Root, Reserve Champion Male Bird, Kaleb Root, Reserve Champion Guine, Katie Eldred, Grand Champion Large Fowl Breeder Pen, Chris Rumsey, Grand Champion Female Ban­ tam, Jeff Rumsey, Reserve Champion Female Ban­ tam. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Rumsey, and Chris Rumsey. MLS Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES’ Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).................................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)...................................................................................... 852-5066 OPEN HOUSE Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central Fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring fir cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info." Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement. Fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". (CH-127) Sun., Sept. 23rd 2 to 4 p.m. 1425 Hammond Rd., Hastings Priced to buy.., $269,900 Your Host... Jerry Reese Virtual Tbur www.realtor.com IN NASHVILLE. NICE LARGE LOT Great for nat*«Jmvers, 2 story, bath home, ^mSffumwOod floors fie trim. ' Call Homer for appointment to see or more "info". (H-139) Beef Winners (left to right) Brandon Montgomery, Brett Smith, Bryan Smith, Tommy Griffen, (front, left) James Hillard, Jessica Cowell, and Justin Roll. IN THE COUNTRY ON 10 ACRES 4 bedroom, sets high with "country view" lots of room for the family. Large bam on the property. East of Vermontville on main road. Call Hyle. (CH-129) NEW LISTING IN NASHVILLE 2 bedroom ranch retiremen or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (H-147) ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms. Fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. 3 of 1-96, 1 172 miles off M-66. (CH-126) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACK­ TOP ROAD Hees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just. off M-79. Call Homer for more details.....................(VL-138) ON M-66 BETWEEN BATTLE CREEK fit NASHVILLE ON 3 ACRES "Country Home" 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch home with full basement fir 2 car garage. Priced to buy atjust $85,0001! Call Hyle today. (CH-146) Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, -walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must seel! (CH-141) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 6 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED 8e DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seed­ ed to alfalfa hay fir are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!!. (VL-134-137) CHOICE OF 5 BUILDING PARCELS(CONTRACT TERMS) PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED! Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed, surveyed fir have driveway permits. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Small town grocery featuring PRICE $67,9001! "full service" meat counter. 3 NEW bedroom, 1 bath home on Owners are too busy to keep mature city lot in up with growing business. If Vermontville. Pole barn you want to be your own boss w/cement fllor. Won't last at here is your opportunity!! Call this price! Hyle for private Call Hyle today, (V-142) showing (V-144) Chicken winners: (back row, from left) Beth Mulvany, Katie Waldron, Katie Eldred, Christopher Eldred, Greg Waldron, Pat Mulvany, Jeff Rumsey, (front, left) Kaleb Root, Emily Eldred, Eric Andreau, Kyndra Root, and Chris Rumsey. Sweep-stake Winners, Kyndra Root, Grand Champion Showman over­ all, Beth Mulvany, Re­ serve Champion Showman overall, and Emily Eldred Sweepstakes runner up. Rabbits showmanship winners: Beth Mulvany first, Sami Mater third, Pat Mulvany fourth, Dan Laverty first, Bradley Laverty second. Beth Mulvany, Reserve Champion Showman overall, Dan Laverty, Sweepstakes run­ ner up, Sami Mater, Best of Breed and Best Oppo­ site- Rex, Beth Mulvany, Best of Breed- Netherland Dwarf, Bradley Laverty­ Best of Breed- Dwarf Hotot. Goat winners: Show­ manship, Jeff Rumsey, fourth, Sammy Hodack, fourth, Chris Rumsey first, Bradley Laverty, second, Jessica Cowell, first Grand Champion, Sammy Cow­ ell, second place. Breed Class: Jeff Rum- sey, fourth Mature Doe, Sam Hodack third Mature Doe and Doe Kids, Chris Rumsey fourth Heather Champion, Bradley Laverty, first Heather Champion, Jessica CowContinued next page Vermontville Township is accept­ ing bids for a 1962 Ford F750 pumper. Please direct any ques­ tions to Monte O’Dell at 517-726­ 1444 during regular business hours. Bids must be submitted by 5 p.m. on September 27, 2001, and will be opened at the regular township meeting on September 27 at 7 p.m. Send sealed bids to: Pumper Bids c/o 5150 Round Lake Rd. Vermontville, Ml 49096 109 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18,2001 - Page 7 Sheep winners, (from left, back row) Tyler Franks, Sarah Buckmaster, Bradley Laverty, Dale Laverty, Emily Eldred, Matt Siple, and Jessica Roll, (front row, left) Sammy Mater, Joshua Norton, Danny Laverty, Mathew Norton, Christopher Eldred, and Katie Eldred. From previous page ell, first Doe Kids, second Doe Kids, first mature heather, second mature heather, first Dam and Daughter, Grand Cham­ pion Dugmy Doc. Bradley Laverty, first Weather Champion, Sammy Cowell first Yearling Doe, Re­ serve Champion Doc, sec­ ond Dam and Daughter. Trash Barrel Decoration, Michael Paisley, first place. Veal: Sammy Cowell, first place Showman, Grand Champion Show­ man, Grand Champion Veal, Michael Paisley, first Showman, Reserve Grand Champion Show­ fourth Showmanship, fifth man, third veal. Light Lightweight Feeder, Beef: Jessica Cowell, Tommy Griffin, seventh fifth Showmanship, fourth Showmanship, first Breed, fifth Breed, Bryan Lightweight Feeder. Smith, fifth Showmanship, Sheep: Showmanship fifth Breed, fifth Breed, Jessica Roll, fifth, Matt second Rate of grain at Norton, fifth, Katie Eldred 3.642/day, Justin Roll .second, Dan Laverty ninth Showmanship, fifth fourth, Josh Norton, second, Emily Eldred, first, Light Middleweight Steer. James Hillard, eighth Tyler Franks, fourth, Emily Franks third, Matt Siple, Showmanship, fifth Breed, seventh rate of grain, Bret second, Bradley Laverty Smith, fourth Showman­ second. Emily Eldred, Grand ship, fifth Heavyweight Steer, Sammy Cowell, Champion Jr. Showman, second Showmanship, Tyler Franks, first Light fourth Dairy Steer Market, Lightweight Lamb, Matt third Middle eighth rate of grain at 2.2, Siple, Brandon Montgomery, Lightweight Lamb, Josh Sammy Cowell with her second place showmanship ribbon for dairy steer. Norton, fifth Middle Lightweight Lamb, Emily Franks, fourth Heavy Continued next page Mike Paisley and Sammy Cowell with their veal awards. localcounties.co Belli ’ailluHW^1® jraRoo(aiKlCI®M k * J ds. Chns (W* Beata fepW Iocalcounties.com features information from Hastings and the surrounding communities, providing a window to the web to find virtually anything in Barry County. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18,2001 - Page 8 Continued from previous page Lightweight Lamb and Light Middleweight Lamb, Bradley Laverty, third and fifth, Heavy Lightweight Lamb, Jessica Roll, fifth Middle Middleweight Lamb, Tyler Franks, fifth Middle Middleweight Lamb, Katie Eldred, fifth Middle Middleweight Lamb, Matt Norton, fourth Light Heavyweight Lamb, and Katie Eldred fifth and second, and Josh Norton ninth in that category also. In the Middle Heavy­ weight Lamb- Danny Laverty fourth, Katie El­ dred fifth, and Emily El­ dred, third. In the Heavy Weavyweight category- Josh Nor­ ton third, Matt Norton third, and Jessica Roll seventh. Dan Laverty eighth Extra Heavyweight Lamb. In the Pens category: Tyler Franks, first, Emily Franks second, Matt Siple, fourth, Bradley Laverty, 10th, Emily Eldred, eighth, Katie Eldred, fifth, Josh Norton, 11th, Matt Norton third, Jessica Roll fourth, and Dan Laverty eighth. Breed: Sami Mater first Ram and second Ewe. Carcass Class Lambs: Jessica Roll, seventh, Christopher Eldred eighth, Matt Norton 11th. Jr. Livestock Judging, Cody Montgomery, 10th Beef, Eric Andreau lfourth Beef, fifth Swine, ninth Sheep, and 13th overall, Katie Eldred, fifth Beef, first Swine, 12th Sheep, and ninth overall, Emily Eldred, seventh Beef, fourth Swine, eighth Sheep, and 10th overall, and Cody Montgomery, eighth Sheep and third Swine, and 12th overall. Senior Livestock Judg- Maplewood playground dedicated at ceremony Principal Frsd Davenport, Maple wood principal, dedicates the Maplewood playground to all those who donated time and money towards the project. Hog winners Dusty Cowell and Matt Root. ing: Tom Griffin, fifth Beef, ninth Sheep, and fifth Swine, Brandon Montgomery, eighth Beef, eighth Sheep, and ninth Swine, Christopher Eldred ninth Beef, fifth sheep, and fifth Swine, and Tom Griffin, ninth Sheep, and fifth Swine. Non Livestock Judging: Top Ten awards went to: Joshua Norton for wood­ working, Heather Ruffner for Electical Science, Hillary Ruffner for breads, Beth Mulvany, Early American Food, breads, and canning, Emily Eldred for photography, Katie El- dred for photography, and Cody Montgomery for Nascar Collection. Judges Choice: Hillary Ruffner for padded photo album, Beth Mulvany, personal cards and station­ ary, and canned meat, and Autumn Pierce for Pastel Drawing. Outstanding Canning Award and a Golden State Fair Ribbon went to Beth Mulvaney for canned meat. She also won Hon­ orable Mention for her meat and fourth place for honey jelly at the State Fair Competion in the canning division. The P.T.O. had a booth with food samples from their catalog items they will be selling this fall. IT’S OUR BIRTHDAY, BUT YOU GET THE PRESENT 30-M0NTH STEP-UP CD INTRODUCING OUR NEW BIRTHDAY CD Thanks to you, Hastings City Bank is celebrating its 115"’ Birthday. And our new Birthday CD is our way of showing just how highly you rate with us. Every six months, your rate is guaranteed to increase for an annual percentage yield of 5.05% for the entire 30-month term. It has been several years ground was being donated in the making, but last to everyone who helped. Thursday, the Maplewood "We still have a few Elementary School play­ things to finish... we need ground was nearly com­ to pour asphalt and next pleted and dedicated to year you will see a soccer those who made it happen. and football field here." "For those of you that "We deeply appreciate saw what the playground all your help with this, looked like a year ago anyone is welcome to know how far we have come down at recess and come," said Principal Fred see how much the kids Davenport. "A lot of love it." teachers, parents and peo­ After the dedication, ple have made this hap­ parents and families toured pen." the school for a "meet the . Two students from the teacher" open house. PALS group (a student Parents visited their leadership team) gave a children's classrooms and presentation on the play­ looked over art displays in ground. the hallway. Jed Wieland and The Maple Valley PTO Samantha Joseph named had a booth at the open the people and the compa­ house displaying items and nies who helped turn the food from a catalog, which new playground into a re­ will go home with students ality. to kick off their fall fund­ Davenport said the play- raiser. More photos on next page So hurry in today. We’ve been around for 115 years. But this CD rate won’t be. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 MEMBER FDIC Rate is effective as of July 17,2001, and may change without notice. Annual percentage yield reflects quarterly compounding A 81,000 minimum initial deposit required. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today ~ We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon 1-888-945-9557 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18,2001 - Page 9 PHOTO Center Get your special summer photos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT rD O335MM U5BMLMEOORPR RAPS AIPNSTS DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional Jed Weiland and Samantha Joseph talk to the crowd at Maplewood's playground dedication last Thursday. 99‘ HQ\N ONLY... with original processing j k. 4x6 prints only J panoramic APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net We can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives , Families tour the hall ways at Maplewood and take in art displays at the open house last Thursday. Commission on Aging menu & event schedule Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, Sept. 19 Breaded fish fillet, augratin potatoes, glazed car­ rots, dinner roll, cake. Call 945-9554 for classifieds Thursday, Sept 20 Chicken parmesan, Italian blend, spinach, noodles, lemon bars. Friday, Sept. 21 Roast beef w/gravy, pars­ ley potatoes, squash, dinner roll, fresh orange. Monday, Sept. 24 Shredded chicken BBQ, country potatoes, cole slaw, bakery bun, cherry crisp. Tuesday, Sept. 25 Taco meat, tortilla, Scouting is fun for everyone! Comejoin In monthly, weekly meetings. Badges, pizza parties and much, much more. sign UP SEPT. 25 • 5-6 PM at the Opera House Southwestern blend, refried beans, tropical fruit. Lite Menu Wednesday, Sept 19 Chicken pasta salad, com O’Brian, fruited jello. Thursday, Sept 20 Homemade egg salad, broccoli raisin salad, pineapple, dinner roll. Friday, Sept* 21 Turkey w/Swiss, cucum­ ber salad, mandarin oranges, ww bread. Monday, Sept 24 California Reuben spread, carrot raisin salad, fruited jello, rye krisps. Tuesday, Sept. 25 . Wing dings, cole slaw, tropical fruit, dinner roll. Events Wednesday, Sept. 19 Hastings, crafts/nails; Nash­ ville, social day; Woodland, Legal Aid 11:30-1:00, Medicare. Thursday, Sept. 20 - Hast­ ings, Sale; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swimming. Friday, Sept. 21 Hastings, sale, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, Sept. 24 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, 5x11; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Sept. 25 Hastings, puzzle day; Nashville, puzzle day. and Super Poster Size Prints! rints! Rubber Stamps SelHnWn 0,, Mal?®®rder , Check our prices.___. Business Cards Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $4I Qv50 as low as 250 1-color NOWAVAILABLE! 1 COLOR TO 4 COLOR 43” WIDE X NECESSARY Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays & more! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 jp the g w earn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 ---------------------------------- • • • �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18, 2001 - Page 10 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BOND RESOLUTION to issue Not to Exceed $2,000,000 WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DWRF REVENUE BONDS , SERIES 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds) Adopted: August 30, 2001 Village Council Village of Nashville VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN RESOLUTION NO. 8-30-01 A RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE PURCHASE, ACQUISITION AND CON­ STRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TO THE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN: TO AUTHO­ RIZE THE ISSUANCE OF WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DWRF REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2001 PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ACT 94 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1933, AS AMENDED; TO FINANCE THE COST THERE­ OF; TO PRESCRIBE THE FORM OF BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE COLLEC­ TION OF REVENUES FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING THE PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE PAYMENT AND SECURITY OF THE BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE HOLDERS OF THE BONDS IN ENFORCEMENT THEREOF AND OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE TO THE BONDS AND THE SYSTEM AND FOR THE USE THEREOF FOR THE PRESERVATION OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH,'SAFETY AND WELFARE. Minutes of a regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, held at the Village Hall, 206 North Main Street, Nashville, Michigan 49073 on August 23, 2001, at 7:00 p.m., local time. PRESENT: Kirk, Dunham, Betts, Wheeler, Sheldon, Kellogg, Wolff. ABSENT: None. The following resolution was offered by Councilmember Wheeler and supported by Councilmember Kirk. WHEREAS, the Village of Nashville, by Resolution 1-22-98 has previously issued its Water Supply System Refunding Bonds in the initial aggregate principal amount of $215,000; and WHEREAS, it is the determination of the Village Council of the Village of Nashville that it is necessary to acquire and construct certain improvements to the Water Supply System in accordance with plans and specifications prepared by Fleis & Vandenbrink Engineering, Inc., the estimated cost of which is $2,885,000. WHEREAS, the following resolution, prepared by Law, Weathers & Richardson, P.C., Bond Counsel, was presented to the Village Council providing for financing the purchase, acquisition and construction of the improvements. The public improve­ ments shall be financed in part by a grant from the United States of America and revenue bonds issued to the United States'of America in the amount of not to exceed $1,000,000, and the balance shall be financed by the issuance of revenue bonds or other evidences of indebtedness in the amount of not to exceed $2,000,000 for a period of twenty (20) years, pursuant to Act 94 of the Public Acts of 1933, as amend­ ed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY Resolved as follows: 1. Definitions: Whenever used in this Bond Resolution or in the bonds to be issue hereunder, except when otherwise indicated by context, the following definitions shall apply: (a) "Act" means Act 94 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1933, as amended, some­ times referred to as the Revenue Bond Act. (b) "Authorized Officer" means the Village President, Clerk and Treasurer or any one of them acting alone. (c) "Bonds," “Bond" or "bonds" mean the Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds) authorized and issued pursuant to the Act and this Bond Resolution. (d) "Bond Authority" or "Authority" means the Michigan Municipal Bond Authority created and established pursuant to Act 227 of the Public Acts of Michigan, 1985, as amended, entitled the Shared Credit Rating Act, the purchaser of the Bonds. (e) "Bond Resolution" means this resolution and all amendments hereto. (f) "Code" means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder. (g) “Net Revenues" shall have the same meaning as defined in Section 3 of the Act. (h) "Prior Bonds" means the Water Supply System Refunding Bonds, Series 1998, dated March 1,1998. (i) “Prior Resolution" means Resolution 1-22-98 adopted by the Village Council of the Village on January 22, 1998. (j) "Public Improvements" means the improvements to the Village's Water Supply System authorized to be acquired and constructed pursuant to this Bond Resolution. (k) "Revenues" shall have the same meaning as defined in Section 3 of the Act and shall include all earnings on investment of funds of the System and all other rev­ enues derived from or pledged to operation of the System. (l) "USA Bonds" means the Water Supply System USA Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 issued to the United States of America in the principal amount of not to exceed $1,000,000, which will be authorized by separate resolution and issued to fund the balance of the Public Improvements. (m) "Village" means the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. (n) "Village Council" means the Village Council of the Village, the legislative and governing body thereof. (o) "Water Supply System: or "System" means the complete Water Supply System of the Village, including collection, distribution and treatment facilities and all appur­ tenances thereto now owned by the Village and acquired pursuant to this Bond Resolution and all extensions and improvements thereto hereafter made. 2.Necessity: Description of Project. It is hereby determined to be necessary for the public health, safety, and welfare of the Village to acquire and construct the public improvements to the Water Supply System, in accordance with detailed maps, plans and specifications therefor prepared by Fleis & Vandenbrink Engineering, Inc. 3. Estimated Cost: Period of Usefulness. The cost of the public improvements has been preliminarily estimated by the engineers to be $2,885,000, including the pay­ ment of incidental expenses as specified in Section 4 of this Bond Resolution, which estimate of cost is hereby approved and confirmed, and the period of usefulness of the public improvements is estimated to be greater than thirty (30) years. 4. Issuance of Bonds, top defray a portion of the cost of acquiring and construct­ ing the public improvements, including the payment of legal, engineering, financial and other expenses incident thereto and incident to the issuance and sale of the Bonds, it is hereby determined that the Village shall borrow from the Bond Authority the sum of not to exceed $2,000,000 to be determined by the Authorized Officer at the time of sale, or such lesser amount thereof as shall have been advanced to the Village pursuant to a Purchase Contract between the Village and the Bond Authority and a Supplemental Agreement by and among the Village, the Bond Authority and the State of Michigan acting through the Department of Environmental Quality (the "Contract Documents"), pursuant to the Drinking Water Revolving Fund program, and issue the Bonds pursuant to the provisions of the Act. During the time funds are being drawn down by the Village under the Bond, the Bond Authority will periodically provide the Village a statement showing the amount of principal that has been advanced and the date of each advance, which statement shall constitute prima facie evidence of the reported information; provided that no failure on the part of the Bond Authority to provide such a statement or to reflect a disbursement or the correct amount of a disbursement shall relieve the Village of its obligation to repay the outstanding principal amount actually advanced, all accrued interest thereon, and any other amount payable with respect thereto in accordance (Continued) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18, 2001 — Page 11 with the terms of the Bond. 5- Bond Information. The Bonds authorized to be issued and sold pursuant to the provisions of the Act and this Bond Resolution in the aggregate principal sum of not to exceed $2,000,000, or such other amount as provided above, shall be known as "Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds) , shall be bonds payable primarily out of the net revenues collected by the Village from users of the Water Supply System after provision has been made for the payment of expenses of administration, operation and maintenance; shall be sold and delivered to the Bond Authority; shall be dated the date of delivery to the Bond Authority; and shall be one fully registered manuscript bond. The Bonds shall bear interest at the rate of 2.5% per annum, payable semi-annually on the first day of April and October of each year, commencing April 1,2002, and continuing thereafter until the principal of and interest on the Bonds is fully paid. The Bonds shall mature seri­ ally on the first (1st) day of October of each year in such amounts and in such years as determined on the sale thereof; provided, however, the last annual principal installment shall not be more than forty years from the date of the Bond. Notwithstanding the above, the final amount of any maturity and terms of the Bonds shall be as provided in the Contract Documents and will be finally determined as pro­ vided in Section 29. Principal of and interest on the Bonds shall be paid in lawful money of the United States of America to the person appearing on the Bond registration books as the Registered Owner thereof. Payment of principal on the Bonds shall be made at the principal office of the Paying Agent, defined in Section 7 of this Bond Resolution. Payment of interest on the Bonds shall be made to the Registered Owner at his/her address as it appears on the registration books. 6. Prior Redemption. Bonds issued and sold to the Bond Authority shall be subject to redemption prior to maturity by the Village only with the prior written consent of the Bond Authority and on such terms as may be required by the Bond Authority. 7. Paying Agent and Registration. The Village shall, from time to time, designate and appoint a Paying Agent, which shall also act as transfer agent and bond regis­ trar. In the event of a change in the Paying Agent, notice shall be given in writing, by certified mail, to each- Registered Owner not less than sixty (60) days prior to the next interest payment date. The Paying Agent shall keep the official books for the recordation of the Registered Owners of the Bonds. Registration of the Bonds shall be recorded in the registration books of the Village to be kept by the Paying Agent. Bonds may be transferred only by submitting the same, together with a satisfactory instrument of transfer signed by the Registered Owner or his legal representative duly authorized in writing, to the Paying Agent, after which a new Bond or Bonds shall be issued by the Paying Agent to the trans­ feree (new registered owner) in any denomination, in the same aggregate principal amount as the Bond submitted for transfer. No transfer of Bonds shall be valid unless and until recorded on the bond registration books in accordance with the foregoing. The person in whose name any bond is registered may for all purposes, notwith­ standing any notice to the contrary, be deemed and treated by the Village and the Paying Agent as the absolute owner thereof, and any payment of principal and inter­ est on any Bond to the Registered Owner thereof shall constitute a valid discharge of the Village's liability upon such Bond to the extent of such payment. No Bond shall be transferred less than fifteen (15) days prior to an interest payment date nor after the Bond has been called for redemption. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bond, so long as the Bond Authority is the owner of the Bond, (a) the Bond is payable as to principal, premium, if any, and interest in lawful money of the United States of America at Bank One Trust Company. N.A. or at such other place as shall be designated in writing to the Village by the Bond Authority (the "Authority's Depository"); (b) the Village agrees that it will deposit with the Authority's Depository payments of the principal of, premium, if any, and interest oq the Bond in immediately available funds at least five business days prior to the date on which any such payment is due whether by maturity, redemption or otherwise; and (c) written notice of any redemption of the Bond shall be given by the Village and received by the Authority's Depository at least 40 days prior to the date on which such redemption is to be made. 8. Execution. The Bonds shall be signed by manual or facsimile signatures of the President or the President Pro Tern of the Village and by the Village Clerk or the Deputy Village Clerk, and they are hereby authorized and directed to execute the Bonds for and on behalf of the Village. Upon the execution of the Bonds, the same shall be delivered by the Village Treasurer to the purchaser thereof, at the time of closing as set pursuant to the Contract Documents. 9. Bond Form. The form and tenor of the Bonds shall be substantially as set forth on attached Exhibit A, subject to such changes and additions as may be required by the Bond Authority or made pursuant to Section 29 hereof. 10. Bonds of Equal Standing . The Bonds of this issue shall be subject to the prior lien of the Prior Bonds and shall be of equal standing, as to revenues of the System, with the USA Bonds. 11. Revenue as Security: Pledge of Full Faith and Credit. The Principal of and inter­ est on the Bonds shall be payable from the net revenues derived from the operation of the System, including future improvements, enlargements and extensions there­ of. The net revenues of the System, including future enlargements, improvements, and extensions thereto, are hereby pledged to the payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds. To secure the payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds issued hereunder and on any additional bonds of equal standing which may be issued as provided by the terms of this Resolution, there is hereby created a lien to and in favor of the holders of the Bonds, considered a statutory lien upon the net revenues of the System, including future enlargements, improvements, and exten­ sions thereof, subject only to the prior lien of the Prior Bonds and any bonds of equal standing with Prior Bonds hereafter issued, and of equal standing as to revenues of the system with the USA Bonds. The net revenues so pledged shall be and remain subject to such lien until the payment in full of the principal of and interest on the Bonds. The bonds shall be sold to the Bond Authority. Therefore, pursuant to Section 7(3) of the Act, the Village, by a majority vote of the elected members of the Village Council, hereby pledges its limited tax, full faith and credit to the prompt payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds, which pledge.is subject to the constitu­ tional and statutory limitations on the taxing power of the Village. 12. Rights of Bondholders. The holder or holders of the Bonds representing in the aggregate not less than twenty percent (20%) of the entire issue then outstanding may protect and enforce the statutory lien described above, either at law or in equi­ ty, by suit, action, mandamus, or other proceedings, and enforce and compel the performance of all duties of the officials of the Village, including the fixing of sufficient rates, the collection of revenues, the proper segregation of revenues and the prop­ er application thereof, provided, however, that such statutory lien shall not be con­ strued to give any Registered Owner of any Bond authority to compel the sale of the public improvement, the revenues of which are pledged thereto. If there be any default in the payment of the principal of or interest on any of the Bonds, any court having jurisdiction in any proper action may appoint a receiver to administer and operate the System on behalf of the Village, and under the direction of such court and by and with the approval of such court, to fix and charge rates and collect revenues sufficient to provide for the payment of any Bonds or other obliga­ tions outstanding against the revenues of the System and for the payment of the expenses of operating and maintaining the System and to apply the income and rev­ enues of the System in conformity with the Act and this Bond Resolution. The owners or holders, from time to time, of the Bonds, shall have all the rights and remedies given by law and particularly by the Act, for the collection and enforcement of the Bonds and the security therefor. 13- Management of System. The construction, alteration, repair and management of the System shall be under the supervision and control of the Village Council. The Village may employ such persons in such capacities as it deems advisable to carry on the efficient management and operation of the System. The Village Council may make such rules, orders and regulations as it deems advisable and necessary to assure the efficient management and operation of the System. 14. Supervised Bank Accounts. The Treasurer of the Village shall be custodian of all funds belonging to and/or associated with the System and such funds shall be deposited in a bank or banks, each of which has unimpaired capital and surplus of at least $2,000,000, or which are each a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. 15. Funds. The Village Treasurer is hereby directed to create a construction fund into which the bond proceeds shall be deposited and to continue^he following funds maintained pursuant to the Prior Resolution into which the revenues and income from the system shall be deposited, which accounts shall be maintained, except as otherwise provided, so long as any of the Bonds hereby authorized remain unpaid. (a) Construction Fund. After deducting a sum equal to (1) the amount of any pre­ mium paid by the purchaser of the Bonds, (2) capitalized interest, if any, and (3) accrued interest from the date of the Bonds to the date of delivery thereof, which sums shall be deposited in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, the balance of the proceeds of the Bonds hereby authorized shall be deposited in a fund designat­ ed the Water Supply System Revenue Bonds Construction Fund (the “Construction Fund”). Such moneys shall be used solely for the purpose for which the Bonds were issued. Any unexpended balance in the Construction Fund remaining after completion of the Project herein authorized may be used for such purposes as allowed by law. After completion of the Project and disposition of the remaining bond proceeds, if any, pursuant to the provisions of this Section, the Construction Fund shall be closed. b) Receiving Fund. The gross income and revenue of the System shall be set aside into a fund to be designated the Receiving Fund (the “Receiving Fund”) and moneys so deposited therein as pledged shall be expended and used only in the manner and order as follows; (1) Operation and Maintenance Fund. Prior to the beginning of each fiscal year, the Village Council shall prepare an annual budget of the System for the ensuing fiscal year itemized on the basis of monthly requirements. Out of the revenues in the Receiving Fund, there shall be set aside quarterly and deposited into the Operation and Maintenance Fund a sum sufficient to pay the reasonable and necessary cur­ rent expenses of administering, operating and maintaining the System for the ensu­ ing three months. (2) Outstanding Bond Requirements. After transfer to the Operation and Maintenance Fund required in (1) above, there shall be transferred quarterly from the Receiving Fund, before any other expenditures or transfer therefrom, and deposited in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund created by the Prior Resolution for payment of principal and interest on the Prior Bonds, a sum equal to at least onehalf (1/2) of the amount of the interest due on the next ensuing interest payment date for the Prior Bonds plus not less than one-fourth (1/4) of the principal maturing on the next ensuing principal payment date for the Prior Bonds in each year. If for any reason there is a failure to make such quarterly deposit or for any reason there is a deficiency in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, then an amount equal to the deficiency shall be set aside and deposited in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund from the net revenues in the next succeeding period, which amount shall be in addition to the regular quarterly deposit required during such succeeding period. (3) Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund. After transfer to the Operation and Maintenance Fund and Bond Interest and Redemption Fund required in (1) and (2) above, there shall be transferred quarterly from the Receiving Fund, before any other expenditures or transfer therefrom, and deposited in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund for payment of principal and interest on the Bonds and the USA Bonds, a sum equal to at least one-half (1/2) of the amount of the interest due on the next ensuing interest payment date for the Bonds and the USA Bonds plus not less than one-fourth (1/4) of the principal maturing on the next ensuing principal payment date for the Bonds and the USA Bonds in each year. If for any reason there is a failure to make such quarterly deposit or for any reason there is a deficiency in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, then an amount equal to the deficiency shall be set aside and deposited in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund from the net revenues in the next succeeding period, which amount shall be in addition to the regular quarterly deposit required during such succeeding period. (4) Bond Reserve Account; The Bond Reserve Account established by the Prior Resolution for the Prior Bonds shall be maintained for the benefit of the Prior Bonds. (5) Improvement and Repair Fund. There shall be placed each quarter into the Improvement and Repair Fund, after meeting the foregoing requirements, such sums as the Village Council shall determine to be used for the purpose of acquiring and constructing improvements, additions and extensions to the System and for the (Continued) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 18,2001 — Page 12 purpose of making repairs and replacements to the System. (6) Surplus Moneys. All moneys remaining in the Receiving Fund at the end o any operating year after satisfying the above requirements may be transferred to the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund or Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund and used as authorized in this Bond Resolution or at the option of the Village, transferred to the Improvement and Repair Fund, and used for the purposes for which such Fund was established. Provided, however, that if there should be a deficit in the Operation and Maintenance Fund, the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, the or Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund or the Bond Reserve Account for the Prior Bonds, on account of defaults in setting aside therein the amounts required hereinbefore, then transfers shall be made from the moneys remaining in the Receiving Fund at the end of any operating year to such funds in the priority and order named, to the extent of such deficits. Available surplus moneys may be used to retire any out­ standing obligations of the Village incurred for the construction, expansion or addition to the System including additional bonds, the issuance of which is authorized by this Bond Resolution, or if no other disposition has been provided for, such moneys may be used for such other purpose or purposes as the Village Council may deem to be for the best interest of the Village. 16. Depository and Funds on Hand. Monies in the several funds and accounts established pursuant-to this Bond Resolution, except monies in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund and the proceeds of sale of the Bonds, which shall be deposited in accordance herewith, may be kept in one or more bank accounts at a bank or banks designated by resolution of the Village Council, and if kept in one bank account, the monies shall be allocated on the books and records of the Village in the manner and at the times provided in this Bond Resolution. 17. Investment of Funds. Moneys in the several funds and accounts herein established, including the moneys derived from the proceeds of sale of the Bonds, may be invested in obligations of the United States of America, subject to the limitation provided in the Act, and subject to the applicable limitations imposed by the arbitrage regulations issued pursuant to Section 148 of the Code. In the event such investments are made, the securities representing the same shall be kept on deposit with the bank or trust company having on deposit the fund or funds from which such purchase was made. Income received from such investments shall be credited to the fund from which such investments were made, to the extent such credit would not cause the Bonds to be treated as arbitrage bonds within the meaning of Section 148 of the Code. 18. Rates and Charges. Prior to the issuance of the Bonds, the Village Council shall have established rates and charges for the services of the System in an amount sufficient to pay the expenses of administration and the costs of opera­ tion and maintenance of the System and to provide an amount of revenues ade­ quate for the payment of principal of and interest on the Bonds, debt service, reserve, replacement and improvement requirements and otherwise comply with all requirements and covenants provided herein; provided, however, that the annual net revenues of the System, as defined in Act 94, shall not at any time be less than one hundred twenty percent (120%) of the annual debt serv­ ice on the Prior Bonds and one hundred percent (100%) of the annual debt serv­ ice on the Bonds and the USA Bonds. The rates and charges for all services and facilities rendered by the System shall be reasonable and just, taking into con­ sideration the costs and value of the System and the cost of maintaining, repair­ ing, and operating the same and the amounts necessary for the retirement of all Bonds and accruing interest on all Bonds, and there shall be charged such rates and charges as shall be adequate to meet the requirement of this and the pre­ ceding sections. 19. Lien. The rates and charges for all services furnished by the System to any premises shall be a lien thereon. There is hereby created a lien made a statu­ tory lien by Section 8 of the Act, upon the net revenues pledged to the payment of the principal of and interest upon the Bonds, to and in favor of the holders of the Bonds, which lien shall be a first lien upon such net revenues, except where there exists a prior lien. Pursuant to Section 21 of the Act and this Bond Resolution, the charges for service of the System furnished to any premises are made a hen thereon. Those charges delinquent for six (6) months or more shall be certified by the Village annually on September I of each year to the Village tax assessing officer, who shall enter the same upon the next tax roll against the premises to which the service shall have been rendered, and the charges shall be collected and the lien shall be enforced in the same manner as provided for the collection of taxes assessed upon such roll and the enforcement of the lien therefor. However, in all cases where a tenant is responsible for the payment of the charges and the Village is so notified in writing (including a true copy of any lease), then the charges shall not become a lien against the premises from and after the date of the notice. From and after such notice, no further service shall be rendered to the premises until a cash deposit of not less than one full year’s service shall have been made as security for payment of the charges. 20. No Free Service. No free service shall be furnished by the System to the Village or to any individual, firm or corporation, public or private or to any agency or instrumentality. 21. Covenants. The Village covenants and agrees, so long as any of the Bonds hereby authorized remain unpaid, as follows: (a) That it will punctually perform all duties with reference to the System and comply with applicable State laws and regulations and continually operate and maintain the System in good condition. (b) That it will construct the Project herein provided, in substantial accordance with the plans and specifications hereinbefore referred to, and will have the same in operation at the earliest possible time and that it will not sell, lease, mortgage or in any manner dispose of the System, or any substantial part there­ of until all Bonds payable from the revenues thereof shall have been paid in full or provision has been made for the payment of the Bonds. (c) That it will cause an annual review of rates and charges to be made and based thereon will adjust such rates and charges to provide the amounts required by Section 18 hereof. (d) That it will maintain complete books and records relating to the operation of the System and its financial affairs and will cause such books and records to be audited annually at the end of each fiscal year and an audit report prepared, and furnish any holder of any Bonds a copy of such report upon written request. (e) That it will prepare, keep and file such records, statements and accounts as may be required by law and that it will file, if required by law, with the Michigan Department of Treasury, as soon as is possible, not later than ninety (90) days after the close of the fiscal year, a report, on forms prepared by the Department of Treasury, made in accordance with the accounting method of the municipality, completely setting forth the financial operation for such fiscal year for of the System. (f) That it will maintain and carry, for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds, insurance on all physical properties of the System, of the kinds and in the amounts normally carried by municipalities engaged in the operation of similar systems. All moneys received for losses under any such insurance policies shall be applied solely to the replacement and restoration of the property damaged or destroyed, and to the extent not so used, shall be used for the purpose of call­ ing Bonds. (g) That it hereby pledges, from other funds of the Village, available for such purpose, such moneys as may be necessary on an annual basis to maintain the requirements of Section 22 hereof for the issuance of additional bonds. 22. Additional Bonds. The USA Bonds may be issued for the completion of the Public Improvements. Subject to the requirements of the Prior Resolution, which shall remain in effect as long as the Prior Bonds remain outstanding, additional bonds may be issued for repair, replacement, improvement or extension of the System, but only if the net revenues of the System, adjusted to include any rate increases adopted and in effect prior to the issuance of the additional bonds (the “Adjusted Net Revenues”) for the two (2) preceding twelve (12) month operating years or the Adjusted Net Revenues for the last preceding twelve (12) month operating year, if the same shall be lower than the average, shall be equal to at least one hundred ten percent (110%) of the maximum amount of principal and interest thereafter maturing in any operating year on the then outstanding Bonds and on the additional bonds being issued. Any additional bonds shall be subject to the various funds herein established as if such bonds were part of the original bond issue herein authorized, and all revenue from any such extension or replacement .constructed by the proceeds of an additional bond issue shall be paid into the Receiving Fund. 23. Bond Resolution Shall Constitute Contract. The provisions of this Bond Resolution shall constitute a contract between the Village and the bondholders, and after the issuance of the Bonds this Bond Resolution shall not be repealed or amended in any respect which will adversely affect the rights and interests of the holders, nor shall the Village adopt any law, ordinance or resolutions in any way adversely affecting the rights of the holders so long as the Bonds or inter­ est thereon remains unpaid. 24. Default of the Village. (a) In the event of a default in the payment of principal or interest on the Bond when due, whether at maturity, by redemption or otherwise, the amount of such default shall bear interest (the “additional interest’) at a rate equal to the rate of interest which is two percent above the Bond Authority’s cost of providing funds (as determined by the Bond Authority) to make payment on the bonds of the Bond Authority issued to provide funds to purchase the Bond but in no event in excess of the maximum rate of interest permitted by law. The additional interest shall continue to accrue until the Bond Authority has been fully reimbursed for all costs incurred by the Bond Authority (as determined by the Bond Authority) as a consequence of the Village’s default. Such additional interest shall be payable on the interest payment date following demand of the Bond Authority. In the event that (for reasons other than the default in the payment of any munic­ ipal obligation purchased by the Bond Authority) the investment of amounts in the reserve account established by the Bond Authority for the bonds of the Bond Authority issued to provided funds to purchase the Bond fails to provide suffi­ cient available funds (together with any other funds which may be made avail­ able for such purpose) to pay the interest on outstanding bonds of the Bond Authority issued to fund such account, the Village shall and hereby agrees to pay on demand only the Village’s pro rata share (as determined by the Bond Authority) of such deficiency as additional interest on the Bond. (b) If there shall be default in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, provi­ sions of this Bond Resolution or in the payment of principal of or interest on any of the Bonds, upon the filing of a suit by the owners of twenty percent (20%) or more of the outstanding principal amount of the Bonds, any court having juris­ diction of the action may appoint a receiver to administer the System on behalf of the Village with power to charge and collect rates sufficient to provide for the payment of the Bonds and for the payment of operation expenses and to apply income and revenues in accordance with this Resolution and the laws of the State of Michigan. The Village hereby agrees to transfer to any bona fide receiver or other sub­ sequent operator of the System, pursuant to any valid court order in a proceed­ ing brought to enforce payment of the Village’s obligations, all contracts and other rights of the Village, conditionally, for such time only as such receiver or operator shall operate by authority of the court. In the event of default, the owners of twenty percent (20%) or more of the out­ standing Bonds may require by mandatory injunction the raising of rates in a reasonable amount. 25. Internal Revenue Code. The Village has consulted with its attorney and understands that the Code contains certain requirements on (a) the expenditure of proceeds from the sale of the Bonds, (b) the investment of the proceeds from the issuance of the Bonds and (c) the rebate of interest earned on the invest­ ment of the proceeds of the Bonds under certain circumstances. The Village hereby covenants to comply with such requirements. 26. Qualified Tax-Exempt Obligation. The Village reasonably anticipates that the amount of qualified tax-exempt obligations which will be issued by the Village and all subordinate entities during the calendar, year 2001 shall not exceed $10,000,000. The Village hereby designates the Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 in the principal amount of not to exceed $2,000,000 as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” for purposes of Section (Continued) �265(bX3XB) of tfw Code. The Wag* hereby cartfoae fo*r tfw Bond* are not pri­ vate activity bonds as defined m Section 141 of foe Cod* 27 DCflLftaLflLSz^em Th* tani year tor opening foe System tfw* comcid* witfi the fiscal year of tfw Wage 28. Sei* 0< Bond* The Bonds shall be soto to toe Bond Aufoonty 29 MtChtoan Municipal Bond Authontv The Autfwnzed Officers are hereby designated, for and on behalf of the Wage, to do all acts and to lata aS necessary stope reqwred to oflectuote toe sale, issuance and ctetivery of too Bonds to toe Bond Ataionty The Aufoonzed Officer • hereby aufooroed to eawcute and dativer a Purchase Contract and a Supplemental Agreement mto toe Bota Authority in substantially the form presented to th® msstrg The Wage hereby approves the Purchase Contract and the Suppiemental Agreement in the farm presented to this meeting If the Bonds are sold to toe Bota Authority, the Authorized Officer is authorized to approve too specific mtereat rate to be borne by the bonds, no! exceeding 3% per annum, the dales of peyment. matonees and otfwr terms and cotaNton* relating to toe Bonds and toe sale toereof pro­ vided, however, the last annual principal wateffment staff not be more toon forty years from the date of the Bond. The Authorized Officer's approuai of too terms shall be evidenced by hie or her Signature on the document or agreement stat­ ing such term. The Authorized Officer is authorized to execute any documents or certificates necessary to complete too transaction, mdudtog. but not tented to, any issuers certificate, any certificates relating to federal or state aocurtte* laws, rules or regulations and any revenue sharing pledge agreement The Village hereby approves the Issuer's Certificate and Revenue Sharing Pledge Agreement in toe form presented to this meeting. 30. Bond Resolution Subwet io Michigan The provisions of tfti* Bota Resolution are subject to toe laws of the State of Mtetogm 31 Paranranh Heednga The paragraph headings in to® Bota Resolution are furnished for convenience of reference only ata shall not be considered to be a part of this Bond Resolution 32. PuHrafinn and Recordation This Bond Resolution staff be published once in full in a newspaper of general circulation in the Wage qualified under state law to publish legal notices, within fifteen (15) days after its adoption ata the same shall be recorded in the records of the Village and such recording authen­ ticated by the signature of the Village Cleric. 33. SevfffffMrty If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phraa* of tins Bond Resolution shall be held invalid, the same staff not affect any otfwr part of this Bond Resolution. 34. Conflict Resolution 8-23*01 adopted on August 23. 2001 is hereby repealed. All other orcfinances and resolutions or parts thereof neotar as the same may be in conflict herewith, are hereby repeated to the extent necessary to avoid such conflict; provided, that the foregoing shall not operate to repeal any provision thereof the repeal of which would impair the obfigabon on the Bonds. 35. Effective Date This Bond Resolution ■ hereby determined by the Wage Council to be immediately neoeeaary for the preservation of the peace, taaffh and safety of the Village and shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law YEAS: Kirk, Dunham, Wheeler. Betts, Sheldon. Kellogg. Wolff NAYS: None. Cathy Lentz. Village Clerk I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the Village Council of the Wag* of Nashville. County of Barry, State of Michigan, at a regular meeting held on August 23, 2001. and that pubfic notice of the meeting was given pursuant to Act No 267. Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended. I further certify that this Bond Resolution has been recorded in the record books of the Village DATE: 8-30, 2001 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk EXHIBIT A UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE S ___ • _ WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DWRF REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds) No. Interest Rate Date of Original Issue Date of Maturity 1 (See Schedule) Registered Owner: Principal Amount: The Village of Nashville. County of Barry. State of Michigan, for value received, hereby promises to pay to the Registered Owner, specified above. or registered assigns, out of the revenues of the Water Supply System of tie Village, includ­ ing all appurtenances, additions, extensions and mprovements thereto, and ff necessary from the general fund of the Wage, subject to constitutional and statutory limitations on the taxing power of the Wage, the amounts and on the Dates of Maturity set forth on Schedule I herein, together with interest thereon from the dates of receipt of such fund*, or such later date to whch interest has been paid, until paid, at the Interest Rate per annum specified above, payable serrv-arvxjaffy on the first day of April and October at each year commencing on ______ 1.2002, until toe Rvcpal Amour* hereof ata etiareat thereon is peal except as tie prawsicns twrentfter set forth «*h respect to redemption «• fow Bata prior to matisby may become appffcabte hereto The Wage praraae* to pay to toe Mtohgan Muncpar Bota Aufoonty Rhe Bota Autoore/y toe prtnopai amount of tore Bota or so much toereof as staff have been advanced to toe Wage pursuant to a Purchase Contract between the Wage and to* Bota Autferty and a SuppSamanatf Agreement by ata among foe Wage, toe Bota Autfwrey and to® Stet* of Meftgan acting foraugh toe Deptament of Environmental Ouaffty During toe time funds are being drawn down by toe Wage under tore Bota, toe Bota Autoonty wff penodcaffy provide toe Wage a statement showing toe amount of pnndpel toat has been advanced and the dtoe of each advance, which aMBment staff cotatoute prims facie evtdanc* of foe reported informa•on provided tool no taffure on the pert of to* Bota Autoorffy to prawd* such a atatoment or to refiect a dtebursement or the correct amwnt ot a efisbursement staff reffere foe Wage of ffs obffgaffon to repay the outstanding prmopal amount aouaffy advanced, a* accrued naaraat tfrereon. ata any oftar amount payable wffh reepact thereto in accordance wffh foe term* of fore Bota Notafoatatatog any other provtston Gt tvs Bond, so tong as foe Bota Aufoorffy I* foe owner of tore Bota (a) tote Bond is payable as to principal, premium, • any. and Mareat In lawfoi money of foe United States of America at Bank One Treat Company. N A. or at such otfier place as shaff be designated in writing to the Wage by the Bota Aufoortfy (to* ‘Authoress Depotetor/); (b) the Wage agree* tfwt it w* deposit with the Autfiority's Dapoeaory paymanta of foe prtrtcF pal of. premium. I Wf, anG maareet on fore Bond in immetfiataly available funds at toast five business day* prior to the date on which any such payment re due whether by mettaty. redemption or otfrenatee. and (c) written notice of any redemption Gl tote Bond staff be given by foe Wage ata received by foe Authority's Depository at tee*t 40 days prior to toe date on which such redemp­ tion is to be made For foe prompt payment of prindpai of ata tm*re*t on tote Bota the revenues of foe Water Supply System of foe Wsgs. jnckafing el appurtenance*, addi­ tions. extensions ata improvements, toss reeaonebte espenoas of operation, administration, maintenance, ata less toe requirenrenis of foe outetendng Water Supply Oystem Refunding Bonds. Series 1996 (foe *1996 Bonds’) are hereby irrevocably pledged ata a statutory fien thereon is hereby created, which is a second Ken. subject only to tfte prior Ian in tevor of Vie 1998 Bota* and any Bonds ot equaf standing wtet foe 1996 Bonds hereafter issued As addNtonal security, the Wag* has pledged its fol teffh ata credff to the prompt payment of principal of ata toterest on the Bota*, subject to appticable constihteonal ata statutory limitations on *w taxing power of the Wage This Bota, being one toffy registered manuacript bond, is teeuad pursuant to a Resolution duly adopted by the Wage on . 2001. ata under and In substantial oumpfianc* with foe Constitution and Statutes of th* State of Michigan, including spoctftoeffy Act 94. Public Acts of Mtohigan, 1933, as amended, for the purpose of defraying part of the cost of acquiring, construct­ ing ata improving the Water Supply System factae* at tfw Wage, together with the necessary appurtenance*, attachments ata equipment related tfwreto, For a complete statement of tie revenue* from which, and the conditions under which, this Bond is payable, a statement of foe condffton* wider which addi­ tional bonds of equal stenting may hereafter be issued, ata the general covenants ata provisions pursuant to which tfti* Bota is issued reference to made to tfw above dseertbed Resolution Bonds of this series may be subject to redamption prior to maiurtty by the Village only with the prior written coneant of the Bota Aufoority ata on such terms as may be required by tfw Bota Authority In tfia event of a dsteuff in the peyment of principel or interest hereon when due, whether at maturity, by redemption or otherwise, the amount of such default shall bear interest (the ‘additional kasraeO at a rate equal to tfw rate of interest which is two percent above foe Bota Authority's cost of pravidtog funds (as determined by tfw Bota Auttarrty) to make payment on foe bonds of the Bota Authority issued to provide funds to purchase tftis Bota but in no even in excess of tfw maximum rate of interest permitted by law. The addNtonal interest shaff continue to accrue until tfw Bota A ut horify has been fully reimbursed lor off costs incurred by tfw Bota Autfwrtty (as dstemwwd by tfw Bond Authority) as a consequence of tfw Wage's default Such additional interest shaff be payable on the interest payment date toffowtng demand of tfw Bota Autfxirity In tfw event that (for reasons otfwr than tfw default in tfw payment of any munc ipal obfigstion purchased by tfw Bota Autfwrtfy) tfw awestmen t of amounts In tfw reserve account established by tfw Bond Aufoority for tfw bond* of tfw Bota Autfiority issued to provided funds to purchase this Bota falls to provide suffi­ cient avaitabte funds (together with any otfwr funds which may be made avail­ able for such purpose) to pay tfw interest on outstenrfing bonds of tfw Bota Authority issued to fund such account, tfw Wage shaff ata hereby agrees to pay on demand only tfw Wage's pro rata share (as determined by tfw Bond Aufoonty) of such dsticwncy as addNtonal interest on tftis Bond. This Bond is payabte. both as to principal ata interest, first from the net revanus* of tfw Water Supply System of tfw Wage. TN* Bota is also secured by tfw intited tax, hr# faith arid credM. general obfigstion ptedge of tfw Village, sub­ ject to constitutional ata steimory tax limitations on tfw taxing power of the Wage The Wag* hereby covenants and agrees to fix, ata maintafrt at all times white any of such Bonds shaff be outstenrfing. such rates for service furnished by the Water Supply System as shaff be sufficient to provide for payment of the princi­ pal of ata mterest upon aff such Bonds as ata when tfw same become due ata payabte and to create a Bota Interest ata Redemption Fund tfwrefor to pro­ vide for tfw peyment of expenses of sdmnatration and operation ata such expenses for maintenance of said system as are necessary to preserve the same tn good repair ata working order ata to provide for such otfwr expendi­ ture and tend* tor said system as are reqiHred by said Resolution. The Wage has designated the Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 as qualified tax-exempt obligations for purposes of Section (ConfmMtl) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18, 2001 - Page 14 265(b)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. It is hereby certified and recited that all acts, conditions and things required by law precedent to and in the issuance of this Bond and the series of bonds of which this is one have been done and performed in regular and due time and form as required by law. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, by its Village Council has caused this Bond to be signed in the name of the Village by the manual or facsimile signature of its President or its President Pro-Tern and its Village Clerk or its Deputy Village Clerk, all as of 2001. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE By Carroll Wolff Its: President Countersigned: Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk of the Bonds, any court having jurisdiction of the action may appoint a receiv­ er to administer the System on behalf of the Village with power to charge and collect rates sufficient to provide for the payment of the Bonds and for the payment of operation expenses and to apply income and revenues in accor­ dance with this Resolution and the laws of the State of Michigan. The Village hereby agrees to transfer to any bona fide receiver or other subsequent operator of the System, pursuant to any valid court order in a proceeding brought to enforce payment of the Village’s obligations, all con­ tracts and other rights of the Village, conditionally, for such time only as such receiver or operator shall operate by authority of the court. In the event of default, the owners of twenty percent (20%) or more of the outstanding Bonds may require by mandatory injunction the raising of rates in a reasonable amount.” 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. YEAS: Council Member: Kirk, Dunham, Wolff, Betts, Kellogg, Sheldon, Wheeler NAYS: Council Member: None Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk TRANSFER For value received, the undersigned hereby sells, assigns and transfers unto(Tax Identification or Social Security No.­ . the within Bond and all rights thereunder, and hereby constitutes and appoints attorney, to transfer the within Bond on the books kept for reg­ istration thereof by the Paying Agent, with full power of substitution in the premises. Dated: Notice: The signature to this assignment must correspond with the name as it appears on the registration books every particular, without alteration or enlargement or any change whatever. CERTIFICATION I, Cathy Lentz, the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Village of Nashville, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan at a regular meeting held on September 13, 2001, and that notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended. Date: September 13, 2001 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Village of Nashville VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE (Barry County, Michigan) 101 A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE BOND RESOLUTION ADOPTED AUGUST 30,2001 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $2,000,000 WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DWRF REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2001 (LTGO SECOND LIEN BONDS) Minutes of a regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, held at the Village Hall, 206 North Main Street, Nashville., Michigan 49073 on September 13, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., local time. PRESENT: Council Member: Kirk, Dunham, Wolff, Betts, Kellogg, Sheldon, Wheeler ABSENT: None The following resolution was offered by Council Member Wheeler and sup­ ported by Council Member Kirk: WHEREAS, on August 30, 2001, the Village of Nashville (the “Village”) adopted a resolution authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $2,000,000 Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds) (the “Bond Resolution”); and WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the Bond Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED that: 1. Section 5 of the Bond Resolution shall be and is amended to read in its entirety as follows: “ 5. Bond Information. The Bonds authorized to be issued and sold pursuant to the provisions of the Act and this Bond Resolution in the aggregate prin­ cipal sum of not-to-exceed $2,000,000, or such other amount as provided above, shall be known as “Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds)”; shall be bonds payable primarily out of the net revenues collected by the Village from users of the Water Supply System after provision has been made for the payment of expenses of administration, operation and maintenance; shall be sold and delivered to the Bond Authority; shall be dated the date of delivery to the Bond Authority; and shall be one fully registered manuscript bond. The Bonds shall bear interest at the rate of 2.5% per annum, payable semi-annually on the first day of April and October of each year, commencing April 1, 2002, and con­ tinuing thereafter until the principal of and interest on the Bonds is fully paid. The Bonds shall mature serially on the first (1st) day of April of each year in such amounts and in such years as determined on the sale thereof, provid­ ed, however, the last annual principal installment shall not be more than forty years from the date of the Bond. Notwithstanding the above, the final amount of any maturity and terms of the Bonds shall be as provided in the Contract Documents and will be final­ ly determined as provided in Section 29. Principal of and interest on the Bonds shall be paid in lawful money of the United States of America to the person appearing on the Bond registration books as the Registered Owner thereof Payment of principal on the Bonds shall be made at the principal office of the Paying Agent, defined in Section 7 of this Bond Resolution. Payment of interest on the Bonds shall be made to the Registered Owner at his/her address as it appears on the registration books. 2. Section 24(b) of the Bond Resolution shall be and is amended to read in its entirety as follows: “24(b). If there shall be default in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, the provisions of this Bond Resolution or in the payment of principal of or interest on any of the Bonds, upon the filing of a suit by the owners of twenty percent (20%) or more of the outstanding principal amount Trom this CittCe voice sent to dfeaven (From this child’s heart filled with fear. We yray to our (Father uy in (Keaven (Ashing u£ord, Torget not we’re here.” In the wake of a disaster that effects all of man kind. We ask our community to join in a candle light vigil. Please come and show your supportfor our town, our home, our families, and our neighbors. We live day to day with a passing smile, a friendly nod, and a wave of hello. Lets now come together with the shake of a hand, and a hug of affection as this small town shows love for this community and our country. To be held on Wednesday, Sept. 19 @ 7:30 p.m. Behind village stores in Nashville m fbV xSaT �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 18, 2001 - Page 15 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley J Vs play Leslie gridders to a tie Maple Valley Elementary Schools applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. (Maplewood & Fuller) Cheesie bread stick, carrot sticks, pineapple tidbits, fruit popper, 1/2 pt. milk. The Maple Valley junior varsity football team opened its Southern Michigan Athletic Association season by battling to a 22-22 tie with Leslie Thursday night. Leslie opened the scoring with a second quarter touch­ down and a successful twopoint conversion. The young Lions were next to find the end zone when Quarterback Derek Ripley plunged in from three yards out. Jeff Bowman ran in the success­ ful two-point conversion, tying the game at 8-8. The Lions took the lead in the third quarter when Ripley again found pay dirt, this time from two yards out. The two-point conversion try failed. Leslie came back to answer with a touchdown of its own. Their two-point con­ version try failed, again tying the game this time at 14-4. Later in the third quarter, Ripley again found the end zone, this time from seven yards out. Ripley also ran in the two-point conversion, giving Maple Valley at 22-14 lead. Then at 1:00 to go in the game Leslie found the end zone and was successful in the two-point conversion try. Bowman lead the way for the Lions’ offensive attack gaining 167 yards on 26 car­ ries, including a two-point conversion. Ripley added 69 yards on 15 carries, includ- Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Sept. 24 Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept. 19 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, pineapple, roll and honey, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 25 Cheeseburger, ggreen beans, peaches, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Thursday, Sept. 20 H.S. Hungry Howies. Pizza, green beans, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 21 Mini pancakes, link sausage, potato wedge, Wednesday, Sept. 19 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, burger bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, pineapple, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 20 Choose One - Com dog, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Friday, Sept 21 Choose One - Rib sand­ Synopsis of Meeting wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, potato wedge, applesauce, juice, were milk . Castleton Twp. Board synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD September 5, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. ■ All board members were pre­ sent. Five people were in atten­ dance from the public. Minutes were approved as corrected. Budget was amended. Treasurer’s report accepted as printed subject to audit. Approved paying bills in the amount of 37,257.71. Committee reports given. Approved purchasing a hose tester for the fire dept. Approved levying the maximum allowable millage for 20012002. Correspondence was viewed by the board. Public comment was heard. The meeting was adjourned at 9 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor p.m. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pm.. Sept. 24 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Sept. 24 Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 p.m. Sept. 27 Shooting Sports Leaders Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther notice. Sept. 24 Girls in 3'“, aa and 5" Grade Interested in playing BASKETBALL Should show up at the HIGH SCHOOL GYM from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., on Saturday, September 22 and 29,2001. Then at the KELLOGG GYM on Saturday, October 6,13, and 20, 2001. There will be NO CHARGE FOR PLAYING If you have questions, please call us. Thank you. Kevin Rost 852-0826 Kathy Spears 852-0987 COBB Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cob 517-726-0377 "270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Monday,Sept. 24 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broc­ coli and cheese, pineapple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 25 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. ing three touchdowns and a two-point conversion. On the defensive side of the ball, Jason Beardslee led the way with 11 tackles. Freshman Eric Turner added 10 tackles, including two quarterback sacks. Ben Boss chipped in nine tackles, along with a fumble recovery. Kenny Cams had eight tackles along with an interception and fumble recovery. Ty VanAlstine also recovered a Black Hawk fumble to go along with his seven tack­ les. The Lions will be host to league foe Webberville this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Fuller Street Field. Cleone C. Knoll---------------------NASHVILLE - Cleone C. Knoll, age 88, of Nashville died Friday, Sept. 14,2001 at Thomapple Manor. She was bom and raised in the Nashville area, and attended area schools. She married Earl Knoll in Nashville and they were life long residents. Mrs. Knoll loved playing cards, fishing, animals, being outdoors and her fam­ ily. Surviving Mrs. Knoll is sons, H. James (Delores) Knoll of Nashville and Alton E. (Irene) Knoll ofHillsdale; daughter-in-law, Geneva Knoll of Nashville; 11 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; special great grandson, Scott Knoll; and one great, great granddaugh­ ter. Preceding her in death was her parents, Clyde and Ervilla Knoll; husband, Earl V Knoll in 1988; son, Francis R. Knoll; 11 broth­ ers and sisters. Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 17, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel. Rev. Susan Trowbridge officiat­ ed. Interment was at Lakeview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by "Maple Valley Chapel. William L. Hildebrant Jr. Army Pvt. William L. Hildebrant Jr. has graduated from the advanced individ­ ual training wheeled vehicle repairer course at Aberdeen ■ Proving Ground, Aberdeen, Md. The student received train­ ing to troubleshoot, repair, replace and adjust all related engine fuel, air and cooling systems, electrical chassis, mechanical and hydraulic components, systems, and assemblies of wheeled vehi­ cles and diesel power plants/packs. Additional instruction included use of publications, tools, and diag­ nostic equipment. used to repair wheeled vehicles. He is the son of Robin L. Osenbaugh of Bellevue, and William L. Hildebrant Sr. of Sunfield. Hildebrant graduated in the year 2000 from Bellevue High School. Neged wedding invitations? Stop by and check out our large selection. J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Highway,, Hastings o Dee o no Fillmore Equipment wants you to: Meet the class of the economy class 40-hp 5105 48-hp 5205 AM105 8/4 SyncShuttle™ transmission features synchronized shuttle shift for quicker loader work. Operator platform is spacious — no levers to straddle. Huge fuel tank with left- and right-hand fill ports lets you run 12 hours between refills. 17.4 gpm (65.9 L/min) hydraulic flow — standard. Independent PTO delivers full advertised horsepower at the proper 540-rpm speed. . Best of all, these tractors are all John Deere — compare them to the economy-class competitors! Get an Advantage Series Tractor starting at just $15,900. Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC John Deere HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 T. 616.945.9526 F. 616.9455958 www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 18,2001 - Page 16 Lions overcome Leslie to remain undefeated Senior Mike Hirneiss, the latest in a long list of outstanding running backs in the Maple Valley tradi­ tion, rushed for 137 yards and junior Bryan Dunlap showed he is prepared to carry on that tradition, rushing for 80, and each scored on long runs Friday to carry the Lions past Leslie 26-18. beaten in conference play also, beating Richmond 27-14. Leslie suffered its first loss of the season and stands at 3-1, 2-1 in the The victory kept Coach Gunther Mittelstaedt's team perfect for the season at 4-0, 3-0 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Confer­ ence. Olivet remained un- toad area tomes wto aWetetoytoiBOfflWCa// 945-3554 ar I-MM7M35 amfimel SMAA. Hirneiss scored from 69 yards out and Dunlap from 75 to pace the patented ground game that has sym­ bolized Maple Valley foot­ ball for so many seasons. The Black Hawks, like so many before them, tried an aerial attack against the Lions, with quarterback Lucas Ewing throwing for 188 yards, but like so many before them, Leslie was not able to capitalize on their opportunities. One reason was John Terberg, who blocked a punt to set up one touch­ down and intercepted a pass in the end zone to end another drive. Eric Smith got things started for the Lions with a 28 yard touchdown halfway through the first quarter but Ewing and the Blackhawks answered when he scored from 6 yards out with 1:30 left in the half. In the third quarter, Terberg blocked a Leslie punt deep in Blackhawk territory, setting up a two yard scoring dive by Smith. Leslie tied it again just over a minute later when Ewing ran it in from seven yards out. Maple Valley took the lead for good on the first play from scrimmage when Maple Valley got the ball back, with Dunlap going 75 yards to score. Then with 5:48 left in the game, Hirneiss broke free for his 69 yard scam­ per, to cap the scoring for the Lions and put the game out of reach for Leslie. Ewing did get the Blackhawks into the end zone one last time with a 31 yard run with 3:27 left to play, but as it usually goes when a team comes up against the Lions, it was a matter of too little, too late. Leading tacklers for Maple Valley were Jason Silsbee and Brandon Hop­ kins with 10 each and Jeremy Wiser and Eric Smith, each with eight. Friday the Maple Val­ ley Lions will travel to Webberville for a 7 p.m. contest. Lions girls’ varsity eagers now at 3-1 Jon Gallegos, President Debbie Bomer, Office Manager Dave Clark, Delivery Driver Herb Seidelman, Service Technician REACHING OUT TO THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE WITH HONEST, FRIENDLY & RELIABLE SERVICE... • Certified Propane Professionals • Over 56 Years of Combined Experience Members: Michigan Propane Gas Association National Propane Gas Association We Offer: Convenient Payment Options Keep Full Service 24 Hour On Call Service CALL now ... ASK ABOUT OUR PROPAnE PRICES ***WATCH FUTURE ADS FOR OUR GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION *** The Maple Valley girls’ varsity basketball team has literally run its season record to 3-1. These girls like to run the floor and tire out their oppo­ nents. Their only loss com­ ing by the hands of last year’s state champs from Portland St. Patrick. In the first game of the season Portland St. Pats defeated the Lions 66-55. Leading the team was Sarah Cook with 14 points and 5 rebounds. Jessie Grant with 12 points, Stefanie Joosteberns with 12 points and Jessica Ripley with 5 assists. The Lady Lions then start­ ed their winning streak with a 66-30 victory over Springport 66-30. Helping the team to this win was Stefanie Joostebems with 18 Lions JV girls’ eagers 2-2 The Maple Valley junior varsity girls' basketball team had registered a 2-2 record after last Thursday evening's loss to Battle Creek Pennfield. The Lions were led by Chayla Robles' nine points. Cortnee Wyskowski had seven rebounds and Kailey Smith had six. Maple Valley defeated Morrice 53-19 Sept. 4, with Kortney Ewing scor­ ing 13 points and Megan Putnam coming up with eight points and nine re­ bounds. Amy Strickland had four steals. In a 54-46 victory Springport Aug. 30, Chayla Robles had 14 points and three steals, Tessa Robles had 13 points and Megan Putnam 12 points, eight rebounds and four steals. The Lions opened the season with a 40-31 loss to Portland St. Patrick. Kortney Ewing had nine points and four steals and Krista Driksna had eight rebounds. points and 4 steals, Jessie Grant 12 points and 10 assists, Sarah Cook with 12 points and Jennifer Grant, 8 points. The next team to fall at the hands of the Lions was league team Morrice by a score of68-47. Maple Valley was lead by Cook with 20 points and 4 assists, Joosteberns with 16 points and 6 boards, and Jessica Ripley with 12 points. In their third win of the season, they defeated Pennfield, 34-28. Leaders in the win were Cook with 10 points and 5 assists, Grant with 7 points and 6 steals, Ripley with five points and Nikki James with 4. 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 Pip • 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 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-09-25.pdf db8586c4510672cbb8709864298142f9 PDF Text Text s PUBLIC U F WBUC LIBRAR H12A1S TSIN GCHS URCH ST Ml 4905 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1817 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Website: jadnews.com Vol. 129-No. 39/September 25, 2001 Local schools respond to Sept. 11 tragedy by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Students, staff and teachers in the Maple Val­ ley Schools are coming together to offer aid to the victims of the Sept. 11 at­ tacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. • In each school, money is being raised to go to the victims. Prayer vigils are being held, partriotic show of support pins are being made, and other activities. The Maple Valley Junior/Senior High raised $1,213 for a donation for the Red Cross. The collec­ tion was taken over the pe­ riod of three days during lunch hours. A vigil was held around the flag last week at the school for those who had their lives taken away by the attack. At Maplewood, students were busy making pins of the flag, using red, white and blue beads. "This is a way to talk about our flag and show support for the U.S. in times of tragedy," said teacher Rose Dunham. Collections also are be­ ing taken at Fuller Ele­ mentary at a desk in the hallway that is decorated in red, white and blue. Student Dan Cook at the Maple Valley Alternative Education suggested to teacher Rose Hahn that students take a collection for the people in New York and their families.. Hahn and art teacher Cindy Grant-Taylor and students got together to make red white and blue ribbons to wear. A can was painted red, white and blue by Akicia Johnson to take donations and nearly $100 has been raised. "We are so proud that the students in our alterna­ tive program value putting someone else's needs above their own," said Hahn. "In their kind, thoughtful and caring way our stu­ dents have worked toward their goal of making a con­ tribution... and we can see the love they have for their country and fellow man. Our hearts here go to all those suffering from the at­ tack on our country on Sept. 11. We hope that our students find as they look Students Adam Wilkins, Cassandra Ames, Howard Hobert, Darcy McKenzie, Dan Cook, and April Bolton work on flag pins at Alternative Education. back upon their time here in our school that the mo­ ments they have really lived are the moments when they have done things in the spirit of love for others and our country," said Hahn. Maplewood Elementary student Michael Paisley displays his beaded U.S. flag pin. Teachers Rose Hahn, and Cindy Grant-Taylor work with students on red, white and blue decorations at Alternative Education. Rose Dunham s students, as well as all of Maplewood, are collecting pennies to help the victims's families of the terrorist attacks. Nashville candelight vigil attracts 300-400 people by Shawna Hubbarth Crowds of people showed up last Wednesday evening at the Nashville candlelight vigil organized by Darcy Dicks. She estimated the crowd to be 300 to 400 people. Special speaker was Barry County Sheriff Steve DeBoer. Various poems, songs, and prayers were read, as people held can­ dles that lit up the dark sky. Local DJ Kyle Christo­ pher did the music. Fire Chief of Nashville Bill Wilson read a poem. Rainy weather threat­ ened the night, but there was never more than a sprinkle. "It turned out awesome," said Dicks. "Everyone I talked to was really happy about it, and we collected over $100 to donate to the victims of the terrorist at­ tack." Dicks said that she or­ ganized the event after hearing about the attacks and feeling a bit helpless. "The night everything happened, I thought to my­ self, here I go living ev­ eryday life when there are people whose lives are in chaos... and I wondered what I could do to help." See pg. 2 for more photos In This Issue Nashville Village to receive loan for water program ‘Kiss the Pig’ competition fund-rais­ er returns to community Attorney General ordered to hand over records on local man Lions take" to the air to win 39-0 over Spartans �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday. September 25 2001 - Page 2 Candelight vigil, continued from front page People line up to get a candle to light for the service. These three girts enjoy the candlelight vigil held in remembrance of those killed tn the terrorist attacks. Free legal advice for senior citizens Legal Services of South* cm Michigan will conduct interviews for legal advice and possible representation without charge to seniors Wednesday, Oct.3, from 11:30 a m. to,noon at the Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 N. Main, Nashville. A short presentation will also be provided. Legal Services of South­ ern Michigan is a non-profit organization that provides legal assistance, representa­ tion and education to low income people in Calhoun, Branch, and Hillsdale coun­ ties and senior citizens in St. Joseph and Barry counties. The agency seeks, through its board, staff, volunteers and pro bono attorneys, to ensure that its clients are given equal access to the jus­ tice system. It is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the State Bar of Michigan and local United Ways. The advice and counsel at the senior sites is funded primarily by Federal Title III “Older Americans Act” funds and by Calhoun County Senior Millage. Organizer Darcy Dicks (left) and special speaker Barry County Sheriff Steve DeBoer. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School Sunday AM Worship Evening Worship Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting .10 a m 11 am 6pm 7pm 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 11am (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W Vermontville Hwy MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship Wednesday Family Night Service 9 45 a m 11 am 6p.m 6.45 p m PASTOR MARC SLIVINGSTON Phone. 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S Main, Vermontville Morning Worship 11 am Church School arn 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 301 Fuller St. Nashville Sunday School Sunday A M Worship P.M. Worship Wednesday Evening Worship 9:45 a m 11 am 6 p.m REV. ALAN METTLER 7pm SOUTH KALAMO - CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery. Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH Sunday School A M Service PM Service .. 10 a.m 11 15am 6pm PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Phone *(517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N of Vermontville Hwy on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class 9 30 10 10 30 10 50 a m am am am PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A M Worship 10:30 a m Evening Worship 6pm Wednesday Evening at 7 p m Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship (1/2 mile East ol M -66 5 mi south ol Nashville) NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9 30 a m PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School A M Service PM Service Wed Service 9 45 am 7 p.m 7 p.m PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of Stale and Washington streets Worship Service Sunday School PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD (M-79J Worship 9:30 a.m Children's Sunday School 9:45 a m PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship 10 am 11 a m PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road 203 N. State, Nashville 9 30 a rn Sunday Mass FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N Main St, Vermontville 9:45 a.m Sunday School Worship Service 6 p.m Sunday Evening Service 7 p.m Wed Evening Service AWANA 7-8:30 p m Wed REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N Main. Vermontville Sunday School Church Service ..10 a.m 11 am PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Sendees 915 a.m Morning Prayer 11 00 a m Holy Communion 9 45 am 1115 a m REV GAIL PATTERSON At Home 852-0685 Church Phone 852-2043 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Traditional 1928 Book ol Common Prayer used lor all se AIM rated with the Independent Anglican C (Canada Synod) MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass 9am 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 25, 2001 — Page 3 New 4-H club forms locally by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Bonnie White and Sharon Curtis are filling a need for new 4-H clubs in the Nashville area. They are starting a club, with a yet to be announced name, for kids of all ages and a variety of all pro­ jects to compete at the Barry County Fair. "We called the 4-H ex­ tension office and they said there was a real need for clubs in the area, so we thought we would start one," said White. "We have everything from goats, to rabbits, to cake decorating and sewing as projects." White said the club will be meeting all year round, every third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the community building in Putnam Park. White said, "We wanted to have a family type club and include community service." There are currently about 10 kids in the club, she said. "At the next meeting we will have the kids decide the name, so anyone join­ ing is welcome to bring ideas." For more information about the club, White can be reached at 852-9189, or Sharon Curtis at 852-2078. Nashville wins loan for water Rev. Jeff Bowman (middle) enjoys some of the food and refreshments with family and friends to celebrate his graduation. Rev. Jeff Bowman’s graduation celebrated by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville United Methodist Church had a party recently to celebrate Rev. Jeff Bowman's gradu­ ation from Garrett Evan­ gelical Seminary school in Illinois. Family, friends and members of the congrega­ tion turned out to celebrate with food and gifts. Balloons decorated the church and the highlight gift was a Michigan State University chair. "I've been there six years taking classes part time, with being gone a month in the summer too. So I am glad to be gradu­ ating," said Bowman, who also added he is not done with his education. Bowman said he was happy the party was given for him. "It was nice to have ev- HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800.535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 6pm $5.00 Students A Late Shows Fri & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon ■ Thurs _________ Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM Sept. 29 & 30 SEE SPOT RUN (PG) SHOWTIMES 9/25-9/27 0 (R) 4:30, 9:05 RAT RACE (PG-13) OIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 CAPTAIN CORRELI'S MANDOLIN (R) 1:35. 6:40 AMERICAN PIE 2 (R) 1:10, 3:15, 5:20, 7:30, 9:35 THE OTHERS (PG 13) OIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 1:05, 3:10. 5:15, 7:20, 9:30 FREE |j 1 Bag of Buttery Popcorn gggffi । one per ad & Hastings 4*mv* I I I WWW.GOTI.COM I I The Village of Nashville will receive a $965,000 loan to improve its water treat­ ment operations, according to the office of State Rep. Gary Newell (R-Saranac). The loan, from the Drinking Water Revolving Fund, will be used to con­ struct a number of improve­ ments in Nashville’s water treatment, storage and distri­ bution facilities. The loan is provided by the state ty and better tasting water Department of Environ­ with a much lower concen­ mental Quality. tration of iron. “I applaud Nashville’s Newell, who serves on the House Appropriations efforts to protect and Subcommittee on enhance Michigan’s public Community Health, said the water supply,” he said. “By project provides numerous working with the DEQ on benefits for Nashville resi­ this important project, the dents, especially increased village ensures safe drinking distribution system reliabili- water for its residents.” Look Great For FALL ‘Little Friends’ |Diana s Place ilans open The Place to gofor Professional Styling i- Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road rouse Sept. 28 1-517-852-9481 Diana Kuempel One of the highlights of the gifts was a Michigan State chair. eryone come out," he said. "I think they tried to keep it a surprise, but someone gave it away," he laughed. Bowman said he plans to continue his studies. "This is just one stage. I will continue on for ordina­ tion, which is the highest elder status in a church." La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, at 5777 Irish Road, Ver­ montville. LaLeche League is a non-sectarian, non-profit organization that encour­ ages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them support and informa­ tion. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Span­ ish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday mornings in and around Barry County, including Vermontville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "Advantages of Breast­ feeding to Mother and Baby." All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in breastfeeding are welcome to attend the meetings. Babies and toddlers also are welcome. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child develop­ ment and nutrition. For more information about La Leche League and its meetings and loca­ tions, or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Can 945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads The Little Friends Child Development Center in Vermontville is holding an open house Friday, Sept. 28, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. to celebrate changes in the program under the new director, Sheryl Norton. Parents and the public are welcome to come in and view the center which is a child care center for 2 1/2- to 12-year-olds. They offer a variety of services, including pre-school and before and after school programs, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 726-1533 for more details. Nashville VFW Dinner & Dance Saturday, Sept. 29' Dale’s'BBGl.RJbs CO Complete dinner, salad, dessert 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Adults - $8 Children 5-12 yrs. - $4 Qan call for reservations after 4 p.m. 517-852-9260 2001-2002 MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION, ADULT BASIC EDUCATION, GED PREPARATION & VOCATIONAL CLASSES Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All others may take a class for $80.00 for 7/8 weeks. ADULT EVENING CLASSES - MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY Kellogg Building • 324 Queen St., Nashville, MI 6:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. • Evening Classes Begin September 17, 2001 1st Semester Monday Civics & World History - C. Parkinson Independent Study English - C. Parkinson Wednesday Computer Science - D. Anderson Word Excel Power Point Tuesday U.S. History - D. Hustwick World Geography - D. Hustwick Independent Study - D. Hustwick Thursday Science - R. Hahn Math - R. Hahn Indpendent Study - R. Hahn Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evening classes are held in the Kellogg Building on Queen Street and Wednesday evening classes are held at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. - ENROLL TODAY­ Maple Valley Community Education Office Hours are: 7:30 a.m. -10:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday • Friday. 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Call 852-9794 or 852-2145 to enroll $ J J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 25,2001 - Page 4 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Removal of liaison officer unwise To the editor: I believe we all agree that children are one of this country’s greatest resources. Our goal, as parents, is to nurture and develop these resources so that they be­ come kind, caring, and edu­ cated individuals. We strive to make their world secure from changes or alterations which we feel may harm them in some respect. When parents and educators find either an edu­ cational tool or a learning situation which is beneficial, they are often very reluctant to make any changes. Recently, there has been just such a change at Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School, which 1 feel may be detrimental for our students, particularly for junior high age students. As both a parent and an educator in the Maple Valley schools, I know the impor­ tance of nurturing young adults and helping them develop and create positive relationships with adults in authority. Until this fall, Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Dar Leaf served as Maple Valley’s school liai- son. In this position, he was able to facilitate these types of relationships with many Maple valleyjunior high stu­ dents. In the three years that he was liaison at Maple Valley, Deputy Leaf was a positive influence on students in many ways. He was proac­ tive, and continually sought ways to connect with and to reach our students. One of his greatest strengths is his ability to establish and main­ tain dialogue with students from all walks oflife. Deputy Leaf served as a mentor to numerous stu­ dents, and, even though he is no longer our liaison, he continues to maintain con­ tact with them. He truly understands the emotional and social needs of junior high students. While at Maple Valley, he worked with students on generating positive self-esteem and self-confidence, both in group or workshop settings and on a one-to-one basis. His non-threatening con­ tact with ourjunior high stu­ dents was yet another of the positive benefits ofhis pres­ ence in our building. He was JV eagersgo to 3-3 The Maple Valley junior varsity basketball team's season record stood at 3-3 after winning 57-30 over Dansville. Megan Putnam scored 14 points and had nine re­ bounds and four assists. Kortney Ewing had 13 points, eight rebounds and three steals, Amy Strick­ land six points and three steals, Chayla Robles five points and three assists and Tessa Robles six as­ sists. The Lion Jayvees dropped a 43-35 decision to Bellevue last Tuesday (Sept. 18). Tessa Robles and Kortney Ewing both scored nine points. Megan Putnam had 13 rebounds and Ewing added seven boards. always frank and honest with the students while discussing his work as liaison and as a deputy with the sheriff’s department; as a result, our students better understand the law enforcement system. The time he spent in these informational sessions also helped lessen the common feelings of fear and mistrust ofthe police. In addition, because he knew that students could not learn unless they were in school, Deputy Leaf was able to successfully reduce the number of truancy prob­ lems within our junior high by working with students, parents, and staff. As a member of Maple Valley’s teaching staff, I was able to see first hand the positive aspects and rewards of Leaf’s hard work and ini­ tiative. It takes a great deal oftime, energy, and desire to build connections and rela­ tionships. Trust is not easily built, especially with teen­ agers; yet, building these relationships is one of Deputy Leaf’s greatest qual­ ities. However, as of the begin­ ning ofthe new school year, everything has changed. Deputy Leaf was removed from his liaison position with Maple Valley (and four other Barry County schools) for reasons which are still unclear. Whatever the reason or justifications, I know that his forced removal from this program, is, and will contin­ ue to be, a detriment to our students. I am, and will continue to be, a concerned parent/educator in the Maple Valley District. Cindy Gatewood, Nashville There's never been a better TIME to get an ARMSTRONG FURNACE. It's Also For A... Pre-Season Furnace Inspection and Tune-Up We Now Offer Complete Duct Cleaning. Call today for an appointment! FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Free Estimates Lake Odessa 7200 W. Tupper Lk. Rd. (616) 374-7595 Jk Slrtngth you can roly on Armstrong Nashville 735 Durkee St. (517) 852-9565 Kiss the Pig’ contest fund-raiser returns by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The annual fund-raiser for the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation will be kicked off this week, as cans appear all over town with contestants that may be the one cho­ sen to "Kiss the Pig." Jordan the Pig will be kissing again . and Miss Piggy will be on hand to help during the event, which will take place dur­ ing the halftime Varsity football game on October 12. Jordan is owned the Graham's and is an old pro at the kissing contest, said organizer Susie Butler. "We are really excited, said Butler. "This is the only fund-raiser for the scholarship fund and so it's for a great cause." Candidates this year in­ clude Athletic Director Mike Sparks, Allison Av­ ery, for County Board of Commissioners Chairman Orvin Moore, Bill East­ man, Mark McMillon and Ronda Edinger. Cans to collect money are all over Vermontville and Nashville. They in­ clude pictures of each of the candidates. The one with the most money raised will kiss the pig. "We are hoping people will support their favorite candidate," said Butler. Allison Avery. Ronda Edinger. Mark McMillon. hemeniary' SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Schools Orvin Moore. Mike Sparks. (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept. 26 Spaghetti, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, applesauce cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept. 27 Cheese pizza, tossed sal­ ad, cherry fruit push-up, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 28 Burrito, com bread/honey, broccoli and cheese, lime sherbet, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. JR, SR. HIGH SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Wednesday, Sept. 26 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 27 Choose One - Hot pocket, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choo~se Two - Garden salad, green beans, cherry push-up, juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 28 Choose One - Wet burri­ to, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, broccoli/ cheese, lime sherbet, juice, milk. COAMENU, SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, Sept. 26 Turkey noodle casserole, broccoli au-gratin, winter squash, fruited jello. Thursday, Sept. 27 Baked ham, whipped sweet potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, spiced apples. Friday, Sept 28 Sausage gravy, biscuit, country potatoes, apricots, sweet treats. Lite Menu Wednesday, Sept. 26 Sliced pork, baked beans, applesauce, ww bread. Thursday, Sept. 27 Chickqn^salad, marinated vegetables, diced peaches, ww crackers. Friday, Sept. 28 Turkey pasta salad, peas and peanut salad, plums. Events Wednesday, Sept. 26 Potluck picnic at Woodland. Thursday, Sept. 27 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, swimming. Friday, Sept. 28 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday party. 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 Pip • 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 �Coats are ready to be collected for the Coats for Kids program- here Courtney Cady, (from left), Joe Cook, Kayla Chapman start collecting. Coats for Kids’ drive under way in area by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer "Coats for Kids" is kick­ ing off at Maple Valley Schools. The drive for coats is organized by teacher Bob Smith. Each school will have a drop off bin, where coats can be sent with students to help those children in the surrounding area who need coats for this winter. "We hope to have it ready to go at all the schools halfway through October," said Smith. "Parents can send coats Girls’ cross country 3rd in SMAA jamboree The Maple Valley girls' cross-country team fin­ ished third in the Southern Michigan Athletic Associ­ ation jamboree Tuesday, Sept. 18. Bellevue was first with 34 team points, Leslie was second with 46, Maple Valley third with 57, Olivet fourth with 77 and Morrice and Webberville did not field the minimum of five runners to register a team score. Leading the Lions was Muriel Wieland, who Call945-9554 for Maple Valley News | ACTION-Ads! checked in second with a time of 22:17. Kari Slone of Bellevue finished first in 21:28. Other Maple Valley runners scoring were Jessica McMillen, eighth in 24:01; Melissa Nisse, 12th in 24:42; Camille Wieland, 18th in 25:57; and Michelle Silsbee, 24th in 28:21. The Maple Valley boys' cross-country team, mean­ while, did not have the needed five runners, but neither did four other SMAA teams. Only Leslie fielded a full team, so the Blackhawks won by virtual default with 15 team points. Dustin Jones was ninth in the race for the Lions with a time of 20:55, An­ drew Gaber was 17th in 23:01 and Mark Shoe­ maker was 19th in 23:17. YOU WOULDN'T TRUST JUST ANYONE TO DRIVE YOUR CAR, with kids at any school." The coats are made available at the CACS of­ fice on Vermontville Highway and M-50. "Anyone with a need for a coat can go there," said Smith. Last year, Smith said, nearly 700 coats were given away. He said he is looking for volunteers to be contact people at each of the schools. Dance to benefit victims of Sept. 11 terrorist attack A dance fund-raiser for victims of the tragedy in New York and Washington will be held in Vermontville Saturday, Sept. 29, from 7 to 10 p.m. The dance will be open to all ages to benefit the sur­ vivors and volunteers in the attack. It will be held at the Opera House in Vermontville and the cost is a minimum dona­ tion of $5 per person. The dance will be for all ages to encourage everyone to come out and enjoy the variety of music. There will be big band, swing, rock, pop, country, and more. Free refreshments will be served, too. For more information, call Lydia McCauley at (517) 726-0633. Preschool story hour scheduled for Oct. 13 SO WHY TRUST JUST ANY COMPANY TO INSURE IT? Don’t trust just anyone to insure vour car, see me: - Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, MI 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 STATE FARM INSURANCE Like a good neighbor. State Fann is there.* Slate Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company (not in NJ) -Stole Form-Indemnity Company (NJ) • Homo Offices: Bloomington, Illinois Janice Crane will conduct a preschool story hour along with activities and the library. The first of which will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, from 10 to 11 a.m. and run every second Saturday of each month. Stories will be followed by activities such as songs, games or art activities. The first. theme will be “Fall.” Please sign up early. THE FAMILY OF Cleone Knoll wishes to thank all who helped care for her. Especially the Ackley's. We thank the nurses at Thor­ napple Manor for their kind­ ness and caring. We thank Rev. Sue Trowbridge for her comforting words. Our thanks to Betty Pierce and Caroline Seidl for their beau­ tiful music. Thanks to Maple Valley Chapel for their direction with the arrangements. We also thank Peace UMW ladies for the lovely luncheon. Thanks to our friends and relatives for the memorial contributions, food, calls, cards and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you all. Alton & Irene Knoll & family. Geneva Knoll & family. Jim & Delores & family. Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. $250 a month. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1-888-5388900. 2 BEDROOM farm house in country, (517)852-9386 after 5pm. COUNTRY HOME on Lawrence Hwy. between Vermontville and Nashville. 3 Bedroom, washer and dryer hookup, large yard, $550 plus utilities, deposit and references. (517)726-1153 NASHVILLE: 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, upstairs. (517)852-0852 (517)852-0852 Recreation KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 Beautifully Wooded Acres short drive to State Land, Manistee River, snowmobile Trails. Ideal home site or recreation spot. Driveway, cleared site, electric. $25,900, $500 down, $320/mo, 11% land contract, www.northerlandco.com for photos and survey of Spruce Lane. Northern Land Company, 1800-968-3118. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate _ 227 .N ... MA..I.N w —ST., DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729.________________ MECHANIC TO REPAIR Semi Trailers. Must have own hand tools and transportation. . Send resume to: Ad #182, c/o The Reminder, PO Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058 THE NASHVILLE, CASTLETON, Maple Grove Ambulance Service has openings for anyone interested in becoming an EMT or Paramedic. Paid training for qualified personnel. For more information call, (517)852-9661. Pets FREE PAIR of pretty Para­ keets with the purchase of a cage. Fully equipped with dishes & water tubes, $35 each. Have 2, (517)852-3955 evenings. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service SH V ILLE .N ..A >W. . V ■ Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com REALTOR JHU.S. Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................ Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACK­ TOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details............ (VL-138) CHOICE OF 5 BUILDING PARCELS (CONTRACT TERMS) PRICES RECENTLY REDUCEDI LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central Fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring fir cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info". Near Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed, surveyed fir have driveway permits. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 6 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED fit DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seed­ ed to alfalfa hay fie are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!!. (VL-134-137) ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must see!l (CH-141) Small town grocery featuring "full service" meat counter. Owners are too busy to keep up with growing business. If you want to be your own boss here is your opportunity!! Call Nyle for private showing (V-144) PRICE REDUCED!! IMMEDIATE POSSESSION IN VERMONTVILLE Older 2 story, 5 bedroom home. Many recent improve­ ments, charming mature lot with fruit trees, 24x40 pole barn (cement floor fir sepa­ rate electric). Call Nyle for all the details. (V-142) STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. ' (N-147) 40 ACRES! Beautiful rolling parcel w/pond, 1/4 mile off blacktop road, walkout sites possible. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-131) SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS!! SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON 2+ WOODED ACRES Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home, 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "info". ^Ct^^ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 25, 2001 - Page 6 Garage Sale Mobile Homes FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 35 Dealerships in the State of Michigan. We have over 500 lot models we need to move. All of them to be sold at cost. Save thousands!!! Call for Details 1-888-538­ 8900. This is no gimmick. Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, Sept. 30th. Rain or shine, 400 ex­ hibitors, a great selection of antiques. Don't miss this last big show of 2001. Located at the fairgrounds right in Alle­ gan, Mich. 7:30am-4:00pm. Business Services HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 HASTINGS BANNER SUB­ SCRIPTIONS: Phone (616)945-9554. Community Notices SPAGHETTI SUPPER TO benefit the Bellevue and Ma­ ple Valley Scholarship Fund, September28th, 5:00­ 7:00pm, Kalamo Masonic Temple. $5.00 for adults. Sponsored by Kalamo East­ ern Star. 2 5 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Friday & Saturday, 9am4pm. Infant-4+ boy and girl clothes, toys, household items, men & women cloth­ ing and more. Too much to list. 405 Center Court, Nashyille. ___________■ HUGE MOVING SALE: Photography,, fumtiure, toys, home decor and more. Friday 28th, Saturday 29th 8am-6pm; Sunday the 30th lpm-5pm. 236 W. 3rd St., Vermontville.____________ YARD SALE: September 28th & 29th, 109 Lentz Street, Nashville. Lots' of kids clothes, baby items, some­ thing for everyone! GET MORE NEWS! Sub­ scribe to the Hastings Ban­ ner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Phone (616)945-9554. THE PUTNAM DISTRICT LIBRARY IS NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS NEW HOMES STARTING at $22,900. Payments can be as low as $199 W.A.C. Call New Tradition Homes at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. ______________ ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. ___________ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604_________ FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 FOR THE POSITION OF Real Estate LIBRARY DIRECTOR RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1 /2 baths. Located oh a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 No phone calls, please. Applications and job descriptions are available at the library, 327 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml. Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; H fl Tuesday: 4:00 to 8:00 pm and ? ffT | [j ||^\ Saturdays 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. 4^1 |j NEW! an(* In Stock A 400 63100 $15" Normea^T A 400 CHILDREN’S JR. ARCTIC PAC INSULATED 8” Leather Top Pac 63100 NORTHERNER JUNIOR INSULATED Olive 3-Eyelet Pac Rugged Light Brown leather uppers. Light­ weight TPR injection molded bottom and trac­ tion lug outsole. Removable soft felt insulating liner. Built-in THERMOLITE insulation. Re­ movable fleece-lined insole. Heel kick-off. Comfort rated to -10°. 100% waterproof pull-on pac. Pliable, all-rubber construction. Built-in foam insulation. Pebble Grip self-cleaning sole. Easy on & off fabric lin­ ing. Removable cushion insole. Steel shank for . additional support. Children’s whole sizes 9-12 Youth’s whole sizes 13-6 S1O" 63001 A 476 SUMMIT Brown 10” 100% Waterproof Pac Storm Chief CHILDREN’S BOOTS 63001 STORM CHIEF Black 100% waterproof pull-on pac. “Fire Helmet" in­ signia. Pebble Grip self-cleaning sole. Remov­ able cushion insole. Steel shank for additional support. Children’s whole sizes 5-13 5EWVU5 21012 s24" Northert^ OVER-THE-FOOT T346 Non-insulated 17" Olive Insulated Hi-Strap Pack High Abrasion Trac Tread sole. Contoured an­ kle-fit comfort. Shovel Shank reinforcing strip. FOOT FORM contour insole. Polymeric foam insulation. Men's whole sizes 5-15 OVER-THE-FOOT BOO TS 21812 INSULATED 16” Olive 4-Eyelet Pac Heavy Trac Tread sole and heel. Polymeric foam insulation. Made in USA. Whole sizes 5-13 homstow 14 LUMBER & HARDWARE L Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Miscellaneous AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE: Jeanne Helm­ hold, Representative. 888­ 445-4909, Www.naseweb.com/jeannehelmhold.htd NationalAds A476 Rugged Brown oil-tanned waterproof American leather upper. Black rubber bottom. Durable ALPHA GBX outsole. Removable boot Jiner with 200 grams of TH1NSULATE insulation in a 3/8" polymeric foam wrap. 8mm insulating felt midsole for additional warmth. Black PU padded collar for comfort. RANGER-heel kick off for easy on and off. Steel shank for addi­ tional support. Non-catching speed laces. 100% WATERPROOF. Comfort rated to -50“ F. Men’s whole sizes 7-14 Brieann Treolar (14) appears to have the inside track for this rebound against Dansville last Thursday evening. However, Maple Valley lost the game in overtime and Treolar fouled out in the fourth quarter. Details were not made available. (Photo by Perry Hardin) jinior The Outdoor Tradition. Children’s whole sizes 11-6 Lions drop hoop contest VISA 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com BUILDING/CONSTURCTION LABORER-TO 20/HR + overtime. Trainees/skilled needed now! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. CABLE/HOME HOOK-UPTO 19.23/HR. Lots of hours. Entry level. Major Co. Start Now! (616)949-2424 Jobline. CAFETERIA/FOOD SERV­ ICE WORKER-TO 12/hr + benefits. Entry/skilled level. Full & part time. Needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. FASHION MODELS-TO 50/HR. Runway/catalog! Male/Female. Entry level. Needed Now! (616)949-2424 Jobline HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/CLERICALTO 12.50/HR + great bene­ fits. General office duties. Great advancement poten­ tial. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. PACKAGE/EXPRESS/DELIVERY DRIVER-TO 800/WK + benefits. Small cargo-truck. Training pro­ vided. Daily route. Hiring now! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. ROAD WORK/EQUIPMENT OPERATOR-TO 17/hr + great benefits. Lots of OT. Training/skilled. Ma­ jor Co. Interview Now! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. Hangar Dance set for Saturday in Charlotte Gino Lucci of Nashville is organizing a Hanger Dance at the Charlotte airport from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29. Portions of the proceeds will go tQ an air museum that he would like to build there and another portion will go to "the victims of the terrorist attacks. Call Gino Lucci at (616) 838-0423 for more details. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 is. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC . Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products Richard J. Ewing ~ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 25, 2001 - Page 7 Lions take to the air to win 39-0 rout by: Jon Gambee If this publication reported that Maple Valley rushed for 131 yards and passed for 169 against most any opponent, one might think that the Lions were beaten. One might be wrong. Maple Valley, noted for its grinding ground attack, did indeed rush for only 131 yards against Web­ berville Friday and the Li­ ons passed for 169 yards. But three of those passes were for touchdowns and with the ground attack scoring twice, the Lions had an easy time of it, scoring a 39-0 Southern Michigan Athletic Associ­ ation (SMAA) victory. The win enabled Maple Valley to remain unde­ feated (5-0 overall and 3-0 in the conference) and with Olivet suffering its first loss of the season, 33­ 22 at the hands of Leslie, the Lions find themselves all alone atop the confer­ ence standings. "Webberville put just about everybody they had on the line to stop our run­ ning game and we were forced to pass," said Maple Valley Coach Gun* ther Mittelstaedt. "We were unable to run. tackle to tackle but our kids re­ sponded well and everyone stepped up. Middlestaedt, who ad­ heres to the philosophy that when you pass the football only three things can. happen and two of them are bad, took a chance this night and his team's ability to adjust paid off big time. "Our offensive line blocked well and protected the quarterback, giving us the time we needed to PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 0125 All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are' hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. pDAW Da AsWs . AAnd Anndd, ixrtfhthp iwxrittfhh tth hpe out­ standing effort our defense put forth, we were success­ ful." Quarterbacks Darin Thrun and Jeremy Weiser combined for only nine passes, actually, not ex­ actly an onslought of air power, but they completed seven. Still, it was the ground game and a tough defense that led the charge, as Maple Valley scored twice in the first quarter, both times via the run. With 7:05 left in the first quarter Jim Hirneiss scored from 10 yards but and six minutes later at the 1:07 mark, Eric Smith scored on a three-yard run. Brandon Hopkins gave the Lions great field posi­ tion by recovering a Spar­ tan fumble on their 31-yard line and Thrun made the most of it with a 29-yard scoring strike to John Ter­ berg with 10:25 left in the second quarter. Eric Smith scored twice more in the waning minutes of the first half, first on a 61-yard pass from Thrun and then with only 40 seconds left, on a 48-yard run. Isaac Franco kicked the extra point fol­ lowing Smith's first score and Jeff Taylor closed out the scoring in the first half with an extra point follow­ ing Thrun's 61-yard scoring pass to Smith. That made it 32-0 at the half-and-when Weiser hit Jeff Taylor with a 16-yard touchdown at the 8:12 mark, the running clock started and time began running out bn Web- bervi_l_le. Franco's second extra point kick closed put the scoring. As in most Maple Val­ ley victories, defense and execution made the differ­ ence, Mittelstaedt said. "Our defense was out­ standing. Our third team defense put on a great goal line stand in the second half, hold Webberville out of the end zone when they had first and goal at the two," he said. "And we played almost errorless ball throughout the game. We had only one penalty for five yards the entire 48 minutes, When you can play de­ fense like that and not make any crucial mis­ takes, you can usually win." That outstanding de­ fense was led by Zack Borce with 11 tackles. Ja­ son Silsbee and Jeremy Weiser each had eight and Brian Dunlap chipped in with six. Thrun finished the night early, completing five of six. passes for 149 yards and Weiser was two for three for 20 yards. Smith was the leading ball carrier with 68 yards on 10 carries. Tom Patrick had 22 yards in four carries and Jimmy Hirneiss had 19 yards in only three carries. A This week the Lions will travel to Dansville for a 7 p.m. contest. Their 5-0 record virtually assures kVern's them of another playoff chance and a victory over the Aggies will make it of­ ficial. Repair & Sport Your Store For Fis/t-n-Fun It’s Time To Get Your Boat or Pontoon Ready For Winter We Can Winterize Shrink Wrap and Winter Storage. Call for details today. FALL HOURS:MON. - SAT. 7:30 A M. TO 5:30 P.M.; SUN. 7:30 A.M. - 12 NOON At the corner of M-66 & M-5O - Woodbury 517-566-8353 • Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com NOW CALL TOLL FREE 1-877-717-1019 LAWN & GARDEN SERVICE PROGRAM 2. Check engine speed'' 1. Inspect belts for wear, adjust tension — -------- 3. Replace spark plug(s), adjust gap 4. Replace air filter 5. Check battery voltage and continuity Putnam Library plans Internet policy hearing . The Putnam District’ Library will have a public hearing from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, in the. library, 327 N. Main St., Nashville. The hearing will deal with all aspects of the Putnam District Library Internet pol­ icy concerning minors and measures taken to restrict minors access to materials harmful to them. Comments maybe faxed at 517-852-07.78 or e-mailedF to: putman@iserv.net by those unable to attend. 6. Change and dispose of oil and replace filter 7. Grease' axle and mower spindles 8. Test operation of brakes, carburetor and transmission 12. Check tire tread and pressure 11. Test operation of safety systems 10. Scrape built-up debris from under mower deck 9. Sharpen blades Take advantage of our 50 point service special. Keep your lawn mower, garden tractor or compact tractor in tip-top condition with these bene­ fits! Free pickup and delivery within a 20 mile radius * (excludes walk behind mowers/snowblowers) Engine service including oil/filter, air filters, spark plugs, fuel filter (see diagram) Complete check of safety system Service mower deck including leveling of the deck and blade sharpening In addition, we will change your machine over to your snow handling equipment if desired at same time as service inspection for no extra charge. PRICES => $49.00 For walk behind mowers, snowblowers => $139 for Riding lawn equipment => $159 for Lawn & Garden tractors (excluding diesel and fuel injected models) $189 for Compact Utility Tractors, Front-Mounted Commercial mowers, Diesel and fuel injected Garden Tractors Contact Fillmore Equipment of Hastings today to schedule your equipment for its annual checkup! Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair "270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Offer valid until February 28,2002 Mich. !-'c- #23-1748 EQUIPMENT, INC. 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Q John Deere Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 Fillmore This Mout-of-season” special is the best value of the year to keep your machine running trouble free! Call 616-945-95X6 today to sign up your machine. T. 616.945.9526 F.616.945.5958 www.fillmoreeq.comfillmore@fillmoreeq.com HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 25,2001 - Paae 8 PHOTO Attorney General ordered to Center hand over records on local man Get your special summerphotos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1 -Hour Service additional NOW ONLY.. panoramic 4x7 APS Processing 4x6 25 EXPOSURE Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: SINGLESET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT ▼k w[l<l Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net We can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives $495 5x8 - $2.50 8x10 as low as... and Super Poster Size Prints! rints! ■ Business Cards Rubber Stamps Self-lnkinsll» Ma^f°°r Check our prices^ I Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color $ -IfQv5 0 250 1-color as low as 1 COLOR TO 4 COLOR E 43” WIDE X NECESSARY Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays & more! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 . . GwBarn OPEN MON ■ FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A Barry County judge given the Michigan Attor­ ney General's office until the end of October to hand over text files stored on computer hard drives seized from a Nashville man accused of operating a fee-based, child pornog­ raphy website. Michaeal Wayne Komejan will be the first person in Michigan history to be tried on racketeering charges resulting from an alleged criminal enterprise over the Internet when his trial starts in Barry County Circuit Court Nov. 26. "This case is unlike any other case I've ever had regarding criminal discov­ ery," said Komejan's attor­ ney, Raymond Buffmeyer of Charlotte. Komejan is set to be tried on 38 child pornogra­ phy and racketeering charges relating to the op­ eration of the former Lolitaskin.com website. Michigan Attorney General Jennfer Granholm has said the site contained more than 2,000 images, 51 of which have been identified as child porno­ graphic material. According to Assistant Attorney General Kelly Carter, 30,000 to 50,000 images were stored onKomejan's 36-gigabyte computer hard drives. ■Referring to the pictures considered questionable by the Attorney General "onehalf to one percent of his total product for sale is al­ leged to be child pornog­ raphy," said Buffmeyer. Though Buffmeyer has argued for copies of the photos, he was only al­ lowed to view the 51 in question in his office dur­ ing a 24-hour period earlier this year. Barry County District Judge Gary Hol­ man had ruled that the photos are contraband and can not be handed over to the defense. The images, . said Buffmeyer, were acciden­ tally downloaded to Komejan's computer because "he didn't look at them, he didn't know they were kids." After conceding that the could not have copies of the photos, Buffmeyer pressed the court for per­ mission to obtain the text files. "I'm defending this man of racketeering and if the court denies me access to the information in those hard drives relating to business records, I will have no defense exhibits," said Buffmeyer to Circuit Judge James Fisher during a motion hearing Thursday. "I don't know if those hard drives contain his accounts, advertising, con­ tacts, IPOs or the possibil­ ity that the FBI looked at this site and said it was okay." Buffmeyer said if his motion was denied, "the jury would only see their (attorney general's) ver­ sion of the crime and that's the only reason they're denying us access because they want to win," said Buffmeyer. "They're not concerned about due pro­ cess." Buffmeyer even accused the prosecution of using tactics that are "politically motivated," referring to the fact that Michigan Attor­ ney General Jennifer Granholm is a Democratic candidate for governor in the 2002 general election. According to Buffmeyer, his previous request for copies of the text files was denied by the Attorney General's Office. "They said they were not germain to the case," said Buffmeyer. "They're reason is, its all intermingled in the computer. They don't want to give us the pic­ tures, fine, give us the other stuff." Carter argued that Komejan's hard drives con­ tain 36 gigabytes of stored, ditigal evidence. "That's literally thou­ sands, and thousands and thousands of pages of in­ formaton that would have to printed out," said Carter. "One gigabyte equals about 20,000 printed pages." Buffmeyer said his of­ fice has given the Attorney General's office six giga­ bytes of hard disks for the purpose of copying the text files for the defense. "My client has pur­ chased enough hard drive space to download it," said Buffmeyer. Carter continued to ar­ gue that copying the text files would be "a time consuming and burden­ some task" requiring up to 20 hours ofwork. "We’d fyave to pick out the contraband images," she said. "It's like a needle in a haystack. "Let's say you've got 10 pieces of evidence, you can't pick out one piece and copy the other nine onto another hard drive?" asked the judge. "You'd hve to copy this bit and skip that bit," she said. "I think a better solu­ tion would be for the de­ fendant to review the evi­ dence at our office. We'd be happy to provide that as long as it's nof contrabad or burdensome." Carter said that offer to let the defense review the evidence at a neutral site in Lansing "has been on the table for months." Though Carter argued that it could take 20 to 30 hours to glean the relevant files, Buffmeyer claimed that "my client created those hard drives. He could do it in less than a day. It's just documents, letter and e-mails," said Buffmeyer. "It's benign information." Teens bound over for rape charge Two Holland area teens accused of raping a 13year-old girl at the Thor­ napple Lake Estates mo­ bile home park in Castelton Township Aug. 29 were bound over to Barry County Circuit Court Fri­ day after a district court preliminary examination;. Authorities say Fran­ cisco Javier Garcia of Hol­ land and Ricardo Rene Flores of Holland, both 16, are accused of beating the girl, forcing her to perform sexual acts on them, hold­ ing her against her will and threatening to hurt her if she reported the alleged crimes. The boys have been waived to adult court to faces two counts each of first degree criminal sex­ ual conduct, two counts each of blackmail, two counts each of kidnapping and one count each of, as­ sault with intent to commit sexual penetration. They will both be arraigned in Circuit Court to­ day and both are already scheduled to be tried on the charges on Oct. 15, 16 and 19. They are being held $20,000, 10-percent bond in the Ottawa County Youth Home. Victim advocates sought by county The Eaton County Sher­ iff’s Department is looking for citizens to becomee members of the Victim Advocate Unit. Interested individuals must be available for call­ outs during daytime hours, ft Training will be held five consecutive Wednesday evenings starting Oct. 10 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Eaton County Sheriff’s De­ partment. Victim advocate volun- teers render assistance to citizens/victims and their fami­ lies in a myriad of ways, whether it’s holding their hand, giving a hug, wiping a tear or lending a calming voice and are called upon by law enforcement, EMS, and Fire Department agencies county-wide. Anyone interested should contact Jerri Nesbitt at 543­ 3512, extension 390, or 372­ 8271, extension 390. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-10-02.pdf 5302348aa1c3c69c6229a8b6227935b1 PDF Text Text prsrtstd us POSTAGE PAID HASTINGS. Ml PERMIT NO, 7 HASTINGS PUBLIC LiBRAAY 121 S CHURCH ST MAST IN QS Mi 1833 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 40/0ctober 2, 2001 Senior homecoming court includes students (from left) Jason Graham, Megan McCauley, Nicholas Jones, Ashley Fox, John Terberg, and not available for photo, Lizzie Sundrala. Homecoming court for 9-11 grades includes (back row, from left) Kyle Musser, Jonathan Denton, Jeff Bowman, (front, left) Heidi McCrimmon, Rachelle Drallette, and Kydra Root. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A flurry of activities are under way this week in preparation for Maple Val­ ley High School's annual homecoming celebration. The week of activites will culminate in a home­ coming parade, a varsity football game against Bellevue on Friday night and a dance. The theme this year is "Wonderful World of Dis­ ney." Activites are planned during noon at the high school, including many different games. Each day the students will dress up for things such as pajama day, theme day, class col­ ors and dress up. Each class has a color, the freshman red, the sophomores black, the ju­ niors purple, and the se­ niors, green. Along with the colors, each 'class has a theme. The freshman's theme is "Toy Story," the sopho­ mores "The Jungle Book," the juniors "101 Dalma­ tians" and the seniors "The Lion King." The parade will start at 5:30 Friday evening and everyone is welcome. The homecoming courts have been annouced. On the senior court is Jason Graham, Megan Mc­ Cauley, Nicholas Jones, Ashley Fox, John Terberg and Lizzie Sundrala. On the rest of the high school court is Kyle Musser, Jonathan Denton, Jeff Bowman, Heidi Mc­ Crimmon, Rachelle Drallette and Kyndra Root. Nashville council president resigns after 8 1/2 years by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer After 8 1/2 years on the Nashville Village Council, Carroll Wolff resigned as president last Thursday night. In his letter of resigna­ tion, effective Oct. 4, Wolff said, "Considering the general operation of the village council and some departments within the village, I find it advis­ able (to resign)...It has been my intent as a coun­ cil member to work within the best interest of the res­ idents and village of Nashville. Thank you for . Former official says Nashville Council violates Open Meetings Act by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Former council woman Bonnie White came to the Nashville Village Council meeting last Thursday, claiming the. village has been violating the Open Meetings Act. She said she received three calls in the past month about violations, including committee meet­ ings that are not being posted, discussions includ­ ing a quorum taking place at local restaurants and trips being taken with a quorum of council mem­ bers that has not been posted. White cited the Open Meetings Act, saying, "You should not be dis­ cussing village business with a quorum unless it has been posted as a meet­ ing." She said she had copies pf minutes from meetings that had not been posted. "If you find yourself hav­ ing coffee at Clay's in a quorum with your commit­ tee you are not allowed to discuss business. That should be discussed at the open meeting during roundtable...That's why it's there. "If a person finds you in violation and (takes you to court) and you are found guilty of a misdemeanor, that person can recover court costs from you, and you can be fined up to $1,000. This is a serious offense," White said, "and should be taken to heart." "Well, if anyone has that information they should go to the prosecu­ tor's office with it," said council member Steve Wheeler. “Keep your busi­ ness in the council room, not in the pizza parlor, not in the coffee shop, not on the phone, but in the council room so that we know what is going on... you are accountable to the public...” - Bonnie White "I don't want to go to the prosecutor's office. I just want you to be aware," she replied. Council President Car­ roll Wolff said, "Most at­ torneys say that committee meetings don't have to be posted." "Well, according to the Open Meetings Act, they should be posted in a timely manner," White said. "Well, why don't you test that theory and go to the prosecutor's office," said Wheeler. "You know Steve," said White, "you always have something condescending to say when people from the public come in to comment. I am coming out here to help you stay out of trouble, and I know there are some new people on council who might not know about this. "Village business is held in a public meeting be­ cause we as taxpayers have a right to know how you make your .decisions See open meetings, pg. 2 your assistance and coop­ eration." When asked after the meeting if he would like to elaborate on his decision, Wolff declined. His resignation followed a meeting of accusations, claims that the village has violated the Open Meet­ ings Act, and more than one council member commenting on the "ten­ sion, and negativity" about the operation of the village and council. Wolff was thanked by the Council for his village work over the years. "Today was an extremely difficult day," said Wolff, noting he received a phone call from someone he did not name who "thought I was not doing a good job". It's just not worth it to me anymore. "I have talked with peo­ ple who have tension and worries about where the village is going," he added. Wolff praised village Treasurer Lois Elliston and Clerk Cathy Lentz for their dedication to the job. Council member Karen Betts talked about the Carroll Wolff "tension." "This whole village is at each other's throats," she said. "What happened to everyone working together. This is disheartening. I hear about private meet­ ings...! hear about coffee chats," she said, adding that she works in the vil­ lage and people come to her to talk about these problems. "I think that's the prob­ lem," said council member Steve Wheeler. "It's not accurate; you are hearing it second hand." In This Issue Nashville committee considers combining clerk, office manager duties Police raid nets crop of marijuana plants Lions go back to basics, clinch playoff berth Nashville VFW is burglary target three times �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 2,2001 - Page 2 Open Meetings Act, continued from front page because we vote you into office, and need you to be held accountable for your decisions. Keep your busi­ ness in the council room, not in the pizza parlor, not the coffee shop, not on the phone, but in the council room so that we know what is going on...you are accountable to the public taxpayer." "It needs to be done pub­ licly because that is the law," she said. Another resident brought Up the subject of village business being talked about by council members in restaurants. Jan Jarman said she re­ ceived a call from some­ one, who said his name was Mr. Boomer, about a council member sitting in a restaurant talking about the police department. She said this man who called her was not anyone she knew and was calling her with the pretext of asking about the business in the village. She said after he talked, she hung up on him because she thought he "had no business" calling her. "He said that'a council member, and I am not go­ ing to name name's and get into trouble with it, was saying how they wanted to get rid of the po­ lice department so that they could give the DPW (Department of Public Works) a raise," Jarman said. Jarman said the incident the caller discussed hap­ pened last Tuesday morn­ ing at Clay's Diner. H"I think that is pitting the departments against each other," she said. She said she did not think-the council members should be talking about such things in a restaurant. Wheeler said, "It sounds like a crank call....none of it sounds believable." "Well, I have been there before, and I have heard them talking," she said. Wheeler asked for more details, and said she was not going to "get in trou­ ble" for providing more. Jarman then said it hap­ pened at about 10 a.m. at Clays, and that this man had claimed it was coun­ cilman Ralph Kirk, who made the remark about the police department. Kirk categorically denied it, arid said he went fishing that day and left the restaurant at 7 a.m. He said he can only be held accountable for the things he does say and his actions. Maple Valley graduate earns scholarship from WMU Jason C. Carrigan of Vermontville was one of 26 students who successfully competed against hundreds of top graduating seniors in the Class of 2001 to win prestigious Medallion Scholarships to begin their studies at Western Michigan University this fall. The scholarships, each valued at $32,000 over four years, are the highest honor the university can bestow to an incoming freshman. Each award bears the name ofthe scholarship donor or the name of an individual in whose name the scholarship was established. The 26 recipients were selected following a compe­ tition in which only this yearns top applicants were invited to participate. The recipients, who have a col­ lective grade point average of 4,19 and an average American College Test score 31, competed against 720 talented high school seniors from 329 high schools in 13 states. Carrigan, a Maple Valley High School graduate and computer science major, won the Robert and Chris­ tine Hammond Medallion. The recipients were select­ ed based on their participa­ tion in the 17th annual Medallion Scholarship Competition this past winter at WMU. It included essay writing and group problem solving for the students as well as information sessions for their parents. To be invited to compete, students had to apply to WMU by Dec. 31 and have a grade point average in high Your homeowners policy comes with something extra eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. ^luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 nician at his high school, set­ ting up, trouble shooting and repairing computers. He also served on his church’s youth group board for three years as well as played guitar for the group and for church ser­ vices. For Sale FOR SALE: PUMPKINS $1 each. Little's Country Store at Thornapple Lake public access. (517)852-9152 Jason C. Carrigan SEARS WASHER & G.E. Dryer, asking $150 for both. Call (616)948-1902 after 7pm on Mon., Tues., Wed., & be­ fore 12pm on Thurs. & Fri. school of at least 3.8 and an American College Test (ACT) Score of at least 25. Real Estate This ‘year’s competition RAVENNA/COOPERincluded 337 students with SVILLE: 8 year old 2 story perfect 4.0 GPAs and 159 home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ students who scored 30 or rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1/2 baths. Located on a corhigher on the ACT. Carrigan is the' son of ner lot, 2 stall unattached gaThomas and Kathy rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 Carrigan. Selected for “Who’s Who” in 1998, 1999 WATERFRONT LAND for and 2000, he participated in sale, 10 acres in Berrien the drama club for three County, Michigan, only 1 mile' from Lake Michigan, years and was a member of beach & 1-196 exit 7. On Har­ the marching and concert ris Lake, a private deep, bands as a freshman arid the clean inland lake. Excellent jazz band as a sophomore. building site with great In addition, Carrigan view, asking $80,000. worked as a computer tech- (616)468-6667 ■" 1stt P 1 Penny S Supper of the Season! OCTOBER 6*" J Nashville VFW Auxiliary 8260 Serving from 5:30-7 p.m. ■ Menu is: Chop Suey & Swiss Steak LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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 ........ 1 a.m. Evening Worship.... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. Sunday School .............9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship ................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ........... 6:45 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 ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study arid many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 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 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 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 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Phone:. (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ....................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 10 Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class............................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH . Worship Service .9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 0.a.m. W.orship . . .'................. •'. .11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Senrices: m. Morning Prayer 1:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with' the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville • Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 2, 2001 - Page 3 Committee considers combining clerk, officer manager duties by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Steve Wheeler, head of the finance committee on the Nashville Village Council, said the committee is looking into combining the positions of office manager and clerk. He said the possibility is being looked into be.cause of concerns that have arisen about who is supposed to handle certain duties. Sandy Harvey is the office manager, and Cathy Lentz is clerk. About six months ago Lentz left as office manager. Council president Carroll Wolff read a letter to the council from Harvey at the meeting. The letter states in part, "As you are all aware there have been some discrepancies between the job description I was given when I applied, the- job description I was given by Cathy Lentz and the Clerk HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 6pm $5.00 Students A Late Shows Fri & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills 1 ,2S< Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM Oct. 6th & 7th CHICKEN RUN (G) SHOWTIMES 10/2-10/4 Q DON'T SAY A WORD (R) DICITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 1:30,4:00,7:00.9:15 THE MUSKETEER (PG-13) oigital/staoium seating 1:00, 3:05, 5:10, 7:15, 9:20 RAT RACE (PG-13) 1:10, 3:10, 5:20, 7:25, 9:25 THE OTHERS (PG-13) 1:05, 3:10, 5:15, 7:20, 9:30 PS Bag of Buttery Popcorn one per ad © Hastings 4 nr fj fj 1 ■ WWW.GQTI.COM S ■ duties. I initially asked Carroll on March 23, 2001 for clearly defined job duties. He asked for copies of the job descriptions I was given and told me he would get back to me. On March 26, 2001 Ralph and Carroll and I sat down and had a converstation about my job duties once again. At that time Ralph asked if I would be interested in taking over the Clerk's position and I declined. In June 2001, Steve and I had several converstations regarding my duties and on July 17, 2001 I gave him a proposal for the seperating of Clerk and Office Manager duties. At this time, I have had no acknowledgment of that proposal, nor have I gotten any clearly defined job duties. As I told Steve last week, I would like to be considered for the Clerk/Office Manager. There are still five months until the end of the fiscal year and I am confident that I can learn the duties in this amount of time." During committee reports, Wheeler said, "It's basically quibbling over who is supposed to do what." Council member Frank Dunham said, "How clear are the job descriptions?" "The current ones are accurate," said Wheeler. "But we are working on a combined job description." Council member Karen Betts said she has seen three different job descriptions for the job as office manager. "There have been some problems that have arisen over the split job issue," said Wheeler, who said he was not comfortable discussing personnel issues in an open meeting. "Well, are these personnel or performance issues, because we can talk about performance," Dunham said. "It was advised before, (not to combine the positions, and now to turn around six'months later and want to do it is confusing," said Dunham. Paying too much for car insurance? ’*** Get affordable coverage from State Farm. See me to find out why State Farm insures one out of every five cars on the road today. A.M. Best Private Passenger Automobile Market Share by % of Direct Premium Source: Best's Review, Property/Casualty Edition, July 1998. CAM. Best Company, 1998. Used by permission. Hastings, Ml 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Slate Faim Mutual Aulotnobile Insurance Company (nol in NJ) Stale Farm Indemnity Company HI • Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois www.slalefaim.com "No decision is being made," said Wheeler. "We are getting a job description together and will come back with a proposal." Wheeler said he would step down from the finance committee if someone could do a better job.. Dunham said his job was not being questioned, "I am just asking about how the situation got to where it has out of curiosity. In other business at the meeting, the council: • Heard the USDA water grant funds are tied up in legislation because of bills being put into the forefront in the wake of the terrorist attacks. Council agreed to continue ahead with the project hoping the legislation would go through soon. • Approved Nashville Police Officer Jeff Miller to attend EMT training and agreed to pay half of the cost at $275. The other half will be paid by Nashville ambulance. Miller would not be paid by both entities at one time. He could be called on an emergency basis and also attend the school on his own time. The training was paid for under the contingency that Miller repay the village back if he decides to leave the village in the next year. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 3 Cheeseburger, broccoli/ cheese, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk Thursday, Oct. 4 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza, green beans, peaches, fortune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 5 Taco, whole kernel com, fruit cocktail, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct. 8 Nachos, green beans, pear halves, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct. 9 Hot dog, baked beans, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Friday, Oct. 5 Choose One - Burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel corn, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Monday, Oct. 8 Choose One - Nachos, piz­ za, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 9 Choose One - Double dogs, cheeseburger, -pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, baked beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. • Printed Rayon Challis $ j ...$5.29/yd, Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu •New Calico ~ Great for Quilts S S • Wednesday, Oct. 3 Choose One - Grilled cheese sandwich, pizza, chicken sandwich, burger bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, tomato soup, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 4 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. Microfiber Seersucker Plaid Oriental Prints ~ Beautiful QUESTIONS: jf X9 ask us... 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 । OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; Hulst Sign-ups for youth basketball end Oct. 15 Maple Valley Youth Basketball fourth through sixth grade boys and girls traveling teams are holding their sign-up period between now and Oct. 15. A $15 participation fee is required for every player. Maple Valley Youth Basketball sign-up forms are available at local schools, or parents can attend sign-up night at the Maple Valley High School Cafeteria on Monday, Oct. 15 at 7:00. Practices begin in November and will be held a maximum of three days a week, depending on gym availability. Games begin Nov. 17 and continue every Saturday through the middle of February, excluding the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Parents are responsible for providing transportation to and from practices and games. Participating schools last year included Maple Valley, Olivet, Leslie, Bellevue, Lansing Christian and Springport. If you are interested in coaching or providing other volunteer service, or you have any questions or concerns, contact Keith Jones, Maple Valley Youth Basketball President, at 852­ 1901. AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER i j FIISSUIK TiUTto ig>Ki Cabinets Fiberglass Insulation Celotex g insulation Conic no omnec.to .quality Andersen. Plywood Lumber Plumbing Supplies use L 1 Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Iflini Hand & Power Tools Paints oak Pine Molding ROOfS Crete & Supply <•> WolverineTechnologies . Time for New Siding? I DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" HOMETOWN! LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 2, 2001 Page 4 Vermontville child development center has new owner by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Little Friends Child Development Center in Vermontville is under the new ownership of Sheryl Norton and has changed a bit. It is now a Christian­ based child care center, said Norton. "We have Bible reading and teach character. "We use the Character First curriculum, taking a character value each month and focusing on it. By teaching this we think it will help them be suc­ cessful in kindergarten and beyond," she said. "Be­ yond that we have weekly themes. Right now we are focused on autumn." Norton said, "We have a program here that works on the whole child. Our room is divided into different subjects and themes...We have a construction area, a dramatic play and house­ keeping area, a science corner, a language and writing skills corner, a big tent for story time and imaginary play, among others." Child care provider Lori Carpenter helps the children make flower arrangements. Sheryl Norton, new dirrector at The Little Friends Child Development Center in Vermontville plays with some of the kids. In the near future, an­ other change for the cen­ ter, which has programs for kids 2 1/2 to 12 years’ old, includes a full day Head Start program. Norton, who is from Lansing, said she origi­ nally planned to open a day care in the state capi­ tal. She said she heard Vermontville Annual Senior Citizens Night Tuesday, October 23rd • 7:00 p.m. • .......at the ... Congregational Church in Vermontville FREE MEAL -Serving Swiss Steak FREE ENTERTAINMENT! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Ph. 726-0670 For Reservations High school senior already works in computer repair Smith said he is em­ ployed as a computer re­ pair technician, and works on fixing broken comput­ ers. Smith said he heard about the program through Lansing Community Col­ lege and a meeting at the about one in Vermontville that was closing, and she said she "felt a calling" to come and keep it open. "There was a need here for it to be open," she said. "I want to help children meet and achieve their goals that their parents set for them." An open house was held for the public to come view the changes last Fri­ day. Automotive 1987 OLDS CALAIS: runs good, new tires, $600 firm. Call Matt after 3pm, Dow­ ling, (616)758-4269. Business Services HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. HORSE TRAILER for sale, twin axle, 2 horse, made by Flying L. Good condition, pulls real nice, asking $750. (616)945-4505 high school about the pro­ gram. He said he has been interested in computers since he was 13 years old. He explained, "I figured it was a good field to get into — and I don't see the computer field vanishing anytime soon." Calendar of Events MSU Extension Office Oct. 3 Maple Valley High School student Tim Smith is getting a head start on his career in computers. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley senior Tim Smith is getting a head start in his career by taking advantage of a School-to-Registered Ap­ prenticeship Program. For six weeks this past summer, he was employed by Eubulus Computer So­ lutions and was chosen for the company's apprentice­ ship program. The program also allows him to con­ tinue working and get cer­ tified while still in high school. Master Gardener Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Community Room Courts and Law Building. Oct. 3 Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Oct. 4 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Oct. 5 Horse Safety Sub Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., Finishing Touch. Oct. 7-13 National 4-H Week. Oct. 8 Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Oct. 15 Ag Society Annual Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Oct. 15 Vote for Fair Board Members, Expo Center. Oct. 15 Trail Committee meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Oct. 17 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Community Room Courts and Law Building. Oct. 20 Horse Judging Clinic, 10 a.m., Fred and Fran Hekstra’s Friesian Farm. Oct. 22 Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther notice. FROST HEATING & COOLING Carhartt Quality, Value & Service i Oriinal Equipment Original Euiment for the American Workers. Workers111 ARMSTRONG ree Estimates 16) 374-7595 ANNUAL SALE SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC . OCTOBER 1-13 ONLY Excavating-Trueking-Grading CarharttW Original Equipment for the American Worker* Worker*** 146 E. MAIN STREET • P.O. BOX 80 CALEDONIA, Ml 49316 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30-6; Sat. 7:30-2 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours CALEDONIA FARMERS ELEVATOR 891-8108 (517) 852-9565 Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products VISA Richard J. Ewing - �For Rent $250 a month. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. Garage Sale Lydia B. Gould LANSING Lydia B. Gould, age 29, of Lansing, formerly of Nashville died Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2001 at home. She grew up in the Nashville area andattended Nashville schools. On April 1, 1998 she married Terry Gould in Leslie, MI. She was employed at GMC for the past five years at the Oldsmobile Plant. She enjoyed cooking and reading. She had a big heart, was a giving person, loved her children and was very meticulous; Mrs. Gould is survived by her husband, Terry Gould of Mason; children,. Stephanie Mareno, Leslie Mareno, Rusty Maccardine; sister, Tina Maccardine of Nash­ ville, Rebecca Langford of St. Johns; brother, Bob Ms S 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies ■r tai 1 p, tai tainted WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Thompson of Nashville, Jimmy Maccardine; father and step-mother, Jim (Mar­ ion) Maccardine of Wiscon­ sin; mother and step-father, Lydia (Gary) Harris of Nashville; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville, MI. Three area students earn degrees at WMU Three area students were awarded degrees in June at the conclusion of the enring session at Western Michigan University. The students, their par­ ents (where noted), home­ towns, major fields of study and special aca­ demic honors, where ap­ plicable, were: • Roxanne L. Guernsey, daughter of Robert and Leslie Guernsey, bachelor of science in psychology. • Joshua J. Miller, son of James and Dena Miller of Nashville, master of arts in counseling psychology. • Jay Duane Hokanson, son of Lyle and Mark Hokanson of Vermontville, bachelor of business ad­ ministration in manage­ ment. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-909-970-7995 24 hours a day *1 days a week OST inis* (517)726-0088 For Maple Valley News 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE urn-ms! 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. THE NASHVILLE, CAS­ TLETON, Maple Grove Ambulance Service has openings for anyone inter­ ested in becoming an EMT or Paramedic. Paid training for qualified personnel. For more information call, (517)852-9661.. The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 2, 2001 - Page 5 PACKAGING/FACTORY/P NationalAds Recreation RODUCTION TO $14/hour + benefits, 2 shifts, 1982 750 VIRAGO: good AIRLINE/CUSTOMER SERVICE/COUNTER overtime, major plants, un- condition. Fairing, leather ion/non, start now, 616-949­ saddle bags, $800 firm. Call AGENT, to $15.00/hour, great benefits, many train, 2424 JOBLINE. Matt after 3pm, (616)758­ travel, needed now. 4269. VENDING COMPANY (616)949-2424 Jobline. INNEED of route drivers, to KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 CABLE/HBO/HOME, TO $19.23/hour (cube van) local Beautifully Wooded Acres S21.63/HOUR, training pro­ route, training provided, lots short drive to State Land, vided,, must not fear gs, heights, of hours. (616)949-2424 Job- Manistee River, snowmobile Trails. Ideal home site or rec­ needed now. (616)949-2424, line. Jobline Fee. reation spot. Driveway, Lost & Found cleared site, electric. $25,900, ELECTRICIAN/TRAINEES MALE $500 down, $320/mo, 11% - TO $18.00/ hour + benefits, FOUND: TIGER/CALICO kitten near land contract. www.northermajor company, permanent Shaytown & Vermontville landco.com for photos and apprenticeships, entry/skilor survey of Spruce Lane. led level, start now, 616-949­ Hwy. • (517)543-1002 Northern Land Company, 1(517)242-1861, cell. 2424 JOBLINE FEE.________ 800-968-3118. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ CLERICAL to $12.70/hour + greaat benefits, entry level, general office duties, needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline. IF YOU MUST WORK, WORK AT HOME! Build your own successful busi­ ness. Mail-order/E-Commerce. $l,000-$7,000/mo PT/FT potential. Free infor­ mation. (800)-567-4713 www.RemarkableWealth.co m PERSONAL INJURY Auto Accidents • Work Related Injuries Wrongful Death Free Consultation Sasulma-No°nrs 1*616*945*3512 Pets FREE TO GOOD HOME: kittens. Litter trained, 12 wks. old, really cute. Girl is shy, better for quiet home. Boy is a tiger, has been around small dog. After 3pm, (616)758-4269, Dow­ ling. Mobile Homes 35 Dealerships in the State of Michigan. We have over 500 lot models we need to move. All of them to be sold at cost. Save thousands!!! Call for Details 1-888-538­ 8900. This is no gimmick. NEW HOMES STARTING at $22,900. Payments can be as low as $199 W.A.C. Call New Tradition Homes at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900.____________________ ABANDONED REPO: BANK needs someone to as­ sume, will move if necessa­ ry. Call Delta Homes, 1-800­ 968-7376. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604__________ FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461__________________ ABANDONED REPO. BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 Jobs Wanted NEW DAYCARE COMING to Vermontville/Nashville area. Loves kids, reasonable rates. Call Donna (517)641­ 7792. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or­ an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.'* Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any’advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is, 1-800-927­ 9275. MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE <**“*> HMS Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 REALTOR Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES MLS. • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................................................................... 852-5066 $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring 8r cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the “info". Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bth. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". (CH-127) NEW PRICE $67,900! 3 bedroom, 1 bath home on lot in mature . city Pole barn Vermontville, w/cement floor, Won't last at this price! (V-142) Call Ryle today. Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must see!! (CH-141) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACK­ TOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details (VL-138) ' BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (H-147) Small town grocery featuring "full service" meat counter. Owners are too busy to keep up with growing business. If you want to be your own boss here is your opportunity!! Call Hyle for private (V-144) showing. azo m ao 'O' Bayne Road . CHOICE OF 5 BUILDING PARCELS(CONTRACT TERMS) PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED! ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 6 PARCELS. . SURVEYED, PERKED & DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some parcels are "wooded" Some have natural gas or range in size from 3.3 acres possible pond sites. All seed­ to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed, surveyed & have driveway ed to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for permits. Call Homer for more all the details!!. (VL-134-137) details. (VL-107/112) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for complete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. CH-126) �The Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 2,2001 - Page 6 Police raid nets crop of marijuana plants by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter More than 450 marijuana plants standing up to tightfed tall were seized from a secluded area of Assyria Township in a raid Thursday by the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police and a Michigan drug interdiction learn. Troopers Ernie Felkers and Scott Sharrar felled the crop using machetes with help from undercover offi­ cers while a surveillance plane circled overhead. The crop was first spotted by the plane, said Sharrar. "It’s the most I've ever seen," said Sharrar, who spent much of Thursday af­ ternoon cutting and the counting. "There's too much for it to be for personal use," added Felkers. "Somebody's probably dealing." The plants, many in full bud, had been well tended and were ready to be har­ vested, said police. A preliminary estimate of the crop's street value was about $450,000. Police have no suspects and an investigation into who is responsible for the crop is ongoing. Thursday afternoon. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) Rape suspect pleads not guilty to charges Francisco Garcia, 16, of Holland, pleaded not guilty in Barry County Dis­ trict Court to one count of first degree criminal sex­ ual conduct with an ac­ complice, a felony charge Michigan State Police Trooper Ernie Felkers exam­ ines the buds on a mature marijuana plant, one of more than 200 plants seized in an Assyria Township raid Thursday. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) LAWN & GARDEN SERVICE PROGRAM 2. Check engine speed 1. Inspect belts for wear, adjust tension —i ____ 3. Replace spark plug(s), adjust gap 4. Replace air titter 5. Check battery voltage and continuity 6. Change and dispose ot oil ano replace filter 7. Grease axle and mower spindles 8. Test operation of brakes, carburetor and transmission tire tread and pressure 1.Testoperationot safety systems 10. Scrape built-up debris from under mower deck 9. Sharpen blades Take advantage of our 50 point service special. Keep your lawn mower, garden tractor or compact tractor in tip-top condition with these bene­ fits! Free pickup and delivery within a 20 mile radius * (excludes walk behind mowers/snowblowers) Engine service including oil/filter, air filters, spark plugs, fuel filter (see diagram) Complete check of safety system Service mower deck including leveling ofthe deck and blade sharpening In addition, we will change your machine over to your snow handling equipment if desired at same time as service inspection for no extra charge. PRICES $49.00 For walk behind mowers, snowblowers $139 for Riding lawn equipment => $159 for Lawn & Garden tractors (excluding diesel and fuel injected models) => $189 for Compact Utility Tractors, Front-Mounted Commercial mowers, Diesel and fuel injected Garden Tractors Contact Fillmore Equipment of Hastings today to schedule your equipment for its annual checkup! This “out-of-season” special is the best value of the year to keep your machine running troublefree! Call616*945*9526 today to sign up your machine. Offer valid until February 28. 2002 Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 T616 945 9526 £616.945.5958 www.fillmoreeq.com fillmorete'fillmoreeq <om HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 that carries a maximum other is a first degree possible penalty of life in charge accusing him of us­ prison or any term of years. ing an accomplice. Garcia is accused of en­ The first degree charge gaging in sexual penetra­ carries a maximum possi­ tion with a 13-year-old girl ble penalty of life in prison using force or coercion while the third degree Aug. 29 in Castleton charge carries a maximum Township while being penalty of 15 years in aided/abetted by another prison. male. He is also charged with Original charges of kid­ one count of extortion for napping and extortion were allegedly threatening to in­ dismissed just prior to his jure the girl with intent to bindover to Circuit Court extort money or any ad­ on the criminal sexual vantage or to compel the conduct charge. person so threatened to do He is set to be tried Oct. or refrain from doing an act against her will. The 15, 16 and 19 in Barry charge is a felony which County Circuit Court. Richardo Rene Flores, carries a maximum possi­ 16, of West Olive, Garci- ble penalty of 20 years in a's alleged accomplice, prison if convicted. Kidnapping and other pleaded not guilty to two counts of criminal sexual charges originally autho­ rized against Flores were conduct. One is a third degree dismissed at the time he charge accusing him of was bound over to circuit forcefully having sex with court. He is also set to be a 13-year-old girl and the tried Oct. 15, 16 and 19. VFW is burglary target 3 times They failed two times before, but this time, bur­ glars were able to break in to the Nashville VFW Hall by causing damage to an outside door and an inside door to get into the office, according to Nashville Po­ lice Officer Jeff Miller. "We believe they were targeting cash," said Miller. "We're not quite sure yet what is missing exactly." Miller said the crime is believed to have occurred sometime between 3 a.m. on Sept. 23 and 6:30 a.m. Sept. 24. "Apparently, they've been a victim of this in the past," said Miller. And, police are still try­ ing to determine who may have tried to break in to Carl’s Supermarket in Nashville through the roof two to three weeks ago, Miller said. The incidents remain under investigation. DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today ~ We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon 1-888-945-9557 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday. October 2. 2001 - Page 7 Commission on Aging menu & Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, Oct. 3 Lasagna, winter blend, wax beans, diced peaches. Thursday, Oct 4 Bean soup w/ham, aspara­ gus, bread pudding, crack­ ers. Friday, Oct. 5 Seafood Casserole, spin­ ach, squash, cake. Monday, Oct. 8 Hamburger, potato salad, California blend, bakery bun, fruit crisp. event schedule Tuesday, Oct. 9 Scalloped potatoes/ham, peas, spiced apples, dinner roll. Lite Menu Wednesday, Oct. 3 Cold chicken thigh, pork and beans, cole slaw, dinner roll. Thursday, Oct 4 Cottage cheese, mixed fruit, Spanish bean salad, muffin. Friday, Oct. 5 Hard boiled eggs, garbon- Middleville couple buys Mini Storage zo bean salad, diced peach­ es, ww crackers. Monday, Oct 8 Hamand pasta salad, pick­ led beets, diced pears. Tuesday, Oct. 9 Roast beef and cheese, applesauce, carrot raisin sal­ ad, ww bread. Events Wednesday, Oct. 3 Hastings, crafts/nails; Nash­ ville, puzzle day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day, blood pressure. Thursday, Oct. 4 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, day of sharing. Friday, Oct. 5 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, day of shar­ ing. Monday, Oct. 8 Hastings, line dance, 9:30 music; Nashville, day of sharing; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Oct. 9 Hastings, Kinship Care, 7 p.m.; Nashville, Grandma Kid 12:30. Alternative Ed students work on map, get potter’s wheel Students at Alternative Education have been using the current events to solidify their knowledge of the states. Teacher Kelly Weaver (right) said students have been drawing, cutting out, and piecing each state together for a huge wall map. Parenting class set for Oct. 9 GFWC Vermontville begins new year tttiKqii0 Wsjiil [fflSlWll) eWOil OfidmtoidMjii jiiJmj Cm (li?(isife|iH fefl^ MHIIUII^ live, Giicimlitc, »» ,ta The Winchester family runs the Nashville Mini Storage business as a family business. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Mini Storage is under new ownership and is offering competitive rates, says Wayne and dsnissdifilifc^ Yvette Winchester. The Winchesters pur­ chased the storage unit from Gerald Stein, and hope to use it for the same purpose as Stein - to help put children through col­ lege. The business, just south of downtown, has 24 stor­ age units with spaces rang­ ing from 8- by 12-feet to 12- by 28-feet. "We We have some open, open," said Wayne. "We are hoping to look into expanding if the area will support it. We have three commer­ cial acres here so if we Jt'lS a 10 MM expanded, we most likely would put three more buildings in." The Winchesters say it is a family business with their four children helping out. If the business expands, they would, he said, look seriously into moving to the area.They Middleville. "Everyone I have dealt with around the town has been really helpful, and we think this is a nice area," he said. "We just want people to know we are here, and that the business is under new ownership." For more information or rates call Wayne at (616)792-2341 or (616) 291-5064. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs Vermont­ ville met Sept. 10 to honor past presidents and welcome Cindy Krolik and Katie Sharp as new members to the club. Members brought a dish to pass for the potluck din­ ner. President Mary Fisher introduced past members, and all told about their most memorable experience as president. A stained glass lamp was given to Joann Nehmer for her past two years as president. Afterward, each member gave an update on his or her summer activities. The club, in conjunction with the Vermontville Library, will be sponsoring a book club discussion group opening up to members and .the public. Cathy Adams volunteered to have a' book club for children and par­ ents. JV eagers win twice The Maple Valley JV girls basketball team won twice last week. The JV beat Lansing Christian 41-35 on Sept. 25. Meagan Putnam had 14 points and six rebounds. Chayla Robles had 11 points and 3 steals. The JV then beat Olivet on Sept. 27, 55-43. Krista Driksna poured in 19 points and pulled down 5 rebounds. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 945-9554 or 517-726-0577 “270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Call for Classifieds Mich. Lie. #23-1748 A parenting class, "Helping Children Learn to Resolve Conflicts," will be offered a the Maple Valley High School from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9. The class is free, but participants must registered to attend. Free child care will be offered. The classroom program helps eps parens parents teach eac their children to resolve conflicts by helping them solve their problems, not fixing the problems for them. Discussions will in­ clude topics such as intol­ erance, prejudice, han­ dling bullies, respect for others' opinions, how to sec the positive side of criticism, and where to go for help if all else should fail. Call Jennifer Kuchcra at 852-9275 to register or to get more information. Maple Valley Alternative Education has a new potter's wheel, purchased with grant money. It will soon be up and running, and students Joyce Fickey and Kevin Vandenboss can't wait to try it out. CaH 945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads Wille» Him Located in the Nashville Chiropractic Certified Therapist on Staff Experience the multiple benefits of massage therapy: ill1 a M j tU Muscle Spasm - Fatigue Fibromyalgia - Back Pain Stress - Headache - Strains Chronic Pain - Neck Pain Appointments available Monday through Friday 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM Call Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 for an appointment �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 2,2001 - Page 8 REAL ESTATE AUCTION Discontinuing my rental business, I will sell the following located at 8800 Butler Rd., Nashville, MI. From M-66 and Butler Rd. south of Nashville, take Butler Rd east 1 mile THURS., OCT. 11 • 6:00 EM. Selling to the highest bidder, this 2 bedroom mobile home with large pole barn/garage. Large 1-acre, shaded country lot in Maple Valley School District. OPEN HOUSES Monday, Oct. 8th from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. NOTE: A fantastic opportunity to find extremely affordable housing. Plan to bid. TERMS: An earnest money deposit of 10% of selling price is required of successful bidder auction day with balance due in full not later than 45 days after auction. A buyer's premium of 10% of bid price will be added to calcu­ late final selling price. Possession on date of final closing. Kathi Schroder - Owner Belcher, Dingman, Spaulding •Auctioneers* 14998 US-27 North • Marshall, Ml 49068 (616) 781-4258 or (888) 810-6711 g! rtjKAV$liS yrr Realty Fax (616) 781-4500 • www.bdsauctions.com Take Action-Sal at Auction *•*' IfiaX JI -aannrufmmaaiAn Marshall, Ml 616-781-8100 Fax 616-781-7204 dr • Edward Belcher • Brent Belcher • Harold Dingman • Larry Spaulding • Kevin Belcher W PHOTO Qsnter Let us process your special rolls... Top Quality Processing FASH Same Day or Next Day OR APS SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1 ■ PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... with original processing 4x6 prints only a panoramic APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net f 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET J INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints$4.00 download + 500 per print COPIES? Make Printing Pius your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check out all our Special Services: • • • • • • Color Copies Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 G^Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 by Jon Gambee Last week Maple Valley abandoned their traditional run offense and put the pigskin up for grabs in a 39-0 rout of Webberville. But this week the Lions re­ turned to the tried and true in beating up on Dansville, 41-8. The Lions passed for an unusually high 169 yards a week ago, 38 more yards than they gained on the ground. It was the first time in recent memory that the Lions had more passing yards than rushing yards. But against the Aggies, Maple Valley went back to basics, running over, around and through the defense for 309 yards. They put the ball up only three times (completing two) for just 29 yards. With the win, Maple Valley (6-0, 4-0 in the SMAA) secured a spot in the playoffs, and a win over Bellevue in next week's homecoming matchup, would guarantee the Lions at least a share of thfe SMAA Championship. Like so many Maple Valley opponents, the Aggies were never really in this one, as the Lions scored twice in the first quarter and once again before the half to lead by three touchdowns at the break. Quarterback Darin Thrun got things rolling on a 41yard touchdown run with 8:53 to play in the opening stanza, and with just over 3:50 to play in the quarter, Tom Patrick scored from two yards out. Their first conversion attempt failed, but Mike Hirneiss made it 14-0 by running in the extra point after Patrick's touch­ down. Jeremy Wiser made it 20­ 0 when he scored from a yard out with 9:26 to go in the half. Eric Smith started the second half barrage with a 24-yard run only a minute and a half into the third quarter and Wiser followed with a 25-yard run with 3:48 to play in the period. Dansville finally got on the board when Shad Frost scored with 3:52 left to play on a 69-yard break-away, but Brian Dunlap answered with a 15-yard scoring scamper just before the mer­ ciful horn sounded to end the game. Isaac Franco kicked two second-half extra points for the Lions and Jeff Taylor finished out the scoring with his point-after kick fol­ lowing Dunlap's touch­ down. As much as Maple Valley depends on the run for its bread and butter, coach Gunther Mittelstaedt's teams have used a ferocious de- fense to build one of the finest football programs in the entire state. This game was no excep­ tion. The Lions held the Aggies to only 164 total yards. Jason Silsbee led he defensive charge with 11 tackles, while Smith added seven and Wiser six. Smith was the leading rusher for the Lions with 95 yards on only nine carries and Wiser finished with 47 yards in eight carries. Thrun kept the defense honest with 42 yards on a pair of carries and Dunlap finished with 27 yards on four tries. Dansville fell to 2-4 over­ all and is winless in four conference contests. Bellevue, next week's homecoming opponent, was beaten 42-0 by Leslie on Friday. Bellevue will come in to the contest 2-4 overall and 2-2 in SMAA action. JV Report The Maple Valley JV squad beat Dansville 65-6. Jeff Bowman had 12 car­ ries for 159 yards and three touchdowns, Josh Beardslee rushed seven times for 118 yards and a touchdown, and Ben Boss added 73 yards and two touchdowns on 10 car­ ries. Kenny Cams had 10 tack­ les. Vermontville library does some reorganizing 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE 24 EXPOSURE Lions go back to basics clinch playoff berth The staff at the Vermont­ Havana, by Margaret Tru­ ville Township Library has man; Summer Light, by been busy reorganizing the Luanne Rice; Traitor to junior and young adult sec­ Memory, by Elizabeth Geo­ tions ofthe library. rge; Valhalla Rising, by A study and research area Clive Cussler; Woman Next is now available. The area Door, by Barbara Delinsky; contains a classic novels sec­ The Woman at Ox-Yoke, by tion, Maple Valley yearbook Lewis B. Patten; The Gun­ collection, college and car­ smith: The Cherokee Strip, eer information, a computer by J.R. Roberts; Slocum on containing an Encyclopedia Ghost Mesa, by Jake Logan; Brittanica and a word pro­ The Trailsman: Cherokee cessing program, and a spe­ Justice, by Jon Sharpe; cialized non-fiction section, Longarm and the Texas Tiger all for use in school projects Lady, by Tabor Evans. and reports. Work space and Adult Non-Fiction: Ava’s seating also are available for Man, by Rick Bragg, Guistudents. ness World Records 2001; The junior and younger Keep It I Simple Series children’s sections of the (KISS) Guide to Cat Care, library also have been mov- by Steve Duno; Better ed and reorganized to better Homes and Gardens Step­ suit the traffic flow and by-Step Kids’ Room pro pro-­ needs of younger patrons jects; Route 66: The Mother and their parents. Road, by Michael Wallis; Library staff members are The Best of Martha Stewart working to discard the back- Living: Halloween and log of old magazines in the Christmas with Martha Stestorage area. Any one need-wart Living: Classic Crafts ing old magazines are and Recipes for the Holiencouraged to stop in and days. fill a bag! Junior Fiction: A is for New Videos: The Hobbit, Annabelle: A Dolls AlphaThe Lord ofthe Rings, Anne bet, by Tasha Tudor; AlphaF Frank, Finding Forrester, bet Adventure, by Audrey Red Planet, Almost Famous, Wood; Honeybee and the South Pacific. Robbery, by Eric Carle; Adult Fiction: Dead Meet the Barkers: Morgan Sleep, by Greg Iles, Ameri-- and Moffat Go To School, by can Empire: Blood and Iron, Tommy de Paola; Series of by Harry Turtledove; For-Unfortunate Events, by gotten, by Fay Kellerman; Lemony Snicket including: H Hemlock Bay, by Catherine The Bad Beginning, The Coulter; Kissing in Manhat-Ersatz Elevator, the Misertan, by David Schickler; able Mill, The Reptile Manhattan Hunt Club; by Room, The Vile Village, and John Saul; Murder in The W,ide Window; An,imal Ark: Bears in the Bam, by BerrM. Baglio; Thorough­ bred: Ashleighs Promise, by Joanna Campbell; Captain Underpants and the Wrath of the Wicked Wedgie Woman, by Dav Pilkey; Don’t Get Caught in the Girls Locker Room, by Todd Strasser; Michelle and Friends: Hip, Hip, Parade, by Judy Katschke; Junie B. Jones Is a Graduation Girl, by Barbara Park; Pony Pals: He’s My Pony!, by Jeanne Betan­ court; Malcom in the Mid­ dle: Krelboyne Parrot, by Pam Pollack; Nightmare Hour: Time for Terror, by R.L. Stine; The Nightmare Room: Full Moon Hallo­ ween, by R.L. Stine; Magic School Bus: The Great Shark Escape, by Joanne Cole; The Boxcar Children: The Haunted Clock Tower Mystery, by Gertrude Chan­ dler Warner; Nancy Drew: The Case of the Lost Song, by Carolyn Keene; New Ad­ ventures of Mary-Kate and Ashley: The Case of the Screaming Scarecrow, by Judy Katschke; Scooby doo! And the Caveman Caper, by James Gelsey; Fearless: Flee, by Francine Pascal; Clearwater Crossing: Now and Always, by Laura Peyton Roberts;; Love Stories: You’re Dating Him?, by A. Gersh. Junior Non-Fiction: Caves: Mysteries Beneath our Feet, by David Harrison; World Almanac for Kids 2002. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-10-09.pdf 5e58d701eeaf08a375fab7d8ce8e541d PDF Text Text 'IiIf I Published by J-Ad Graphics , Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 41 /October 9, 2001 Maple Valley celebrates Homecoming with parade by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The 2001 Homecoming parade was as fun as ever, leading up to the big game against (will fill in Satur­ day, Dave) The parade, which went down Main Street, had many floats including each one built by freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors. Grand marshals of the parade were Rob and Tuesday VanEngen. Rob is the assistant pastor for Grace Community Church and substitute teacher for the district. Tuesday is the assistant girls' basketball coach. Norma Jean Acker, teacher for the high school leadership class and a co- Grand Marshals Rob and Tuesday VanEngen. ordinator, said that student leaders get together to try to find people who are ac­ tive in the community as well as the school, and "these two people exem­ plify that." The girls' varsity basket­ ball team rode in the Nashville fire truck, while the band played music for the crowds. The school board members had their own float and representa­ tives rode on that as well. The varsity cheerleaders rode in the Vermontville fire truck. Homecoming king and queen for this season was Nicholas Jones and Ashley Fox. The Maple Valley Band plays through the rain during the homecoming parade Friday night. More photos on page 6 Homecoming Prince and Princess for this year are Juniors Jonathan Denton and Rachelle Drallette. Vermontville clerk's insurance removed by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer School board members dressed as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, throw candy to the crowds during the parade. The Vermontville Vil­ lage Council last week voted to remove Clerk Shirley Harmon from their insurance policy. . Looking for ways to cut costs with the insurance premiums rising recently, they voted to pay Harmon out what they had previ­ ously been spending on her insurance per month, and she will have to get insur­ ance through the village or by herself with that money. The council is paying her what they have paid in the past without taking into account the recent in­ crease. Harmon has been sin­ gled out for this new pol­ icy, the other two village employees' insurance will pick up the new increase. Harmon, who did not ask for the policy change, said she had no comment on See Vermontville council, pg. 10 In This Issue Rape suspect avoids jail sentence Nashville village hay ride set for Oct. 13 New Hastings City Bank offices opening in Nashville, Bellevue Lions clinch share of title on Homecoming weekend �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9,2001 - Page 2 Defense attorney insists evidence was planted Rape suspect avoids jail sentence by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A second pair of under­ wear was "planted" at a location other than where an actual sexual encounter took place between Walter Jay Planck and a 26-yearold Nashville woman May 2, Planck's attorney Michael McPhillips in­ sisted in Barry County Circuit Court Thursday. "There was evidence planted in this case, no matter what anybody says," said McPhillips at a hearing in which Planck was sentenced to a ninemonth suspended jail term on a sexual assault convic­ tion. "He does not know who planted the evidence. I don't suggest the police planted the evidence," the defense attorney said. McPhillips explained af­ ter the sentence hearing Thursday that his investi­ gator had found a pair of underwear in a location identified by Planck while the police found a second pair of identical underwear on the side of the road where Planck was stopped and arrested for impaired driving. "The underwear on the side of the road could only have gotten there if some- one put it there so the po­ lice could find it," said McPhillips, "to make her story more believable." Planck originally was charged in May with two counts of first degree.criminal sexual conduct, charges that both carry a maximum penalty of life in prison. He contended that a woman who agreed to have sex with him for $50 accused him of rape when he didn't pay up. He was also charged with one count of second degree criminal sexual conduct and drunk driving. Assistant Barry County Your homeowners policy comes with something extra Prosecutor Jeff Cruz said, however, that the pair of underwear found by the de­ fense investigator was only a torn piece of cloth which matches and fits the. re­ mains of the underwear which were sent to the Michigan State Police Crime lab for DNA testing. McPhillips claims it was a complete pair of under­ wear that his investigator found. Lab tests proved that Planck's DNA was not oh the underwear and he was subsequently offered the lesser charge in exchange for his guilty plea. "You wouldn't be here before the court but for the fact that you were drunk and the alleged victim was drunk," said Judge James Fisher. "This is the kind of thing that can happen in that case." Planck, 53, was ordered to spend the next three years on probation and to serve nine months in jail with credit for 87 days served and the rest sus­ pended if he is successful on probation. The victim had testified at a May 11 preliminary examination that she did not know Planck, that she did not see him in the Outboard bar in Nashville that night when she admit­ ted she pulled up her shirt exposing her bra. Planck told Judge James Fisher that the woman agreed to have sex with him for $50, that he did not have the money and that though he never pene­ trated her, he did fondle the woman's breasts and arrangements while still at the bar to meet later on the Main Street bridge, that he picked her up and they drove to a secluded area to engage in sexual intercourse. "Mr. Planck admitted exactly what he did," said McPhillips. "He's been avoiding alcohol, he's been staying home with his fiancee, he's been working. I disagree strongly that he needs any further jail given the na­ ture of this offense." Planck apologized to the court system and "to the people of Barry County," he said. "I do realize I have a drinking problem. I will not consume any more alcohol or be in that kind of establishment ever again." genitals. According to Planck, he and the woman had made eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. vluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TkbNo Prtffiton TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 New sign comes up Village limit signs, a joint cooperative effort between the school district and the Village of Vermontville are now up and announce that Vermontville is the home of the Maple Valley Lions. 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 of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................ 9:45 Morning Worship.......................... 11 Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ........... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... 11 a.m. Church School ................. 1 0 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship • REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH . Meeting at Maple Valley High School M.orning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training 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 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......................... 6p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Senrice .............. 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 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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service .........................7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship...........................9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship.......... 10 a.m. 1 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ...................11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book ol Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass............ ..9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9, 2001 - Page 3 Village hayride set for Saturday night by Shawna Hubhbharth Staff Writer Everyone is invited to the village-wide hayride in Nashville this Saturday night, Oct. 13, starting at 8 p.m. The hayride is a joint community service night put on by the police de­ partment, the department of m pmihlwz* uihblwlizc* works, the fire department and the ambu­ lance. The ride will start at the VFW, said Police Chief Garry Barnes. "Everyone's invited," he said. "We just ask parents that if their children will be riding they have a chaperone. We will have -' hJ sJides one wagon with—t-'h—itg for younger children." Barnes said the VFW will be donating and serv­ ing doughnuts and cider, and that everyone coming should dress warmly as the routes the wagons take are about 45 minutes long. Barnes said there will be three wagons total being pulled_ by DPW or fire department vehicles and they will leave on every hour approximately. "The last wagon will g pull out at 11 p.m.,"" he said. The night is also a chance to come out and meet department heads and council members. "We have had lots of compliments for the event, and it has been a good time in the past couple of years." This is the third annual hayride for the village, said Barnes. "We had a good turnout the first year, a better turnout the secrtnd and, we hope to have an even bet­ ter turnout this year," he said. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News 4cbbn-ads Lobby hours 6 days a week Mortgage Loans Savings Accounts CDs Thrift Checkin ATM's/AII Offices IRA's Home Equity Lines With all the mergers and acquisitions going on today, it’s almost impossible to keep track of your bank’s name. But not if you make your bank, our bank. We’re Eaton Federal Savings Bank. And we’re here for you. Always here, with exceptional customer service, mortgage loans and a complete line of savings, and checking products. We even have lobby hours on Saturday and convenient ATM's at all five office locations. Now you can even check account information with our new touch tone phone access system. So now, what’s the name of your bank? We suggest you make it Eaton Federal Savings Bank. Since 1937, Eaton Federal has been serving our area with numerous community projects, we’re committed to its growth and success - and to yours. Stop in today and see what friendly, hometown service can do for you! !“ r- Eaton Federal Bank IfdicI EQUAL HOUSING iNSum-n| LENDER 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday; October 9, 2001 - Page 4 New Hastings City Bank offices opening in Nashville, Bellevue late 2001 and early 2002. It is planned that the new Bellevue office will open in November 2001, followed by Hastings City Bank has announced the opening of new full service offices in Bellevue and Nashville in the Nashville office in January 2002. The new buildings will offer Hastings City Bank Nashville location HASTINGS CITY BANK Bellevue location Look Great For % % ALL % Diana’s Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road ~ I HDian aI Ku empel 1 -517-852-9481 I MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate customers added convenience and expanded space. Both offices feature drive-in facilities, drive-up ATMs and night depositories and conference rooms. Hastings City Bank ac­ quired the current storefront offices in Bellevue and Nashville from Comerica Inc. in 1987. Changes in lifestyles and advances in Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, HMS Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 0SFWf0R PICTURE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Small town grocery featuring "full service" meat counter. Owners are too busy to keep Great chance to become your up with growing business. If own boss. Must see to know you want to be your own boss possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on 8t off here is your opportunity!! Call Nyle for private street parking. Charming showing .(V-144) small town "Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (H-148) "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACK­ TOP ROAD Ttees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details........................(VL-138) CHOICE OF 5 BUILDING PARCELS(CONTRACT TERMS) PRICES RECENTLY REDUCED! Some parcels are "wooded" range in size from 3.3 acres to 7.5 acres. All are perk test­ ed, surveyed & have driveway permits. Call Homer for more details. (VL-107/112) STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147) ON M-66 BETWEEN BATTLE CREEK & NASHVILLE (ML-3 Ibm, with ful ement 8c 2 car garage. Priced to buy atjust $85,000!! Call Nyle today. (CH-146) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 5 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED & DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!!. (VL-134-137) ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must see!! (CH-141) SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS! Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". (CH-127) technology have driven the need for full service offices as the current offices were designed and built in an era where customers were less mobile, ATMs had not been invented and applying for a loan was a rare event. In addition, both areas have experienced growth both in asset size and cus­ tomer base necessitating the additional space. Gina Blough, branch ad­ ministrator, said, “We are excited about the new Preservation workshop set for Oct. 25 Teresa Goforth will pre­ sent a preservation work­ shop Wednesday, Oct. 24, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The workshop is titled, “Taking Care of Grandma’s Antique Textiles.” Anyone who has Grandma’s wedding dress, Dad’s military uni­ form, or a quilt that’s been handed down through the family can benefit from this educational workshop, the last of a series of programs related to the exhibit “A Stitch in Time: The Historic Textiles of Courthouse Square.” Participants can learn how to store, display and pre­ serve textile treasurers. Textiles can include cloth­ ing, uniforms, household items, quilts and many other fabric items. Each attendee is invited to bring one object for assessment and preserva­ tion recommendations. Cost is $3 and the work­ shop will take place in the ground level of the 1885 Eaton County Courthouse, Call (517) 543-6999 to reg­ ister by Oct. 22. offices and the convenience they offer to the customer. Just a quick transaction? Use our new drive-in. Need to withdraw some cash? Driveup to the ATM. Businesses have the added security of being able to make deposits through the night deposito­ ries from their car. And the interior of the office is designed to offer comfort, space and privacy for both our customers and employ­ ees.” Hastings City Bank Pre­ sident Mark Kolanowski said, “Thompson — Phelan, Inc. has been our partner in the design process, taking into consideration the cur­ rent needs of our customers and employees, history of the area plus room to grow.” “These new offices reflect our commitment to these communities and the people within the communities. In 1886, our mission was to provide financial services to our customers enriching the surrounding community. That remains our mission today.” Hastings City Bank, with assets of $207 million, has offices in Hastings, Middle­ ville, Bellevue, Nashville, Caledonia and Wayland. An independent community bank since 1886, it continues to be recognized by various rating services as one of the safest, most stable banks in the country. The bank offers a full range of retail, com­ mercial and trust products and services. More information, along with online banking, is avail­ able at www.hastingscitybank.com. OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, Oct. 10th, 5-7 p.m. Very nice family home in the village of Nashville just wait­ ing for you to celebrate the holidays. Features include a large living room, dining room with hardwood floor, 3 bed­ rooms, 1 bath, large kitchen with lots of cabinets, huge bonus room/play room or bedroom, if you choose. All appliances are staying and are less than 2 years old. Twocar garage to keep off the weather and s-s-snow. Come take a look. Immediate possession. Stop by or call Ray at Miller Real Estate, (800) 241-5253, exL 24. (Directions: Take M-66 to Nashville, turn east on Reed St., /sSeS e go two blocks to the comer ofQueen St. —— Watchfor our signs. [TT Feel the benefits of PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- Nashville Family Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9, 2001 - Page 5 Smiths celebrate golden anniversary Help Wanted THE NASHVILLE, CAS­ TLETON, Maple Grove Ambulance Service has openings for anyone inter­ ested in becoming an EMT or Paramedic. Paid training for qualified personnel. For more information call, (517)852-9661. DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. Business Services HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Wilt W Iherapf Located in the Nashville Chiropractic Certified Therapist on Staff Experience the multiple benefits Wendell and Marlene (Bulling) Smith will be cele­ brating their 50th anniversary on October 20, 2001. Sons Scott of Thornton, Colorado, Bryan of Hast­ ings and grandchildren Amanda and Travis of Colorado with sister and brother-in-law Mary and Stan Trumble, will be hosting a luncheon at the Hastings Moose Lodge from 1 to 4 p.m. Family and friends are invited to join in the celebra­ tion. They were married October 19, 1951 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Please, no gifts. Call 945-9554 for classified ads ftll I For Sale FOR SALE: pumpkins, $1 each. Little's Country Store at Thomapple Lake Public Access. (517)852-9152 For Rent $250 a month. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition. Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. Reader Ads In This Section Prepared By Contract Advertising, Inc ©2001 All Rights Reserved. Hong Kong Restaurant Kim Torres, Owner • Serving Delicious Food Since 1996 Authentic Chinese food is available in this area at Hong Kong Restaurant, located in Charlotte at 138 South Washington Street. Phone 543-6109 for take-out service. This restaurant is patronized by people who know and appreciate the finest in Chinese cuisine. They specialize in Cantonese, Hunan and Szechwan style cooking. The menu at this gourmet Chinese restaurant features an intriguing blend of seafood, beef and chicken selections combined with the freshest Oriental vegetables. They have all your old favorites such as chicken chow mein, General Tso’s chicken, crispy fried shrimp, pepper steak, pork lo mein, wonton soup and eggrolls as well as many new, exciting dishes prepared by their master chefs. Family dinners are also available. Hong Kong Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner six days a week, and daily luncheon specials are offered. Their delightful specialties make a visit there a memorable experience for two or for the entire family. Their comfortable Oriental setting, royal service and warm atmosphere will make you want to return again and again. For a delightful dining experience oftraditional Chinese cuisine, visit Hong Kong Restaurant soon. e ars | of massage therapy: Business Review arques ■ ace Mike Sparks, Manager • Serving The Area For 20 Years Carquest The Parts Place is located in Charlotte at 320 Lansing Street, phone 543-7200, and is one ofthe most completely stocked and most reasonably priced stores in the area. They feature a full selection of auto parts and accessories for both American and imported cars and trucks. When you seek information from them, you don’t get a hurried reply. A courteous response with complete knowledge is returned to every request, and you are not obligated in any way. Whether it is a large or small order, you will receive their automotive expertise to help selectjust the right part. Whatever your needs may be, you’re sure to find it at Carquest The Parts Place. They stock alternators, water pumps, starters, mufflers, batteries and much, much more. By carrying only name brand parts and accessories, you can be assured ofgetting only the best for your car or truck. Every effort is made to have on hand those parts most in demand. Special or unusual items can be custom ordered. Remember, when in need ofanything in the automotive parts line, think ofthe name Carquest The Parts Place. You will be pleased with their most complete selection and their fast friendly service. a Muscle Spasm - Fatigue Fibromyalgia - Back Pain Stress - Headache - Strains Chronic Pain - Neck Pain Appointments available Monday through Friday 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM Call Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 for an appointment “Your One-Stop Shopping Place” In today’s society, time has become one ofour most valuable commodities and at Wal-Mart Supercenter, they recognize the value of your time. That’s why they offer a wide variety ofproducts and services all under one roof. From a full-line grocery department to auto, apparel and lawn and garden departments, you’re sure to find everything you need. When you shop at Wal-Mart Supercenter, located in Charlotte at 1680 Packard Highway, phone 543-0300, you'll be assured that the merchandise is always top quality and the service is superb. Their business was founded foundedon onthe theprinciple principleof ofgood goodservice, service,and andthey theyhave haveexcelled excelledatatthis thisby byproviding providingextra extralow lowprices priceswith with an emphasis on customer satisfaction. They are well-known in this and surrounding areas for their high standards ofexcellence. Their friendly employees are well-trained and available to assist with product selection and other services. They have made it a point to stay on top of the ever-changing needs of families and offer the most current services available. When you need everything under one rooffor convenience, Wal-Mart Supercenter is the place to shop. You'll be pleased with their great values and quality service. Pray Funeral Home Pray Funeral Home, located in Charlotte at 401 West Seminary Street, phone (517) 543-2950, is family owned and operated by the father and son team ofJoseph E. Pray and J. Ernest "Joe E.” Pray. Pray Funeral Home has earned a reputation of providing unique and personalized features in the services they have arranged for families of their community. Those who may be looking for an alternativee to the traditional funeral can choose the FamilyAffirmation Service®. This option option, which is an exclusive of Pray Funeral Home, offers a less formal structure to the ceremony with opportunities to personalize and affirm the life of the one who has died. It is a celebration that a life has been lived and that that life had meaning and value. Pray Funeral Home recently celebrated its 11th anniversary ofoffering an ongoing aftercare support service. “The funeral service does not end on the day ofthe funeral,” says Joe E. Pray. “This program is real support and encouragement to those experiencing bereavement and grief.” A professionally trained grief counselor on staff meets with each family they serve. Sound advice is offered in guiding the bereaved to individuals who can best assist them in the future decisions they face. “Aftercare demonstrates our commit-, ment oftotal service and support to the families we serve,” says Mr. Pray. Pray Funeral Home offers excellence and caring as well as personal service. Alternative Dentistry Thomas Minguske, DDS • Serving The Area For 25 Years Your smile is meant to last a lifetime. Protecting and improving the appearance of your teeth and keeping your your smile smile bright bright are are the the priorities priorities of ofAlternative Alternative Dentistry. Dentistry. Their Their office office is is located located in in Charlotte Charlotte at at 344 344 South South Cochran Avenue and may be reached by calling 543-7550. They are experienced in all aspects ofgeneral and Locally Owned & Operated Since 1952 family dentistry. The staff provides a wide range of services including preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, Ifyour heating or cooling system has seen better days, it’s time you call the professionals at Kane Heating bonding, general dentistry, mercury-free fillings and emergency treatment. & Ventilating, located in Charlotte at 504 Island Highway, phone 543-1040. They will show you how they can Today, dentistry is virtually painless, but many people still associate dentistry with discomfort. Alternative Dentistry understands this fact and tries to make your visit as pleasant as possible, realizing that install a more energy-efficient system to save you money. If I your present system needs servicing, you will find their maintenance service to be among the best avail- regular check-ups are your family’s best defense against dental disease. Providing concerned, individualized able. Their experienced personnel can repair all makes and models, regardless if it is for residential or commer commer-­ treatment to all oftheir patients, they welcome your inquiries and will be glad to discuss proposed treatment and care prior to performing any procedures. Most insurance plans are welcome, and convenient office cial buildings. They have earned a reputation for fast, dependable service. If you are contemplating a change in your air conditioning or heating system, call the contractors who do hours are available by appointment. the complete job. Kane Heating & Ventilating can install a newArmstrong system to save you money in energy Alternative Dentistiy adheres to the strictest infection control standards and keeps current with new usage over the years. They are experienced in new installations, ventilation systems, duct work, heat pumps, dental procedures. They are sensitive to .your feelings and encourage open communication regarding your sheet metal, boilers and major or minor repairs. For professional attention, from custom installation to depend­ overall dental care. able repair service, contact the folks at Kane Heating & Ventilating. For maximum performance, energy efficiency and economy, they are your best choice. ane eatng entatng MEEMIC Insurance Company Memory Makers Floral & Events Locally Owned & Operated There are all types of gift selections available for all types ofoccasions, but nothing quite expresses your feelings as well as a gift offlowers. The professional staffat Memory Makers Floral & Events, located in Charlotte at 141-B South Cochran Street, phone 543-4877, can offer helpful suggestions, enabling you to please that special someone. Artistic arrangements are attractively designed for weddings, birthdays and anniversaries as well as all holidays. In addition, they can provide a suitable selection for a hospital patient or for a funeral. Memory Makers Floral & Events welcomes commercial accounts and, for your convenience, major credit cards are accepted. Flowers can also be promptly delivered locally. In addition to their creative fresh floral c arrangements, green and blooming plants, silk or dried flowers, and a number ofother distinctive gift items available. You can always depend on them forjust the right arrangement for your special occasion. At Memory Makers Floral & Events, flowers are their business, but love may be their service. So for any occasion or just to brighten the day of someone special, don’t just send flowers. Send S the finest! Contact Memory Makers Floral & Events today, and make this fine firm your floral connection. Weisenberg Insurance Agency The experts in this area for all types of insurance coverage are the professionals at Weisenberg Insurance Agency, located in Charlotte at 103 West Lawrence Avenue, phone 541-9347. The personnel at this firm fully understand all phases of insurance and can properly advise you concerning the type and amount ofcoverage for your individual needs. With all the different types of policies available from such a wide variety of companies, most of us would have a difficult time choosing our own coverage. Weisenberg Insurance Agency is one insurance agency whose primary concern is finding you the best policy at the least cost. In addition, they understand that the most important factor in selling insurance is the individualized, personal attention they can provide you year after year. Be sure to consult with Weisenberg Insurance Agency when in need ofany type ofinsurance. They will be able to assist you in selecting the kind and amount of insurance best suited to your individual needs. Don't take chances when it comes to you, your family and your personal property. Call the experts at Weisenberg Insurance Agency today. You’ll be sure to agree, choosing the right agent is the best insurance you can have. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9,2001 - Page 6 Homecoming, from from front page Young football players show their spirit during the parade last Friday. (Photos by Shelly Sulser) The Maple Valley Girls Varsity Basketball team waves to the crowds during the parade. Lion spirit displayed during Homecoming Week by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The theme this year was Disney- the floats made by the classes at the high school reflect that theme. num tuMita AMERICA S CAOlrtCTMAKER Cabinets miKUGiAss Homecoming activities at the high school had everyone in Maple Valley Lion spirit last week. Students at the high school competed in numerous games and lunch time activities throughout the week. Tuesday a baseball bat spin and kick game was played, Wednesday a football pass circle game, Thursday students tried to snap a football into the hoops in the gym and Friday a field goal kick game was played. The theme last week was the "Wonderful World of Disney" and every day was a different dress up day, with Thursday being the day to show up as their favorite Disney characters. On Wednesday, the junior girls upset the senior girls with a 6-0 Powder Puff football game held at the football field at Fuller. On Thursday Future Farmers of America had a great time with "Drive your Tractor to School Day." On Friday a pep assembly was held with Ashley Gardner and Darin Thrun as the master and mistress of the ceremonies. Games were played, a pie eating contest held and a spirit yell competition was held among other activities. insulation Celotex gr= gr insulation n.Conic .Coomneic.to quality. -Andersen. Plywoqd Lumber Oak Pine Molding USG S 1 Drywall The junior boys form a pyramid to cheer on and support the junior girls who took the Powder Puff game with a 6-0 score. Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints an Power Tools Roofs Crete & Supply & Wolverine Technologies Time for New Siding? l Up Ur -Hq l ; I I I- I DOOR HSIOIS Pre-Hung Steel Doors World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.hometowlumber.com hlPXdv fnr9h J™aCherS are dressedas Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs last i nursday for homecoming activities. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9,2001 - Page 7 PHOTO Center vuiai summer pnoios os pi Top Quality Processing 'BEL We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NE E HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE 35MM OR APS There were some really sharp looking women on the sidelines, cheering on the senior girls at the Powder Puff game. 99* with original processing 4x6 prints only panoramic APS Processing Thursday was "Drive your tractor to School" day. 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional acp@voyager.net We can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print BIG Prints Enlargements and reprints made from your negatives 5x8 - $2.50 Vjfl 8x10 as low as... and Super Poster Size Prints! Business Cards Rubber Stamps Self.|nWn -Mad«'°rdef Students . Keely McMillon (left) and Band Booster Dennis Mapes dishes up Kayla Rodriguez are dressed as Goofy popcorn in the concessions building at the and Catwoman for festivities. Powder Puff game. Check our Pr,ces‘___ Same Day or Next Day Service 1 color - 2 colors - 3 colors - Full Color 50 as low as 2501-color NOWAVAILABLE! 1 COLO Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays & more! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • • • • Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 “l“ua6rits plai/eda^riety (Tgames during the lunch hours last week to get into the homecoming spirit. Here Jonathan Denton tries to launch a football onto the backboard in the gym* .*«».*» »:> ^Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 - 1:00 �The Macle Valiev News. Nashville, Tuesday, October 9, 2001 - Page 8 Timothy Alien Reed Dorothy L. Faus HASTINGS - Dorothy L. Faust, age 92, of Hastings, died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001 at Tendercare of Hastings. She was bom in Castleton Township, Barry County, MI on Aug. 21,1909, the daugh­ ter of Charley and Mary (Fox) Warner. She was reared in the Vermontville, MI area, attended schools there and graduated Ver­ montville High School in 1927. Dorothy was married to Clarence B. Faust on March 20, 1929. The couple lived in the Vermontville area for several years, to Bellevue, MI in 1940 and to the Hastings area in 1967. She had been employed several years ago as a tele­ phone operator. She enjoyed sewing, all kinds of needlework and flower gardening. Surviving Dorothy is sis­ ter, Betty (William) Cappon ofWoodland; nieces, includ­ ing Susan Snyder; nephews, including Larry Cappon; great nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; hus- band, larence Faust, May 28, 2001; brother, Victor Warner; and sister, Esther Lilly. Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 5, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Daniel D. Graybill officiated. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville, ML Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings Free Methodist Church Building fund. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Edison retired. from which she She was a member of the Nashville United Methodist Church, and the American Institute of Architects Detroit Chapter. She was instrumental in the design of several local buildings including the Mulberry Four GolfCourse Clubhouse, and the Putnam Library edition. Her hobbies included walking, swimming, playing bridge, reading, and cook­ ing. Surviving are cousins, Marie Fishers, Russell Smith, Madelyne Davis, ment. Surviving are his wife, Lisa Michelle Reed (Halfmann); children, Dam­ on and Catrina Reed of Grand Ledge, and Stephanie Reed of Sunfield; step-chil­ dren, Jason, Jenna, and Jessica Phillips of Sunfield; parents, Raymond and Jean Reed; three brothers, Mark, and Paul Reed, Ray (Dean­ na) Reed; two sisters, Mar­ ilyn (Jim) Crater, Melissa (Robert) Wendorf; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 8, 2001 at the Sunfield United Brethren Church with Pastor Mark E. Ralph and Pastor Darrel Bosworth officiated. Inter­ ment was in the East Sebewa cemetery. The pallbearers were fire­ men from the Sunfield, Sebewa and Danby Fire Departments. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the Sunfield Fire Department in memory ofTim A. Reed, c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information log onto www.Iegacy.com. Ora N. Johnson Genevieve H. Hafner NASHVILLE - Genevieve H. Hafner, age 90, ofNash­ ville, passed away Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001 at Clark Home in Grand Rapids. She was born and raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools gradu­ ating from Nashville High School. She then continued her education at the University of Michigan where she graduated with a degree in architecture. She was employed at General Electric and Detroit SUNFIELD Timothy Allen Reed of Sunfield, Michigan passed away Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001 at his residence at the age of 42. He was bom Jan. 5, 1959 in Elmhurst, Ill., the son of Raymond Allen and Jean Anne (Richmond) Reed. Tim graduated in 1977 from Lakewood High School. Tim and Lisa were mar­ ried in 1992. He was employed with General Motors since 1978, and was on the Emergency Response Team at General Motors, and was active in the Sunfield Fire Depart- Donna Hickey, and Edgar Smith. Preceding her in death were her parents, Edward and Emily (Fish) Hafner and brother, Louis Hafner. Services will be held Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001 at 11 a.m. at Clark Home, Grand Rapids. Rev. Gary Haller officiating. Interment in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Putnam Library or Clark Home. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. HASTINGS Ora N. Johnson, 84, of Hastings, died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001 at Carveth Village of Middleville. She was bom in Baltimore Township, Barry County, MI on Nov. 27, 1916, the daugh­ ter of Donald and Cecile (VanSickle) Weeks. She was reared in the Dowling, MI area and attended Dowling and Martin Comers Schools. Ora married George E. Johnson on Oct. 5, 1935. The couple lived in Musk­ egon a few years, returning to Barry County/Hastings area in 1941. Has lived at her last address on Gaskill Road near Hastings since 1973. She especially enjoyed all her family, reading, playing cards and caring for her lawn. Surviving are daughters, Marie (Duane) Allerding of Hastings, Joan (Russell) Keech of Nashville, MI, Patty (Marvin) Armour Sr. of Hastings, Sharon (Mar­ vin) Wallace of Zephyrhills, FL; 13 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; sisters, Retha Humphrey of Hastings, Mildred Sixberry of Hastings, Dorothy Mahar of Vermontville, Theda Gardner of Nashville, MI, Lyla Cochran of Battle Creek; brother, Bernard (Norma) Weeks of Nash­ ville, MI; nieces and neph­ ews. Preceding Ora in death was her husband, George E. Johnson, May 5, 1984. Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home. Merle Johnson officiated. Burial at Dowling Cemetery, Dowli­ ngMemorial contributions may be made to Barry Com­ munity Hospice, Hastings Public Library, Pennock Hospital. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. New items at the Putnam District Library Western Fiction: Devil’s Backbone by Terry Johnston; Mountain Hawk by Charles West; Whiskey River; Clarion’s Call; Dakota Trail; Riders of Judgment; Skeleton Lode; Death Rides a Chestnut Mare by Ralph Compton; Devil’s Due; Demon’s Pass by Ralph Cotton; The Last Gunfighter: The Drifter by W.W. Johnstone; Pumpkin Rollers by Elmer Kelton. Romance Fiction: Dance Upon the Air by Nora Ro­ berts; Just Imagine by Susan Elizabeth Phillips; and Mercy by Julie Garwood. Fiction: A Place of Execution by Vai McDermid; Long Time No See by Susan Isaacs; Touching Evil by Kay Hooper; Envy by Sandra Brown; A Bend in the Road by Nicholas Sparks; America by Step­ hens Coontes; The Associate by Phillip Margolin; Black House by Stephen King and Peter Straub. Nonfiction: Teen Ink by Teens; Taste Berries for Teens by Bettie Young, PhD.; The Everything Dream Book by Trish and Rob Macgregor. Young Adult: Royal Diaries - Nzingah by Patrick McKissack; Lady of Ch’ iao Kuo by Laurence Yep; Ana­ stasia by Carolyn Meyer; Fantastic Beast and Where To Find Them and Qudditch (Harry Potter). Adult Books: The Assoc­ iate by Phillip Margolin; Envy by Sandra Brown; Theory of Relativity by Jacquelyn Mitchard; Long Time No See by Susan Isaacs; Cold Flat Junction by Martha Grimes; Skin Walkers by Tony Hillerman; Three to Get Deadly by Janet Evanovich; Longshot and Risk by Dick Francis. Christian Tailoring a Gif® to serveyour charitable interests andfinancial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geographical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the chari­ table organizations and causes to be con­ sidered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Fiction: Seasons Under Heaven; Showers in Season; Times and Season by Beverly LaHaye; Hometown Legend by Jerry B. Jenkins; The Postcard and the Crossroad by Beverly Lewis. Video: Bedazzled; Veggie Tales (1. Ester, 2. Lyle 3. King George, 4. Rack, Shack and Benny, 5. Dave and the Giant Pickle); Space Cowboys, See Spot Run, Recess (Schools Out), The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, A Knight in Camelot, Spy Kids. Book Donation: Civil War (5) and WWII (14), Miscellaneous Videos; and 2 books donated by Dave Vender. Book (5) donated by John Boggs. Computer Books donated by Sandy Madsen. Box of Books donated by Mary Lou Bitgood. Thanks to all who donated books and videos to the Library. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 CT Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foun­ dation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community founda­ tion in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys public charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life ofyour community. End Of Season Clearance Sale Save up to $7000 on all 2001 Coachmen Fifth Wheels Prt>wl£r Lynx Prowler Ultralites starting under $150/month P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Rim Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-9454)526 • Fax: 616-945-45 6 Email: bcf@wmls.net Website: www.barrycf.org with approved credit Dennis Trailer Sales N. Grand River @ Waverly Rd. Lansing (517)321-1805 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9, 2001 - Page 9 Lion girls’ harriers 4th at invitational The Maple Valley girls' cross-country team fin­ ished fourth last Thursday afternoon in the Lakewood Invitational. The Lions scored 102 team points. Lakewood won it with 37 points over Central Montcalm, though the two teams tied, be­ cause of the placing of their sixth runners. Char­ lotte was third and Grand Rapids Baptist fifth. Saranac did not have enough runners to have a team score. Muriel Wieland led Maple Valley by finishing 11th with a time 22:36.18. Jessica McMillen took 16th in 23:15.91, Melissa Nisse was 22nd 24:33.4, Michelle Silsbee 34th in 25:56.21 and Jana Gethe 39th in 27:26.23 and Kari Emerick 40th in 28:28.44. Micah Tobias was 49th and Camille Wieland was 50th. There were 51 runners in Oct. 15 Ag Society Annual Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo the race. Center. The Maple Valley girls Oct. 15 Vote for Fair Board Members, Expo Center. finished third in a threeOct. 15 Trail Committee meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension team Southern Michigan Office. Athletic Association Oct. 17 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Community (SMAA) jamboree Tues­ Room Courts and Law Building. day, Oct. 2. Oct. 20 Horse Judging Clinic, 10 a.m., Fred and Fran Wieland was fifth in Hekstra’s Friesian Farm. 23:07, McMillen was sixth Oct. 22 Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 in 23:35, Nisse 13th in p.m. 25:28, Tobias 24th in Please Note. The Extension Office will be closed during 29:09 and Silsbee 25th in lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther 32:21. notice. The boys' team did not have enough runners to register a team score in the Lakewood Invitational last Thursday. Dustin Jones finished 28th among the 71 individ­ ual runners with a time of Residents are reminded 19:36.42 and Andrew to vote for the Maple Val­ Gaber was 50th in ley Scholarship fund-raiser 23:06.92. "Kiss the Pig" contest. OFFERING COMPLETE Containers are set up all WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP around town in Ver­ montville and Nashville to SALES & SERVICE collect money for the con­ testants. .The person with 4” TO 12” WELLS the most money collected • Residential will kiss a pig during half • Commercial time at the football game • Farm on Oct. 13. Calendaifof Eventfj QjlSU Extension Office Voting deadline for ‘Kiss the Pig’ contest is Oct. 13 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip ■ • Other Well Supplies Vermontville Lions cancel flu clinic WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. The Vermontville Lions Club has announced that it has been unable to obtain flu shot serum this year. Therefore, the Lions will not be sponsoring their annual “community flu-shot night” for this year. The Vermontville Lions hope to be able to provide this community service in 2002 and beyond, according :o Greg Szymanski, presiient. Matthew D. Ewing Owner 15989888 GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Custom Feeds 0 Farm & Animal Products available Steyer’s Products phone; 616.763.0144 Owner: Marc Trask Associates: Wendy Graham Andy Franks Jones placed 16th with a time of 21:05 in an SMAA jamboree Oct. 2 and Gaber was 30th in 24:47. Leslie won the meet with 31 points, Web­ berville had 33, Olivet had 71 and Maple Valley, Morrice and Lansing Christian did not have enough runners to record a team score. A Custom Made Pre-Inked Rubber Stamp! SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE •A crisp and clean imprint every time •Completely re-inkable •50,000 lifetime impressions Made right here for Super Fast service A GREAT GIFT IDEA! Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers ~ in the latest colors & textures available Film Processing 1351 N. Broad way (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 Graphic* in the Gray Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 If The Romans Had Hired Us The Coliseum Might Still Host The Lions All your architectural, engineering, construction and builder's copying needs can be found under one very solid roof. Color Copying Oversized Copying See us for accurate, detailed color copies. Add excitement to charts, graphs and photos! Come in today! We specialize in copies above and beyond the call of duty. Reductions or enlargements, large or small quantities. Call today! FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 HIGH TECHNOLOGY PHOTO PROCESSING 1 Hour, Same Day or Next Day Processing 1351 N. Broadway / M-43 (616) 945-9105 WE'RE SO MUCH MORE THAN BUICK. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9, 2001 - Page 10 Vermontville council, from front page the matter. Sue Villanueva, ques­ tioning the legality of the policy, cast a dissenting vote and new council member Theresa Spagn­ uolo-O'Dell abstained. In other business at the meeting the council: • Set a public hearing to create a planning commis­ sion, a step needed as the village nears completion of its master plan. • Set Halloween trick or treating hours Wednesday, Oct. 31, for 5:30 to 8 p.m. • Approved the repaving of East Second Street repaved where the road was dug up for a water main break, and to get a couple of other places repatched in the village for Girl eagers win 3 of 4 Maple Valley's varsity girls basketball team has won three of its last four games, pushing its record to 7-3. The Lady Lions beat Lansing Christian 48-43 on Sept. 25. Stefanie Joostberns had 14 points and four assists. Megan Garvey had 11 points and eight rebounds. A tough Olivet team beat Maple Valley on Sept. 27, 79-52. Brieann Treloar scored 14 points and Jessie Grant had 14 points and eight assists. On Oct. 2, the Lady Lions visited Webberville and came away with a 61-49 victory. Garvey scored 13 points and Joostberns added 11 points. Union City was the next to fall in a 55-40 triumph for Maple Valley. Garvey's 14 points led the Lady Lions. Grant scored 10, Sarah Cook scored nine and Treloar chipped in seven. Joostberns and Akiyo Ueshima each scored six points. Maple Valley travels to Morrice tonight for a 7:00 game. The Nashville dpw will begin picking up leaves on Monday, Oct. 22 Only loose leaves will be hauled. No bags, brush or other debris, please. PLEASE DO NOT PUT LEAVES IN THE GUTTERS before October 20. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues $2,100 from Lakin Con­ struction. • Heard from council member Doug Kelsey that he was requesting a letter be sent to the Eaton County Board of Commis­ sioners and the Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion about the intersection To the editor: of Vermontville Highway Carroll Wolff has separat­ and M-50. He said the area ed the Village Council into is becoming increasingly more traveled, according two. Mr. Wolff, with Steve to studies and he is con­ Wheeler and Ralph Kirk, are cerned about the safety now running the village their because there is a small way. The rest of us are left hill and the angle of the out. The three ofthem would corner is "deceiving." like to get rid of the police • Heard from Spagnuolodepartment and transfer/reO'Dell, who publicly cycle station. This halfofthe thanked the American Le­ council does not care about gion for displaying flags in 24-7 police coverage and town after the terrorist at­ they have been in touch with tacks. Barry County to find out • Approved payment of how much it will cost to con­ $20,000 budgeted to Fleis tract the village. and Vandenbrink for engi­ A lot of their ideas are neering costs to prepare coming from Scott Decker applications for improve­ who runs the DPW. He is ments to the water system. complaining about the An additional $2,000 was police working four ten-hour approved to be paid to the days and their paid lunches. cost of the applications. With the police out of the • Heard that the village budget, The DPW could get is looking for about five acres on the north side of town for a new water tower that will be constructed in the future. • Approved one building referral and tabled another for the need for an updated The Vermontville United drawing. Methodist Women will hold Spagnulo-O'Dell sat on a craft and bake sale at the the board for her first Vermontville United Metho­ meeting after being ap­ dist Church Saturday, Oct. pointed last month. She 13, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. said she became interested The Vermontville United in serving on the council Methodist Men’s Commun­ because she takes and in­ ity Breakfast will be held terest in the community and wanted to serve. She is a victim advocate and felony case manager for the Eaton County Pros­ ecutor. She is married to Monte O'Dell and is the mother of two boys and The General Federation of stepmother to a boy and a Women’s Clubs Vermont­ girl. ville will have its annual “Salad Bingo” for its fall fund-raiser and community POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Instructional fllde/General hide 6.5 hrs/day • Monday through Friday Qualifications: • High school graduate • Must pass instructional skills test • Computer skills needed • Library skills preferred • Must demonstrate patience and be able to work well with young adolescents • Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations • Must be able to work cooperatively with teachers, parents & administration Duties may include but are not limited to: working as an instructional aide in the library/computer lab; lunchtime/playground supervision; and other duties as may be assigned by administration. Application should be made to the Administration Of­ fice, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by October 19, 2001. Nashville needs full-time police department lots of new equipment and higher wages. The DPW has a brand new 4x4 truck and they are allowed all the overtime they need. Police are limited to 130 hours of straight time per week and the police cards are four years old with over 150k miles on them. Police are restricted to 50 miles per day on the police car and the DPW has no restrictions. Why would Decker com­ plain about police depart­ ment salaries when he is salaried at 45 hours a week and only works 40? The police can show how coverage and budget is best utilized working four 10s with only three full-time and two part-time officers. One ofthe police officers tried to bring the hour and salary issue to a council meeting and they ignored his request to talk about it. That officer’s letter to the council has stopped his promotion to sergeant. How is it that the council can get rid of the police department without the pub­ lic voting on it? The village president and two council members have put them­ selves in a very strong posi­ tion to do what they want with any department since they have left four council members uninformed of their actions. I support having a full­ time police department and hope that the people of Nashville show their sup­ port. Dan Kellogg, Nashville Two events set for Saturday in Vermontville Saturday, from 7 to 10 a.m. They will serve biscuits and sausage gravy, eggs (any style), sausage links, pan­ cakes, French toast, orange juice, coffee, tea and milk. A good will offering will be accepted to cover cost of meal. The Vermontville area senior citizens will meet Wednesday, Oct. 17, from noon to 1:30 p.m. for their monthly potluck lunch. Bring a plate to pass for the lunch. Call Hildred Peabody at 517-726-0574 for details. Vermontville GFWC plans Salad Bingo’ Oct. 25 Junior high C-C results The Maple Valley Junior High cross country team met at Carson City for an invitational meet on Sept. 29. There were a total of 26 schools and over 100 runners. For the girls, Dhanielle Tobias came in 12th overall and first for Maple Valley at 10:54, earning a medal. Kayleigh Browne ran a 14:59 and Trisha Carney finished in 15:32. For the boys, Kenny Kienutske finished in 12:18, and Kyle Pash was right be­ hind at 12:20. The team traveled . to Leslie on Oct. 2. Over two miles, Tobias clocked a 14:58, Browne ran a 19:20 and Carney a 19:37. Steven Perry finished in 14:06 for the boys, Pash finished in 16:40 and Kienutske finished in 17:03. Running one mile for the fifth and sixth grade team, Kelli Perry finished in 7:34. On the boys' side, Jonathan Rhodes ran a 6:57. event Thursday, Oct. 25, at Maplewood School in the all-purpose room. This is an opportunity for people to gather for a evening of fun and enjoy a meal of different salads and the chance to win prizes by playing bingo. Tickets can be obtained from a club member or at the Vermontville Village Office. The cost is $8, which includes the meal and bingo cards, with the option ofpur­ chasing more bingo cards. NOTICE The Village of Vermontville will be flushing hydrants Wednesday night, October 10th, and Thursday night, October 11th. Beginning at 9 p.m. This may cause temporary discoloration of the water. Vermontville Village Council 104 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 "270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 9, 2001 - Page 11 Maple Valley school menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 10 Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, potato wedge,, cherry push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct 11 M.W. Hungry Howies. Pizza, whole kernel com, peaches, pretzel rods, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 12 Com dog, mashed pota­ toes, pineapple, bread stick, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct 15 Chicken sandwich, carrot sticks, fresh fruit, potato sticks, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct 16 Mini pancakes, link sausage, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 10 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, cherry push-up, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 11 Choose One - Lasagna, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 12 Choose One - Com dog, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, potato wedges, applesauce, juice, milk. Nashville Fire Dept, open house today The Nashville Fire De­ partment will have an open house from 5 to 8 p.m. today (Tuesday, Oct. 9). Visitors are welcome to come and look over the trucks and, equipment. There also will be mem­ bers of the Nashville De­ partment of Public Works (DPW) on hand to answer questions. Refreshments will be served. Mobile Homes Real Estate National Ads 35 Dealerships in the State of Michigan. We have over 500 lot models we need to move. All of them to be sold at cost. Save thousands!!! Call for Details 1-888-538­ 8900. This is no gimmick. RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story IF YOU MUST WORK, WORK AT HOME! Build mini dish systems. No prime Star. CaU (616)948-7870. NEED CASH? We buy used mini dish satellite systems. No Prime Star. Call (616)948­ 7870 Beautifully Wooded Acres short drive to State Land, Manistee River, snowmobile Trails. Ideal home site or rec­ reation spot. Driveway, cleared site, electric. $25,900, $500 down, $320/mo, 11% land contract, www.northerlandco.com for photos and survey of Spruce Lane. Northern Land Company, 1­ 800-968-3118. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE wich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, baked beans, apple, juice, milk. paper or plastic coating. • Tin cans — flattened, clean, with no labels. • Magazines — tied of in grocery bags (no Read­ er's Digest). Scouts ask that items not be dropped off early. The next recycling date will be Saturday, Dec. 8 2001. Jobs Wanted NEW DAYCARE COMING home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1/2 baths. Located on a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 at $22,900. Payments can be as low as $199 W.A.C. Call New Tradition Homes at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-5388900._______________ KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 Monday, Oct 15 Tuesday, Oct. 16 Choose One - Rib sand- NEW HOMES STARTING Recreation Choose One - Nachos, piz­ za, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Sunfield scouts recycling planned Sunfield Boy Scouts will have recycling at the west end of Carl's parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 13. The scouts will accept: • Newspapers — tied or in grocery bags. • Glass — clear, clean, no caps. • Aluminum — with no Miscellaneous DSS SATELLITE SYS­ TEMS: We buy, sell, trade SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC . repo: must sell! wii look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604__________ Excavating-Trucking-Grading FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 ABANDONED signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. your own successful busi­ ness. Mail-order/E-Commerce. $l,000-$7,000/mo PT/FT potential. Free infor­ mation. (800)-567-4713 www.RemarkableWealth.co m 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours REPO. Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products BANK needs someone to as­ sume payments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604 ~ Rickard J. Ewing ~ GARAGE SALE: Oct. 12th13th. 9am-? Fri.; 9am-noon Sat. 3661 Curtis Rd., Nash­ ville. HUGE 3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: October 13th & 14th, 8am-?? 253 N. Main, Ver­ montville. Clothes all sizes, toys, kids bikes, video tapes, riding lawn mower, pickup truck, travel trailer & much more. End Of Season Clearance Sale Buy The #1 Selling Camper From The #1 Camper Dealer in MI Lance Campers In Memoriam IN MEMORY OF Eddie Ray Purchis 1951-1976. Son of Frank & Peggy, brother, father of Wendy Jo and Jamie, uncle of Frank, Jeff and Shawndenae. Only you know why you left your loved one's. Not a day that goes by we don't think ofyou, also your dear friends. May you rest in peace. Purchis family and friends. 14 Models to choosefrom Own America's #1 selling Camper for less than Save up to $5,080 $75 per month 12 models in stock \ siz si es to fit both long & short box Taos model with approved credit Dennis Trailer Sales N. Grand River @ Waverly Rd. Lansing (517) 321-1805 to Vermontville/Nashville area. Loves kids, reasonable rates. Call Donna (517)641­ 7792. POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Fann AG. LIME: delivered • & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. AQHA 7 YEAR old Palomi­ no mare, broke to ride, sev­ eral 2 year old paints, started under saddle, (517)855-3662. Instructional Aide/General Aide 6.5 hrs./day Pets Monday through Friday FREE PAIR of pretty Para­ keets with the purchase of a cage. Fully equipped with dishes & water tubes, $35 each. Have 2, (517)852-3955 evenings. Qualifications: High School Graduate YOU WOULDN'T TRUST JUST ANYONE TO DRIVE YOUR CAR, SO WHY TRUST JUST ANY COMPANY TO INSURE IT? Don't trust just anyone to insure vour car, see me: Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, MI 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Like a good neighbor. State Fann is there I INSURANCE Slate Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company (not in NJ) Stale form Indemnity Company (NJ) • Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois 1.5 hrs./day Monday through Friday Qualifications: High School Graduate Must pass instructional aide skills test Must demonstrate patience and compassion Computer skills needed Must be able to work well with young adolescents . Library skills preferred J General Aide Maplewood Elementary Must demonstrate patience and be able to work well with young adolescents Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations Must be able to work cooperative­ ly with teachers, parents & administration Must be able to work cooperative­ ly with teachers, parents & administration Duties may include but are not limited to: lunchtime/playground supervision, other duties as may be assigned by administration. Duties may include but are not limited to: working as an instructional aide in the library/computer lab/ lunchtime/playground supervision; and other duties as may be assigned by administration. Application should be made to the Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by October 19, 2001. �The Mapte Valley News Nashville. Tuesday October 9, 2001 — Page 12 Lions clinch share of league title on Homecoming Maple Valley's Eric Smith (22) cuts back against the Bellevue defense during Friday's Homecoming win. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) by Jon Gambee Maple Valley homecom­ ing fans were treated to another Southern Michigan Athletic Association title, or at least a share of it, as the Lions beat Bellevue 36­ 18 last Friday. "It was not a typical Maple Valley game," said Michigan Football Hall of Fame Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt afterwards. "But we were able to come away with a victory and that's what counts." It was, in fact, the 25th consecutive regular season victory for the Lions under Mittelstaedt and it guaran­ teed at least a share of their ninth SMAA championship in the last 12 years. "We sort of let down late in the game," Mittelstaedt said. "But overall we played pretty well." The Lions played well enough to build up a 14-0 lead before the Broncos scored a point. Mike Hirneiss got things rolling with a 34-yard scamper in the first quarter. Maple Valley's Mike Hirneiss (4) tries to keep his balance behind blocks from Zach Vorce (52) and John Terberg (1) against Bellevue on Friday night. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) Mike Hirneiss (4) races to the end zone for the Lions during Friday's Homecoming victory over Bellevue. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) He was followed to the end zone minutes later by Bryan Dunlap, who scored from 17 yards out. Hirneiss ran in the extra point. Bellevue got on the scoreboard with a 25-yard run by Lee Reed just before the first quarter ended, but they were held at bay from then until the last minute and a half, when they scored two quick TD's. By that time, their fate had been sealed. Darin Thrun scored twice in the second quarter on runs of 10 and one yards, and Hirneiss capped the scoring with a 57-yard run in the Maple Valley's Bryan Dunlap (3) finds a hole between two Bellevue defenders on Friday night. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) third quarter. Reed ran 58 yards to score for Bellevue with 1:20 left to play in the game, and then, with only four seconds left on the clock, Bronco quarterback Adam Bassett hit Rob Simons on a 56yard touchdown pass. But statistically this night belonged to the Lions, as Maple Valley ran up 365 yards of total offense, 301 on the ground. Hirneiss led all rushers with 162 yards on 12 carries. Defensively, Ben Smith led the charge with 10 tackles. Jason Silsbee had nine and Jeremy Wiser had seven. John Terberg and Eric Smith had five each. The victory ran Maple Valley's regular season record to 7-0 and 5-0 in the SMAA. "Next week we will get a real test," Mittelstaedt said. "We play Olivet at home, and except for one slip up against Leslie, they would be undefeated, also." The two areas in last Friday's game that could be called un-typical of Maple Valley football were penal­ ties and fumbles. Maple Valley has aver­ aged less than three penal­ ties a game, but Friday night they were hurt by miscues, and had one touch­ down called back because of an infraction. The Lions also forced only one turnover - a fum­ ble covered by Brandon Hopkins -- which is another anomaly for the Lions. Usually, their ferocious de­ fense forces numerous turnovers. "There were times when it didn't look very much like Maple Valley football," Mittelstaedt said. "And we can't afford to make those kinds of mistakes against Olivet. "We have guaranteed our­ selves of at least a share of the title, but Olivet is 6-1 and they are the team we have to beat if we are to have the title all to our­ selves." On the other side of the coin, however, Mittelstaedt heaped praise on his special teams. "Our kickoff team was outstanding," he said. "They gave us great field position all night and we were able to take advantage of it. It is something we work very hard on and the kids did an excellent job. "We have some work to do to get ready for Olivet, but we know the areas we have to work on and we should be ready." Given their record in regu­ lar season play, it is wise to take that promise seriously. Maple Valley is not used to sharing championships and they don't plan to start this year. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-10-16.pdf 8d1a59129df4c594e0d00ea42d2e9dc9 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121$ CHURCH ST BASTINGS III 4905S-1M3 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 42/October 16, 2001 Residents turned out to meet with the various de- by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer partments in Nashville at the fire house last week The fire department, the police department and the ambulance came together for the emergency services night in Nashville last week, held in Nashville Tuesday. The police department ambulance and fire de­ partment personnel were on hand to talk to the pub­ lic and show their equip­ ment. Kids had a good time climbing into the police cars and ambulance ex­ ploring all the vehicles with guidance from de­ partment personnel. Different fire trucks were open for the children to climb in and explore. Games were available and materials on safety were handed out to the children, and blood pres­ sure checks were given to the adults who wished to have them done. Refreshments also were served. More photos on page 3 The fire trucks were open and accessible for children to climb on at the open house. Clerk Cathy Lentz resigns Dunham appointed Nashville president tern, will fill out Wolffs term until March. The pro tern seat va­ Frank Dunham was ap­ cancy was not filled at the pointed Nashville village president last Thursday meeting, the council night to replace Carroll choosing instead to table it Wolff, who resigned late for a month. Village Clerk and former last month. Office Manager Cathy The Village Council ac­ cepted a number of resig­ Lentz's letter of resigna­ nations and appointed tion also was accepted. people to fill several posi­ The letter said that when tions at its meeting Thurs­ she left her position as manager and kept the posi­ day. tion as clerk it was with Dunham, who had been the impression that she serving as president pro would be helping to ease by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer the new office manager into his or her new posi­ tion, and help the transi­ tion run smoothly. Her let­ ter said this did not hap­ pen, so she is resigning her post. Office Manager Sandy Harvey was appointed in­ terim clerk for two weeks, to be compensated in a pro rated weekly basis. Coun­ cil member Ralph Kirk voted no on appointing her to the temporary position. In other business the council: Frank Dunham is sworn in by Lois Elliston to serve as Nashville Village President. Carroll Wolff resigned from his seat two weeks ago. . • Approved rolling the positions of clerk and of­ fice manager into one and working out a job descrip­ tion for it. Councilman Steve Wheeler said his did not seem to attract a qualified person unless the job was made full time. Trustee Ed Sheldon said he thought it should be two positions. Council member Ralph Kirk said he thought it would use time better and be more effective if the position was rolled to­ gether. He said he ques­ tioned the legality of not having three people in the positions needed. A vote was taken to combine the positions and Karen Betts and Ed Shel­ don voted no, but the mo­ tion carried with four yes votes. • Voted to approve the purchase of a leaf collec­ tion box for $2,500, with Karen Betts and Ed Shel­ don voting no. • Voted to approve the planning commission's receommendation to meet twice a month as to get the master plan finished in a timely manner. • Heard public comment from a resident who felt the police department should not be "gotten rid of" and another resident who felt that second hand information brought to the council should not be con­ sidered reliable. Councilman Kellogg denies he wrote letter by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Village Coun­ cilman Dan Kellogg de­ nounced the mystery writer of a letter to the editor with his name on it that was published in last week's Maple Valley News. "I read the article Tues­ day morning about 10 o'­ clock and was amazed and shocked. I don't know how or whose idea it was to put this article in the paper. I want it known to the coun­ cil, to the village residents and all the committees that I did not write this let­ ter... Personally, at these meetings I have talked to people one on one, I have talked directly to people... but right now I am ‘going to let people know about how I feel about some of these comments in the paper. "A letter that I had not written, it amazes me that with the situation the country is going through at this time that this could happen, that we could have sort of a terrorist that lives in this community. Its a cowardly act, it was not appreciated and it will not be tolerated by myself." "First thing is I am a chairperson on the police committee and I also sit on the DPW committee. All of those members on those committees know and understand my feel­ ings on those departments. The police has issues within the department and are not the golden crew that the letter makes them out to be. I do hot think for a minute that the village needs 24 hours a day, See letter, page 2 In This Issue Lions March place 5th in Hastings band invitational Two Maple Valley seniors return from trips abroad Lions gridders suffer first season loss to Olivet Public safety open house held in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 16, 2001 - Page 2 could go on for hours but I would just like to send a message to the person be­ hind this, that this is a criminal act and it is pun­ ishable by law. I have hired my lawyer to inves­ tigate this case, and money is no issue to me because we will get to the bottom of this and prose­ cute the people responsi­ ble for this. He has han­ dled three other cases like this and each time justice has been served. The newspaper has been con­ tacted and soon the letter will be taken for evidence. It will be tested for finger­ prints and DNA. I have not done any person wrong in this village. This is a very serious issue to me and I wish the coward has enough guts to come for­ ward before he or she is caught" After his statement, Po­ lice Chief Garry Barnes said he and the department offered their support in any way with the investigation. Letter, continued from front page seven days a week cover­ age. "Also for the record, I am not aware of any time that Mr. (Carroll) Wolff, Mr. (Steve) Wheeler or Mr. (Ralph) Kirk ap­ proached the county for police coverage inside the village... the equipment that has been brought ..to the police committee has been brought to council and approved... the car or the equipment has never been an issue in the com­ mittee meetings." "The sergeants position has come up in the meet­ ings but has been tabled Look Great For FALL r j Diana s Place | The Place to go Professional Styling | for Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road f 1-517-852-9481 from other issues within the police department." "Now I would like to say a few words on the DPW. The supervisor, Scott Decker has never com­ plained to me personally or made any negative comments to me about about any other depart­ ment in a DPW committee meeting... the DPW does not get all the equipment they request, the council has decided at times to not pursue equipment. Every department has their prob­ lems, but overall the DPW runs pretty smooth, and does what it requests from the committee. Steve Wheeler does a great job at chairing the committee. "Enough is enough, I Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... Kirk said that if it was any consolation to Kel­ logg, no one that he-had talked to really believed that he had written the let­ ter. "I have yet to hear one person who thinks you wrote that letter, and I think that speaks highly of you," said Kirk. Kirk also offered his support and said that he would be willing to take a lie detector test and said he hoped the rest of the village employees would offer to do the same. "There are lots of differ­ ent types of terrorist acts. I would take a lie detector test and I think everyone employed by the village should take one too. I don't want you to look behind your shoulder and think it's me or anyone I am associ­ ated with stabbing you in the back," said Kirk. Wheeler said that he had talked to the Barry County Sherriff about a year ago about county coverage. "I felt it was my respon­ sibility to look into it. And I will tell you why. Back when we were making the budget in February a comment was made to me that (we might find our­ selves without coverage) with the department. It did not mean that we would have to eliminate our per­ sonnel. I talked to Mid­ dleville and they dis­ banded their department. They still have the same officers and they still man the same department, they are paid better, they get better insurance, they have opportunities for better training... I have not pro­ moted this idea and I will not go behind anyone's back to do it but I did feel it was my responsibility to look into the alternatives." Kirk said in terms of his name being associated with talk of disbanding the police department, that it was false and erroneous. Custer-Hanson exchange vows eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance John Custer and Diana Hansen were united in mar­ riage on Sept. 12, 2001 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The best man and matron of honor were Dick and Daisy Bradley, friends ofthe bride and groom. A honeymoon is being planned at a later date with a cruise and a stay in Florida. John and Diana met and work together at Wal-mart in Charlotte. The couple also reside in Charlotte. or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. yluto-Owners Insurance Help Wanted Life Home Car Business fhtNc Pro6fam TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 DRIVER- additional CDL B drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. 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 oh Baseline) Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 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 Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ......................... 6 p.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 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 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A M. Service............................... 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................... 10 a Fellowship Time .......... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class............................. 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer 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. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON . NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 1.1:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School .W.orship 10 a.m. 11. a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services., Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 16, 2001 - Page 3 GFWC Vermontville backs fire dept., ping pong The General Federation of Women’s Clubs Vermont­ ville voted at this month’s meeting to donate $500 to the Vermontville Fire Department toward the pur­ chase of a heart defibulator. The club also donated money to purchase a ping pong table, which will be used by the Methodist Kids have fun exploring the antique fire truck at the Nashville emergency services night last Tuesday. Public safety, from front page Church, which is sponsoring a program for all children in the community to hold ping pong tournaments. Sylvia Williams intro­ duced a guest speaker Cher­ yl Jackson, who is a nutri­ tionist, employed by Char­ lotte Public Schools and Hayes Green Beach Hospit­ al. She teaches classes for Annual senior citizens dinner set for Oct. 23 The annual senior citi­ zens dinner, hosted by the Vermontville Lions Club, will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, at the Vermontville Congrega­ tional Church. done and are doing in the community," said Gene Fisher of the Lions Club. Those interested in at­ tending should phone 726­ 0670 for reservations be­ fore Saturday, Oct. 20. water fitness and physical exercise. Using a ball dem­ onstrated balance and stret­ ching technique. Certificates were available to members for a seven-day free guest pass to the HGB Wellness Center. The fourth annual salad dinner bingo will be held at Maplewood School Thurs­ day, Oct. 25. Tickets are on sale for $8 at the Ver­ montville Village Office. One must be 18 years old to play. The next general GFWC meeting will be Nov. 5 at the Methodist Church. Women from the Vermontville and surrounding area are encour­ aged to join. Call Club President Mary Fisher for more information. Custom Services, Inc. 8635 Thomapple Lk. Rd. • Nashville, Ml 49073 Specializing in “Honey-Do ” Lists Plumbing and Electrical maintenance Bathroom Remodeling • Custom Decks • Landscaping Free Estimates MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Blood pressure checks are given at the open house last Tuesday. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Senrice 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 School board praised for handling of Sept. 11 Maple Valley School staff was praised by administration at last weeks board meeting for the way they handled the terrorist attacks Septmember 11. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203_____ 945-2243 $4.25 Kids & Seniors all shows $4.50 DAILY Matinees til 6pm $5.00 Students A Late Shows Fri A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes | DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refill* & ,2S< Corn Refllla Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View t Principals from each building outlined how the events were handled and the money that has been collected to help with relief funds. Each school is participating in a variety of events such as unity day, and special assemblies to remember those killed in the attacks. In other business at the meeting the board: The board discussed bleachers for the new field at the high school at last week's meeting. Superintendent Clark Volz discussed using color on the bleacher unit and the possibility of vinyl seats for reserved seating. Volz also showed the board preliminary prints for the board room and explained that the project has been delayed for more complete prints and Fire Marshall approval. The building is being built by a high school class. Approved winter coaches. Approved to have Deyo Associates Inc to provide a complete current appraisal of the properties and contents of the district and a 2002-03 revision of this appraisal for the amount of $4,300. Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS" EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.......................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................................................ 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................................ 852-5066 "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 4 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED dt DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seed­ ed to alfalfa hay dt are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!!. (VL-134-137) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 3 ACRES 3 or 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) Correction: A letter to the editor in last week's edition of the Maple Valley News that was said to be written by Nashville Village Council member Dan Kellogg was not written by him. It is not clear at this time who did write the letter, but the Maple Valley News sin­ cerely apologizes for any confusion this has caused. DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today ~ We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon 1-888-945-9557 ■ | WWW.GQTI.COM ■ ■ REALTOR ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". (CH-127) BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Small town grocery featuring "full service" meat counter. Owners are too busy to keep up with growing business. If you want to be your own boss here is your opportunity!! Call Hyle for private showing (V-144) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD TTees, creek, nat. gas available. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details......... (VL-138) Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on dr off street parking. Charming small town “Cafe". Cali Jerry for full details. (N-148) ON 1 ACRE SOUTH OF NASHVILLE. Plenty of space in this 1992 manufactured home. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 full baths one with garden tub, walk-in closet, family room w/slider to deck. On corner lot on M-66 "in the country". Call Jerry. Must seel! (CH-141) STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-14'aai �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 16, 2001 - Page 4 Twb Maple Valley seniors return from trips abroad the Vermontville and Nashville Lions Club. "I got to choose where to go and I picked there be­ cause we have hosted a couple of exchange stu­ dents from there," said Grant. Grant visited many cities while there, includ­ ing Melbourne. She said by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Two Maple Valley se­ niors, Hillary Grant and Bethany Adams, took overseas trips this summer and came back with new experiences to share. Hillary Grant traveled to Australia and New Zealand, with help from she enjoyed visiting the aquarium and checking out the sites, though she felt the food was not to her lik­ ing. "They serve a lot of lamb there and the pizza was really different than here," she explained. She said the people were not as affable in Aus- While in Australia, Hillary Grant (middle) had a chance to see the city of Melbourne with friends. Brooke Watson, Hillary Grant (from Maple Valley) and Rebecca Adams enjoy the scenery in Australia. NEW! and In Stock t 03100 03100 A 400 $15" NORTHBVet jinor The Ou tdoor Tradition. A 400 CHILDREN’S JR. ARCTIC PAC INSULATED 8” Leather Top Pac 63100 NORTHERNER JUNIOR INSULATED Olive 3-Eyelet Pac Rugged Light Brown leather uppers. Light­ weight TPR injection molded bottom and trac­ tion lug outsole. Removable soft felt insulating liner. Built-in THERMOL1TE insulation. Re­ movable fleece-lined insole. Heel kick-off. Comfort rated to -10°. 100% waterproof pull-on pac. Pliable, all-rubber construction. Built-in foam insulation. Pebble Grip self-cleaning sole. Easy on & off fabric lin­ ing. Removable cushion insole. Steel shank for additional support. Children’s whole sizes 9-12 Youth’s whole sizes 13-6 Children’s whole sizes 11-6 Rugged Brown oil-tanned waterproof American leather upper. Black rubber bottom. Durable ALPHA GBX outsole. Removable boot liner with 200 grams of THINSULATE insulation in a 3/8" polymeric foam wrap. 8mm insulating felt midsole for additional warmth. Black PU padded collar for comfort. RANGER heel kick off for easy on and off. Steel shank for addi­ tional support. Non-catching speed laces. 100% WATERPROOF. Comfort rated to -50° F. Men’s whole sizes 7-14 *10" 63001 A 476 SUMMIT Brown 10” 100% Waterproof Pac CHILDREN'S BOOTS 63001 STORM CHIEF Black 100% waterproof pull-on pac. “Fire Helmet” in­ signia. Pebble Grip self-cleaning sole. Remov­ able cushion insole. Steel shank for additional support. Children’s whole sizes 5-13 ,5ERVL'5. 21012 *24" Noktvert^T OVER-THE-FOOT ROBBER BOOTS T346 Non-insulated 17” Olive Insulated Hi-Strap Pack High Abrasion Trac Tread sole. Contoured ankle-fit comfort. Shovel Shank reinforcing strip. FOOT FO FORM contour insole. Polymeric foam insulation. Men’s whole sizes 5-15 INSULATED OVER-THE-FOOT ROOTS 21812 INSULATED 16” Olive 4-Eyelet Pac Heavy Trac Tread sole and heel. Polymeric foam insulation. Made in USA. Whole sizes 5-13 HOME TOWN I LUMBER & HARDWARE Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm VESA 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 tralia as New Zealand, but she had a chance to do some shopping and other activities. "I also had a chance to go to the zoo, and though I did not see a kangaroo in the wild I saw one there. I had a really fun time, the people I stayed with were really nice." Grant said she is not fin­ ished with traveling and Mexico is on her list of next destinations. Bethany Adams went to Finland. "I met an exchange stu­ dent here and so I went to live with him and his fam­ ily," she said. Adams said that though she was scheduled to visit for six weeks, she stayed for two, having seen all the sites she could there. "The town I stayed in was smaller than Ver­ montville," she explained. "I did a lot of fun things, like we went shopping and out to dinner and to the movies." One of the favorite things she brought home was two Finnish dolls — one for her mother and one for her. "One is a traditional doll and one is knitted — they are cool." Adams said the town she stayed in, Leivonmaki, looks a lot like Northern Michigan. The people were very polite. But the language barrier was greater than I expected. They made ev­ ery effort to make me feel welcome." Adams said the food was about the same except the French fries were "awe­ some." She said some of the dif­ ferences there was that the kids there hardly see their friends over the summer. "They like to hang out with their families and rel­ atives," she said. "You have to be 18 to drive and the closest town is 45 minutes away." She said she still keeps in e-mail contact with her friend, Ismo. "It was a wonderful experience, I still want to travel. I would love to go to England." Bethany Adams holds some of the Finnish money she brought back from her trip there this summer. - Harvest Festival Turkey Dinner First Congregational Church I of Vermontville • 1 IOS. Main Family style with homemadepies & rolls Saturday, Oct. 20 Serving starts at 5p.m. $7 adults; $3.50 ages 4-10 Under 4, free Paying too much for car insurance? Get affordable coverage from State Farm. See me to find out why State Farm insures one*out of every five cars on the road today. A.M. Best Private Passenger Automobile Market Share by % of Direct Premium Source: Best's Review, Properly/Casualty Edition, July 199IL, 199IL ©A.M. Best Company, 1998. Used bypermission. www.hometownlumber.com Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S. Hanover St. Hastings, Ml 616-948-1284 866-948-1284 Slule Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Comjxjny (nol in Mj) Slate Farm Indemnity Company (NJ) • Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois www. slatefaim .com �Looking Graphics PRINTER! PULL SERVICE PROM START TO PINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones 1-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING (at Charlotte Litho) SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! • Letterheads • Folders • Business Cards • Books • Annual Reports • Stickers • Brochures • Invitations • Flyers • Labels • Posters • Tags • Political Signs • Envelopes • Rubber Stamps • Tickets • Business Forms • Balloons • Newsletters • Calendars • Computer Forms • Catalogs ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. in the BARN! Tiy our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. --------------------------- 1 Hour or Next Day Processing------------------------------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Host Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE 1351 North — LOCATED AT — M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings. Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 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, October 16, 2001 Page 6 Vermontville celebrates donations for defibrillator by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Town­ ship Fire and Ambulance celebrated donations from the community that al­ lowed them to buy a new defibrillator at the fire open house last week Wednesday. With donations from the Vermontville Lions Club, the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association, the Vermontville Women's Club, and funds from the ambulance and fire de­ partment, a new defibrilla­ tor was purchased. Members of the depart­ ment had a chance to meet with families at the open house and showcase their equipment. "We had a good turnout," said Assistant Fire Chief Monte O'Dell. "It was a good time for the community to come out and what we have and see what we would like to eventually purchase." Kids took part in a color- the new defibrillator at the open house. The Vermontville Women's Club representative Elaine Russell (far right) donates a check for $500 towards the purchase of a new defibrillator at the open house last week. ing contest with the Fire Safety Prevention Week as its theme. Doughnuts and cider also were en­ joyed. O'Dell said the depart­ ment is very thankful for the donations that allowed the purchase of the defib­ rillator. "On behalf of the Ver­ montville Township Fire and Ambulance Depart­ ment we appreciate the donations from the com­ munity." Anyone who would like to donate to the equipment fund can call 726-1269. Children participate in the coloring contest at the Vermontville Fire Department Open House. Philanthropy can accomplish many purposes. You have the ability to strengthen your community, preserve cultural resources, assist the disadvantaged - and benefit yourself and your family as well. When people want to make a charitable gift, the most common option is to make a donation to a public charily. These organizations serve education, the arts, health services and a broad range ofcauses. To establish and fulfill a long-term charitable giving program that can provide lasting impact, individuals, families and businesses have two basic alternatives: • PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS are inde­ pendent charities established, controlled and maintained over time by a donor. • COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS are public charities built by thousands of individuals, families and businesses that care about their communities. A community foundation manages individual gifts and bequests as an endowed pool of assets, distributing grants to a wide variety of organiza­ tions that enhance and support the quality oflife in the community. A vol­ unteer board of community members like yourself, directly accountable to donors and the community, oversees each foundation's administration and distribution offunds. The Vermontville Lion's Club donates $1,000 to the Vermontville Fire and Ambulance for the new defibrillator. Giving through a community fo1 >ndation can help you: • achieve your philanthropic objectives • improve your community • maximize the tax benefits that charitable donations can provide When you give to your local community foundation it will give you the satisfaction of knowing that your concern for your community will have an impact in making it a better place for years to come. The Barry Community Foundation can work with you, your attorney and financial advisor to help structure what philanthropic options will work best for you. ommunity oundation P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-9454)526 • Fax: 616-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org Representatives trom the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association donate $1,000 for the new defibrillator. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 16, 2001 - Page 7 Lions march to Sth in Hastings band invitational PHOTO Center Get your Fall Color Tour photos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day____ 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT r 35MM OR APS 1 DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... kwith original processing 4x6 prints only panoramic The Maple Valley Band exits the field after playing its tribute to the Civil War. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer About 2,500 marchers in 24 bands "strutted their stuff" for the judges at the ninth annual Hastings Marching Band Festival and Competition Oct. 6. When the dust had settled, Maple Valley under the di­ rection of Dennis Vanderhoff placed fifth out of six in Class C schools. First place winners were Decatur in Class D, Olivet in Class C, Gull Lake in Class B and Muskegon in Class A. Maple Valley performed its halftime show with an American Civil War theme. Drum majors Re­ becca Guernsey and Micah Tobias led the band. Selections included "When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again" to honor the North and "Au­ ralee" for the South. The announcer said the war APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional We can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print Custom Rubber Stamps Self-Inking • Made to order Check our prices! Just in time for Halloween... Full Color Personalized Post Cards! ^feason-’s- Maple Valley Band Director Dennis Vanderhoff helps carry the band's equipment off the field after the band's performance. f f/ /I I would would like like toto thank thank everyone, everyone, gjWjsSJ especially my children, ggrand­ children and great-grandchildren and* [k families who sent flowers, cards and all who came to visit and wish me a happy “Happy 80th Birthday.” A special thank you to the Nashville Five for the music and those who helped with the lovely lunch. Gladys Hummel v~ brought the nation to its knees at which time the band knelt in unison. They then played taps and ended with "Battle Hymn of the Republic." The weather changed throughout the day with some sun, some snow, some clouds and lots of wind and cold. The weather added an extra challenge to the musi­ cians. They were forced to find ways to keep their fingers and mouth pieces warm by pulling sleeves over fingers and tucking mouth pieces in pockets. Members of the color guards had to stay bundled in coats until show time. Their coats were shed and they went through their routines, defying the frigid temperatures. The bands could earn a possible 100 points with 30 points for music perfor­ mance or execution, 25 points for music effect, 25 points for marching perfor­ mance and 20 points for visual effect. The bands also were judged for per­ cussion, color guard and field commanders. The judges were Dennis Em­ mons for music perfor- See band, page 8 Now’s the time to order your Holiday Greetings! Full Color Personalized Post Cards or Greeting Cards STOP OUT TODAY! NOWAVAILABLE! 1 COLOR TO 4 COLOR 43” WIDE X NECESSARY Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays & more! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 . . G^'Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday. October 16. 2001 - Page 8 Husinea Services Jobs Wanted HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. NEW DAYCARE COMING to Vermontville/Nashville area. Loves kids, reasonable rates. Call Donna (517)641­ 7792. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: l icensed & Insured Ownerr operated for 15 David Halliwill, own(517)543-1002 GET MORL NEWS! Subacribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County Phone (616/945-9554 Farm AG. LIME: delivered deli & spread . Darrell Hamilton, sp (517)852-9691 AQHA 7 YEAR old Palomi­ no mare, broke to ride. Sev­ eral 2 year old paint*, started under saddle, (517)855-3662. For Sale FOR SALE: pumpkins, $1 each. Little's Country Store at Thoma pole Lake Public Acc (517)852-9152 QUEEN AMISH LOG bed, rustic, includes, mattresses. Bought new, never used. New $9(X), sacrifice $275 517-204-0587 (iarane Sate 2 FREE GARAGE SALE sign* with your ad that run* in any of our papers Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Miscellaneous DSS SATELLITE SYS­ TEMS: We buy, sell, trade mini dish systems No prime Star Call (616)948-7870. NEED CASH? We buy used mini dish satellite systems. No Prime Star. Call (616)948­ 7870 Mobile Homes FRONT DESK/TYPIST/RECEPnONIST: to $10 90/Hr + benefits. General office du­ ties, great advancement po­ tential. (616)949-2424 Jobline IF YOU MUST WORK, WORK AT HOME! Build your own successful business. Mail-order/E-Commerce. $1,000-37,000/mo PT/FT potential. Free infor­ mation. (800>-567-4713 www.RemarkableWealth.co tn________________________ LARGE WAREHOUSE/HI- LO: salary + benefits, 401K plan! Fortune Company! Start training now, (616)949­ 2424. Jobline PACKAGING/LINE AS^ REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Wil) move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 SEMBLY: to $15/Hr. + full benefits. Many shifts need­ ed! Great working environ­ ment! (616)949-2424 Jobline FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 ROUTE DELIVERY (CITY EXPRESS): to $800/Wk. + NationalAds CONSTRUCTION LABORERS: to $20/Hr. + over­ time! Many people needed. Training now, (616)949-2424. Jobline ELECTRICAUAPPREN-”” TICE: to S22.50/Hr. + full benefits! Residential/commercial/industrial. Training with a Journeyman (616)949­ 2424. Jobline great benefits! Full training! All local routes, (616)949­ 2424. Jobline Pets FREE PAIR of pretty Para­ keets with the purchase of a cage. Fully equipped with dishes & water tubes, $35 each. Have 2, (517)852-3955 evenings. Real Estate RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story q. ft.. 3 Bedhome, 1,560 sq. rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1 /2 baths. Located on a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 Recreation The Nashville DPW will begin KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 Beautifully Wooded Acres short drive to State Land, Manistee River, snowmobile Trails. Ideal home site or rec­ reation spot. Driveway, cleared site, electric. $25,900, $500 down, $320/mo, 11% land contract, www.northerlandco.com for photos and survey of Spruce Lane. Northern Land Company 1800-968-3118. on Monday, Oct. 22 Only loose leaves will be hauled. No bags, brush or other debris, please. PLEASE DO NOT PUT LEAVES IN THE GUTTERS before October 20. Lions, continued from page 12 his time getting to his feet, but took only one play off before coming back to try again. Maple Valley did have one more legitimate oppor­ tunity to score in the fourth quarter when they lined up for a 31-yard field goal at­ tempt with 7:31 left to play. It missed, but a penalty against the Eagles gave the Lions another chance, this time from 17 yards out But a wet ball, a muddy field and a missed snap doomed the kick to failure. To illustrate just how even this game was throughout, Olivet finished with 206 total yards and Maple Valley with 170. At the end of the first half, when the final score and al­ ready been determined, Olivet had 71 yards rushing and Maple Valley 73. "Coming in, I thought we would move the ball and we couldn't," Dean said later. "And I thought they would move the ball and they couldn't. Our defense put together its best effort of the season and we needed it tonight. "This was two good teams giving everything they had and I think the fi­ nal score proves that," he said. mance, Brian Topolewski for music effect, Dave Mumma for marching per­ formance, and Mark Heather for visual effect. Jeff Bennett judged the percussion, Juno Orefice the color guard and Gene Hughes-Osborn Vermontville Township has been in the process of developing a Master Plan for the Township since November 2000. We are at the point of creating a Planning Commission to oversee the Master Plan and related planning activities. The new commis­ sion will consist of five members, each initially appointed to the following terms: One - one-year term, two - two-year terms and two three-year terms. Thereafter, all terms will be appointed for three years. Normally, the Planning Commission will meet as often as monthly. Any interested resident of Vermontville Township desiring to serve on the commission should submit a letter of interest to: Marcia Grant, Township Clerk, 5150 Round Lake Rd.,Vermontville, Michigan 49096. Letters should be postmarked not later than November 20, 2001 Questions may be directed to either the supervisor, Russ Laverty, at 517-7261115, or the clerk, Marcia Grant, at 517-726-0032' 102 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. #23-1748 Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hughes ofNashville, MI are pleased to announce the en­ gagement of their daughter Karla Kay Hughes to Rick L. Osborn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Osborn of Pittsford, Mich. Karla is a 2001 graduate from Maple Valley High and is currently employed at Thornapple Manor as a CNA. Rick attended Waldren High and is currently em­ ployed with M.E.H. Logging Comp, ofNashville, Mich. The couple have set a Nov. 10, 2001 wedding date. to Maple valley, also has a share of the trophy. But Maple Valley emerged from the mud and the blood and the tears with the knowledge that in effort there is pride, and in pride there is dignity, and in dig­ nity there is character. In the not too distant fu­ ture, these young men may have more serious issues on their minds, but for at least one more night the issue was football, high school football. And that's as it should be. Table tennis club starting locally A table tennis club will open to the community every Tuesday night at the Vermontville Methodist Church, starting Oct. 16. The club is the idea of Steve Howe, who is an accomplished table top player. The game, also called ping pong, can be played by anyone from novices to pros. "For the competitor it is a chance to sharpen your skills against the area's best players. For those who Band, continued from page 5 Engagements VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION "Maybe it was the condi­ tion of the field," he said, looking down at the tom-up turf. But maybe it was the heart and determination of two well-coached teams putting it all on the line ev­ ery play. When it was over, Olivet had a share of the champi­ onship, while Maple Valley had to be content with shar­ ing a trophy they have been used to holding alone. Leslie, who earlier this season beat Olivet and lost Englerth the field com­ manders.. Hastings Band Director Joe LaJoye said festivals like this give other direc­ tors ideas for next year's shows. "Every band that came did an excellent job of coping with the cold and wind," said Joe LaJoye. "And hats off to the many band parents who pitched in to help." just want to hang out with friends in a relaxed envi­ ronment and listen to mu­ sic are welcome as well,*1 said Howe. Rev. Jeff Bowman said this fits into his ideas for community alternatives. "Community is strength­ ened by the giving of self for the benefit of others. Howe is providing the youth and adults in the community with the oppor­ tunity to engage in the process of community building," said Bowman. "We are delighted to be able to offer our facilities use in support of this pro­ gram." The club will be open Tuesday, Oct. 16, from 7 to 9 p.m., and every Tues­ day after that at the VerJ montville United Methodist Church. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News detfon-ads NOTICE Due to the shortage of serum, the Vermontville Lions Club is unable to offer the flu shot program this fall. In memory of... v Virgil C. Currier 2-14-33 ~ 10-20-96 It has been five long years since we have been able to hear your laughter out loud and see your face but we all still think about and see you in our minds every day of our lives. When we are at gatherings, your name always comes up with love of the things in life you have done or shared with us and they usually are laughter done with a little bit of silence in the end as we all are shedding a tear as we miss you very much. But though we know of all the pain you were going through, so we know that you are in a bet­ ter place now, as your pain is finally over with after many years you had suffered. When we visit your resting place, to place flowers with care or just to say hello Dad! But none will know the heartache when we tum and leave you there! We miss you deeply, Love all yourfamily �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 16. 2001 - Page 9 Nick Jones named first Lions Student of Month *w Maple Valley High School student Nick Jones was chosen by the Vermontville Lions Club as the first student of the month for this academic year. The club has instituted a new program to honor out­ standing students from the area. In choosing a new student each month, Lion members honpe hopne to rercogrer school junior ju nize high school, high, and Maplewood stu­ dents on a rotating basis. As the club's first out­ standing student of the Vermontville Lion's Club President Greg Szymanski and chairperson Judy BeVier present Nick Jones with a student of the month certificate. ‘‘u: ’S Vermontville Lion's Club student of the month Nick Jones with his parents Kelly and Keith Jones. Firefighter visits ‘Little Friends’ The children who attend Little Friends Child Development Center had a * ■k’kwWt hiii special treat last Tuesday during Fire Prevention Week. Hubbard Feed Dairyland Seed Custom Feeds Steyer’s Products 0 ' JUSSI i Many other Farm & Animal Products available 306 S. Williams St. Phone: 616-763-0144 Owner: Marc Trask Associates: Wendy Graham Andy Franks FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 NOTICE Attention Nashville village Residents: The Nashville Village Council has one open position for Trustee. Anyone interested in being a trustee, please contact the Village office at 852-9544 or come into 206 N. Main St. by 5:00 p.m. on October 24, 2001. You must be a registered voter of the Village. Sandy Harvey Interim Clerk A firefighter visited the school to discuss fire pre­ vention and safety. What made the visit extra special is that the firefighter who dressed in full turnout gear to give the presentation is also the program director of the center. Sheryl Norton, a retired Lansing firefighter, sur­ prised her students when she crawled through the door in full turnout gear with a noz­ zle in hand pulling a fire­ hose. She taught them the importance of not hiding in the event of a fire, but going outside instead. She explained that when smoke is present it is necessary to “fall and crawl,” and if their clothing catches fire to “stop, drop and roll.” Sheryl also stressed the importance ofhaving smoke detectors in their homes and an escape plan, which they can practice with their families. For more information about the programs, offered at Little Friends Child Development, please call Sheryl Norton at 726-1533. month, Jones was selected for his involvement in the National Honor Society, is a member of the Spanish club, has played basket­ ball and golf for four years and was recently on the fall homecoming court as homecoming king. He is the son of Keith and Kelly Jones of Nashville. He and his par­ ents were honored during the Oct. 9 Vermontville Lions Club dinner meeting at the First Congregational Church. He was presented with a certificate of appre­ ciation by Lion President Greg Szymanski and committee member Judy BeVier. "We are looking forward to continuing our program and meeting a new out- standing student each month," said BeVier. SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC . Excavating-Trucking-Grading 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ ARE YOU READY TO QUIT PLAYING WITH TOYS? SI A 095 New Blower features Quad Power™ engine and round nozzle. Easily converts to vacuum. 2-year consumer warranty. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, Lightweight and powerful, this saw is a homeowner's dream! national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.’’ Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. VERN'S REPAIR & SPORT At the corner of M-66 & M-50 - Woodbury 1-517-566-8355 • Toll Free at 1-877-717-1019 e-mail: vemsrepair@yahoo.com Fall Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Sat 7:30 am - 3:00 am Now Call Toll Free... 1-877-717-1019 Sun7:30am• 12noon The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- 5T/HL P?ool �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. October 16.2001 - Page 10 School Lunch Menus Maple Valley Elementary School* <M»pl«-wow<J A f ullrn Lunch Menu* Uednevde*. Oct. 17 Taco, whole kernel com. hurro, 1/2 pt lk. T hureda*. Oct. 18 green bean*, pear halv oldfish Cracker*. 1/2 pt milk. Frida*, Oct. 19 ken fnc*. roll and hon tossed salad, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct. 22 C seburger. potato wedge, pineapple, apple­ sauce cake. 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct 23 Chccsic bread stick*. Calendar of Events MSU Extension Office Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Oct. 17 4-H Advisory Council, 7 pm.. Community Room Courts and Law Building. Oct. 20 Horse Judging Clinic, 10 a m., Fred and Fran Hckstra* Friesian Farm. Oct. 22 Rabbit De lopmental C ommittee meeting, 7 p.m. Oct 30 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., MSU Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. I Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p m.. Expo Center. Nov. 3 Homemakers Arts/Crafts Show, 9 a m.-4 p.m.. Hastings Middle School. Nov. 5 Homemakers Crafts. 5-9 p.m. Courts and Law Community Room. Nov. 7 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Nov. 7 Master Gardener Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Laws Community Room. Nov. 10-11 4-H Horse Leader's Horsemanship Safety & 17-18 C ertification Framing Nov. 12 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., MSU Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. 12 4-H Awards Program, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Nov. IS Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., MSU Extension Office, Hastings. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridays from 12 noon to I p.m. - Untilfurther notice. zel en beans, peache /2 pt. pret- Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wed nesday, Oct. 17 One - Turkey tetrazzini, pizza, chicken sandwich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, peaches, juice, milk. Choose Thursday, Oct. 18 Hungry H.S Howies Choose One - Pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Oct 19 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed pota­ toes w/gravy, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Oct 22 Choose One - Chili and crackers, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Tw - Garden salad, carrot sticks, pineapple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Oct 23 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. 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 Nashville student joins CMU master’s program Corin Swartz ofNashville has been admitted to the master ofscience in physical therapy program at Central Michigan University. Students in CMU s physi­ cal therapy program follow a three-year professional grad­ uate curriculum that in­ cludes courses and activities designed to “promote the intellectual, professional and personal development of knowledgeable, reflective, caring, competent and ethi­ cal physical therapists,” said Herm Triezenberg, program director in The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College ofHealth Professions. The program, which is accredited by the Commis­ sion on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, is one ofthe premier accred­ ited physical therapy prepa­ ration programs in the Midwest, said Triezenberg. Swartz, a graduate of Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School, earned her undergraduate degree in biology from CMU in 2000. She is the daughter of Robert and Leslie Guernsey ofNashville. Birthday celebration lands Hastings man in jail A man who went to a Vermontville bar to cele­ brate his birthday Oct. 3 ended up in the Barry County Jail after he al­ legedly punched a hole through a truck window and struck a woman in the face, according to the Barry County Sheriffs Of­ fice. Daniel A. Murphy, 34, of Hastings, allegedly be­ came upset when his wife found him walking along East State Road and stopped the truck to let him in. Deputies said Murphy reportedly accused the woman of taking too long to pick him up just prior to striking the window with his fist. The woman suffered redness and some swelling to the side of her face and cuts to the palms of her hands caused by the shat­ tered glass, deputies reported. Murphy was arraigned on a charge of domestic violence on Oct. 3 and a plea and sentencing hear­ ing is scheduled for Nov. 6 in Barry County District Court. He is free on $500 personal recognizance bond. Free legal advice offered for senior citizens No. 7 The Legal Services of Southern Michigan will con­ duct interviews for legal advice and possible repre­ sentation, without charge, to interested seniors on Wed­ nesday, Nov. 7, 2001, from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 N. Main, Nashville. A short presentation will also be provided. Legal Services of South- ern Michigan is a non-profit clients are given equal organization which provides access to the justice system. high quality legal assistance, It is funded by the Legal representation and education Services Corporation, the to low income people in State Bar of Michigan and Calhoun, Branch, and Hills­ local United Ways. The dale counties and seniors in advice and counsel at the St. Joseph and Barry coun­ senior sites is funded pri­ ties. The agency seeks, marily by Federal Title III Act through its board, staff, vol­ “Older Americans unteers and pro bono attor­ monies and by Calhoun neys, to ensure that its County Senior Millage. Junior varsity wins four basketball contests The Maple Valley JV basketball team beat Dansville 32-20 on Oct. 11. The win pushed the JV's record to 9-3. Chayla Robles scored eight points and had four as­ sists and three steals. Kortney Ewing had five boards and five steals. The JV Lions beat Morrice 47-16 on Oct. 8. Every Lions player scored in the game, led by six points and seven rebounds from Meagan Putnam. On Oct. 4, the JV beat Union City 42-32. Putnam led the way with 13 points and four rebounds. Ewing had six points, six rebounds and five steals. The JV also beat Webberville back on Oct. 2. 45-31. Chayla Robles had nine points, three steals and three assists. Putnam had seven points and seven rebounds. Sunfield 4-H signup slated Sunfield 4-H signup will be held Thursday, Oct. 18, at the Sunfield Community Room from 6 to 7 p.m. The group is mainly a crafty club, sewing, ceram- ics, wood painting, or any other things they can come up with. The club does have a chicken and rabbit leader if anyone is interested in show­ ing these animals. Call for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 hours a day, 7 days a week �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 16, 2001 - Page 11 mission on Aging Menu & Events Hearty Meals Wednesday, Oct 17 salad, plums, rye bread. Thursday, Oct 18 Chicken teriyaki, Oriental blend, pineapple, seasoned rice, cookie. Sliced turkey, potato salad, mixed fruit, ww bread. Thursday, Oct 18 Tuna pasta salad, poppy­ seed com, pineapple Spaghetti, meatballs, tossed salad, broccoli augratin, fruit crisp. Friday, Oct 19 Roast turkey, mashed potatoes/gravy, peas and car­ rots, dinner roll, bread pud­ ding. Monday, Oct 22 Polish sausage, diced car­ rots, sauerkraut, dinner roll, sweet treat Tkiesday, Oct 23 Pepper steak, stewed tomatoes, com, rice, brown­ ie. Lite Menu Wednesday, Oct 17 Ham and cheese, 3-bean Friday, Oct 19 Monday, Oct 22 Meat loaf sandwich, pota­ to salad, pickled beets, white bread. Tuesday, Oct 23 Ground bologna, com O’Brien, fruited jello, white bread. Events Wednesday, Oct. 17 Hastings, crafts/nails; Nash­ ville, puzzle day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, Grand­ parents Rights. Thursday, Oct. 18 - Hast­ ings, music; Nashville, bin­ go; Delton, Day of Sharing. Friday, Oct. 19 - Hastings, k*S fxJ1 w bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, Day of Sharing. Monday, Oct. 22 Hastings, line dance, 9:30 music; Nashville, Day of Sharing; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Oct. 23 Hastings, Day of Sharing; Nashville, Grandma Kid 12:30. Two Vermontville students win KCC scholarship awards Tailoring a Gifts Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to indi­ viduals in their communities. You may also wish to: Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geo­ graphical area. • consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys pub­ lic charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alter­ native to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes to be considered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Kellogg Community College has announced winners of the four alumni scholarships presented as a result of last year's Bruin Scholarship Open Golf Outing. The current students at Kellogg Community Col­ lege are Stacey Balko and Leslie Grant, both of Vermontville. Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 616-945-0526 • Fax: 616-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net lite: wwwJbarrycf.org taiii ,,. ^ Lydia B. (Moccardine) Gould falfei fash) *U»M fa . ■ *•*» •Wh4^^ ■■■i •i’Ksiaiiij life* WKl^. 'Bra. «ri| kHtftr Mrf# WIess If !!■* ®>B lllHfe ■ it Guy Stunlll^ NASHVILLE/LANSIN G - Lydia B. (Moccardine) Gould, age 29, of Nashville/Lansing, died Tuesday, September 25, 2001. She grew up in the Nashville area and attended Nashville schools. On April 1, 1998 she married Terry Gould in Leslie, ML She was employed at General Motors in the Oldsmobile plant for the past five years. She enjoyed cooking and reading. She had a big heart, was a giving person, loved her children and was very meticulous. She is survived by her husband, Terry Gould of Mason; children, Stephanie Moreno, Leslie Moreno, Rusty Moccardine; sisters, Tina Moccardine of Nashville, Rebecca Langford of Dewitt/St. Johns; brothers, Bob Thompson of Nashville, Jimmy Moccardine; father and step-mother, Jim (Marion) Moccardine of Wisconsin; mother and step-father, Lydia (Gary) Harris of Nashville; step­ mother, Kimberly Langford of Dewitt; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 29, 2001 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made the The Salvation Army. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. if® frll «gi * uisu.Mia^ w jausuisRi* lOcLl Subscribe Today! Get all the news of the county. 945-9554 • Sports • Historical • Government /iHu • Ann Landers Mofe! Hastings BANNER Michigan Streams and Lakes Great Gift! Stream MAP of Michigan LOST STREAM The recently published STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the “Lost Stream Map.” The “Stream Map of Pennsylvania” was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear 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 after it first appeared in print Incredibly, the printer entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of work to a landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's possession. Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under lock and key. Experts 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. Why every fisherman and boater needs this map It s estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the Fish. Regardless of which group you fall into...there’s a sure way to up you odds...simply try new fishing waters. Fish where few fishermen ever fish. Michigan is loaded with great fishing waters...many of them overlooked. From the AuSable River to all of the Great Lakes tributaries to the Pere Marquette River...thousands ofmiles of streams, lakes and rivers are now easy-to-locate on one map. Professor Higbee’s Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. This new 4-foot-by-4foot color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan g streams & lakes. STREAMS FREE GUIDEBOOK WITH ALL MAPS RAVE REVIEWS “It is amazingly detailed and names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can’t even be found on topographic maps.” —John Pitarres, OBSERVER-DISPATCHUtica Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the Stream Map both alphabetically and geographically. Your map and guidebook will take you to the top 443 select fishing waters-select waters for 14 species ofgamef ish. ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge LIFETIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination clear-lamination, write-on wipe-off surface surface, with brass eyelets for easy hanging. $24.45 ea. Send Ml 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid Send Ml Ml 44 FT FT by by44 FT FT FOLDED FOLDED map map(s) (s) postage postage paid paid $24.45 ea. Send Ml 4 FT by 4FT LAMINATED map(s) postage paid $44.45 ea. Check or money order enclosed $ “If you’re looking for the most definitive maps ever created depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake...then “Professor Higbee’s Stream Maps” are without question the finest.” —Howard Brant, THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER “It is in showing where to find out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman." —Joe Gordon, TRIBUNEDEMOCRAT-Johnstown PRIORITY MAIL INCLUDED EACH ROLLED AND LAMINATED MAP SHIPPED IN A STURDY STORAGE TUBE Name______________________ Address ' City ______________________ State_________Zip, SEND COMPLETE COUPON TO: J-AD GRAPHICS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 16 2001 - Page 12 Lions suffer first loss of season to Olivet ous issues than a high school football game, it was refreshing to take a figura­ tive step back in time Friday and witness the dedi- by Jon Gambee In this day and age when most 17 and 18-ycar-old males may be thinking of commitments to more seri- cation and commitment of high school athletes to their school, their community and their teammates. They fought a battle of Touchdown!: Brandon Hopkins (82) jumps for joy to see teammate John Terberg come down with a tipped pass in the end zone for a touchdown last Friday against Olivet. (Photo by Jon Gambee) wills Friday at Jefferson School Field in Nashville, and when the smoke cleared, Olivet earned a share of the Southern Michigan Athletic Association Championship with a hard-fought 8-6 vic­ tory over Maple Valley. Maple Valley came into the contest with 25 consecu­ tive conference victories to its credit and the Lions' mission was to win the school's third consecutive conference championship. But because of the grit and determination of the Olivet Eagles, it was not to be. "I thought it was going to be a shoot-out," said Eagle Coach Dean Peters. "I did not expect it to be a defen­ sive struggle." The game came down to defense and both teams AmeriGas PROPANE Pre-season New Customer special Switch to AmeriGas now and get these great benefits... • Guaranteed Price • Senior Discount • Free Installation AmeriGas 1-800-374-3929 7220 Saddlebag Lake Road Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 3 lbs. Ida Red Apples Cauli­ flower 99* Kraft Asst. Var. $219 Parade 15 ct.. Tall Dairy Fresh 10 ct. Buttermilk Paper Kitchen Towels Bags Biscuits 79*.. 79* Bareman’s Gallon Chunk Homo. Cheese Cream Milk head Parade Big Roll Country Maid 48 oz. Parade Veg. Oil 5-6 oz. Can Kissing the Pig: Matt McMillen (right) was the proud winner of the annual Kiss the Pig Contest at the Maple Valley football game last Friday. McMillen won the honor of smooching "Jordan" by raising the most money for the Steve Graham Scholarship fund this year. While Jordan didn't seem especially pleased, the scholarship fund was happy to receive $503.26. (Photo by Jon Gambee) Cumberland Gap 2 Liters All Var. Eckrich Sliced 1 lb. pkg., Sliced 1 lb. Family Pk. Bacon $219 Big Chief Pepsi Plus Dep, Parade 18 oz. More 4 lb. Strawberry Pringles Sugar Preserves In Store 99* Vermontville Grocery united WE STAND Phone 726-1570 We accept: \Wtiw tiw Store Hours: Mon.-Sat 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm ♦ Prices good thru Saturday ...and other cardMoo. ^2222222222222^^^222222^22222232222^222232222222 h IS S' 4 played like champions, so it may be fitting that they share the title. In a misting rain that quickly muddied colors and numbers, these two prep teams left it all on the field and the crowd acknowledged their efforts with a standing ovation when it was over. For Olivet it was recogni­ tion for knocking off the state's sixth-ranked team and a perennial football power, while for Maple Valley it was appreciation for a group of young men who gave ev­ erything they had in a los­ ing effort. "I thought we played well, especially in the sec­ ond half," said Guenther Mittelstaedt, Maple Valley's head coach. "The game came down to a couple of mis­ takes, a couple of missed plays. I'm proud of the ef­ fort my kids gave and I give credit to Olivet." There were only three scores in the game if you count the extra point by Olivet, but that is not to say there were only three highlights in the contest. In a game like this every down is critical, and no one knew that better than the 22 players involved in each snap. It was obvious by the intensity of the contact and the emotion of the outcome. The Eagles scored first, taking advantage of a Lion fumble to drive 24 yards in five plays and scoring on the first play of the second quarter when Calen Brenner pushed in from two yards out. Brenner also scored the two-point conversion that would prove to be the differ­ ence in the game. Maple Valley got on the board when they got the ball back, driving 41 yards in 15 plays. The drive was kept alive when Olivet was called for holding on a fourth-and-six punt attempt by Maple Valley. Darin Thrun capped the drive with a fourth down five-yard touchdown pass to John Terberg in the corner of the end zone with 5:12 left in the half. It was appropriate that the Lions were going for it all on fourth down and that the ball was tipped twice before Terberg managed to pull it down. But the Eagle defense stepped up one more time, stopping Eric Smith short of the goal line in his at­ tempt to tie the score. That was it for points but there was still a lot of foot­ ball to play and neither team gave any quarter (nor asked for any) the rest of the night. Late in the game, when Maple Valley was trying desperately to get back into it, Thrun was injured at­ tempting to pass. He took See Lions, page 8 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 Pip • 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 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-10-23.pdf f0e59824790a7161468293ecd05a780d PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 43/October 23, 2001 New school bus garage open house planned The front of the new bus garage. Office manager-clerk resigns from Nashville Village post by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Village Office Manager and Interim Clerk Sandy Harvey has re­ signed, effective last week. Harvey officially was appointed interim clerk at the last council meeting, after Cathy Lentz resigned. The decision was also made to combine the jobs of clerk and office manager, at that meeting with a divided council vote. The job positions had previously been combined when Lentz worked them, but about seven months ago, she left to pursue other career opportunities, and Sandy Harvey was hired in as office manager. Lentz kept her job as clerk, but as time went on there seemed to be differing opinions about who was supposed to do what, and what the job de­ scriptions were, as brought up at previous council meetings. Lentz resigned and in a letter the reason was given for her resignation that she had hoped that keeping her job as clerk would help with the transition with whomever was hired as of­ fice manager. Since that did not happen, she re­ signed. Council reported at pre­ vious meetings there was "bickering over who does what" and struggled with the idea of combining the jobs. Harvey said when she learned that she would have to reapply for her job, and that Lentz had also applied for the combined job, she decided to tender her resignation. "I decided to quit be­ cause it was the best deci­ sion for me. I could not do the job I was hired to do, and it did not matter what I did, because I could not play the game — and therefore not do my job," said Harvey. "I also do not think it was fair that I had to re-apply for my job just because the council de­ cided to make the jobs a Sandy Harvey has combination. When they hired me it was to be the resigned from her job as office manager, not the Nashville office manager. clerk." Harvey also said she felt the combined job. like her job was being Council president Frank constantly undermined. Dunham said there will be "I liked my job I was minor disruptions in office happy to be doing that, but hours but it should not be I was not happy with all to major. the stuff going on behind "We haven't advertised my back and the stress-has for the postion yet, we are been awful. I really en­ joyed working with council still working on the job members Frank (Dunham), descriptions, and we hope Carroll (Wolffe), Karen to have that ironed out by (Betts) and Ed (Sheldon). Thursday and then we can I got a job offer last Mon­ move on. Lois (Elliston) day and I just decided to will be doing the pay checks and I will be take it." authorizing them, and then Harvey said she will now work out of her home after we get a clerk they will have to validate all as a trade show promoter. Cathy Lentz said she that." Dunham said that Lentz had no comment on has indicated she would be whether or not she applied interested in filling the for the combined job. Steve Wheeler, council position, now that they are member and a member of combined. Dunham said he wishes the finance committee, Harvey well on her new said the public should not job. see too much of a disrup­ "I wish her the best of tion of office hours, and luck, I was sorry to see her that Lois Elliston, village go, and I think she would treasurer and office clerk, have learned the postion was in the office. and done well, but she got He said he did not know a better offer," Dunham if Lentz had applied for The view from the back of the new bus garage. The old bus garage will be torn down after the move into the new garage is complete. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley school district's new bus garage is nearly finished and an open house is being planned, said Terry Woodman, administration assistant to the transporta­ tion and operations de­ partment. The new bus garage, just a bit west of the old build­ ing is up and almost ready for occupation. "We are waiting for final approval from the fire mar­ shal," said Woodman. "A couple of switches need to be wired over the doors, and a few other small things need to happen." Woodman said on Nov. 8-9, when there is a half day and no school on the 9th, the transportation team hopes to move into the new building and be .set to go the following Monday. "We are really excited," she said. "It looks really nice and the old building is in bad shape. Right now when it rains, it leaks through the roof and floor, when I am on the phone, the guys have to stop with the air equipment so that I can hear them. So, it will be great to move in. There is a lot of space in the new building to have training sessions and meetings." Woodman said she is not sure yet when the old building will be taken down. We are planning an See bus garage, pg. 2 In This Issue... Eckhert named new assistant principal at high school Three foreign exchange students visit alternative education Nashville man wanted by feds captured locally Lion gridders drop second in a row, 38-36 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. October 23 2001 - Page 2 Bus garage, continued from, frontpage Early Four's students play as teacher Jennifer Lundquist watches. All busses will be able to be serviced in the new garage- currently the old bus garage does not have tall enough entrances to service many of the newer busses. Early Fours schedules open house for Oct. 24 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Early Four's program will have an open house at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, for all parents and anyone else interested in the pro­ gram. Teachers Jennifer Lundquist and Sarah Mar­ ion said there are many things going on in the pro­ gram. "We are going to be im­ plementing a community advisory committee, with the first meeting to start Scott Eckhert new asst principal at high school job. "I learn as I go, and be­ ing able to work with stu­ dents and help them stay on the right path in school is rewarding. I like to be able to help students make the right choices in school." In his free time Eckert said he enjoys hunting, fishing, gardening and movie trivia. The new garage has office space with windows. open house before the old building is demolished. We would like to contact as many former trans­ portion workers as possible and have them back so we can take a picture of them in front of the old build­ ing." Woodman said a date for the open house has not been set yet. "Everyone here will be happy to move into the new building and we hope things run rmoothly," she said. w-1 Scott Eckert, new assistant principal at Maple Valley High School. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Scott Eckhert, new as­ sistant principal at Maple Valley High School, says he is enjoying his position already. "I am really happy to be here," he said. "This is just the type of school district where I want to be — it's a rural country district and it fits my background nicely." Eckhert is originally from Mason. He graduated from Central Michigan University with his teacher's degree, and has a master's degree in educa­ tion administration. His job previous to Maple Valley was teach­ ing in Cadillac. He is mar­ ried to Shawn, who has a degree in journalism and advertising. "People here have been really supportive. Parents, teachers and students have been very welcoming," he said. Eckhert said he is enjoy­ ing the challenges of his Nov. 16 at 11:30 a.m. in the Early Fours building, behind Kellogg," said Mar­ ion. "We are looking to get the community involved in the program and stress the importance of early child­ hood education. "The committee will ba­ sically begin by educating and informing people about what we are all about... I think some peo­ ple see us as a day care, and we are a preschool with objectives and goals for the year." Marion said anyone in­ terested should RSVP the school. "We are trying also to get our program involved in community activities." Other activities going on in the program involve a trip to the Country Mill in Charlotte on Oct. 25 and trick or treating on Oct. 31 to downtown business. Special Antique & Collectible Auction SUNDAY, OCT. 28 • 2:00 PM Furniture; glassware; figurines; salt & pepper; Bible; much, much more. C&A Auction 12987 M-66, Bellevue • Phone (616) 275-0927 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 23. 2001 - Page 3 Three foreign exchange students visit alt. ed by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Al­ ternative Education pro­ gram had three exchange students visit them recently, giving a chance to learn about life in Ger­ many and Brazil. Ivan Radic, from Ger­ many, Marcela Luz and Daniela Seabra from Brazil came to the school and spent the day talking about how their culture is different than American culture, and also the stu­ dents gave the exchange students a tour around Nashville. Two of the students stay with Alternative Education teacher Rose Hahn, who has hosted students from all over the world since 1989. Daniel Seabra is staying with the Lapekas from Battle Creek. Hahn said the students attend Battle Creek Pennfield schools and had the day off. They talked to the stu- Two students from Brazil (center) make new friends at Alternative Education, (from left) Julie Gilmore, Courtney Gardner, Daniela Seabra, Marcela Luz, Ashley Lamb, and Tabitha Rasmusser. school and Nashville, some of which he will take back to his family in Ger­ many to remember the day. Radic said he enjoyed his day with the students very much, and that they "made him feel like a celebrity." He said he was im- Ivan Radic (middle), from Germany, enjoys time with students Marley Vonfossen (left) and Rebecca Westfall. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1 ■800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.50 Kids all shows $4.75 DAILY Matinees til 6pm & Seniors $5.00 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs_____ No passes DIGITAL STEREO Friday, October 26 • 4:30-6:30 P.M. Homemade Soup • Sandwiches Sloppy Joes • Salads • Pie • Beverages B AZAAR/BAKE SALE Peace United Methodist Church All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or *d*iscrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is I-800-9279275. Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM Oct. 27th & 28th (PG) 4 Miles West of Nashville, Corner M-79 and Barryville Road Everyone Welcome! Look Great For B FALL !Diana’s Place The Place to goofor or Proessional Professional Stlin Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road H Diianaa Diianaa Kuueemppee!l Kuueemppee!l Pee Wee. o RIDING IN CARS WITH BOYS (PG-13) 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:30, 10:00 O ZOOLANDER (PG-13) DIGITAL/STADIUM SEATING OIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 1:00, 3:00, 5:10, 7:10, 9:10 JOY RIDE (R) 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:35, 9:35 SERENDIPITY (PG-13) 1:10, 3:10, 5:20, 7:25, 9;25 FREE one per adj® Hastings 4 u 1-517-852-9481 --- Ivan Radic meets the Alternative Education bird SHOWTIMES 10/22-10/25 1 Bag of Buttery Popcorn All three of the students participate in the FLAG exchange program. | Family “SHOP & SNACK” Night | PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Unlimited Free Drink Refills a ,25c Cott SPY KIDS pressed with the relaxed, creative hands-on atmo­ sphere at the program. K; jwKj | I ■ I WWW.GQTI.COM I ■ dents about their schools, how they dressed, their foods, their weekends and what life is like in general in their countries. D.J Whitney took sev­ eral pictures of the girls meeting with students, and Brandy Collins and Lacy Planck took pictures of Radic on his tour of the Hot Item! Brake Bush Breaded Ground Chuck Chicken Nuggets & Patties Chicken Maple River Drumsticks Pork Sausage 79‘ 99' Feel the benefits of Boston Butt Large Stock of, Pork Roast Halloween Candy! Produce Swiss Steak Come check out our Pumpkin Selection. All Sizes! sssssssssssss£ sssssssssss£ Bareman’s Florida’s Natural 1/2 Gallon Gallon Milk Orange Juice 2 Liters Asst. Var. Faygo *89 Heinz Ketchup *99 24 oz. 12 oz. Jar Asst. Var. Heinz Gravy 99« Plus Dep. Hudsonville j 1/2 gal. J ice^ Cream Schoeps Buttercup, Butternut, rk 12 ctSpaghetti /Fudge Squash r Bars Bar Starkist 6 oz. Chunk Tuna Cole ole’s 9-16 oz. Ore Ida 32 oz. bag Bread Tater Tots Sticks & Garlic Bread & Crispers Campbell’s 10.75 oz. Chicken Noodle Soup , Parade FAC 34.5 oz. Asst. Var. LUVS Diapers Coffee Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 Nashville Family Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 UNITED WE STAND We Now Accept W.I.C. & EBT Winter Store Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm • Prices good thru Saturday We accept: VISA „ .and other cards, too. TP �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 23, 2001 - Page 4 Lions drop second in a row, 38-36 by Jon Gambee Stop the presses! Maple Valley High School has lost two consecutive football games. Make no mistake, losing is something that Lion fans are not used to. They don't even like to win ugly. They want to dominate. They're used to dominating. They lose about as often as the New York Yankees. And to make matters worse, they lost at home, in front of the home-town crowd, a crowd that is used to going home happy. Lose one and you can ex­ pound about character, pride and giving it the old college try. Lose two and the fans begin looking for a tall tree and a short rope. Lose three and...well, I don't think we even want to go there. Last week, it was confer­ ence-rival Olivet that handed the Lions a stunning 8-6 loss, dropping them into a three way tie for the Southern Michigan Athletic Conference Championship, a trophy that had become synonymous with Maple Valley Football. This week, it was Albion that handed the Lions an­ other two point loss, 38-36. That's two losses by a combined total of four points. But four or forty, the result is the same. Never mind that Albion's smallest lineman was as large as Maple Valley biggest lineman. The fact is they ran harder, faster and longer than Maple Valley and in the end went home with a well-deserved victory. For the Wildcats, the vic­ tory meant they will be in the playoffs, which begin next week. For Maple Valley, the loss means they will take a two-game losing streak into the playoffs after cruising to seven consecutive victories and qualifying early. "We were just not able to stop them defensively," said Maple Valley coach In Loving Memory < Ona Marie (Hummel) Hincl who was born 100 years ago on October 27, 1901. k Still loved and remembered by family and friends MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Guenther Mittelstaedt. "They were much bigger, especially across the front line, and we couldn't match up." Actually, the contest was two games in one. The first half was dominated by of­ fense, with both teams scor­ ing on every possession. The second half turned into a defensive battle, with each team waiting to capi­ talize on the other's mis­ take. And Maple Valley made that mistake. In the third quarter, trail­ ing 31-29, Maple Valley stopped Albion and forced the Wildcats to punt from their own 21 yard line at the 4:36 mark. But a roughing-the-passer penalty gave Albion an au­ tomatic first down. The Wildcats took advantage of the break to keep their drive alive and control the ball the rest ofthe quarter. They capped the drive with a two-yard touchdown a minute and a half into the last period, and that score proved to be the difference in the game. Maple Valley got the ball back with 2:31 left to play ■ when the Lions recovered a fumble on their own 23. They moved 78 yards in only four plays to score and make it close, but they never got the ball back and Albion was able to run out the clock. The game started out looking like the team that scored last would win, as both teams moved the ball at will throughout the first Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com HMS REALTOR MLS. Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)......................................................................... 852-5066 PRICED REDUCED! STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center NEW PRICE of town, plenty of on & off $67,900! street parking. Charming 3 bedroom, 1, bath home on small town "Cafe". Call Jerry mature city lot in for full details. (N-148) Vermontville. Pole barn w/cement.floor. Won't last at this price! Call Hyle today. (V-142) BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Small town grocery featuring “full service" meat counter. Owners are too busy to keep up with growing business. If you want to be your own boss here is your opportunity!! Call Nyle for private showing (V-144) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) 2 bedroom ranch retirement or-starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (H-147) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED & DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!!. (VL-134-137) half, trading touchdowns throughout the 24-minute span. Albion took the opening kickoff and moved 63 yards in only six plays. The drive was highlighted by a 29yard run up the middle by Tyreece Sanders and capped by a 12-yard run up the middle by Chary Coats. Michael Culliver kicked the extra point for a 7-0 Wildcat lead. Maple Valley answered with a 14 play, 68-yard drive of their own, a sus­ tained ground attack in which every yard was earned the hard way. Quarterback Darin Thrun snuck in from a yard out to give Maple Valley its first points and Mike Hirneiss' run gave the Lions their only lead ofthe game, 8-7. When the got the ball back, Albion went right back to work, punishing the middle of the line for 64 yards in seven plays. This time it was Dustin Riddle who plowed through the middle for the final two yards. Albion Coach Perry Dellyanne figured correctly that going for one every time was not going to pay off in the end and he used Riddle for the two-point conversion and a 15-8 Albion lead. It was a lead they would never relinquish. Maple Valley struck right back. Eric Smith took the kickoff from his own 15 all the way to the Albion 48 just before the quarter ended. On the first play of the second period, Mike Hirneiss took a pitchout from Thrun and raced around the right end for a 33-yard score, but his two-point conversion attempt was short, keeping the Lions a point behind at 15-14. Then it was Albion's turn again, this time for a 66yard drive that took only nine plays. With 8:04 left in the half, quarterback Marcus Robinson passed to Michael Slaughter for an eight-yard touchdown, and they tossed it to him again for the twopoint conversion to make it 23-14. Maple Valley took the kickoff and marched 72 yards in 13 plays, grinding out the yardage four and five yards at a time. On third-and-one with 1:52 to play in the half, Hirneiss pushed in from a yard out and Isaac Franco kicked the extra point to make it 23-21. Albion struck right back (are you starting to see a pattern here?), gong 53 yards in only three plays and 40 seconds, with Robinson and Slaughter hooking up on a 47-yard scoring pass. Sanders ran in the twopoint conversion for a 31-21 Albion lead. But the half was not over yet, and Maple Valley took advantage ofthe time left to score one more time. Smith again took the kickoff and ran it back 52 yards, frppi.his.owji 18. to Ball!: Lions Darin Thrun (2), John Terberg (1) and Brandon Hopkins (82) go after a fumble against Albion. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley's Eric Smith (22) steps through a hole made by Nate Heinze (58) and John Terberg (1). (Photo by Perry Hardin) the Albion 30. Forced to the air because of the lack of time, Thrun hit Hirneiss on a 21-yard touchdown toss with only nine seconds left in the half and then threw to John Terberg for the two point conversion, making it 31-29 at the half. While everyone geared up for a high scoring second half, the two coaches f preached defense in the locker room and it paid off, as each team was able to score only once the rest of the way. Albion got its touchdown on the drive kept alive by the roughing-the-passer penalty, a drive that took up most of the third quarter and part of the fourth. It was a 23-play drive, See Lions drop 2nd, pg, 6 ro Custom Services, Inc. 8635 Thomapple Lk. Rd. • Nashville, MI 49073 Specializing in "Honey-Do " Lists Plumbing and Electrical maintenance Bathroom Remodeling • Custom Decks • Landscaping Th Free Estimates Licensed & Insured 517-852-9080 GREAT PRICE! Over 2000 sq. ft. of living space in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Castleton Twp. Located on the channel with lake access is an added bonus. Home features spacious master suite and main floor laundry. All appliances to remain. Call Jean (616) 945-5182 or (616) 945­ 0235 ............................................ * . $82,000. MILLER REAL ESTATE 149 W. State Street Hastings, Ml 49058 (616)945-5182 or (616)945-0235 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday,October 23, 2001 - Page 5 Mobile Homes FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos repos-­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461_______________ Gregory Leroy Johnson CHARLOTTE - Gregory Leroy Johnson, age 54, of Charlotte, Michigan, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2001 after a lengthy illness. Mr. Johnson was born Dec. 7, 1946, in Charlotte, Michigan, the son of Clayton and Marion (Snow) Johnson. He was a 1965 graduate of Charlotte High School, a Vietnam veteran, former GM employee and a truck driver. He is survived by his son Heath ofCalifornia; brother, Winston (Dianne) Johnson ofCharlotte; sisters, Deanna (Gerry) Becktel of Cloverdale Lake, MI, Christine. Johnson and her Commission ofAging Friday, Oct. 26 Hearty Meals Turkey and Swiss, cole Wednesday, Oct. 24 slaw, mixed fruit, ww bread. Shredded BBQ Pork, Monday, Oct 29 baked beans, cole slaw, bak­ Wing dings, cole slaw, ery bun, applesauce. garden jello, dinner roll. Thursday, Oct 25 Tuesday, Oct. 30 Breakfast casserole, coun­ Peanut butter and honey, try potatoes, diced peaches, marinated vegetables, apricinnamon roll. cots, English muffin. Friday, Oct 26 Events Creamed tuna, California Wednesday, Oct. 24 blend, squash, biscuit, fresh Hastings, crafts/nails; Nash­ apple. ville, puzzle day; Woodland, Monday, Oct 29 puzzle day; Delton, puzzle Roast pork, sweet pota­ day. toes, peas and carrots, apple Thursday, Oct. 25 - Hast­ stuffing, apricots. ings, music; Nashville, bin­ Tuesday, Oct 30 go; Delton, Day of Sharing. Baked chicken, au-gratin Friday, Oct. 26 — Hastings, potatoes, spinach, dinner bingo, Friday Friends, 1:00; roll, jello. Nashville, popcorn social; Woodland, birthday party. Lite Menu Monday, Oct. 29 — Wednesday, Oct 24 Hastings, line dance, 9:30 Chef salad, macaroni sal­ music; Nashville, Day of ad, pears. Sharing; Woodland, game Thursday, Oct 25 day; Delton, game day. Chicken pasta salad, gar­ Tuesday, Oct. 30 banzo bean salad, tropical Hastings, Day of Sharing; fruit. Nashville, Grandma Kid 12:30. gee us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs ' 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings. V At the gra^barn or call 945-9105 husband, Larry Reynolds of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his sister, Marcella and his parents. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001 at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville, with Rev. Al Metier officiating. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Disabled Veteran Fund. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfimeral.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. NEW HOMES STARTING at $22,900. Payments can be as low as $199 W.A.C. Call New Tradition Homes at (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. 1999 FAIRMONT 16X80 mobile home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, fireplace, central air. 10x24 deck, all appliances in­ cluded. Located in Thomapple Lake Estates. Relocating looking for someone to buy or take over payments. Call (517)852-1994 or (517)628­ 3184 please leave message. 35 Dealerships in the State of Michigan. We only have 238 lot models left to move at invoice, they will not last long. All of them to be sold at cost. Save thousands!!! Call for Details 1-888-538­ 8900 or (616)945-0000. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Farm Lions face Leslie Friday in prep grid playoffs The Maple Valley varsity football team opens the playoffs at SMAA foe Leslie on Friday at 7:30. The Lions (7-2) visited Leslie (8-1) back on Sept. 14 and handed the Black Hawks their only loss of the season, 26-18. Maple Valley, Leslie and Olivet shared the SMAA ti­ tle in the regular season. Antiques ANTIQUE SHOW: BARRY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS EXPO COMPLEX, ON M­ 37, NOV 3RD & 4TH. TWO LARGE BUILDINGS, QUALITY ANTIQUES. JUST NORTH OF HAST­ INGS ON M-37, SAT 10­ 6PM, SUN 10-4:30PM, $2.50 ADMISSION. Miscellaneous DSS SATELLITE SYS­ TEMS: We buy, sell, trade mini dish systems. No Prime Star. Call (616)948-7870. NEED CASH? We buy used mini dish satellite systems. No Prime Star. Call (616)948­ 7870 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 w. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM. Worship ......... 11a.m. Evening Worship..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... ....... 7 p.m. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................... 11 Evening Worship............................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 .............. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................ 1 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School M.orning 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 <)t M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship ....................... 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 'Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: .9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................. 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call *2739570 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................. 9:30 a m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a m. Sunday Evening Senrice ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Servic 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 23, 2001 - Page 6 Lions drop 2nd in a row, from pg.4 capped off by a two-yard quarterback sneak from Robinson with 10:36 left in the game. Culliver kicked the extra point to make it 38-29. Maple Valley's final score came on a pass from Thrun to Brandon Hopkins in the far corner of the end zone. Franco's kick closed the deficit to 38-36, which would prove to be the final score. When the Wildcats got the ball back for the last time, they needed only one first down to run out the clock and they got it. After that it was, as the song says, "Just a Matter of Time." A look at the difference between the first-half stats and the second-half stats points to the difference in the game. In the first half, Albion had 188 yards rushing and 55 passing for a total of 243 yards total offense. Maple Valley got 145 yards on the ground and 23 in the air for a total of 168. In the second half, Albion rushed for 187 yards and passed for 21, while Maple Valley rushed for only 10 yards and passed for 61, a total of only 71 yards. Albion finished with 411 total yards, Maple Valley with 279. The Wildcats punished the middle of the Maple Valley line for 333 yards on the ground. Mike Hirneiss finished with 128 yards rushing, while Albion's Jermaine Moore matched him yard for yard. The second-halfdifference was significant, however, as Albion ran 38 offensive plays to only 15 for the Lions. Remember, however, that 23 of those offensive plays came on that game-de­ ciding drive that started midway through the third quarter and ended with a touchdown late in the fourth. "I don't think we ever re­ ally stopped them effec­ tively," Mittelstaedt said. "They scored on almost ev­ ery possession and they scored every extra point and two-point conversion. "We had one two-point conversion that failed and that was the difference in the outcome." Albion's Coach Dellyanne Maple Valley school menus Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) W Moig a Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2", 5M Well Drilling & Repair j I I | Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 “270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville . Mich. Lie. #23-1748 was just glad to go home with a victory. "We knew coming in here that it was going to be a tough game," Dellyanne said. "I have the highest re­ gard and respect for Coach Mittelstaedt and the program that he has built here at Maple Valley. He is one of the most respected coaches in the state and you can see why by how his team plays every week and the excellent record he has here. "It was really great com­ ing here to play. We were treated very well by every­ body and we feel lucky to come away with a win." Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 24 Nachos, whole kernel com, pear halves, bread and butter, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct. 25 Pizza, California blend veg., fresh fruit, crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 26 Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, carrot sticks or peas, box ofraisins, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct 29 Sub sandwich, baked beans, apple, Hi-C treat, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct. 30 Hot dog, french fries, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. NEW 5020 SERIES TRACTORS Affordable power for any size farm Starting at *$17,900 Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 24 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct 25 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 26 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two_ - Garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Monday, Oct 29 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, baked beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 30 Choose One - Double dogs, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, potato wedge, pear halves, juice, milk. Cystic Fibrosis drive nets $967 You don’t have to skimp on comfort and reliability just because you’re working a smaller acreage. These new John Deere tractors add more speed, comfort, and convenience to every job. • 45- to 75-PTO hp straddle-mount, isolated open station, or cab model with high-torque *POWERTECH engine. • Economy PTO option provides up to 25 percent fuel savings in light-duty PTO operations. • Enjoy more convenient controls, quieter operator's environment, and easy loader hookup. See us today and test drive a new 5020 Series Tractor. •Price is lor JD 5220 2WD w/o loader Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 3 T. 616.945.9526 F.616.9455958 www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com Solid. Stable. Still John Deere; The people of Nashville spent much time and effort last month to help the 30,000 children and adults who are afflicted with cystic fibrosis in this country. They raised $967 to support research, education and treatment for people with this fatal dis­ ease. “We are extremely grate­ ful for the generosity of our community,” said chair­ woman Judy Hook. “It is with particular appreciation that we acknowledge the contribution of our marchers, the folks who tire­ lessly went door-to-door educating the public.” Progress in CF research has accelerated over the past few years - exciting new technologies and therapies, as well as new, innovative drugs are making a differ­ ence in the lives of those with the disease. Contri­ butions are bringing scien­ tists closer to a cure, it is within our reach. Merle £. Haines WINTER HAVEN, FLORIDA Merle L. Haines, age 86, of Winter Haven, Florida, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, October 15, 2001. He passed away at his home in Winter Haven, Florida after a lengthy illness. Merle was born in Chester, Michigan on February 25, 1915, the son of Claude A. and Daisy (Lafler) Haines who preceded him in death. His sister, Beulah V. (Ray) Gilman also preceded him in death in 2000. Merle spent his early years in Charlotte, ML, graduating from Charlotte High School in 1933. He married Phyllis E. (Northrup) on December 3rd, 1938 and was preparing to celebrate 63 years of blessed union. He is survived by Phyllis; his five sons, William C. (Carolyn) of Okemos, MI, Merle B. (Kathy) of Marshall, MI, Mark A. (Turid) of Orkanger, Norway, John C. (Diane) of Hastings, MI, Peter J. (Ronnie) of Greenville, MI; one brother, Dwight "Pete” (Barbara) of Charlotte, MI; 14 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren. His greatest accomplishments (beyond the aforementioned relationships) were his service to his country as World War II Veteran and U.S. Postal Service Letter Carrier for 25 years. Merle was an avid dancer, golfer, and bowler. He was a life member of the Michigan State Bowling Association having first served his community as Secretary of the Hastings Bowling Association, then the M.S.B.A. as Director of Zone 6, Secretary, and President. While under his leadership, the Men's State Tournament drew its largest participation of over 3,130 competitors, that making it the largest amateur athletic event. After retirement, he served on numerous committees and as Secretary of the Michigan Slate Seniors Bowling Association. He was the recipient of the M.S.B.A "Meritorious Service" and "Man of the Year" Awards and on June 27, 1998 was inducted into the M.S.B.A. Hall of Fame. Friends and family are invited to a memorial celebration on November 17, 2001 at 11:00 A.M., to be held at his church, First Presbyterian Church of Hastings (luncheon to follow). In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice, the Oakfield Township Fire/Rescue, or the Montcalm County E.M.S. are welcome. Keith L. McMillen NASHVILLE - Keith L. McMillen, age 88, of Nashville, passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001. Keith was a retiree of Clark Equipment Co. in Battle Creek: He was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers, Arlene Yerty, Helen Fickes, Gerald and La Rue Mc­ Millen. Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Alice E. Mc­ Millen; his children, K. Connie and Marie Mc­ Millen, Charles and Janet McMillen, Lee and Dorothy McMillen, Susan and Bob Pollard, Patsy and Bill Semrau, Michael and Mary Jane McMillen, Bruce and Emily McMillen; 15 grand­ children; 17 great grandchil­ dren; his sister and brothers, Donna Dodge, Reo and Bessie McMillen, Donald and Irma McMillen, and Rec McMillen; many nieces and nephews. In keeping with his wish­ es, cremation has taken place and a service of remembrance was held Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2001 at the Zion Lutheran Church, on Velte Road in Woodland, MI. Rev. Tina Perrin offici­ ated. For those who wish, memorials may be make to a charity of ones choice. Arrangements were made by Reyers North Valley Chapel, Grand Rapids. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. COME & SEE the new own­ Owner operated for 15 ers of Fassett Auto Body years. David Halliwill, own­ now R & J Auto Body. er. (517)543-1002 Where high quality is our Garage Sale goal. Our first 30 day special is a touch-up & buff for 2 FREE GARAGE SALE $69.89. Look for next months signs with your ad that runs special. Comer of M-79 & in any of our papers. Get Ionia Rd. (517)726-0319 them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 HENNEY PLUMBING: N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. (616)367-4194. Business Services �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 23, 2001 - Page 7 Alternative ed students learning in ‘combo class’ Teacher Rose Hahn watches as students select leaves to press. exploring nature is fun." The students also have been busy collecting leaves and will laminate the various leaves, attach two dowels and will create wall hangings with them. They will also in gold marker, put the genus and Pam Dunklee and Amanada Hubbard show the salamanders to the class. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Alterna­ tive Education teachers Cindy Taylor/Grant and Rose Hahn are team teaching science and art combo classes. Hahn said combining the classes leads to hands-on activities, and interesting projects for the students. The students most re­ cently have been studying salamanders and leaves. Student April Bolten brought a seven-inch yellow spotted salamander to class and Pam Dunklee brought more than a hun­ dred salamanders of all colors to the class. Dunklee has been col­ lecting salamanders for four years. "Their fantastic colors, patterns, lines and stripes were beautiful and showed their incredible variety," said Hahn. "The students are realizing that nature is full of a multitude of daz­ zling surprises and that La Leche League to meet Thursday ;ad] WsailaijB Wsailaij ttttu whitaH ta staartfflfc laosti Win Mill nt taDkHliifcdrt ttysEiUMjImM 3UlrfSite (Iatan iIjjb site lili« Om, ij«W -’.£ ]H(l®fcW HjMtw *BMi.k» *BMi. if.gi ^“*5 ',, ‘*1.1** Lacey Plank holds the finished leaf project. NOTICE »* H^ll f*t «>w >w ^F" Attention Nashville village Residents: The Nashville Village Council has one open position for Trustee. Anyone interested in being a trustee, please contact the Village office at 852-9544 or come into 206 N. Main St. by 5:00 p.m. on October 24, 2001. You must be a registered voter of the Village. Sandy Harvey Interim Clerk The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. LaLeche League is a non-sectarian, non-profit organization that encour­ ages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them support and informa­ tion. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Span­ ish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday mornings in and around Barry County, including Vermontville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essentially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "The Baby Arrives: The Family and thje Breastfed Baby." All women who are breastfeeding or are preg­ nant and interested in Breastfeeding are wel­ come to attend the meet­ ings. Babies and toddlers also are welcome. The group also has a lending library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, child development and nutrition. For more information about La Leche League and its meetings, or for help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Automotive 1980 OLDSMOBILE DEL­ TA 88: good motor, needs transmission and minor brake work, good body, $500 obo. (517)852-0308 after 2pm. '89 DODGE ARIES: 4 door, parts car, good runner, $275. (517)852-2025 species on the wall hang­ ings. Hahn said, "There is something deeply refresh­ ing about any truly cre­ ative pursuit. This creativ­ ity is contagious to the students, and it renews and enhances them." Pam Dunklee has about 130 full grown salamanders, and 50 baby ones. She has been collecting them for four years. Buy before November 16 and the choice is yours! No Finance Charges until January, 2003 0% APR Financing for 36 months Cash Back Double Cash Back on new, pre-2001 tractors! Incredible savings are yours during Value Bonanza 2001 when you buy eligible New Holland tractors and equipment. Pick the deal that best fits your needs. Value Bonanza 2001 ends November 16th, so come in NOW to get in on these great savings! « NEW HOLLAND CREDIT AEWHOLLAN) Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 mvi@mvcc.com See your dealer for details. Offer limited to available stock. Financing available to qualified buyers through New Holland Credit Company, LLC. Based on a retail contract date of October 16,2001, with a suggested list price on a new Model TN75 4-wheeel drive ag tractor of $42,057. (Package Code DTN75CB4/161/01) Buyers provides an $8,397 down payment and finances the balance of $33,660 at 0% APR. There will be 36 equal monthly installments of $935 with payments beginning November 16, 2001. The total amount paid is $42,057, which includes finance charges of $0.00. Applicable standard rates will apply upon expiration of the no finance charge period. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 23, 2001 - Page 8 In Memoriam Real Estate ALFRED L. ROCKFORD 5/25/29-10/23/00 The Day God Called You Home. In Our Hearts We thought ofyou with love today, out that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, erday, and days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name Now all we have is memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, with which we'll never part. God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts. We Jove you dearly, your wife & family. GAYLORD AREA: 4.85 beautifully wooded acres, short drive to state land, Jor­ dan River and state snow­ mobile trails. Includes drive­ way, cleared site, electric. $26,900, $500 down, $330 month, 11% land contract. www.northernlandco.com for survey and photos of Keystone Northern Land Company, 800-968-3118. RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1/2 baths. Located on a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage.. Owner wants sold, moving. (231 )853-2097 For Rent MV varsity eagers 24 in road swing The Maple Valley varsity girls basketball team played its past three games on the road, winning two of the three to boost its record to 9-4, 6-3 in the SMAA. The Lady Lions took it to Leslie on Oct. 16, 66-44. Brieann Treloar had a huge game, keeping the scoreboard operator busy with a 26-point perfor­ mance. She also had a dou­ ble-double on the night, grabbing 13 rebounds. Stefanie Joostbems scored 17, and Megan Garvey had 11 rebounds and seven as­ sists. The one loss of the road swing was in overtime to GET MORE NEWS! Sub­ scribe to the Hastings Ban­ ner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Phone (616)945-9554. $250 a month. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. Dansville, 55-51, on Oct. 11. Garvey led the Lions with 17 points and seven boards. Sarah Cook had 13 points and six rebounds, and Treloar hit for 10 points and seven rebounds. On Oct. 8, Maple Valley beat Morrice 58-29. Garvey (15 points, 10 steals) and Treloar (12 points, 11 rebounds) each earned double-doubles in the win. Cook contributed 11 points. Maple Valley stays at home this week, hosting Bellevue tonight at 7:00 and Walter French on Thursday New Line of. POWER PRODUCTS INC. 500 watt Halogen Flood Light ‘31” Model BT 1007 •3hpmotor • 13 amp electrical rating • 4800 rpm no-load speed •10" blade ‘169” • Quality 1200 volt halogen light • 3-pc. telescopic pole with twist/lock adjustment • Fully adjustable tripod • Lamp head is fully adjustable Aft*? y-1/4” Circular Saw Model CT 4007 • Quality 120 volt halogen light • Steel base has full angle adjustment • Protective steel grill • Insulated carry handle for safe adjusting and handling • Cast aluminum lamp housing • High visibility powder coated yellow • 4000 rpm, 10 amp motor • 7-1/4" tungsten carbide tip (ICT) blade • Ball bearing construction • 0-45° bevel cut • Safety lock-off "W[W^19 trigger switch Clarte C l a rt e M M9 M 00KH K C 18V HD Cordless Drills . Circular Saw Bench Grinders Model BT 1002 and Model BT1004 11 A I ill • Single speed and reversible 4W • Lock-on button for continuous G” Bench Grinder Model drilling • Double Insulated Uy * 3-75 amp motor |S‘ ’3/8 key style chuck $1069 For Sale • Powerful 18 volt cordless drill and circular saw • Includes two 18 volt Panasonic* batteries, 1-hour fast charger, UL/CAS listed • High impact ABS carrying case bt 1002 • 1/2 hp. motor • 1/2" 0D arbor size • 3600 rpm 8” Bench Grinder Model bt wo4 ‘193399f • 1 hp. motor • 2/3" 0D arbor size • 3500 rpm Clarte Kxt'vooucnNc 39-PC Cord­ less Drill Set *?A? Model CCK 1439 (• k mm n cc uo in c. • Model CCK 1416 C l a r te 16-pc Cordless Drill Set •6 drill *bits 2 slot bits*2 phillips bits • 1 screwdriver bit extension socket 8UKRU79 ♦ 2 posidrive bits Model CCK 1801 • 5 drill bits • 6 slot bits • 6 torx bits • 6 hex bits • 3 posidrive bits • 3 phillips bits •6 sockets • 1-1/4” drive socket driver 9 H C Q79 • 1 screwdriver bit extension socket $0 / 1 Model CT 4000 Model CT 4005 • Single speed • 3000 strokes per minute • Sliding blade safety shield • 3 amps • Foot pivots 0-45° • Accepts universal jig saw blades $1I • Vacuum hose port • Variable speed and reversible • Choice of hammer or drilling modes • Extra handle and depth gauge • 1/2 “ key chuck • 4 amp motor • Built-in level 3QV9 V69 Cl"anoructn e »c 18 Volt Heavydoty Cordless Drill t • Dual range ■ • Electronic variable speed I • Reversible motor w/direction w/direct brake • 3®’ Jacobs* keyless chuck • 16 torque settings • Drill speed: 0-360 rpm low, 0-1100 rpm high • Lock-on switch for continuous sanding • • • • MISSING: LIGHT COLORED Golden Retriever w/blue collar. Been missing for 5 weeks Maple Grove area. If seen please call (616)758-4042. • Long-lasting titanium nitride coated drill bit set fits all 3/8” drills Heavy-duty ball bearing motor Spring clips for easy loading Easy empty dust bag 10,000 orbits per minute S3JI39 flHOMSTOW- l H _LLUMB _U_M __BR_ REFEFRPRP A&A& MHMHAADRDRHDHDlWAf lWAfAR ARDDEE Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm • Lasts up to 6 times longer than standard bits • Penetrates 75% faster ‘19” •Bitscan be resharpened tA^QQ ing the club or being a leader in a project should call Marcia Grant at 726-0032; Kim Eldred, 726-0061; or Carla Rumsey, 726-1331. Sign-up deadline is Dec. 1. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE t Model db 7050 Model CT 4002 Model CT 4006 Sailor was described by federal authorities as hav­ ing "violent tendencies;'.' said troopers and he is be­ ing held without bond. Assisted by Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes and officer Bill Gutschke, trooper Mike Berendt found marijuana in the man's car and arrested him without incident. Charges for possession of marijuana are pending at the-Barry County Prose­ cutor's Office. Estimates Available Titanium Drill Bit et • 2.1 amps • 10,000 orbits per minute • Easy-on, easy-grip sandpaper clips • Ball bearing construction • Vacuum hose poart p.m. Lost & Found. Clarte A®*? 1/2” Sheet Sander Aft*? Palm Sander FOR SALE: bulk black dirt, red mulch & 5 kinds of deco­ rative landscape stone, (517)852-0679. , „ y FOR SALE:, pumpkins, $1 each. Little's Country Store at Thornapple Lake Public Access. (517)852-9152 QUEEN AMISH LOG bed, rustic, includes, mattresses. Bought new, never used. New $900, sacrifice $275. 517-204-0587 Hi Saw Aft*? 1/2" Hammer Drill man A Nashville stopped by police for speeding Oct. 8 in Assyria Township was wanted by Federal Drug Enforcement Agency for allegedly dis­ tributing the illegal drug LSD. The Michigan State Po­ lice said Miki TJ Sailor, 24, was extradited by the United States Marshal Service to its headquarters in Arlington, Va., after troopers stopped his car on M-66 near Wolf Road in Assyria Township at 11:20 ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE: Eclipse Premier Pace Setter, 4-wheel, NuMatic tires. Like new, asking $2,500 obo. Caft (616)672­ 7167 evenings. Model CCK 1800 • Full range of heavy-duty industrial quality models • UL approved •Tough metal construction • Complete and ready to use with little or no assembly Model CT 4001 Nashville man wanted by feds captured here The Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H club began enrollment Oct. 22 for the 2001-2002 4-H year. The club is open to all youth ages 6 to 19 years. There are many project opportunities, including: flower beds, leather craft, sewing, scrap booking, pho­ tography, ceramics, crafts, goat, veal, beef, swine, poul­ try and rabbit animal pro­ jects, which will be exhibit­ ed at the 2002 Eaton County Fair. Anyone interested in join- Harte Model CHL 500TC 0 ™ game against Walter French. Vermontville Jr. Farms Club announces sign up : Clarke Now In Stock Barte 10" Tablesaw at 7:00. JV begins at 5:30 against Bellevue, but there will be ■ B ." l SPEC-CIFIC FABRICATION, INC . Excavating-Trucking-Grading V/SA 10076 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 219 S. State in Nashville (517) 726-0088 - Days (517) 726-0020 - Off Hours www.hometownlumber.coin Sand - Driveway Gravel Stone Products 517-852-0882 ~ Richard J. Ewing ~ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-10-30.pdf 1c0dfcf76b0852efcc27d4a7cb68218b PDF Text Text l^rtSai STD us POSTAGE ' PAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 44/October 30, 2001 Nashville damaged heavily by storm Officials don't believe it was a tornado by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Tornado or not, residents and officials in Nashville believe the weather that swept through the area Wednesday night was the worst they've seen in quite a while. Tree after tree had been uprooted, some laying across houses, some on top of vehicles, many had to be cut from the road. Siding was ripped off houses, signs were torn from local business, and power was lost in both Nashville and Vermontville at varying times. Meteorologist Walt Felver said though initially it was thought to be a tornado, damage photos from the area suggest very strong straight line winds with a lot of damage in one direction. "Well, we had severe thunderstorms and a cold front moving east... we do not as of this time have a confirmed tornado. We had two teams surveying damage and from analyzing that, we are seeing very strong straight line winds. "There has to be rotation on the ground for it to be a tornado. In some locations, with the damage we are talking there were winds over 80 mph," said Felver. Village President Frank Dunham said, "There was a lot of speculation that it was a tornado that did not touch down, but I think it was just extremely strong wind damage." Dunham said the top of his neighbor's maple tree fell onto his truck. On his land, he said, numerous pine tops fell all over. Schools were -closed Thursday, and parts of the area were still without power at noon on Thursday. Dunham said as soon as the storm stopped, the Department of Public Works, the police department and the fire department were on the scene, cutting trees and Lawns were strewn with trees uprooted from the winds. Many sidewalks will need to be repaired after buckling under the weight of trege uprooted. Trees perched precariously on phone lines after the storm. assisting residents, none of whom were injured. "Our emergency crew has done an excellent job of responding to the crisis," Dunham said. "They were out right away and securing the random lines that went down. They were communicating very well with each other, and at midnight they were still out trying to repair the damage." Other council members praised the interaction and the actions of the departments after the storm, at the council meeting Thursday. "I spent some time riding with Scott Decker (of the DPW) and all the departments were communicating very well — the police department all had radios to communicate with each other so they always knew where they were. I feel very confident if something big was to happen that it would be See storm damage, pg. 2 In This Issue • Vermontville Lions put on senior citizens’ • dinner • New football field has press box, bleachers • Komejan pleads guilty to child porn case • Balanced Lions advance to district football finals �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30, 2001 - Page 2 Storm damage, from front page (handled in a very Council member Ralph confident way)," said DanKirk said he was also pleased with the effort. Kellogg. "It's a good sight to see everyone out there working together to try to get the Siding was ripped off a building and tossed around onto this house. A couple of trees in the area fell onto houses. There’s a better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at 1-800 number STAN TRUMBLE or from ...a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s pro­ tection and security. Sidewalks were ripped up. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ^4uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7/t£ No PtiMbm PpjDffy, 1 1 WWW.GQTI.COM �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30, 2001 - Page 3 School Lunch Menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 31 Macaroni and cheese, car­ rot sticks, orange sherbet, Halloween cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 1 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza, pear halves, carrot sticks, pretzel rods, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Nov. 2 Com dog, tater tots, apple­ sauce, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 5 Nachos, green beans, pear slices, crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 6 Chicken fries, roll and honey, mashed potatoes, fresh fruit, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 31 Choose One - Macaroni _and cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, orange sherbet, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 1 Choose One - Wet burri­ to, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, California mixed veg., pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Nov. 2 Choose One - Corn dog, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, tater tots, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Nov. 5 Choose One - Nachos, piz­ za, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, com, orange push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 6 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, cheeseburger, taco doming Home 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm 1HOMETOW □ LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www. hometownlumber,com HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! ca, 945-9554 Askfor our sales Dept. g For most people, the thought of a homecoming is filled with positive emotions. We usually associate home with safety, comfort and a loving family. It is no wonder that Homer's epic poem. The Odyssey, has been told and retold for thousands of years, because it is the story of a man who struggles against incredible odds for ten years to find his way home. Nearly everyone can empathize with a man who struggles so valiantly to reunite with his wife and son. Likewise, much of the Old Testament is concerned with the Israelites’ attempts to return to their homeland. Their enslavement by the Egyptians, and later by the Babylonians, as well as their sojourn in the desert, kept them from the "land of milk and honey" they considered home. Although it may not always be possible to return to the physical home we grew up in, it is possible to return there in the quiet recesses of our mind. When we feel like coming home but just can't seem to get there, physically or mentally, we should remember that our ultimate home is with God. Our spirits were created in Heaven and will one day return there to be at home with all those who have gone before us. Like a bird that strays from its nest, is a man who strays from his home. R.S.V. Proverbs 27:8 Call 945-9554 for Maple Valiev News classified ads Maple Valley Chapel GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, scalloped potatoes, pineapple, juice, milk. 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager T Chuckwagon Cafe X & o 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm S17-8S2-2SOO % HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD TTi y # GT> w- f MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm SWOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDAHT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Ministry Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange M-66 at Assyria Rd. Nashville, Michigan Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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 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 .............. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship...................11 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR MARCS. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville • Morning Worship............... 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11:15a P.M. Service 6p PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a m. A.M. Service......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Senrice 7 p.m. Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. Phone: (517) 852-9228 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Phone (616) 963-7710 Fellowship Time After Worship Church Service ......... .9:30 a.m. Sunday School ..,....................... 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50a REV. GLEN WEGNER REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 a.m. S.unday School 11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON . At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED . . ' METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School................... 10 10 a.m. Worship................................ 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30,2001 Page 4 Vermontville Lions put on senior citizen’s dinner Nashville VFIV Auxiliary 8260 A Custom Made Pre-Inked Rubber Stamp! SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE •A crisp and clean imprint every time •Completely re-inkable •50,000 lifetime impressions Made right here for Super Fast service A GREAT GIFT IDEA! Special Services: Color Copies Folding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers ~ in the latest colors & textures available Film Processing 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings Graphics 616.945.9105 <£& OPEN MON ■ FRI 8:30 - 6:00 •. SAT 8:30 -1:00 Bill Mason clears the tables at the dinner. The purpose of the din­ ner, sponsored and served by the club is to honor the seniors and their contribu­ tions to the community. "We put this on to thank the seniors for everything they have done for the community over the years," said Gene Fisher of the club. Seniors enjoyed and dinner and dessert, and af­ terwards went upstairs in the church for special mu­ sical entertainment by Dan and Chris Bitgood. Dan plays the acoustic guitar, and Chris the banjo. They said the music was sponsored by C and B Pizzeria, of downtown. Fisher said the club had a great turnout this year. "We have had 52 people this year, up from 46 last year. We have been doing this since 1988, and it is just a fun night for every­ one to get together and so­ cialize and chat and ev­ erything." Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News CTION-Ads! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30. 2001 - Paae 5 Lions to face Union City The Maple Valley foot­ ball team (8-2) will square off with the undefeated Union City Chargers in the second round of the state playoffs. Union City (10-0) will host the game at 1:00 on Saturday. The Chargers advanced by beating SMAA conference co-champ Olivet 24-14 last Saturday. For more information, contact the Maple Valley High School athletic office at 517-852-9275. Holiday Craft Show at Olivet High School November 3rd, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Speciality craft items, raffles, free babysitting, lunch and snacks. Sponsored by the The students partici­ pated in a drumming ses­ sion using various drums, cymbals and rattles, said Hahn. Hahn said the students were a bit shy at first, but later really got into things and enjoyed the session. "Drumming is a way of speaking, listening, center­ ing, connecting, freeing and healing," said Hahn. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.** Familial status includes children under the age of !8 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- ies on a variety of instru­ ments. Josh Mix is learning to play the electric guitar. She said the teachers have left the drums and in- The library will be staying open later on Halloween night to pass out treats to any trick or treaters. As of Nov. 5, the Putnam District Library will be offering a book mobile ser- Alanon and Alateen meetings Alanon and Alateen meet­ ings, Sunday’s at 7:30 p.m., St. Johns Episcopal Church (enter through hall entrance, meetings in the basement), 105 W. Washington Street, Ionia. For more information call Kathy (616) 527-2972 or Sandy 527-6278. (TFN) NOVEMBER 23-29 ~ $698 “The Most Colorful Christmas Celebration in Mid-America Deluxe Couch 6 Dinners 6 Continental Breakfasts Our Lady of the Snows Trail of Lights Shoji Tabuchi Yakov Smirnoff struments in a room, and now students are going in and trying them out. Putnam Library offers trick or treat, bookmobile service (^/iristrnaS' i/i/(ft/wison Price inchules: Teachers Rose Hahn (foreground) and Cindy Taylor Grant participate in the drum circle. Bobby Vinton Tony Melendez Dino Silver Dollar city Lights X Show • Millions ofChristmas lights at Our Indy (ifthe Pick-ups in Lansing & Charlotte STIFFLER TOUR & TRAVEL 287 S. Steele St. Ionia MI 48846 616-527-0140 • 800-536-0140 z vice on a trial basis. The ser­ vice will be offered to senior citizens, homebound, handicapped/disabled or persons laid up by surgery during the winter months. All persons who want to participate must live within the area the library services and hold a valid library card. Library personnel will drop off/pick up books or audios (audio books will come with cassette player) at your home during normal library hours one day a week. Check out time for material is two weeks. On Nov. 6 (Tuesday) from 6 to 8 pm. and Wednesday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon there will be a free stamping demonstration. Anyone interested in learning how to do stamping or scrapbook­ ing are urged to sign up. For more information, please call the library at 852­ 9723. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Olivet High School Honors Society WANT TO CLIP OFF AROUND NINE GRAND ON YOUR MORTGAGE? Save with our great, no-point, reduced fee , 15-year bi-weekly mortgage loan. And receive FREE checking, too. Our 15 year bi-weekly home mortgage loan provides an easy and affordable way to clip off about $9000 in interest and finance charges. Receive a great rate of 6.25% with an annual percentage rate of 6.312%, no points and $75 reduction in our processing fee. In addition, you’ll receive the benefit of making smaller and easier to manage payments which are automatically deducted from your Hastings City Bank account every two weeks, Over the life of the loan, you reduce the total dollar amount of interest paid because the principal is paid back sooner (in fact, the more you borrow, the more you save). What’s more... you are eligible for Homeowner Rewards that offers a free regular checking, free first order of checks and more! To find out more, just visit your nearest Hastings City Bank office. Hastings City Bank Here For You Since 1886 * Offer only available on loans with 50% or more new money. Rates are subject to change. Available to refinanced loans at a slightly higher rate. 20% down payment required: Property insurance required. A $100,00 15 year bi-weekly mortgage would consist of344 payments of$429.19 each. Iffinanced at existing rate, the interest andfinance charge savings would equal $9243.00 in comparison to a 15 year monthly home mortgage loan. EQUAL HOUS OS LENDER Member FDIC �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30,2001 - Page 6 New football field has press box, bleachers by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer and A press box, bleachers are being put up on the new football/track stadium behind the high school. The project is being handled in phases, said Maple Valley Superinten­ dent Clark Volz. "We are first installing a bleacher unit and a press box with a PA (public ad­ dress) system," Volz said. "The bleachers will seat 600 people. Then we will be looking at lighting for additional seating and some portable bleachers for visiting side. Last is a concession stand and ticket area, and expansion of homeside bleachers." Volz said a lot of the project in terms of when it will be complete will de­ pend on. funds available and community groups and involvement. Volz said the field is currently being used for soccer and track. "A JV football game was played there a week ago," he said. Volz said there are many benefits to moving the football field to behind the high school, including additional parking and team facilities. "We will not be aban­ doning the Fuller site, and that is an important point to make," he said. "We will keep it operable and we are hoping to have one Excavating is nearing completion for the new bleacher unit at the future football stadium. Tractors push dirt and cement is laid for the new bleachers and press box. MAPLE VALLEY OT Real 227Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 REALTOR Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HWIS MLS, EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI...................................................................Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 VACANT LAND PRICED REDUCEDI STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147) "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on & off street parking. Charming small town "Cafe”. Call Jerry for full details. (N-148) BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY mature city lot in Vermontville, Foie barn w/cement floor, Won't last at this price! Call Nyle today. (V-142) Small town grocery featuring "full service” meat counter. Owners are too busy to keep up with growing business. If you want to be your own boss here is your opportunity!! Cal! Nyle for private showing. (V-144) 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD TYees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED & DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seed­ ed to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) have these bleachers us- in time for the track seaof the few full-size lit soc­ able by next spring, right son." cer fields being played on in the area." Volz said the school board is excited about the ’ progress being made on the field. "We are hoping the con­ struction will happen next Oct. 30 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., MSU week. Currently, the exca­ Extension Office, Hastings. vating and the cement Nov. 1 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. work is in place. We will Nov. 3 Homemakers Arts/Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hastings Middle School. Nov. 5 Homemakers Crafts, 5-9 p.m., Courts and Law Community Room. Nov. 7 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Nov. 7 Master Gardener Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Laws Community Room. Nov. 10-11 4-H Horse Leader’s Horsemanship Safety & 17-18 Certification Training Nov. 12 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., MSU Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. 12 4-H Awards Program, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. General Federation Nov. 15 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., MSU Extension Women Club Vermontville Office, Hastings. member Liz Snodgrass pro­ Non-Livestock Developmental Committee gram chairwoman for the Nov. 15 Meeting, 6:30 p.m., MSU Extension Office. Nov. 5 meeting, will present Nov. 26 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 a program on international p.m., HHS Cafeteria. affairs. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Hostesses Sandy Haas, Nov. 26 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Sheri Reynolds, and Eunice Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, Borrelli will welcome mem­ Nov. 26 7p.m., HHS Cafeteria. bers and guests at the Nov. 26 Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 p.m., Methodist Church at 7 p.m. HHS Cafeteria. The club always welcomes guests. For more informa­ Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther tion call president Mary notice. Fisher at 726-0670. GFWC Vermontville plans to meet Nov. 5 The General Federation Women Club Vermontville supports Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership program. Maple Valley High School sophomores are encouraged to apply at the high school guidance office for an all­ expense paid HOBY Leadership Seminar next spring in Michigan. The purpose of the pro­ gram is to help in preparing today’s students for impor­ tant leadership roles in the future. Michigan will select one boy and girl from the semi­ nar to attend the week long HOBY World Leadership Congress, which is coordi­ nated by George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in July 2002. Art of Healing Nashville Family Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30, 2001 — Page 7 Dianna Lucille Cooke----------------------------- — Arlyne M. Miller NASHVILLE - Arlyne M. Miller, age 63, ofNashville, died Friday, Oct. 26, 2001 at her home. She was bom in 1938 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of Albert and Edna (Christy) Miller. She was raised in the Detroit area and attended area schools graduating in 1956. She and her family moved to the Nashville area in 1976. She was employed as a nurses aid at Thomapple Manor for many years, retir­ ing in 2000. She enjoyed sewing, cro- cheting, gardening, shop­ ping and caring for her pets; especially her cat “Squeeky.” Preceding her in death was her mother, Edna (Christy) Miller; son, Michael Ruedisueli; uncles Reggie Christy, Clifford Christy, and Alex Christy. Arlyne is survived by father, Albert E. Miller of Nashville; daughter, Patricia Cook of Nashville, Collyne (Dale Barnard) Ruedisueli of Sunfield; son, Christopher (Marcia) Ruedisueli of Vermontville; five grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel. Private family services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2001 at Lakeview Cemetery. Pastor Rob VanEngen officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Isabelle M. Case HASTINGS - Isabelle M. Case, age 88, E. Cloverdale Road, Hastings, died Friday, Oct. 26, 2001 at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kala­ mazoo. Mrs. Case was bom on June 1, 1913 in Nashville, MI, the daughter of Ross and Sylvia (Swift) Bivens. She was raised in Gillette, Wyoming until age 11 when the family moved to the Lacey area of Barry County. She then attended the Bristpl school and Hastings High School. She was married to Harold A. Case on Aug. 20, 1930. Mrs. Case lived all her married life in Barry County where she and her husband were engaged in farming. She was a member of Pleasantview Family Church, Sunday school Louise teacher, member of the prayer chain, ladies guild and Bible study groups. Past 4-H leader and past trustee of the Weeks School Board. She was a long-time mem­ ber of Barry County Farm Bureau. Mrs. Case is survived by her husband, Harold; sons, Gordon (Glynda) Case of Hastings, Robert (Shirley) Case of Hastings, Kenneth (Tonya) Case of Dowling, Dennis (Connie) Case of Dowling; daughter, Karen (Steve) Greenfield of Hastings; 21 grandchildren; and 47 great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; son, Gerald Case, 1992; great grandson, Matthew Case; twin sister, Arabelle Erway; and brother, Paul Bivens. Services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2001 at Pleasantview Family Church, Dowling. Rev. Steve Olmstead officiating. Burial will be at Dowling Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasantview Family Church. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. A. Stockham HASTINGS - Louise A. Stockham, age 70, of Hast­ ings, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was born Aug. 5, 1931 in Hastings, the daugh­ ter of Lawrence and Ger­ trude (Lennon) Maurer, she was raised in the Nashville area and graduated from Nashville High School in 1949. Louise married Robert J. Stockham Aug. 28, 1950. She worked for Sherkey’s Grocery and Hastings Laun­ dry, and was a home maker. She enjoyed her large family and its history (traveling to Germany), where her grand­ parents immigrated from. She also loved people, help­ ing many back on their feet, opening her home and giv­ ing her time. She loved crafts, teddy bears, and hav­ ing fun. For 14 years every fall they spent at Lake Gogebic State Park and were host family for many of those years. Louise be­ longed to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. She was proud of all the people she helped, and helped her at Alcoholics Anonymous. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Gertrude Maurer .of Nashville; parents in-laws, Ruben (Jess) and Irene Stockham of Battle Creek; brothers, Bernard Maurer of Roscommon, Edward Maur­ er of San Francisco, CA, Lennie Maurer of Marys­ ville, Tenn., Dale Maurer of Nashville; sister, Mary Rose Bishop of Battle Creek; nephews, Theron Maurer of Cal., Bob Maurer of Nash­ ville; nieces, Anitia (Figg) Lynn,- Marylin Figg of Mulliken. Surviving are her hus- HOT WATER OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE (Empyer) (Stainless steel) Heats home, water, garage, shop, pool, etc HEAT WITH QUALITY Information call: Model Available for viewing sir 726-1095 band, Robert J. Stockham of Hastings; son, Stanley (Jody) Stockham of Hast­ ings; daughters, Renie Stockham and Jerry Tobias of Hastings, Susanne Rod­ riguez of Nashville; grand­ children, Matthew Slaggert, Joseph Rodriguez, Jack Rodriguez, Tara Stockham, Patti Stockham, Tracy Stockham, all of Hastings; sisters, Francis (Bug) Maur­ er ofHastings, Ruth O’Mara of Lake Odessa, Annetta Figg of Mulliken, Bernice (Leon) Frith ofNashville; brothers, Joseph (Ethel) Maurer, and Patrick (Margeritte) Maurer of Lake Odessa; sisters and brothersin-law, William (Bobbie) Stockham of Delton, Ted (Wilma) Stockham of Hast­ ings; 70 nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass was held Monday, Oct. 29, 2001 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hastings. Fr. Alfred J. Russell officiated. Burial was at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorials can be made to St. Rose Church or Osteoporosis Foundation. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. ATOKA, TN - Dianna Lucille Cooke of Atoka, TN, formerly of Sunfield, MI, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Covington, TN at the age of 50. She was bom Jan. 14, 1951 in Charlotte, MI, the daughter of Bill "and Phyllis (Hosey) McDiarmid. Dianna graduated from Lakewood High School in 1969, and then married Keith Cooke Oct. 4, 1969. They have been married for 32 years. She enjoyed being a Navy wife for 22 years. She also enjoyed crafts. Dianna was preceded in death by her mother, Phyllis Bridges, and two brothers, Billy and Bruce McDiarmid. Surviving are her hus­ band, Keith Cooke of Atoka, TN; three children, Robb in (Mark) Miraglia of Everett, MA., Lesley (Johnny) Embry of Atoka, TN, Alex Cooke of Northampton, MA.; three grandchildren, Patrick and Zachery Embry, and Megan Miraglia; father, Bill (Barbara) McDiarmid of Mulliken; two" sisters, Sheila (Rick) Stank of Sun­ field, and Vicky (Rick) Czech ofIonia; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 29, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sun­ field, MI. The Rev. Mark E. Ralph of the Sunfield United Brethren Church officiated. Interment was at the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to Hospice House in memory ofMrs. Dianna L. Cooke c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 4SS90. The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information log onto www.legacy.com. Charlene Shirley (Uhl) Williams CHARLOTTE - Charlene Shirley (Uhl) Williams, 63, of Charlotte, MI, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2001. Mrs. Williams was bom Dec. 14, 1937, in Eaton County, MI, the daughter of ’Charles and Frances (Mey­ ers) Uhl. She was president of Eagles Auxiliary Arie #3552 of Charlotte, District Treasures of Eagles Auxi­ liary District #11 and past district president. She enjoyed arts and crafts as a hobby. She is survived by her husband of 33 years Edwin Williams; son Kent E. (Teresa) Williams of Olivet; daughter, Kelley (Christopher) Keverene of Charlotte; mother, Frances Uhl of Charlotte; brother, Lawrence Uhl of Cloverdale; ste-daughter, Sandy (Curtis) Fraley of Vermontville; step-sons, Rick (Judy) Williams of Vermontville, Gary (Vickie Carter) Williams of Springport; step-daughter, Trudy Patrick of Charlotte; 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Uhl Sr.; daughter, Kimberly; and brother, Charles Uhl Jr. Funeral services were held Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Charles Jenson officiated. Interment will be in Gresham Cemetery at a later date. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice. Further information available at www. prayfuneral.com. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Elmer C. Ferry VERMONTVILLE - Mr. Elmer C. Ferry passed away Sunday, Oct. 21, 2001 at his residence at the age of 83. He was bom Nov. 5, 1917 in Freeport, Ill., the son of Robert Frank and Mary Anna (Wichman) Ferry. On May 30, 1941 Elmer married Vita Marie Weckerly. Elmer retired as a real estate broker. He was an avid golfer, and a member of Centennial Acres for many years. Both he and his wife attended the Sunfield Unit­ ed Brethren Church. Mr. Ferry was preceded in death by both his parents; a sister, Bessie Davis; and a brother, Claude Ferry. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Vita M. Ferry; two children, Julie (Keith) Heide of Nashville, and Ron (Patty) Ferry of Holt; five grandchildren, Jeffrey (Ren­ ee) Heide of Howell,. . Eric (Teresa) Heide of Hastings, Rebecca (Todd) Wigg of. Hastings, Shannon (Brent) Barker ofVermontville, and Brian Ferry of Sunfield; seven great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday, Oct.25; 2001 at the Sunfield United Brethren Church. The pall- bearers were Larry Mapes, Hans Huyck, John Nagel, jerry Schray, Ron Spitzley, and Jack Wilcox. Interment will be in the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the .Sunfield. United Brethren Church in memory of Mr. Elnier C. Ferry c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. The family, is being served.by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information log onto www.legacy.com. Tailoring a Gift to seryeyour charitable interests andfinancial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to lime. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to indi­ viduals in their communities. You may also wish to: Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geo­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alter­ native to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes to be considered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. • consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary ofyour IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys pub­ lic charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life ofyour community. P.O. B ox 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616*945-0526 • Fax: 616-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org �The Maple Valley News. Nashville Tuesday October 30. 2001 - Page 8 For Sale Mobile Homes ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE: Eclipse Premier Pace Setter, 4-wheel, NuMatic tires. Like new, asking $2,500 obo. Call (616)672­ 7167 evenings. 1999 FAIRMONT 16X80 mobile home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, fireplace, central air. 10x24 deck, all appliances in­ cluded. Located in Thomapple Lake Estates. Relocating looking for someone to buy or take over payments. Call (517)852-1994 or (517)628­ 3184 please leave message. Antiques ANTIQI E SHOW: BARRY COUNi FAIRGROUNDS EXPO ^O.MPLEX, ON M­ 37, NOV 3RD & 4TH. TWO LARGE BUILDINGS, QUALITY ANTIQUES. JUST NORTH OF HAST­ INGS ON M-37, SAT 10­ 6PM, SUN 10-4:30PM, $2.50 ADMISSION. Business Services HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed St Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwili, own­ er. (517)543-1002 For Rent $250 a month. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Won't last long! Call New Tradition Homes, (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ 8900. VERY NICE 1 bedroom up­ stairs apartment, references, (517)852-0852 or (517)852­ 9920. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. QUEEN AMISH log bed, rustic, includes mattresses. Bought new, never used. New $900, sacrifice $275. 517-204-0587 NationalAds CABLE INSTALLERS/ HELPERS: to 51,000/week. Many training now, some work own hours. (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. DIGITAL HOME THEA­ TRE included in the pur­ chase of a new Champion home. Call (616)945-0000 or 888-538-8900 for details. NEW HOMES STARTING at $22,900. Payments can be as low as $199 W.A.C. Call New Tradition Homes at HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ (616)945-0000 or 1-888-538­ REGISTRATION CLERK: 1900.____________________ to $12/hr. + up. Many shifts available, training ASAP. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ LIGHT PACKAGING/AS- ry. 1-800-672-9604__________ SEMBLY: to $12.17/hr. + great benefits. Major compa­ FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ny training many now. ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. homes they have repos­ MODELS: to $50/hr. Cata­ sessed. No application fee if log-runway, males/females you mention this ad. 1-800­ training. Many needed. 466-0461 (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ROUTE DRIVER: to $800/ week + benefits, small cargo­ truck-train provided. Daily routes hiring now. (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. Real Estate GAYLORD AREA: 4.85 beautifully wooded acres, short drive to state land, Jor­ dan River and state snow­ mobile trails. Includes drive­ way, cleared site, electric. $26,900, $500 down, $330 month, 11% land contract. www.northernlandco.com for survey and photos of Keystone Northern Land Company, 800-968-3118. RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1/2 baths. Located on a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 + + ,1/ t A 1 She can disguise herself, but we still know her as a great Mom & Grand Mom + Lois Elliston swears in new trustee Ronald Harris II. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council voted unani­ mously Thursday night to appoint Ronald Lee Harris II to the open trustee's seat. Chelsey Wetzel also expressed interest in the position. Council members said both candidates were qualified and it was a tough decision. Harris II said he was raised and graduated in the area. He said he has a heavy military back­ ground, recently has The Maple Valley varsity girls' basketball team went up 22-3 after one quarter and cruised to a 58-34 win over Bellevue on Oct. 23. Brieann Treloar scored 10 points in the quarter and fin­ ished the game with 16 points and eight rebounds for Maple Valley (10-4, 7-3 in the SMAA). It was 57-18 after three quarters, leaving the Lady Lions content to run out the clock in the fourth. Stefanie Joostberns scored 13 for Maple Valley. Jessie Grant added 12 points arid three steals, and Sarah Cook Hoppy BhWiuj Petie Latta 75 Years Old 1030-01 Love, your family Farm chipped in six points and six assists. The school closure on Thursday forced the cancella­ tion of a game against Walter French. The game will not be rescheduled. Maple Valley hosts Lansing Christian tonight at 7:00. as village president in the absence of Frank Dunham.. • Appointed Cathy Lentz as interim clerk until the combined position of clerk-office manager is filled. • Agreeed to have S and V Mason Restoration work on the library and do ma­ sonry repairs in the amount of $2,188. • Noted that the meeting that falls on Thanksgiving evening will be changed to the Tuesday before, Nov. 20. • Authorized Wheeler to send a formal letter to Hastings City Bank about interest in the building downtown after the bank moves into its new loca­ tion. • Heard Harris say some­ thing should be done about the cell phone dead spot in town. He said he thought the village should get more aggressive in "bring­ ing Nashville into the twentieth century" tech­ nology wise. Ed Sheldon said the policy and ordi­ nance committee was working on it. DIVORCE - CUSTODY PARENTING TIME Call Today ~ We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am-Noon AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. HUNTING 1-888-945-9557 Wanted . i jws • Ammunition • Licenses WANTED STANDING TIMBER: Harvest time is here, don't forget that your wood lot is also a crop. Call today for select cutting advice. Use Horses or skidder. (517)852-0629 or (517)580-. 6674. • Gloves • Hats • Hot Seats • Tree Stands • Black Powder • Archery Supplies • Insulated Boots and Rubber Boots I Call for Nofmev^r Classifieds l L, HOMETUWN ,LU—MB—E ---R-- &---- H--A--R--D■--W---A--R--E-- moved back to the area and has stayed up to speed on local politics. "I am not here to make friends, but here to learn and make a difference, in my community," he told the council. Council member Steve Wheeler said he would like to see Wetzel run for a seat in the March village elections. The deadline for filing is Nov. 27. In other business at the meeting, the council: • Appointed Wheeler to the president pro tern post, which means he will serve Lady Lions ring Bellevue, 58-34 I I Open Nashville Council position filled by Harris onday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 SJStatein Nashville 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 COBB ®00 Mtef & Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-05 '270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville ^g Mich- Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30, 2001 - Page 9 Komejan pleads guilty in child porn case S tS faring » * * *“ 5 . .M? ? 'U, ,“**•'. ■Ij® ^Uh. l||*05 tanMk wiihiofa. by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A Nashville man believed to be the first person ever charged under Michigan's racketeering statute for operating child a pornography website pleaded guilty to the charge in Barry County Circuit Court Friday. Michael Wayne Komejan, 28, had no comment as he left the courthouse after admitting to the charge, which carries a maximum possible penalty of 20 years in prison and/or a $100,000 fine. He also pleaded guilty to three counts of distributing or promoting child sexually abusive material. Each count carries a maximum penalty of seven years and/or a $50,000 fine. And, he entered a guilty plea to one count of using a computer to commit a crime which carries a maximum possible penalty of seven years and/or $5,000. "We're satisfied with the resolution," said Assistant Attorney General Kelly Carter. "It's a good resolu­ tion in light of the facts." Carter struck a plea bar­ gain with Komejan, in which 33 other Charges will be dismissed at the time Komejan is sentenced Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. Though the case will not go to trial as expected on Give Michael Komejan Nov. 26, it still sets a Michigan legal precedent because "it shows that these types of activities can lead to this type of charge." "It's been an interesting case," said Komejan's attorney, Raymond Buffmeyer. "It's cutting edge.'" Prior to the hearing Fri­ day, Buffmeyer said if the case went to trial, it would define First Amendment concerns such as 'what is lude and lascivious?' "The law is really being defined here in Hastings, Michigan," said Buffmeyer. Had the case gone to trial, the outcome would have blazed new appeals court trails, he said. "It could affect hundreds of prosecutions down the road if it’s appealed," he said prior to the guilty plea. “This computer thing has been on the horizon. Now, it's here. Where is it going?" As part of the plea arrangement, Carter and Buffmeyer agreed to prior record variable and offense variable scoring to formulate a sentencing guideline range of three to five years in prison. Komejan also will be required to forfeit his com­ puter equipment and the proceeds he earned from the website. "There were a lot of rea­ sons," for the plea offer, said Carter, "given the complexity of the case and the amount of resources a trial would require. Cer­ tainly, we feel confident in the outcome, but given the sentence for the plea agreement, that (36 to 60 months) would be satisfac- tory." General Jennfer Granholm According to Buffmeyer, has said the site contained Komejan obtained many of more than 2,000 images, 51 the images "from books you of which have been can get at (popular, identified as child pornocommercial retailer.)" graphic material. Carter said that though According to Assistant Komejan says he obtained Attorney General Kelly them from books and mag­ Carter, 30,000 to 50,000 azines, she declined to comment on the names of those publications. Komejan was charged in March after an eight month investigation into his Lolitaskin.com website by the Michigan Attorney General's Office's High Tech Crime Unit. The fee-based website charged customers $24.99 per month to view and download the images. Komejan was bound over in June for trial on 38 charges related to the op­ eration of the website from his Guy Road home for about six months. Michigan Attorney images were stored on Komejan's 36-gigabyte computer hard drives. No other charges are pending against Komejan, though the Attorney Gen­ eral's office investigation into the site's subscribers is ongoing. Carter said. winter a warm welcome! U 41 ijfl 'Mbisjtt. Vi iiijitaltafc ., . hlltattsMii »i.B(Jsli(ta(li lit iff W ;tl ® WpMlfillf- Ia® «(Mnllt iilo lit 1 utiiifll taliij' led- nolojj »st. Ei ita Slid lie pfo Mil Will- 1 met M»iB« •» atjjffli Frost Heating & Cooling Lake Odessa Nashville 616-374-7595 517-852-9565 LOOK FOR THE HEATING AND COOLING PRO... FOR THE FINEST IN SALES, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE Hff auriut WBIDWMKMUI www.armatrongalr.com ArmstrongAir. Comforlfeam The recently published STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another map—known to Pennsylvania anglers as the “Lost Stream Map." Hie “Stream Map of Pennsylvania” was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear 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 after it first appeared in print. Incredibly, the printer entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee’s 30 years of work to a landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman’s possession. Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under lock and key. Experts 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—Hie STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN was created. It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless of which group you fall into...there’s a sure way to up you odds...simply try new fishing waters. Fish where few fishermen ever fish. Michigan is loaded with great fishing waters...many of them overlooked. From the AuSahle 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. Professor Higbee’s Stream Map of Michigan is the first and only highly detailed map of its kind. This new 4-foot-by-4-foot color map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of Michigan STREAMS streams & lakes. FREE GUIDEBOOK WITH ALL MAPS Pinpoint the best fishing in Michigan with this valuable guide. Easily locate over 5,000 streams and lakes shown on the Stream Map both alphabetically and geographically. Your map and guidebook will take you to the top 443 select fishing waters-select waters for 14 species ofgamefish. RAVE REVIEWS “It is amazingly detailed and names some creeks in the Mohawk Valley that can’t even be found on topographic maps." —John Pitarres, OBSERVERDISPATCH-Utica ORDER YOUR COLOR STREAM MAPS ! Available rolled or folded. ALSO AVAILABLE in heavy gauge ! ! LIFETIME GUARANTEED, glass-like clear-lamination, write-on wipe­ ! off surface, with brass eyelets for easy hanging. PRIORITY MAIL INCLUDED ! | Send_____ Ml 4 FT by 4 FT ROLLED map(s) postage paid $24.45 ea. J [Send Ml 4 FT by 4 FT FOLDED mapjs) postage paid $24.45 $2445 ea. ea [ ! Send Ml 4 FT by 4FT LAMINATED mapfs) postage paid $44.45 ea. | [ Check or money order enclosed $ “If you're looking for the most definitive maps ever created depicting every single creek, river, stream, pond and lake...then “Professor Higbee's Stream Maps” are without question the finest.” —Howard Brant, THE NEWARK STAR-LEDGER “It is in showing where to find out-of-the-way trout streams that makes the map such a treasure to the fisherman.” -Joe Gordon, TRIBUNE- DEMOCRAT-Johnstown j । EACH ROLLED AND LAMINATED MAP SHIPPED IN A STURDY STORAGE TUBE Name । j Address j iCity Stale________Z ■ Mail completed coupon with payment to: J-AD GRAPHICS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml ! 49058-0188 I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 30, 2001 - Page 10 Alternative ed students acquire shutterbug habit Student Kelly Green shot this view of the river for photography class. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Alterna­ tive Education students are seeing the beauty in the ordinary as well as the ex­ traordinary around town, in their new photography class. The class, being taught by Rose Hahn, is working on color composition, landscaping and portrait. The class has been around town, taking pic­ tures of the fall scenery, said Hahn. "The leaves are aglow in their gold, reds and or­ anges," said Hahn. "Be­ cause they are on assign­ ment to photograph they are seeing beauty before them more clearly than ever before." Hahn said the photogra­ phy class is taking on many new assignments, including shooting a scene from four different angles, taking pictures that illustrate an emotion, pho­ tographs of people, pho­ tographs of props, and shooting photos of patterns and designs. Hahn said some of the students favorite photos are the fall scenes from around Nashville. Hahn said the students love the class. "We would like to add a class because its so popu­ lar. It really is a bridge of communication in that they are talking through their pictures." Hahn said the class has also been doing some camcordering, including 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 • RubberStamps (Notary^Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts Charlotte thograph no. "We are also working on taking Polaroid pictures. has proven to be very pop­ ular." Girls’ C-C team takes 3rd in SMAA meet All-SMAA cross-country runners (from left) Muriel Wieland, Dustin Jones, Jessica McMillen and Melissa Nisse. Maple Valley's girls' cross-country team fin­ ished third in the Southern Michigan Atheltic Associ­ ation (SMAA) meet Oct. 16 at Bellevue. Bellevue won the meet with 32 team points, Leslie had 40 and Maple Valley 51. Freshman Jessica McMillen paced the Lions by taking fifth with a time of 25:25. Sophomore Muriel Wieland was sixth in 25:32, junior Melissa Nisse was 11th in 26:13, senior Camille Wieland was 16th in 28:10 and se­ nior Jana Gethe was 22nd in 30:01. Kari Emerick fin­ ished 24th and Michelle Silsbee was 25th. Junior Kasi Slone of Bellevue was individual league champion with a time of 22:52. Runners from Bellevue, Leslie, Maple Valley, Olivet, Morrice and Lans­ ing Christian took part in the meet. Dansville and Webberville did not have any representatives. In the boys' meet, Maple Valley did not enter enough runners to score as a team. However, fresh­ man Dustin Jones finished ,12th with a time of 21:41 and freshman Andrew Gaber was 26th in 24:55. Greg Schmit of Leslie was league medalist with a time of 18:28. Runners from Maple Valley, Leslie, Web­ berville, Olivet, Morrice and Bellevue competed. McMillen, Wieland and Nisse were named to the all-SMAA girls' team, as was Jones to the boys' team. (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available o A division of J-Ad Graphics D.J. Whitney. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn or call 945-9105 (517)726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �Looking For a PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones 1-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING (at Charlotte Litho) ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. in the BARN! SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! • • • • • • • • • • • Letterheads Business Cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber Stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers Invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons Calendars Catalogs Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. ~ We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ----------------------1 Hour or Next Day Processing------- ; 1— • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Barn (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:^0 a.m. - *M0 p.m. Barry County's most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE 1351 North — LOCATED AT — M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Pax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 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, October 30, 2001 - Page 12 Balanced Lions advance to district finals by Jon Gambee Maple Valley's 28-18 vic­ tory over Leslie Friday leaves only one question unanswered: Who was that man walking the Maple Valley sideline wearing Guenther Mittelstaedt's hat, and what did he do with the real Guenther Mittelstaedt? The real Guenther Mittelstaedt built Maple Valley into one of the best football programs in the state using an offense based strictly on the run. The real Guenther Mittelstaedt's idea of a bal­ anced offense is one that runs left as often as it runs right. His definition of a pass is something that gets you out of homeroom early. Here is a man who thinks Bo Schembechler was a reckless gambler. He usually abides by the Woody Hayes "three yards and a cloud of dust" school of football Lesson Number One: When you throw the football, only three things can happen, and two of them are bad. But here were the Maple Valley Lions chalking up 327 yards of total offense, with 135 of those yards through the air. Maple Valley scored four touchdowns in the game, two on the ground and two via the pass. And we're not talking safe screen passes to a running back lined up behind a be­ hemoth line, some little soft toss that gets organized behind the line of scrim­ mage and is in reality a run­ ning play. We're talking a bullet-like 54-yard sideline route and a Hail Mary 55-yard picfureperfect strike that would have made Broadway Joe Namath proud. But it's not like Mittelstaedt completely abandoned the running game. The Lions actually only threw five passes on Friday. That's not exactly throwing caution — and the ball — to the wind. But he picked his spots, and the result was the differ­ ence in the game. Perhaps that is why he was elected to the Michigan High School Football Coach's Hall Of Fame this year. He is not above doing the unexpected. Whatever it takes to win, he is willing to try. He brought a Maple Valley team into this game which had lost two in a row. And losing three in a row, especially if that third one means you pack up your gear and look at game film for the next 10 months, is simply not ac­ ceptable to Mittelstaedt. Losing is a bit foreign to Maple Valley under Coach Mittelstaedt and he wasn't about to let it. become a habit. So he opened things up. Just enough. And as a result, Maple Valley is in round two of the Michigan High School Athletic Association play­ offs and lives to play for at least one more week. After the game, in typical Guenther Mittelstaedt fash­ ion, he had nothing but praise for Leslie. "They were a very good team and they played hard," he said. "They were very well-coached." And in typical Guenther Mittelstaedt fashion, he took no personal credit, in­ stead heaping praise on his team. "I thought we played de­ fense tonight like the Maple Valley teams of the past," he said. "The kids worked very hard all week and they were determined tonight. I'm proud of each and every one of them." The Lions had a game plan and they stuck to it. Even when Leslie took the opening kickoff and marched 78 yards in only nine plays to take a 6-0 lead (the twopoint conversion failed), you had the feeling that Maple Valley would not panic. Guenther's pride of Lions came right back, scoring in only five plays when quar­ terback Darin Thrun hit Eric Smith in the left flat and the Kent Oil & Propane, Inc We Deliver 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI junior running back broke a tackle and raced 54 yards to the endzone. Smith then ran in the ex­ tra point to give Maple Valley the lead for good. On the next series, a sig­ nature Maple Valley hit jarred the ball loose from Blackhawk quarterback Luke Ewing, and Jeremy Wiser was there to cover it. On the next play from scrimmage, Mike Hirneiss went off right tackle, seemed to be stopped for a short gain, and then broke right again to race 31 yards to score. The lead was 14-6. Leslie scored just before the end of the half to close to 14-12, but that was as close as it got the rest of the night. The touchdown capped a 12-play, 70-yard drive that ended when Steven Budd ran in from three yards out, but again the Blackhawks came up short on the two-point conversion. Maple Valley scored twice in the third quarter. The first came on a six yard run by Hirneiss (the extra-point try was blocked), and the final tally came on a 55-yard pass from Thrun to Brandon Hopkins that was right out of the St. Louis Rams' playbook. Hopkins went deep and Thrun put the ball right were it had to be, just out of the reach of the Leslie de­ fender and where only Hopkins had a chance to catch it. He made a brilliant finger­ tip catch, and when the Leslie defender hit the ground, there was nothing between Hopkins and the endzone but 45 yards of landscape. He covered it in less time that it takes to say, "Touchdown, Lions." And just to show that it wasn't luck, Thrun hit Hopkins in the far comer of the endzone for the twopoint conversion. The Blackhawks made a game of it, scoring with 10:08 left to play in the fourth quarter when Sonny Coito pushed in from eight yards out. But Leslie's final oppor­ tunity to get back into the game ended when Devin Phenix intercepted a Luke Ewing pass at the Maple Valley five yard line with 3:28 left in the game. Leslie did get the ball back one more time when Maple Valley punted with 26 seconds left, but the Blackhawks had time for only two plays and it was not nearly enough to do them any good. Hirneiss led Maple Valley rushers with 82 yards on 13 carries, while Smith added 58. Smith had to leave the game twice in the second half with injuries, managing only 15 yards on four car­ ries. But Bryan Dunlap, who had only one carry for six yards at halftime, stepped in and picked up the slack, rushing eight times for 31 yards in the final two quarters. Ewing was the leading rusher for Leslie, gaining 129 yards in 20 carries, and he pretty much carried the Blackhawk load throughout the game. But he was a better runner than he was a passer, finish­ ing with just seven comple­ tions in 15 attempts for only 62 yards. He was inter­ cepted twice, once by Phenix and once by Tom Patrick in the endzone to thwart a two-point conver­ sion attempt. Reach over 4,000 area homes with an ad in the Maple Valley News NEW 5020 SERIES TRACTORS Affordable power for any size farm Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 • Propane Installation • Serving Home, Farm and Industry FREE INSTALLATION Includes 10O-ft. copper line, fittings, labor, two stage regular stystem, leak and pressure test • State Licensed Installers • Responsive, Dependable Service • Competitive Prices • Radio Dispatched Trucks • Budget Plan • Auto-fill Plan • $1.00 Lifetime Lease Fee (Basedon 500-gal. min. annual usage) You don’t have to skimp on comfort and reliability just because you’re working a smaller acreage. These new John Deere tractors add more speed, comfort, and convenience to every job. • 45- to 75-PTO hp straddle-mount, isolated open station, or cab model with high-torque POWERTECH* engine. • Economy PTO option provides up to 25 percent fuel savings in light-duty PTO operations. • Enjoy more convenient controls, quieter operator’s environment, and easy loader hookup. See us today and test drive a new 5020 Series Tractor. ‘Price is for JD 5220 2WD w/o loader Your only independently owned and operated propane distributor. John Deere *We offer underground tanks—call for details Solid. Stable. Still John Deere. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-11-06.pdf 8eb51a74f0b69f309d7bfe6eee0a5317 PDF Text Text HASTINGSPUBLICLIBRARY / 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Mi 4905S-1SB Published by J-Ad. Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 45/November 6, 2001 Chargers end Lions season with 20-16 win The Lion defense had its hands full against Phil Martin (36) and the rest of the Charger offense. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Quarterback Darin Thrun (2) and his Maple Valley teammates left it all on the field. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Jon Gambee Maple Valley's 2001 football season came to a disappointing end Saturday when the Lions came up just short against undefeated Union City 20-16 in the Division 6, District 1 Championship game. "I'm really proud of this team," said Maple Valley Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt after the game. "We came here knowing we had to play hard and we played hard. "This was Maple Valley football and I told the kids after the game to walk out of here with their heads held high because they played hard the entire game. They never quit." Maple Valley fell behind early when Nathan Hughes rambled 37 yards up the middle to score with only 4:21 gone in the first quar­ ter. The Chargers hit the twopoint conversion for an 8-0 lead, and it stayed that way throughout the rest of the first quarter as both defenses stepped up. Josh Cook led the Lion D with eight tackles in the first half and Jason Silsbee and Paul Felder each had five. "We played outstanding defense against a very good football team," Mittelstaedt said, "but they were just too good to hold down com­ pletely. "I thought there were two key plays: the interception near the end of the first half that stopped our drive, and See Lion football, pg. 11 Lion eager comeback falls short, 54-48 by Matt Cowall Sports Editor The Maple Valley varsity girls' basketball team hus­ tled and scrapped its way back from a first-half deficit, but a late 8-0 run by Lansing Christian turned the tide in a 54-48 loss on Oct. 30. The loss dropped the Lions to 10-5, 7-4 in the SMAA. Christian made its living in the first half on the fast break. Tiffanie Shiver scored 13 of her 15 first-half points for LCS in the second quar- ter, many of those on lay­ ups in transition, as LCS took a 28-23 lead into the break. In the second half, the Lions kicked their defense into high gear, applying ag­ gressive full-court pressure and working hard in transi­ tion to thwart the LCS break, even drawing two straight charging fouls on Shiver. The good effort paid off on the scoreboard, and the Lions managed a 34-34 tie at the end of the third quar­ ter. Maple Valley scored the first points of the fourth for a 36-34 lead, and the teams traded a few baskets to nudge the score to 40-40 with 4:44 remaining in the game. LCS went up by four, but a three-pointer by Sarah Cook cut it to 44-43 with two minutes left. Unfortunately for the Lions, that was as close as they would get. Shiver answered with an­ other lay-up, sparking an 8­ 0 run that gave LCS a 52­ 43 lead with only 27 sec­ onds to go. Two free throws by Jessie Grant closed out the scoring for the 52-45 final score. Sophomore center Stefanie Joostberns was ev­ erywhere for Maple Valley, scoring 13 points, grabbing nine rebounds and snaking six steals. Fellow soph Megan Garvey also had a big night, recording a double-double with 13 points and 13 boards. Garvey also had four as­ sists. Sarah Cook scored nine for the Lions. Shiver led LCS with 25 See Lion eagers, pg. 11 In This Issue... Maple Valley's Sarah Cook (44) comes away with a loose ball against Lansing Christian. (Photo by Matt Cowall) Vermontville Village Council creates planning commission Two teens sentenced in rape of girl, 13 Commission on Aging invites public input at Nov. 12 forum MV riders 4-H Club completes busy year Jessie Grant (10) looks to pass around the LCS defense. (Photo by Matt Cowall) �e Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 6, 2001 - Page 2 Comedy mystery will be presented Nov. 15-17 b Sh Hbbth by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley High School will present, "A Haunting We Will Go," a comedy mystery, Thurs­ day, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15, 16 and 17, at the high school auditorium. Director Norma Jean Acker said the show, by Tim Kelly, was chosen by a few seniors. It is a depar­ ture from the usual pro­ gram the school puts on. "Unfortunately we are living in some pretty seri­ ous times and it was our goal to provide some lighthearted entertainment for the area, re relidents?' she* said. "Thfe -has been’a fun one to work on. There are some scary surprises, but in a funny way, so parents should feel comfortable bringing the whole family." Price for the show is $4, and the cast and crew in­ cludes Jonathon Yenger, Christina Jackson, Eliza­ beth Favre, Nate Smith, Nate Jarvie, Dan Sealy, Kristen Vanderhoef, An­ drew Krolik, Becky Guernsey, Hannah Cole, Andrew Burns, Kathryn Carney, Chris Andrews, Shanna Shoemaker, Meaghan Pierce, Beth Mulvaney, Mulvaney, Jordan Jordan V Volz, Tizzie Sundrla, Erin Hummel, Bethany Wen­ ger, Ashley Gardner, Andrea Eaton, Heather Clark, Jason Campbell, Shelbi Cousins, Sally Mar­ tin and Jessica Mansfield. The cast of "A Haunting We Will Go." Not pictured is Jessica Mansfield and Meghan Pierce. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... eal people. Hometown people who will help y°LI through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help-in good times and in bad-year after year. lAuto-Owners Insurance Life Horne Car Business fkt'Mc PioAffrnfafJb * TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Vermontville Village Council creates Planning Commission encouraged to call the vil­ lage office at 726-1429. In other business at the meeting last Thursday night, the council: • Heard from Clerk Shirley Harmon that peti­ tions for village elections must be turned in by Nov. 27 if candidates are declaring a party. All oth­ ers must be turned in by Dec. 11, and there will be four open seats. • Decided to replace the flags in front of the office because they were becom­ ing worn. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Vil­ lage Council is seeking nine members of the community to serve on its newly created Planning Commission for the vil­ lage. A resolution was adopted last Thursday night to form the commis­ sion, of which members will be appointed by the council. The terms of each member will be three years, but because the commission is newly formed, the terms will be staggered. Three members of the first commission will serve for one year, three for two years, and three for three years. Council is looking to fill the positions quickly be­ cause the pace for prepar­ ing the village's master plan is quickening. Village Officials said they would like to fill the positions as soon as possible, prefer­ ably by Nov. 8. All interested parties are • Heard from th Waxman from Congress­ man Nick Smith's office about the dealings of the U.S. House of Representa­ tives and Smith's activi­ ties. He reminded the council that Smith holds office hours in Charlotte at the City Hall on the first Tuesday of the month from 10 to 11 a.m. • Heard from two repre­ sentatives from the high school leadership class, that the students will be attending meetings and can be of assistance to the council if needed. Look Great For 4 FALL Diana’s Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 Diana Kuempel m LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Ministry Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange M-66 at Assyria Rd. Nashville, Michigan Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 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 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) REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT Worship Service............. 9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship.............................. 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. S.unday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................. 11 a m. .Evening Worship 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... 11 a m. Church School ................... 0 a.m. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Phone (616) 963-7710 Fellowship Time After Worship Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class....................... 10:50 a m. REV. GLEN WEGNER REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Sunday School............................. 10a A.M. Service..................... 11:15 a m. P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville' Sunday School.................. 9:45 a m. A M. Service......................... 11 a m. P.M. Service.................................... 7 p Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 am. Morning Prayer ................. 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. 9 a.m. for all services. Affiliated with the Independent 616-795-9030 Anglican Church (Canada Synod). FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 6, 2001 - Page 3 Two teens sentenced in rape of girl, 13 Two 16-year-old Ottawa County boys were sen­ tenced to one year in jail with credit for 36 days served and the last two months suspended in con­ nection with the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl Aug. 29 in Castleton Township. Richard Flores and Francisco Garcia were ar­ rested after they allegedly forced the girl to perform oral sex, refused to let her leave the home in the Thornapple Lake Estates trailer park and made other minors watch. The girl had testified at a preliminary examination that she had gone to the home owned by an adult acquaintance that day to "see if she would take US to the lake." Flores was already at the home and Garcia showed up later, she said. Seven other people were ■ft * it Mih Elementary Schools h Hu (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Nov. 7 M.W. Hungry Howies. tdool ta./ Pizza, coni, peaches, Hi-C fafcRUL Fruit snacks, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 8 1/2 day of school, No lunch served. Friday, Nov. 9 No school. Monday, Nov. 12 Chicken nuggets, green beans, pineapple, graham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 13 Cheeseburger, tater tots, fresh fresh, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfastthis year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. Wednesday, Nov. 7 Choose One - Spaghetti, FJU Christmas tree lighting Hd’slta event will be Nov. 16 The Nashville Garden ■lUi’nKrbiW i Club will be lighting the HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ___ $4,50 Kids all shows____ $4.75 DAILY Matinees til 6pm & Seniors $5.00 Students & Late Shows Fri & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon-Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills 4 .25e Corn Refills (fTiEtD uIl(* jj“l home at the time. On the bed, the boys continued to force the girl to have oral sex, she testifled. "When I told them I didn't want to, they con­ tinued hitting me," the girl said, adding that one of the girls in the home was crying while Flores and Garcia laughed. The girl also testified that four days prior to the incident, Flores and Gar­ cia used a jack knife to cut her jeans off her so they could have sex with her. "What they did to a 13­ year girl in my opinion is probably the worst thing that could happen to a 13year-old girl," said Assis­ tant Prosecutor Rebecca Hawkins in Barry County Circuit Court Thursday. "I don't think I could say any­ thing to express the humil­ iation this victim suffered." The girl's mother told Judge James Fisher prior to sentencing about her anger and the suffering of her family. . "He needs to realize he can't to this again to any­ body," said the woman. "She's missed a lot of school since this hap­ pened. Her grades are suf­ fering." Thomas Dutcher, de­ fense attorney for Flores, said "There is no question this is an unfortunate inci­ dent," but he argued that sex, drugs and alcohol are permitted at the home where the incident oc­ curred. "The court needs to understand that there is a recipe of a residence where you can have alco­ hol, marijuana and sexual Thanksgiving dinner planned for Nov. 22 The Nashville Assembly of God is planning a Thanksgiving day dinner for those in the Maple Val­ ley area who do not have someone to share a meal with or some place to go for the holiday. The dinner will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thurs­ day, Nov. 22, at the Ma­ sonic Temple on Main Street, Nashville. There will be turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, rolls, vegetables and pies. There will be no charge. Meals also can be de­ livered to shu- ins, or rides provided to the dinner. Please call for reserva­ tions Monday, Wednes­ day, or Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. by calling 852­ 9819. Reservations must be made before Friday, Nov. 16. School Lunch Menus T'biiCtaa 1 at the home at the time the rape occurred, includ­ ing the home's owner, ac­ cording to a preliminary examination transcript. "Ricky and Cisco pulled me into the bathroom," she testified. "They grabbed my arms and started shov­ ing me." The boys made the girl sit on the toilet while Ricky stood in front of her, forced her to have oral sex and Garcia stood in front of the closed door. Other people, including another minor, were called into the bathroom and made to watch, according to the transcript. "...if I told anybody, he was going to kill me," the girl testified of what Flores said to her during the at­ tack. The two boys then forced the girl into the bedroom of the homeown­ er's daughter, who was not Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View * I EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM Nov. 10th & 11th SHREK (PG) MONSlBtS, BK. SHOWTIMES 11/6-11/8 Q MONSTERS, INC. (G) OICITAL/STADIUM SEATI.6 11:30, 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30 ©THE ONE (PG-13) OIGITAl/STADIUM SEATING 11:45, 1:45, 3:45, 5:45, 7:45, 9:40 O THIR13EN GHOSTS (R) 1:00, 3:00, 5:10, 7:10, 9:10 RIDING IN CARS WITH BOYS (PG-13) 11:00,1:35,4:10, 6:50, 9:25 ct-e-iu j.ngWag l 20oz.DRiNK I with $1 50 (1/2 price) purchase 1 of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn "MVIT one per ad VjBB I Hastings 4 B 1 WWW.GQTI.COM B B village Christmas tree in Central Park Friday, Nov. 16, with opening festivities at 6 p.m. Carolers will sing from 6:30 to 7 p.m., and at 7:05 the tree will be lit by a _special person from the community. Unity candles will also be lit, and a tent will be set up with hot chocolate and doughnuts for sale. Horse and wagon rides also will be available. Plans for the night are still tentative, but there will be activities and enjoyment for all members of the community. The Nashville Garden Club meets on the second Monday of the month at 10 a.m. at Good Time Pizza. Anyone interested in gar­ dening and beautifying the community is welcome to attend. The November meeting will be changed this month to the first Monday to plan for the special lighting ceremony. pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two Garden salad, California blend' veg., grapes, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 8 1/2 day of school, No lunch served. Friday, Nov. 9 No School. . Monday, Nov. 12 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, pear halves, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 13 Choose One - Wet burrito, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, baked beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. M EAT BUNDLES AVAILABLE activity," Dutcher said. "Mr. Flores, being you and immature, got involved in all of those ingredients. Ricky understands he committed a serious of­ fense." Flores apologized "to everyone who's been hurt in this matter," he said. "It'll never happen again. for the charge of seduction to which both boys pleaded no contest do not factor in the effect on the victim's family. The felony seduction charge was used because the Barry County Prosecutor's Office wanted to avoid Flores and Garcia having to register as sex offenders for the rest of My hope is 1 learn some­ their lives. thing from this." "Quite honestly, it dis­ Flores was a high school gusts me," said Fisher. dropout when the incident "What you did to this girl happened, Fisher pointed and making other young out. kids watch, it's humiliat­ "It shows a total lack of ing, its degrading." respect for the dignity of Both boys were ordered other human beings," to serve five years on pro­ Fisher told Flores. bation and to pay $500 Fisher pointed out that court costs. the sentencing guidelines Gregory Johnson L. CHARLOTTE Mr. Gregory L. Johnson, age 54, of Charlotte, passed away Friday, Ocotber 19, 2001, at Northfield Place, Whitmore Lake, MI. He was born on December 7, 1946, in Hastings, the son of Clayton and Marion (Snow) Johnson. Mr. Johnson graduated from Charlotte High School in 1965. Mr. Johnsonserved in the U.S. Army and in Vietnam. He was in the 9th Infantry Battalion. Mr. Johnson was very fond of his horse, Johnny, and was an avid motorcycle enthusiast. He was preceded in death by his sister, Marcella Jean Johnson; and his mother and father. Mr. Johnson is survived Center Cut Whole Beef Whole Short Loin Pork Loins We have... Save! Save! 'b Pork Chops ■ lb ib Steck Vp for Winter! by his son, Heath Johnson, serving in the U.S. Air Force and stationed in California; his brother, Winston (Dianne) Johnson of Charlotte; his sisters, Deanna (Gerry) Becktel of Cloverdale, Christine Johnson and her husband, Larry Reynolds of Charlotte; nieces and nephews, Todd Becktel, Barbara Jeffery, Troy Becktel, Bradley Johnson and Deena Hollister and their families. Gravedside services were held Tuesday, October 23, 2001, at the Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorials may be make to the Disabled Veterans Fund. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home of Charlotte. Cut Free * ~ Cut Free ~ tgsSsSsSsJsSssSsSsSsSsSsSssSsSsSsSsSssSJS y Thornapple Valley Bulk Troyer Bacon M Smoky MW 10 oz. pkg Come N Check OutMl ofOur In-Store Savings!” Bareman’s Gallon Homo Milk 5 qt. Pail Country Maid Bareman’s Gallon Distilled or Drinking Water 24 oz. Chicken & Dumpling or Beef Stew 2 Liters All Varieties Kraft 12 oz. American or Swiss 13.5-24 oz. Kellogg’s Cereals Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies Smacks Cheese Slices 7*UP Pop 64 oz. Mott’s 12 oz. Asst. Var. 6-11 oz. BanquetI Select Applee Dinty Spam Cream^r\ Moore Lunch Meat Juice 99i<s^J 2/ "Hot" 128 oz. Liquid Laundry Det. vanlue Meals xtra A CaU 945-9554 for Maple Vermontville Grc Valley News classified ads Phone 726-1570 UNITED WE STAMP We Now Accept wW .I.C. &aEcB btTp ^ I We accept: ' Vinter Store Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm»Prices good thru Saturday ...and other cards, too. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 6,2001 - Page 4 Fuller school holds Halloween party rectangle »qpap» purole / i feiown diamond Linda Gaber's kindergarten class dressed in a variety of unique costumes. Fuller students enjoy the candy, food, and Halloween games last week. 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 Lordy, Lordy... Look what massage therapist is dWjL "40” RUSTY If you see J on November 8th, 1]^^ wish him a... t Happy 40th Love, Wendy, Owen & Olivia * 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 MAPLE VALLEY Of Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 27 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE ■ Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com realtor,I MULTIPLE LISTING SEftVtCE MLSs Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)........................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)............................................................................... 852-5066 PRICED REDUCED! STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Small town grocery featuring "full service" meat counter. 2 bedroom ranch retirement Owners are too busy to keep or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147) up with growing business. If you want to be your own boss here is your opportunity!! Call Myle for private showing. (V-144) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 J4>r 4 bedrooms, fireplace, many updates including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on 8f off street parking. Charming small town "Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (N-148) NEW PRICE $67,900! ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED & DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 3 bedroom, 1 bath home on mature city lot in Pole Vermontville. barn w/cement floor. Won't last at this price! Cali Hyle today. (V-142) acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) VACANT LAND 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas available. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. Makenzi Leinhart (Raggedy Ann) and Micha Sprague (a ballerina) enjoy the festivities. (VL-138) by Shawaa Hubbarth Staff Writer Fuller Elementary stu­ dents celebrated Hal­ loween with games, activi­ ties and a parade last week.' Parties were held in the afternoon last Wednesday, and a parade took place outside on the playground to give students a chance to check out each other's costumes. Many parents attended the parties, some dressed in costumes themselves. The Tuesday/Thursday kindergarten class mem­ bers had their party on Tuesday and the rest ■ on Wednesday. At the parties, students played games such as candy corn bingo. The safety of Halloween also was discussed in an as­ sembly held for the chil­ dren the week before. Package tampering and wearing reflectors were Parent-teacher conferences set for Nov. 7 & 8 Conferences for Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, will be held Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursday, Nov. 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Students will be released at 11:10 on Thursday. There is no school on Friday, Nov. 9. Kobey Robins, at six weeks, was the littlest boy in a costume at the Fuller party. He is dressed as a sweet pea, and is being held by grandma Chris Robins. topics covered at the safety assembly. Staff at the school said many of the costumes were homemade, and unique. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 :X G/uYwtmas in Soiwison NOVEMBER 23-29 ~ $698 “The Most Colorful Christmas Celebration in Mid-Anterica” Price includes- Deluxe Coach 6 Dinners 6 Continental Breakfasts Our Lady ofthe Snows Trail of Lights Shoji Tabuchi Yakov Smirnoff Bobby Vinton Tony .Melendez Dino Silver Dollar City Lights &• Show MUhinisf/(J>nsinui\ S>u»u\ Sihvr DtJIar (.Uy & noting "-Aces., STIFFLER TOUR & TRAVEL 287 S. Steele St Ionia MI 48846 616-527-0140 • 800-536-0140 z �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. November 6. 2001 - Page 5 Commission on Aging invites public input at Nov. 12 forum The Barry County Com­ mission on Aging is plan­ ning a series of five Com­ munity Input Forums around the county, and one of them will be held in Nashville from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12 at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St. Another public forum will be held in Dowling from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 19 at the Baltimore Township Hall, 3100 East Dowling Rd. Buddies Drew Lamance (skeleton) and Blade Wyble (Oompa Loompa, from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory). Other forums also are scheduled on other days in Middleville, Delton and Hastings. The purpose of the Community Input Forums is to gather information about the present and future needs of senior citizen ser­ vices in the county. The public is being encouraged to attend and share their ideas on what might best meet the needs of the fastest growing segment of the population. During the past fiscal year, the Commission on Aging (COA) reached more than 900 senior citizens through 20 home and com­ munity-based programs. One in eight county resi­ dents is age 65 or older, re­ flecting a 15.9 percent in­ crease in older adult resi­ dents from 1990-2000. "We survey program par­ ticipants on an ongoing ba­ sis, incorporating their comments and concerns into improvement of the core programs," said Tammy Pennington, COA executive director. "Community forums uti­ lize a different process, in that we're asking the public to provide input into the needs of older adults and how we can best address them. Our goal is to make longer lives become better lives, and we think the best strategy in meeting that goal is to help people re­ main at home as long as possible. We want the resi­ dents of Barry County to take an active role in achiev­ ing that goal on a personal level, and we want to be able to assist them in the best way they think possi­ ble," she said. Dave Medema of Medema Consulting Associates in Kent County will serve as the facilitator for the fo­ rums. The public of all ages is welcome to attend these fo­ rums. All locations are bar­ rier-free. For further infor­ mation, phone the COA at 616-948-4856. • PHOTO Center Get your Fall Color Tour photos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! We want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY... panoramic 4x7 APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT V1 Panoramic prints additional We can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print Custom Rubber Stamps Self-Inking • Made to order Check our prices! Just in time for Halloween... Full Color Personalized Post Cards! Now’s the time to order your Holiday Greetings! Full Color Personalized Post Cards or Greeting Cards STOP OUT TODAY! HOWAVAILABLE! 1 COLOR TO 4 COLOR 43” WIDE X NECESSARY Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays & more! Fuller Students Britteny Moore and Allyssa Childers dressed as a Native American and a cat. The Art of Healing 7^ Nashville Family Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 Putnam Library schedules November events A/EFD COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies The Putnam Library will have a series of events this month. Today, Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m., and Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon there will be a free stamping and scrap booking demonstra­ tion open to the public. A pre-school story and activity hour will be held at the library Saturday, Nov. 10, from 10 to 11 a.m. ' Children's Book Week is from Nov. 12 to 18 and the 14th is National Young Readers Day. The library will be holding an upcom­ ing bookmark drawing con­ test for elementary age children, with details to be published later. Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • • • • Folding & Laminating Collating Back & White Copies Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616 945 9105 . Gray&arn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 v vXlAUMUtAJJUUULUUk. �on Maple Valley VarsA *** £$ *, Huun uunvururr uriufr r* HU|Uff * ' 1 ti m miitf BWKlff .'<MIU£F !— ■-io ’w i ! ■ f kHWf ffi W i MtMr — -io m ^o^»«r SEAfi PLACE 10030 Thornapple Lake Rd. • Nashville e 1775 Saddlebag Ik. Rd. (M-66)»Lake Odessa KEN'S STANDARD SERVICE 209 S. Main, Vermontvill-e REED STREET AUTO PARTS and FEED STORE l008 Reed St. • Nashville H852-9500 852-9481; 574-1200 726-0589 MAPLE VALLEY NEWS MUSSER SERVICE M-C REPAIR & TOWING 106 S. Main St.-N^shville 10708 Kinsel Hwy. • Vermontville 852-9446 852-1649 852-2500 EATON FEDERAL SAVINGSBANK CHERYL'S HAIR SHOP 3661 Curtis Rd. • Nashville Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M43 Hwy, Hastings 945-9554 MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main St. • Nashville 219 S. State St. • Nashville 109 S. Main St. • Nashville 852-0845 852-0882 852-1850 SHIRLEY'S CHUCK WAGON CAFE 202 N. Main St. • Nashville 852-2577 �wy Football Team MIS hREUn» W *MB if/4 W® AEREAT E—S——, -s O i - ___N ! — ___ Hours: Mon., Tues., 10-10; Wed, Thurs, & Sat. 10-11; Hi, 10-Mldnight;Sun 11-10 852»1985o«852-1986 E G VERN'S REPAIR 1823CavllleRd.•Wwdtand 870 5. Main st. • Vermontville as 367-«S44 M ft IK. "[ro fN Masahinv)i lle [of Main) 1910 I rw Holland I*' 726-0514 N REAL ESTATE । ICW11 MV.; MVLEWUUY REAL ESTATE 277 N. Main * Nashville 8S2-1915.8S2-1916 130 S. Main • Vermontville 726-0569 St, • Vermontville 726-0181 ^.726-C �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. November 6. 2001 - Page 8 Business Services GREEN SPIN LLC, concrete cutting & cord drilling. (616)862-4043, fax, (616)795­ 4215. HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367*4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed &c Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, owner. (517)543-1002 NEED SOME PRINTING done? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE: Eclipse Premier Pace Setter, 4-wheel, NuMatic tires. Like new, asking $2,500 obo. Call (616)672­ 7167 evenings. KING AMISH LOG bed. Matteress set w/head, foot board. Bought new, never used. (2 mo.) Cost $1,200. Sell $250.1(517)626-7089. QUEEN LOG BED. Amish cedar bed w/luxury firm mattress's. (2 mo.) Cost $900. Sell $185.1(517)626-7089 XEROX MODEL 1090 COP­ IER: $500 obo. Needs serv­ ice. Cali Walt, (616)945-9554. Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Darr Hamilton, (517)852-9691. For Sale CARPET. OATMEAL BER­ BER. 120 yards. Bought new, still in n plastic. $1500 new. Sell $575/best. 1(517)204 1(517)204-­ 0600. CHINA CABINET, curved glass doors, mirrored back, glass shelves, $350. Office chair, oak, caned set and back, swivel base, $365. Ru­ by shade hall light antique, $70. Oak end table with fancy metal trim, $85. Cail (616)945-4505 for more infor­ mation. Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. ers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, ics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Mobile Homes 1999 FAIRMONT 16X80 mobile home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, fireplace, central air. 10x24 deck, all appliances in­ cluded. Located in Thomapple Lake Estates. Relocating looking for someone to buy or take over payments. Call (517)852-1994 or (517)628­ 3184 please leave message. ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS It is time to think about the general village election that will be held on March 11, 2002. For those res­ idents interested in serving as a Nashville village official, the following positions will be on the ballot: Village President - 2 year term Council Members - 2 year terms 1 Council Member -1 year term Eligibility: Must be a resident and a regis­ tered voter in the village. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604__________ FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 NationalAds APPRENTICE/ELECTRICIAN/PLUMBER TRAINEES-TO S20.50/HR + bene­ fits. (permanent). Major Contractor! Jobline, (616)949­ 2424. BREAD ACCOUNTS DELIVERY-TO $16.82/hr + full benefits. (Cargo-Van) Train­ ing provided. Daily route! Jobline, (616)949-2424. FASHION MODELS-TO 50/HR. Runway/catalog/T.V. Male/Female. Entry level. Interview Now. Jobline, (616)949-2424. HOSPITAL JOBS-TO 18/HR + great benefits. Many Types. Clerical, Main­ tenance, etc. Many train! (permanent) Jobline, (616)949-2424. JOURNALIST/MEDIA-T.VRADIO. TO S35/HR. Many types. Entry/skilled level. Start Now. Jobline, (616)949­ 2424. Real Estate RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1 /2 baths. Located on a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 WILDLIFE ARTIST LOOK­ ING for property with land contract terms. Scenic and secluded in Barry County. Jeff (517)852-1896. Wanted Nominating petitions can be obtained at 206 N. Main, 852-9544, anytime during regular business hours 9am to 5pm weekdays. The deadline for fil­ ing petitions with the clerk is November 27, 2001, before 4:00 p.m. Cathy lentz Interim Village Clerk WANTED STANDING TIMBER: Harvest time is here, don't forget that your wood lot is also a crop. Call today for select cutting ad­ vice. Use Horses or skidder. (517)852-0629 or (517)580­ 6674. ORDINANCE TO CREATE VILLAGE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN An ordinance to provide for Village Planning of the Village of Vermontville, Michigan, the creation, organization, powers and duties of a Planning Commission, and the regulation and subdivision of land. The Village of Vermontville, Michigan, hereby ordains: 1) There is hereby created a Planning Commission for the Village of Vermontville, pur­ suant to Act 285 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan for the year of 1931, as amend­ ed. 2) The Planning Commission shall consist of nine members to be appointed by the Village Council of the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The terms of each member shall be three years, except that three members of the first commission shall serve for a term of one year, three for a term of two years, and three for a term of three years. All members shall hold office until their successors are appointed and may be removed by the Village Council for inefficiencies, neglect of duties, of malfeasance in office. 3) Said Commission shall have all of the powers and duties now or hereafter provided by Michigan law for Village Planning Commissions, included but not in limitation of the fore­ going those powers provided for in Act 285 of 1931, Act 163 of 1943, Act 222 of 1943, and Act 138 of 1962 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan. 4) This ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after its passage. Adopted by the Village Council of Vermontville, Michigan, the 1st day of November, 2001 The motion for adoption was made by Doug Kelsey and seconded by Theresa SpagnuoloO'Dell. Whereupon, said ordinance was duly adopted by the following vote: Yeas: Doug Kelsey, Theresa Spagnuolo-O’Dell, Jim Samann, Don Martin, Lloyd Wolever, Tom Williams and Beverly Sue Villanueva. Total yeas: 7 Nays: 0 Total nays: 0 Shirley Harmon, Village Clerk Beverly Sue Villanueva, Village President This ordinance will go into effect 30 days after adoption, so effective date will be December 1,2001. New alternative ed teacher is on the job by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Aaron Aapala recently joined the teaching staff at the Maple Valley Alterna­ tive Education school. Aapala attended Kala­ mazoo College and is working on his teaching certificate from Olivet College. He is from Char­ lotte. Aapala is on a permanent subbing position through the year at alterna­ tive ed. He is teaching math, computers and En­ glish. Fellow teacher. Rose Hahn said, "We needed another teacher because of our size — we have had a 30% growth. We now have Aaron Aapala 130 students and had five teachers, with Aaron, we now have six. We already had a classroom ready for his use." Aapala is not married and is the assistant varsity baseball coach for Char­ lotte schools. In his free time he likes to fish, and likes to play a variety of sports. Previous to this job, he has had permanent subbing jobs in Charlotte. He said he has a semester to go on his certificate and his plans are to stay in the dis­ trict after completing his schooling. "It has been really nice here so far, everyone has been welcoming," he said. Housing meeting will be Saturday Suzalyn Smith, a hous­ ing assistant with the Eaton County Housing De­ Water project approved by USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture has given final approval for $1,767,000 in grants and loans for a wa­ ter project serving the Vil­ lage of Nashville. The $963,000 grant and the $804,000 loan from USDA Rural Development will combine with a $965,000 loan from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality for a major upgrade of the vil­ lage's water system. Plans include replacing 3,680 feet of undersized water mains as well as a new booster pump station and iron removal system. The low interest loan from the DEQ will come from the state's drinking water revolving fund. The loan from Rural Develop­ ment comes from its Rural Utilities Service with an annual interest rate of 4.75 percent over 40 years. Castleton Twp. Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD October 3, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Two people were in atten­ dance from the public. Approved the agenda as printed. There was no public com­ ment. Accepted the 2000-2001 audit report. Minutes from the September 5, 2001 meeting approved. Approved repairing damaged headstones at Barryville Cemetery. Budget was amended. Treasurer's report accepted as printed subject to audit. Approved paying bills in the amount of 24,158.86. Committee reports were given. Approved the snowplowing bid from Kent Hamilton. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor partment, will be on hand for a housing meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, in Vermontville at the Opera House. The public is invited to attend the meeting, which will cover information on Michigan State Housing Development Authorities PIP (Property Improve­ ment loan), the Rural De­ velopment loan program, the Emergency Repair Housing program, and what the qualifications are and how to go about the process and who is eligi­ ble. After an overview of the programs available in the county for homeowners, Smith will hand out pam­ phlets and take questions from the public. Anyone with questions can call Smith at (517) 543-7500. Veterans Day program slated in Nashville The Nashville VFW Post No. 8260 will be ded­ icating a monument in memory of the women and men who have honorably served their country at 11 a.m. Veterans' Day, Sun­ day, Nov. 11. The public is invited to the ceremony and dedica­ tion, which honors all those who have served in times of peace and war. The new monument will be put on the front lawn of the VFW Hall. There will be speakers and the play­ ing of "Taps" and a raising and lowering of the flag. After the ceremony, there will be a potluck dinner, please bring a dish to pass. Sherry Holloway, bar manager, said, "The club members decided to get this to honor everyone — especially with the times that we are in right now. All are invited to honor all the service people who have served." PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination/' Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 6, 2001 - Page 9 Local church has Halloween bash hu%T\ h\ Its I.i t'■s «’* l. JI ’ their little "Tigger", tto the Halloween party at Vermontville Bible Church. ' a? This young "bum" tries his hand at chance. game Of Vermontville Bible Church was host for a community Halloween bash last Wednesday and dozens. of area youngsters joined in the fun. The fellowship hall was Halloween dance held by Alternative ed _Ii U ■LvLa.iulKiwlkl.ikAwy—i'i # ksro^* sro tan®. |ia«*R,l,I| ifet" filled with carnival games, some requiring a little skill and others were just games of chance. There was a duck pond and fishing pond. There were tossing games where the Velcro ball had to stick to a tar­ get. There were ball toss games in which the player had to knock over bowling pins. In one game, the player had to try to shoot a basket ball in the hoop. At each game, the chil­ dren were given lots of help from the volunteers. By the end of the Bill Reynolds wears a colorful costume and wig as he helps at the party. By the end of the evening, most of the youngsters were nestled all snug in their beds while visions of Tootsie Rolls, taffy kisses and Snickers bars danced in their heads. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads Alternative Education teachers Kelley Weaver (left) and Rose Hahn got into the Halloween spirit by dressing up. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Al­ ternative Education pro­ gram celebrated Hal­ loween with a dance and party at the school gym Friday, Oct. 26. The whole public was invited with only one stip­ ulation — wear a costume. Joyce Fickey went all out for her costume at the dance Couple Holly Adams and Kevin Vandenboss showed up as an angel and the devil. The party was from 7 to 11 p.m. and the gym was decorated with spider webs, coffins, bats and balloons, as well as a strobe light on the dance floor for fun. Karolyn Fickey, mother of student Joyce, helped serve the food, which in­ cluded cup cakes, chips and pop. Everyone pitched in for the event, said teacher Rose Hahn. "Joyce Fickley, Lacy Bolten, Kendall Bolten and Brandy Collins did a lot of the decorations while Abel Pena loaned the strobe light. Kelly Weaver and myself chap­ eroned the dance, and teacher Cindy TaylorGrant and other teachers helped with the cleanup. Tate Mix, the principal, stopped in for a while to chat with the students." Hahn said the night was one in which everyone "created magic together." "It was a place that stu­ dents shared stories and danced the night away. It was a delight and joy to be with people who enriched the present moment with their personalities, senses of humor and creative cos­ tumes," she said. 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 Full Color Copies -1- I only । Expires November 30, 2001 (No copyrighted pictures) Char otte o Lithograph no. 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 Ne.vs, Nashville, Tuesday. November 6. 2001 - Page 10 MV Riders 4-H Club completes busy year The Maple Valley Riders and Cindy Eaton. Cindy 4-H Club enjoyed a busy Eaton also exhibited creative 2<XX)-2tXJ1 year. Though the writing and gift wrapping. primary emphasis has been Sarah Vanderhoef, Kristen on horse projects, club mem­ Vandcrhocf. Melissa Jewell, bers have branched out in and Mary Jewell participat­ other areas and have leaders ed in the Performing Arts and members participating Talent Show. Mary Jewell in dogs, shooting sports, received a Top 10 award for cake decorating, photogra­ her vocal solo. Breann phy, rabbits, chickens and Gardner, Brittany Gardner, swine. They also exhibited Mary Jewell, Melissa Jewell, their projects at the Eaton and Matthew Scramlin all exhibited cooking projects. County Fair. C ake decorating members Justin McMillen also exhib­ Andrea Cobb, Sarah ited a saddle rack he made as Vandcrhocf, Andi Cohoon. a welding project and com­ Jessica McMillen, Cindy pleted a small engines pro­ Eaton, Aaron Cohoon, ject. Kristen Vanderhoef Brooke Bracy-Flower and received a Top 10 award on Kristen Vandcrhocf met her teen leader project and monthly with leader Julie interview. In the arts and crafts area, McMillen and instructor Sue Howard. They learned many many club members partici­ new techniques and exhibit­ pated. Mary and Melissa ed their cakes, doing well at Jewell did ceramics, Jennifer fair. Melissa and Mary Dunn did stationery and Jewell also exhibited cookie cards. Lindsay Harmon's quilt received a judge's houses. Shooting sports partici- choice award and was exhib­ pants included Melissa ited at the state fair in Jewell, Mary Jewell, Detroit. Andrea Cobb and Andi Michelle Jewell, Aaron Cohoon, Jesse Rcist and Cohoon took first place in Justin McMillen. the trash barrel decorating Photography exhibitors contest. Cody Cowell and included Sarah Vandcrhocf Cash Flower were Clover Bud members. In the dog area, exhibitors included Andrea Cobb, Tiffany Cowell, and Andi Cohoon. Andi attended the state dog show. The leader in this area is Teresa Cowell. The swine project area has grown in numbers over the past three years. With the help of leaders Trudy Cobb and Eric Eaton, 15 members exhibited hogs. These mem­ bers were Aaron Cohoon, Andi Cohoon, Andrea Cobb, Tiffany Cowell, D.J. Abbott, Justin McMillen, Sarah Vanderhoef, Kayelee Reist, Brooke Bracy-Flower, Cindy Eaton, Jessica McMillen, Kristen Vanderhoef, Derik Shantz, Brandon Shantz and Sarah Elision. This group includes many first-year hog showman. Experienced exhibitors Brandon and Derik Shantz were helpful to members at the weigh-ins and in helping them prepare for show. Several swine members attended the Green and White Hog Classic at MSU to learn more about showing hogs. Members also were assisted by Brett Ramey, who helped them learn about Sarah Vanderhoef as the scarecrow and Jenny Ellison as Dorothy in the costume contest. caring for their hogs and ground their feed. All swine exhibitors did very well with their projects. Highlights of Fair included Andrea Cobb's reserve champion carcass hog, D.J. Abbott’s three first place class wins in show­ manship, pen of hogs and single market hog, and Justin McMillen’s first and second placings in individ­ ual hogs. The swine mem­ bers also won a bam award. In the horse project area, members in the gymkhana classes 12 and under were Aaron Cohoon, Tiffany Cowell and Kayelee Reist. Aaron Cohoon was reserve champion. In the gymkhana classes, age 3-15 members were Andi Cohoon, Jesse Reist, Sarah Vanderhoef, Leora Abbott, and Andrea Cobb. Leora was unable to exhibit her horse due to health problems. Andi Cohoon was grand champi­ on and Andrea Cobb was reserve champion. Andi won the new sliding scale class and speed and action. Andrea won trophies in bar­ rels, poles, flags, speed and action, and keyhole. Andi Cohoon, Sarah Vanderhoef and Andrea Cobb were selected as dele­ gates to the state 4-H horse show at MSU. Gymkhana riders age 16­ 19 were Lindsay Harmon, Dusty Boehmer, Melissa Jewell and Tonya Patterson. Dusty Boehmer was reserve champion and won the pole bending class. Lindsay Harmon won both the speed and action and keyhole classes and was selected as a state show alternate. Melissa won the new sliding scale for this age group. Pleasure rider in the 12 and under age group was Brooke Bracy-Flower. She was grand champion, in both English and Western plea­ sure, grand champion in English equitation and reserve champion in bare­ back equitation. Pleasure riders in the 13-15 age divi­ sions include Cindy Eaton, Jessica McMillen, Breann Gardner, Jenny Ellison, Jessica Ellison and Sadie Blodgett. Jessica McMillen won the quarter horse halter class. Breann Gardner was selected as a state show del- egate. In the 16-19 age division, riders included Kristen Vanderhoef and Amanda Scramlin. Kristen was grand champion saddleseat equi­ tation and saddleseat plea­ sure and was selected as a state show delegate. Amanda won the hunter hack class. Horse project leaders in­ clude Donna Gardner, Tammy Flower, Melissa Patterson and Jill Vanderhoef. The club took part in many other activities besides the fair. In April the club hosted two clinics - one in pleasure and one for the speed events with Kim Rutledge. The club also sponsored a hunt seat clinic. Local saddle makers Jeff and Jason Byington pre­ sented a program on saddle making and saddle fitting. Maple Valley Riders offi­ cers, President Kristen Vanderhoef, Recorder Amanda Scramlin, Treasurer Lindsay Harmon, Secretary Jessica Ellison, and Vice President Melissa Jewell attended a teen leader/horse leader leadership conference at the Kettunen Center. Members Andrea Cobb, Sarah Vanderhoef, Kristen Vanderhoef, Andi Cohoon and Cindy Eaton attended a three-day 4-H Livestock Camp in Coldwater. Sarah Vanderhoef attended Exploration Days at MSU. Weekly horse workouts began in May. Dog members met weekly at the county workout in Charlotte. Swine members had a showman­ ship clinic in May. Shooting sports members met at coun­ ty-sponsored shoots month­ lyThe club had a horse show in June at the Charlotte fair­ grounds. Members also went camping as a group at the Ionia State Recreation Area over Labor Day. The October meeting was a Halloween party. Club members were also active on a county level. Amanda Scramlin acted as Eaton County 4-H Council treasurer. Kristen Vanderhoefwas council sec­ retary. Kristen and Amanda, along with Melissa Jewell, Sarah Vanderhoef, Cindy Eaton and Lindsay Harmon, served on various council and horse development council committees. All members were suc­ cessful with their, projects. Some members have received special recognition. Brooke-Bracy Flower and Tiffany Cowell were award­ ed young achievers for the previous year’s swine and horse projects. County medal awards for this project year are Andi Cohoon for dogs, Lindsay Harmon for crafts, and Sarah Vanderhoef honorable men­ tion for horse. Teen leaders Lindsay Harmon and Kristen Vanderhoef designed Maple Valley’s own award program. The results for those awards will be presented at the Christmas dance/awards pre­ sentation in December. Lindsa Harmon and horse “Bad Boy.” Maple Valley Riders members: (back row, from left) Amanda Scramlin, Jesse Reist,brandon Schantz, Dusty Boehmer, Derik Shantz, Lindsay Harmon, Michelle Jewell, Matthew Scramlin; (third row) Lee Abbott, Cindy Eaton, Jessica McMillen, Jessica Ellison, Sarah Vanderhoef, Kristen Vanderhoef, Melissa Jewell, Andi Cohoon, Aaron Cohoon, Breann Gardner, Mary Jewell; (second row) Kayelee Reist, Sadie Blodgett, Tiffany Cowell, Brooke Bracy-Flower, Justin McMillen, Andrea Cobb, Jenny Ellison, Brittany Gardner, Sarah Ellison; (front row) D.J. Abbott, Cash Flower, Cody Cowell. Missing from photo: Shane Hickey, Jennifer Dunn and Tonya Patterson. Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 6, 2001 - Page 11 Secretary of State mobile unit to visit % ,<Hl S,, lk.v ^lll JW \ a?’( The Secretary of State will have its mobile unit available in Vermontville, today, Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. be­ hind the fire barn. The mobile unit can do everything that the Secre­ tary of State can do, so the public is invited to come and renew licenses and such. CV^ C^tw. w. JO* <s ■«iSSLSi _ 111 . Ws,. ,. I** n k....^ite» «a( Jp'*^ ^1 FH w‘t <_ <>j . W«_B^ B Mn^ 6 » J!>*W ih*-^ i£S*«3 te1, «® Mi& ■** b k®® Hi- ■ J* Book discussion group to form locally Nov. 7 The Vermontville Wo­ men’s Club, in cooperation with the Vermontville Town­ ship Library, is forming a book discussion group. An organizational meeting for this group will be held Wednesday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville First Congregational Church. Community members who enjoy reading, and would like to join others to discuss the books they read are encouraged to attend. A reading list, schedule and meeting locations for the group are among the details that will be discussed at this meeting. Lion football, continued from front page our inability to hold them in check the second half.” The interception came at a critical time, indeed, stop­ ping a Maple Valley drive that had taken the Lions in­ side the Charger 10-yard line. Billy Kidney picked off a Darin Thrun pass in the end zone with just 20 seconds left to play, enabling Union City to run out the clock and take that 8-0 lead into the lockerroom. The Charges went up 14­ 0 with 5:37 left in the third quarter when Phil Martin broke free around left end and ran 66 yards to score. But still Maple Valley Vermontville senior citizens to meet Wednesday The monthly meeting of the Vermontville Senior Citizens will be held from noon until 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. All local young at heart senior citizens are invited to attend and urged to please bring a plate to pass for the potluck lunch. For additional informa­ tion 'please call Hildred Peabody at 726-0574. Vermontville Veterans Day observance set The public is invited to a Veterans Day Obser­ vance to be held in the downtown park in Ver­ montville at 1:30 p.m. to­ day, Tuesday, Nov. 6. The event will be at­ tended by the students at Maplewood and will have a welcome address by Principal Fred Davenport, speeches, songs and the playing of "Taps." The theme for the event will be "United We Stand." Lion eagers, continued from front page points. Stacey Pratt had 11 rebounds and Ashley Akens had nine assists for LCS. The Lions travel to Portland tonight for a 7:00 game, then return home for their last game of the regu­ lar season, a Parent's Night matchup against Webberville on Friday at 7:00. JV Report The JV girls' basketball squad stands at 11-5 heading into the final week of the season. Back on Oct. 16, the JV beat Leslie 39-18. Meagan Putnam scored nine points and had eight rebounds. Amy Strickland had seven points, six re­ bounds and three steals. The JV beat Bellevue 45­ 37 on Oct. 23. Putnam had nine points and four rebounds, and Krista Driksna had eight points and seven rebounds. On Oct. 30, the JV lost to Lansing Christian 49-43. Putnam was good for 16 points and nine rebounds. Tessa Robles scored nine, and Kortney Ewing chipped in eight points and eight re­ bounds. The JV then lost to Olivet, 47-36, on Nov. 1. Putnam scored 15 and had 18 rebounds. Driksna had seven points and five re­ bounds. Mike Hirneiss (4) turns the corner against Union City. (Photo by Perry Hardin) mixing the pass and the run to move from their own 28 to the Union City 15 in just seven plays. Mike Hirneiss then ran around right end, broke three tackles and stretched his 5foot-6-inch frame to the limit to pierce the goal line. But with only 3:10 left on the clock, time was the obstacle that the Lions could not overcome. But though their season came to a tragic conclusion, Mittelstaedt was not fin­ ished talking about this team that had come so far. "This team has been a real joy to coach," he said. "They worked so hard all year long and they gave me everything I could ask for. I'm very proud of each and FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. A 400 R»"QER NORTFERMEf? junor The Outdoor Tradition. A 400 CHILDREN’S .IR. ARCTIC PAC INSULATED 8” Leather Top Pac 63100 NORTHERNER INSULATED Olive 3-Eyelet Pac Rugged Light Brown leather uppers. Light­ weight TPR injection molded bottom and trac­ tion lug outsole. Removable soft felt insulating liner. Built-in THERMOLITE insulation. Re­ movable fleece-lined insole. Heel kick-off. Comfort rated to -10°. 100% waterproof pull-on pac. Pliable, all-rubber construction. Built-in foam insulation. Pebble Grip self-cleaning sole. Easy on & off fabric lin­ ing. Removable cushion insole. Steel shank for .£ additional support. Children’s whole sizes 9-12 Youth’s whole sizes 13-6 Rugged Brown oil-tanned waterproof American leather upper. Black rubber bottom. Durable ALPHA GBX outsole. Removable boot liner with 200 grams of THINSULATE insulation in a 3/8" polymeric foam wrap. 8mm insulating felt midsole for additional warmth. Black PU padded collar for comfort. RANGER heel kick off for easy on and off. Steel shank for addi­ tional support. Non-catching speed laces. 100% WATERPROOF. Comfort rated to -50“ F. Men’s whole sizes 7-14 SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm Storm Chief CHILDREN’S BOOTS 63001 STORM CHIEF Black 100% waterproof pull-on pac. “Fire Helmet" in­ signia. Pebble Grip self-cleaning sole. Remov­ able cushion insole. Steel shank for additional support. Children’s whole sizes 5-13 5ERVUS 21012 We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies $24" N0Rne»ERr OVER-THE-FOOT WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. T346 Non-insulated 17” Olive Insulated Hi-Strap Pack High Abrasion Trac Tread sole. Contoured an­ kle-fit comfort. Shovel Shank reinforcing strip. FOOT FORM contour insole. Polymeric foam insulation. Men’s whole sizes 5-15 Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY OVER-THE-FOOT 21812 INSULATED 16” Olive 4-Eyelet Pac Heavy Trac Tread sole and heel. Polymeric foam insulation. Made in USA. Whole sizes 5-13 Estimates Available VISA HOMETOWN (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE , S1O" U>1 03001 A 476 SUMMIT Brown 10” 100% Waterproof Pac Stefanie Joostberns (34) drives the baseline against Lansing Christian. (Photo by Matt Cowall) | . A 476 OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP **% (517) 852-9565 NEW! and In Stock Children’s whole sizes 11-6 । J# gur every one of them." Union City finished with 299 yards, 284 of them on the ground. Maple Valley finished with 247 yards. 126 through the air and 121 on the ground. The defense, led by Silsbee, Cook. Felder. Brandon Hopkins and John Terberg had their work cut out for them the entire game, but they stayed strong throughout. "Except for a couple of big plays, we played tough defense against a very good football team," Mittelstaedt said. Cook finished with 10 tackles,and Silsbee and Felder each had eight. Union City will now host 9-2 Hudson next week, while Maple Valley finishes up the season 8-3. fought back. They got the ball back late in the quarter, setting up a 55-yard, 10play drive, capped off on a 1-yard plunge by Eric Smith. He then ran in the two-point conversion to cut Union City's lead to six, 14-8. But the Chargers came back with a drive of their own, an 11-play, 76-yard march that ended when Hughes broke free from 22 yards out to make the score 20-8 with only five minutes left to play. The Lions used their time wisely on their next drive, 219 S. State in Nashville LUMBER & HARDWARE 517-852-0882 Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumber.com �WrSBifferent That's Good ing Mid-Michigan Since 1937 Mutually Owned by Depositors, No Stockholders Staffed by Local Friends and Neighbors No Answering Machines You'll talk to knowledgeable personnel We will be here serving you in the future We are independent and cannot be purchased by a big city bank Corporal ion and employees are dedicated to community service Open Saturday 9 - Noon NOW OPENING 2002 CHRISTMAS CLUB ACCOUNTS Access Your Account 24 Hours A Day, Toll-Free At 1-866-764-6552 Remember Our Heros Thank a Veteran For Their Service! OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon Bank � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-11-13.pdf 35e5cf62285888940c01ea858b0f3ca7 PDF Text Text M"S1Tff2lG!S P S UCHBULRICCH U SWI UMUSRSPORSTTASG TDE US POSTAGE hustings tings m* 11 PAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 46/November 13, 2001 Vermontville ceremony recognizes area veterans by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Area veterans and ser­ vice people were honored last Tuesday at a cere­ mony in the downtown park in Vermontville. Maplewood school chil­ dren attended the cere­ mony and gave speeches on a variety of topics re­ lated to freedom and the sacrifices veterans have made for the country. Student Arriannah Perez gave said in her speech, "When our flag was still there we knew our country Was free for life. Here in the United States of Amer­ ica, there is still freedom. If our flag stays up all over the whole United States, Maplewood student Arriannah Perez gives her speech entitled, "The United States Flag." ' Service man and Alternative Education Principal Tate Mix addresses the crowd at the veteran's ceremony. Navy Chief Officer Dennis Mapes demonstrates a ceremony called "piping" with the help of Dennis Vanderhoef and students. we will survive. It doesn't matter if we are not strong... our hearts are big. You don't have to be scared. We will have war. We will win through faith and hope... when we fight it's with love, hope and faith. Some say they are frightened and mad. Don't be! The flag will protect us, no matter what hap­ pens." Students sang "God Bless America," and vari­ ous veterans spoke to the crowd. Rev. Dan Smith, a chap­ lain with the Michigan Army and National Guard, talked about his job and told the students that they could adopt people in the service to write to and send care packages to. Tate Mix, service man and principal at Maple Valley Alternative Educa­ tion, said he was "a field artillery man." "Our mission is to pro­ tect Michigan, but when the president calls us, we go to protect the U.S... I wanted to say 'thank you' to the veterans.. Sometimes we forget to thank them for our freedom, and we forget that we might not be able to walk down the streets and talk freely without their service." Dennis Mapes, who is a chief Navy officer and a band booster president, talked about his service in the Navy. "It's a tough life, but fun and rewarding," he told the students. He demonstrated for the students a piping cere­ mony, which someone would blow a whistle and salute a dignitary visiting the ship. Students Ashley Gonser and Brandon Sams laid a Area veterans and service representatives gather in front of the veteran's memorial in Vermontville to be honored last Tuesday. wreath on the veterans memorial which served as a backdrop for the cere­ mony, and balloons were set into the sky. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport talked about the Sept. 11 tragedy and a moment of silence was held. Nashville clerk’s job to be advertised by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council last Thursday night decided to advertise to fill the clerk's position, the job description for which now includes duties for an office manager. The finance committee will do a screening process to the appointed position and will recommend a few candidates to Village Pres- See Clerkjob, pg. 2 In This Issue ‘A Haunting We Will Go’ to be performed locally Putnam Library undergoes many changes Energy solicitation concerns raised by local woman Lions slugger selected for special trip down under �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. November 13, 2001 - Page 2 Nashville clerkjob, continued from pg- 1 ■*: 'aw Wheeiiler added that the ident Frank Dunham, who then will nominate one of the candidates to the council and the council will vote. The council is hoping to fill the position by its first meeting in December. Councilman Ralph Kirk voted no on the motion, maintaining that a few things should be checked with the village attorney. Councilman Steve Wheeler, on the other hand, said that checking with the attorney would set the process back weeks. The council also ap­ proved the clerk's job de­ scription. Kirk and Ed Sheldon voted no. Kirk said he disagreed with the wording that edu­ cation was preferred. "I think we could scare off potential applicants," said Kirk. Wheeler said," I know you feel strongly about it, but there were some on the council who felt continued education should be. re­ quired, so we felt by say­ ing it was preferred was a good compromise." education was not required and that job experience counted just as much. "I find it's not restrictive. It's something we would like to see, not a definite thing. As we move into the next century technology skills will be needed to operate some of the (computers). It's a knowl­ edge requirement field." In other business at the meeting the council: • Awarded a bid of $14,400 to Corpro Water­ works for cathodic water from an on-duty police of­ ficer who no longer works in the village. The officer was having abdominal pains and Chief Gary Barnes told her .to go to the hospital to have it checked out. She commu­ nicated with the billing department and said she does not have the money or insurance to pay for the bill. Council decided- to protection. The bid was the fourth contract for the wa­ ter project that did not get any bids when the rest of the project was bid out. Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker said the contract was for protecting water quality on the inside of the water tower. • Approved paying an outstanding ambulance bill pay it from the police de­ partment. • Paid the Transfer Re­ cycle Station $1,000. • Heard from Decker that all the contracts on the water project have been awarded and "we are well on our way with this project." He said he was fairly confident that con­ struction would start at the building sites this fall. There’s a better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at 1-800 number Dean Hansen, representing the Vermontville American Legion 222 donates $500 to assistant fire chief Monte O'Dell to be used towards the purchase of a defibrillator. or from STAN TRUMBLE ...a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s pro­ tection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 syluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Ike, No Probfa/m PpjjpN * Blood drive set at high school A Red Cross blood drive will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, at the Maple Valley High School gym, 11090 Nashville Highway. The Red Cross says that because of the overwhelm­ ing response in the wake of the terrorist attacks in New York and Washington D.C., it is no longer able to take appointments. Blood donations instead will be taken on a first-come, firstserved basis and will be collected to goal only. Anyone who is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 pounds, is in rea­ sonably good health and hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of the drive is eligible to con­ tribute. For more information, call the Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross at 945-3122 or the American Red Cross, Blood Services, Great Lakes Region, 1-800-968­ 4283, extension 360. The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Comer of M-66 and Thomapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 LOCALCHURCHSCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Ministry Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange M-66 at Assyria Rd. Nashville, Michigan Sunday School........ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 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 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. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service ............ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship.............................. 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. S.unday School........ .9:45 a.m. Morning Worship..... ............... 11 E.vening Worship..... .............. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 FIRST GRESHAM UNITED CONGREGATIONAL METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship...... .... 11 a.m. Church School .......... ... 10 a.m. Phone (616) 963-7710 Fellowship Time After Worship REV. GLEN WEGNER REV ERIC LISON Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ... Sunday School .. Fellowship Time.. Adult Class ...... ....... 9:30 a.m. ......... 10 a.m. ..... 10:30 a.m. ..... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday School A.M. Service P.M. Service 10a 11:15a 6p PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. . PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Servic ..... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11:15 a.m. REV GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED .. METHODIST CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... ...10 a.m. ..11 ant PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 am Morning Prayer 1:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Re* David! Hustwick948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. .9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 3 ‘A Haunting We Will Go’ to be performed Nov. 15-17 Sutton warns Nurse Crisp, Norma, and Todd to "stay out of the cellar." Flint attacks the mysterious young woman. Madam Lugosi and her daughter, Morganne, perform a seance hoping to find the identity of the murderer. Home school group looking for possible members by Shawna Hubbarth A new group for home­ schoolers is forming in the Nashville area. Organizer Diana Reed said the group is for home schooled youngsters to get together and share ideas, resources, field trips. Reed said there are many homeschoolers in the area, but they are so scattered there are some who do not know others in the same area. Putnam Library is going to be the meeting place for the new group. Librarian Brenda Shoup said the library is looking forward to hosting the group. "We are trying to pro­ mote the idea of home­ schooling parents to meet here with their children and form a group. We have various resources and catologs for everyone to look through. This way, not only can they make con­ tacts and friends, but they can share educational ma­ terials to cut costs." Shoup said the library was the perfect meeting place because many homeschoolers use the li­ brary several times a week. Reed said the group will be for people who home HASTINGS 4 MOPS meeting set for next Tuesday Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ___ $4,50 Kids all shows____ $4.75 DAILY Matinees til 6pm & Seniors $5.00 Students & Late Shows Fri & Sat $5,50 Evenings Mon-Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills & ,25c Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View ZECZI EVERYONE SAT & SUN @ 10 & 11 AM Nov. 17th & 18th HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (PG) SHOWTIMES 11/13-11/15 Q SHALLOW HAL (PG-13) DI6ITAL/STADIUM SEATIAS 12:00, 2:15, 4:30, 7:00, 9:20 O MONSTERS, INC. (G) DI6ITAL/STA0IUM SEATING 11:00, 1:10, 3:20, 5:30, 7:40, 9:45 O THE ONE (PG-13) 1: 00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:20, 9:30 THIR13EN GHOSTS (R) 2: 50, 7:30, 9:55 RIDING IN CARS WITH BOYS (PG-13) 12:15,4:50 20oz.DRINK with $1.50 (1/2 price) purchase of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn MV one per ad O Hastings 4 I I WWW.GQTI.COM I I All mothers with chil­ dren, infants through kindergarten, are invited to the Mothers of Preschool­ ers Meeting (MOPS) at Vermontville Bible Church from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tues­ day, Nov. 20. MOPS is intended to be a place to make new friends, share experiences, laugh and express creativ­ ity through crafts. This month's speaker is Phyllis Smith, who will talk about preparing "tod­ dler approved" quick/easy meals, time saving tips, and money saving ,ideas. A typical MOPS morn­ ing includes a continental breakfast, announcements, speaker, small group dis­ cussion and crafts. There is a suggested donation of $4. Children are cared for in age-appropriate classes by adults in the MOPPETS program, where they will have play time, crafts, story and a snack. Infants through 18 months will be in the nursery. MOPS is held the third Tuesday of each month school for any number of reasons and in a variety of different ways. "It's really for anyone who is currently home­ schooling or is just inter­ ested and would perhaps like to talk to parents ac­ tually doing it," Shoup said. "Maybe we can help answer any questions they might have.'1 Reed said that as soon as interest is shown in the group they can then set the first meeting date. Anyone interested in joining the group can call Putnam Library or Diana Reed at (517) 852-1573. (September through May) from 9 to 11:30 am. Vermontvile Bible Church is located at 250 N. Main St. For more information, call Sarah Gurd at 517­ 852-1893. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley High School will present, "A Haunting We Will Go," a comedy mystery, Thurs­ day, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15, 16 and 17, at the high school auditorium. Director Norma Jean Acker said the show, by Tim Kelly, was chosen by a few seniors. It is a depar­ ture from the usual pro­ gram the school puts on. "Unfortunately we are living in some pretty seri­ ous times and it was our goal to provide some light­ hearted entertainment for the area residents, she said. "This has been a fun one to work on. There are some scary’ surprises, but in a funny way, so parents should feel comfortable bringing the whole family." Price for the show is $4, and the cast and crew in­ cludes Jonathon Yenger, Christina Jackson, Eliza­ beth Favre, Nate Smith, Nate Jarvie, Dan Sealy, Kristen Vanderhoef, An­ drew Krolik, Becky Guernsey, Hannah Cole, Andrew Burns, Kathryn Carney, Chris Andrews, Shanna Shoemaker, Meaghan Pierce, Beth Mulvaney, Jordan Volz, Lizzie Sundrla, Erin Hummel, Bethany Wenger, Ashley Gardner, Andrea Eaton, Heather Clark, Jason Campbell, Shelbi Cousins, Sally Mar­ tin and Jessica Mansfield. COMING SOON* COMING SOON* COMING SOON * COMING SOON* COMING SOON* COMING SOON COMINGSOON C Hastings Area saut urves. for women "30 Minute Fitness & Weight Loss Centers" 3 ' »* 0 J Coming in December Call 945-9050 11 for more information! COMING SOON • COMING SOON • COMING SOON • COMING SOON • COMING SOON • COMING SOON �Head Librarian Brenda Shoup (left) and assistant librarian Sandy Hosey stand in the newly redecorated kids room. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer There have been some changes at Putnam Library in Nashville, under the di- rection of new head Librar­ ian Brenda Shoup. Shoup said the library is starting a book mobile for seniors, shut-ins and those Caledonia Bands Craft Show November 17th 9:00 am - 3:30 pm at the Caledonia Middle School 9230 Kraft Ave. Admission isfree & lunch will be available. ~ Over 100 Crafters ~ MAPLE VALLEY 0XT Real Estate who have recently had surgery. "It's a way to bring books to those who cannot come to the books," she said. There also has been re­ decorating throughout the building. A tea room is set up on the sunny southern side of the library for patrons to enjoy books, tea and cook­ ies. The children's room is also changing. There is an open book shelf in the middle of the room, creat­ ing cozy spots for bean bags for reading. The library is also trying to be host for more activi­ ties, said Shoup. "We are trying to offer more for the community. We have preschool story Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)......................................................................... 852-5066 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY PRICED REDUCEDI STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147) "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on & off street parking. Charming small town "Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (N-148) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY farm housj: eyr-j marijjvpcbrtrs including vinyl siding, windows, brick patio, built in hutch. Large barn plus shed. Lots of room for the family. Call Jerry for com­ plete details. S of 1-96, 1 1/2 miles off M-66. (CH-126) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". (CH-127) Brenda Shoup was recently promoted librarian from assistant librarian. Small town grocery featuring “full service" meat counter. Owners are too busy to keep up with growing business. If you want to be your own boss here is your opportunity!! Call Nyle for private showing. (V-144) VACANT LAND PARCELS 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas avail­ able. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED & DRI­ VEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seed­ ed to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-13 head hours on the second Satur­ day of every month from 10 to 11 a.m. We are also starting a new homeschooling group that will meet here. Anyone inter­ ested can call us at the li­ brary." Other ideas in the works said Shoup and new assis­ tant Librarian Sandy Hosey, are workshops to go along with computer classes offered on topics such as resumes, mock job interviews and other re­ lated topics. Shoup said, "the library staff is excited about the changes. We have been working hard, and we al­ ways welcome suggestions for activities from the community." School Lunch Menus (Maplewood & Fuller) 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE HMS Putnam Library patron Nichole Ranshaw enjoys the new tea room. Lunch Menus Wednesday, Nov. 14 Cheesie Bread Sticks, spaghettio's, peaches, box of raisins, 1/2 pt. ofmilk. Thursday, Nov. 15 Pizza, carrot sticks, pear halves, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Nov. 16 French toast and link sausage, potato wedges, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 19 Chicken tenders, tator tots, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 20 Macaroni and cheese, green beans, applesauce, muffin square, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, push-up, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 15 H.S. Hungry Howies. Choose One - Pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, glazed carrots, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Nov. 16 Choose One - Chicken pot pie, pizza, chicken sand- wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. Monday, Nov. 19 Choose One - Chicken ten­ ders, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, peaches, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 20 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Tfte Art of Heating Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 14 Choose One - Cheesie Business Services GREEN SPIN LLC: concrete cutting & cord drilling. (616)862-4043; fax, (616)795­ 4215. HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 Nashville Family Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 5 Putnam Library holds scrapbooking workshop by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Women at Putnam Li­ brary had a chance to learn about preserving their family photos last week when Rosemary Myall, held a scrapbooking workshop. .People attending the presentation learned how to make a scrapbook and how to make personalized cards, gift bags and clear, stamps. Myall said she has been scrap booking for about a year. "I started because I make crafts and gift bas­ kets and I wanted to make Rosemary Myhall shows some of the materials used for scrapbooking. She hosted a demonstration at Putnam Library last week Wednesday. Energy solicitation concerns raised by Nashville woman A Nashville woman is trying to alert area resi­ dents to a company called Energy America which is soliciting door to door for natural gas. She said she wanted the public to be aware of the company's negative rating with the Better Business Bureau. The woman asked not to be identified, but a quick check on the Internet at the West Michigan BBB 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 Pip • 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 site said the company has practiced misrepresenta­ tion in marketing and has failed to respond to com­ plaints. Information on the web­ site said, "The Bureau opened its file for Energy America in December 1998. According to com­ plaints on file with the bu­ reau, the company is con­ ducting door to door sales promotion for Michigan residents who are currently customers of other natural gas vendors. Customers re­ port that salespersons for Energy America repre­ sented themselves as be­ ing Consumer Energy em­ ployees. In some cases, consumers reported that Energy America represen­ tatives informed them that they were entitled to a re­ bate from precious gas bills and requested that consumers sign a docu­ ment to receive the rebate. Consumers have informed us that the documents they signed were applications for Energy America to be­ come their natural gas vendor. According to con­ sumers, their natural gas vendor was switched with­ out their knowledge or au­ thorization. Our file expe­ rience shows that this company has an unsatis­ factory record with the Bu­ reau this firm has an un­ satisfactory record with the Bureau due to failure to respond to a customer complaint." Nashville Police Chief Gary Barnes said he has not heard any complaints specifically about the company. He said to al­ ways check out a company before signing any docu­ ments. There have been reports tha't the company is also soliciting in Lake Odessa and Hastings as well. Nashville tree lighting ceremony is Friday night The Nashville Garden Club will be lighting the tree in Central Park on Friday, Nov. 16, with fes­ tivities starting at 6 p.m. and the official lighting at 7:05 Refreshments will be sold, and carolers will be on hand. Parking is behind the businesses on Main Street. Rosemary Myhall demonstrates the scrapbooking and stamping techniques. my own cards to go along with it," she explained. Myall said she gives demonstrations in people's homes and for parties. "The cost to start up re­ ally varies but its around $50 for a starter kit, or you can book a party with me and host it and then you receive free stamps and catalog credit for sup­ plies." Everyone at the session at Putnam had a chance to look over her sample book and check out all the pos­ sibilities of crafts made with stamping. Myall said she will have another scrap booking pre­ sentation at the Putnam Library from 6 to 8 p.m. bring anything, but should preregister at the library at (517) 852-9723. Tuesday, Dec. 11. She said people who are interested do not have to (fl £Hf*afUiOfl NOVEMBER 23-29 ~ *698 “The Most Colorful Christmas Celebration in Mid-America" Price includes: Deluxe Coach 6 Dinners 6 Continental Breakfasts Our Lady ofthe Snows Trail ofLights Shoji Tabuchi Yakov Smirnoff Bobby Vinton Tony Melendez Dino Silver Dollar City Lights & Show Millions ofChristmas Lights al Our Lady of the Snouts. SilverDollar City & Trail ofLights' Pick-ups in Lansing & Charlotte STIFFLER TOUR & TRAVEL 287 S. Steele St Ionia MI 48846 616-527-0140 • 800-536-0140 «« AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER* :uaiu>i inKKGi.tss Cabinets Fiberglass Insulation Celotex fir insulation uU n.Come .Coommee.to A.quality .qnduearseyn. ^0 Piusuat nufu inni PlywoQd Lumber Plumbing Supplies oak ' Pine Molding USG L J Drywall Armstrong Celling Tile Hana & Power Tools PaintS rRonontfes Crete & supply & Wolverine Technologies Time for New Siding? l'DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung steel Doors The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" Thefamily of (fllice Travis would like to invite y you to a parly on jTovember 18 at the JCalamo Township Jlallfrom Ir3. The party is to celebrate j/llice’s 80th birthday. Jlope to see you there! HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. I 219 S. State in Nashville • 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com VISA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 6 Lion slugger selected for trip ‘Down Under' by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Down Under or Bust. That's the goal for Maple Valley High School senior Ryan Goris, who has been selected to an all-star base­ ball team that will tour Australia in July. Goris, 17, participated in tryouts at Western Michigan University last August. The tryouts were held by Coast to Coast Amateur Baseball Stars, a nation-wide group based in Marietta, Ohio that organizes international com­ petitions for talented young athletes. Goris, a middle infielder for the Lions, read about the tryouts in the newspaper, but wasn't sure if he would stack up to the competition. "I finally decided I would never know if I didn't try, so I went," he said. Three weeks later, Goris received a letter confirming his selection to the team. The Coast to Coast pro­ gram is geared toward seri­ ous athletes who want to play beyond high school and who have demonstrated a de­ sire to improve themselves both on and off the field, said Chip Stahl, Baseball Program Director for Coast to Coast. "(Ryan is) one of a very limited number of players chosen nationwide to receive this exclusive opportunity," said Stahl. The program hires top coaches from around the United States to travel with the teams. In. addition to coaching, Goris and his teammates will attend semi­ nars concerning the college recruiting process, off-sea­ son conditioning and weight training, and the effects of performance-enhancing drugs. Because players are se­ lected from across the coun­ try, Goris will not meet or practice with the team until the trip begins. "Right now, I don't know anyone else on the team," he said. "They're supposed to post a roster soon on their website (www.coasttocoastathletics. Ryan Goris com)." Goris had his pick of sev­ eral destinations, including Puerto Rico, The Netherlands, Germany and Belgium. "I picked Australia be­ cause it's the longest trip," Goris said of the two-week tour that runs from July 6 BPHOTO Center Let us process your special rolls Top Quality Processing FAST! e35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT F 35MM OR APS DOUBLE PRINT 99* 1-Hour Service additional NOW ONLY.. with original processin 4x6 prints only .Zjj panoramic APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net f 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional and we can give you 4x6 standard color prints$4.00 download + 500 per print NEED COPIES? Make Printing Pius your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Chock Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating • Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! ai 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 jn <wBam OPEN MON - FRI 8:30^6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 to July 20. Each player is responsible for the cost of his trip. Goris and his family must raise over $4000 for him to embark on this once-in-alifetime opportunity. The family plans to hold some fund-raisers, including a spaghetti dinner before a Maple Valley basketball game this winter. In the meantime, they have established an account at Hastings City Bank called "Ryan's Coast to Coast Traveling Baseball Savings Fund." Supporters can make donations directly to the ac­ count from any Hastings City Bank location. Call your local branch or 1-888­ 422-4221 for more informa­ tion. Goris has the baseball part of the trip down pat, but the traveling part will be brand-new. "I started playing T-ball when I was six-years-old," Goris said. "But I've never even been on a plane." "I hope to get some good competition (on the trip), get noticed, and not get air sick," he joked. Goris takes a cut for the Lions last spring. In between a busy sched­ ule of training and games, Goris and his teammates will have a chance to take in the sights and learn about the culture and history of Australia. The team will compete in the Adelaide Friendship Series, a round-robin tour­ nament including all-star teams from across the United States and Australia. The team to beat will be from the South Australian Sports Institute, which grooms players for the Australian Olympic team. In its free, time, the team will visit beaches, a wildlife preserve and other towns and sites around Adelaide. M.V. Jr. Sr. High School Honor Roll 12th Grade “Bethany Adams, Christ­ opher Andrews, "“Devon Augustine, Jessica Chaffee, Amanda Cole, Elizabeth Conklin, Amanda Cook, Sarah Cook, "“Shelbi Cous­ ins, Samantha Curtis, Miran­ da Farr, *Paul Felder, Mar­ kus Fischer, Ashley Fox, Isaac Franco, Ashley Gard­ ner, Jana Gethe, Ryan Goris, Jason Graham, Hillary Grant, "“Rebecca Guernsey, "“Cassaundra Hager, Christ­ opher Halliwill, Jessica Har­ wood, Kenneth Hayes, "“James Henry, "“Michael Hill, "“Michael Hirneiss, Jason Hoffman, "“Rebecca Holland, Brandon Hopkins, "“Christina Jackson, "“Nich­ ole-Nikki James, Nathaniel Jarvie,, "“Jovanna Jones, "“Nicholas Jones, Mayu Kawai, Lacey Keyes, Marina Kiselyova, Andrew Krolik, Maya Kurbanova, "“Daniel Mace, Kari Matson, "“Megan Mccauley, "“Lisa Mcelroy, Sergei Mikhaylov, Derek Musser, Brandy Ojala, "“John Parish, Devin Phenix, Allison Phillips, "“Melinda Powers, Russell Rhodes, Kevin Ripley, Angela Roll­ ins, "“Marta Roszkiewicz, David Rumsey, Natalia Savchak, Jacob Scheick, Rebecca Scripter, Sandra Seifert, Jason Silsbee, "“Jacob Skelton, Bryan Smith, Timothy Smith, Diana Speck, Amber Strickland, Michael Strong, "“Helen-Lizzie Sundrla, “Bethany Swift, • "“Darin Thrun, Christy Todd, Akiyo Ueshima, Carlos Valdivia, "“Alesia Vanengen, Camille Wieland, "“Jeremy Wiser, Amber Wright, "“Nathaniel Yenger. 11th Grade Samantha Allen, "“RussellOwfeh' Blakelyr "Rachel Brandenburg, Matthew Brumm, Rebecca Bumford, Nicholas Burpee, * Jason Campbell, Randy Chase, Katie Clark, Holly Clouse, Hannah Cole, Andrew Cook, Kendrick Coplin, "“Jessica Cowell, "“Chad Croff, "“Brenda Dayton, "“Jonathan Denton, "“Rachelle Drallette, Bryan Dunlap, Jennifer Dunn, Jeremy Dunn, Nicole Edinger, Kari Emerick, "“Austin Fassett, "“Elizabeth Favre, Holly Forest, Kasey Furlong, Eva Gilbert, Man­ dy Gildner, "“Taran Godbey, Ashley Gordeneer, Jennifer Grant, "“Jessie Grant, Josh Grasman, Ryan Grider, "“Stacey Hamilton, Cole Hansbarger, Cashel Harp, Kalee Huff, "“Timothy Hyatt, Travis Irish, Jamie Jones, Andrew Kenyon, Britt Leonard, Tina-Elizabeth Lincoln, "“Jessica Mansfield, Nicholas Mapes, Samantha Mater, Shaina May, "“Mindy McKelvey, Collin Mclean, "“Michael Mead, "“Timothy Miller, "“Elizabeth Mulvany, Aubrey Murphy, Nickalus Newton, Melissa Nisse, "“Sarah Perry, Jena Peters, Jennie Pettengill, Meaghan Pierce, Chad Powers, "“Karla Rasey, Matthew ReeceJarman, Dawn Rhoades, Kaylene Rutledge, Brandon Schantz, "“Amanda Scramlin, Shanna Shoemaker, Michelle Silsbee, Michael Sleeper, "“Cameron Smith, Eric Smith, Kate Spears, Benjamin Swan, Jeffrey Taylor, Micah Tobias, Brieann Treloar, Cassie Turner, "“Kristen Vanderhoef, Zach­ ary Vorce, Cydney West, "“Richard Wilson. 10th Grade Lee Alexander, Sheena Andler, Patrick Andrews, Jerrica Ashcraft, Brooke Barlond, Niesha Barnhart, - Josh Beardslee, Laura Beardslee, "“Chelsea Brand­ enburg, Patrick Bueker, Andrew Burns, "“Kathryn Carney, Ashley Collier, Joshua Cook, Garry Cousins Jessica Craven, Penny Curtis "“Joel Drallette, Matthew Dunham, Nicholas Ewing, Jeffery Fleming, Ashley Forest, Jessica Frayer, Lena Gale, Megan Garvey, "“Elisha Gibson, Myranda 1Greenman, Meagan Halliwill, Jamie Hayes, Summer Hill, Kristie Huff, Melissa Jewell, Stefanie Joostbems, Micah Keasler, Caitlin King, Hilary Krolik, Jonathan Lentz, Steven Loveall, Mitchell Magoon, "“Kristina ]McCallum, Heidi McCrimimon, Brenda McElroy, Allan ]Meehan-Jr, "“Kyle Musser, (Christi O’Dell, Ben Owens, CI herylee Parsons, "“Glenn]Dustin Powers, "“Meagan ]Putnam, Nate Racine, Becky ]Reid, "“Derek Ripley, *Chay]la Robles, "“Mark Rodriguez, ]Nicole Rucinski, Sarah !Scheick, Daniel Sealy, '"“Scott Setchfield, Mark IShoemaker Jr, Ben Smith, Brett Smith, Valerie Smith, MI ichelle Strong, Josh Swift, Rachelle Swift, "“Amber Terberg, Andrew Thomason, .Andrea Thornton, Sarah Todd, Ashley Trumble, ]Muriel Wieland, Wieland, Brett Williams, "“Kelly Wilson, Laci Wolever, Cortnee Wyskowski. 9th Grade Melissa Bauer, Sadie Blodgett, Benjamin Boss, Jeffrey Bowman Jr., Lance Burpee, Sarah Chaffee, Elizabeth Clements, Matt­ hew. Conklin, Samantha iCowell, Todd Cupp, "“Roch।elle Currier, Robert Decker, See honor roll, page 12 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 7 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BOND RESOLUTION to issue $804,000 WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM USA REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2001 (LTGO SECOND LIEN BONDS) Adopted: October 25, 2001 Village Council Village of Nashville VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE Barry County, Michigan Resolution No. 10-25-01 A RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE FOR CONSTRUCTION CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TO THE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM USA REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2001 (LTGO SECOND LIEN BONDS) PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ACT 94 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1933, AS AMENDED; TO FINANCE THE COST THEREOF; TO PRESCRIBE THE FORM OF BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE COLLECTION OF REV­ ENUES FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING THE PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE PAYMENT AND SECURITY OF THE BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE HOLDERS OF THE BONDS IN ENFORCE­ MENT THEREOF AND OTHER MATTERS RELATIVE TO THE BONDS AND THE SYSTEM AND FOR THE USE THEREOF FOR THE PRESERVATION OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE. Minutes of a regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, held at the Village Hall, 206 North Main Street, Nashville, Michigan 49073, on October 25, 2001, at 7:00 p.m., local time. PRESENT: Kirk, Betts, Harris, Kellogg, Sheldon, Wheeler, Dunham. ABSENT: None. The following resolution was offered by Councilmember Kirk and supported by Councilmember Wheeler: WHEREAS, the following resolution, prepared by Law, Weathers & Richardson, P.C., Bond Counsel, was presented to the Village Council providing for financing the construction of certain improve­ ments to the Water Supply System in accordance with plans and specifications prepared by Fleis & Vandenbrink Engineering, Inc., the estimated cost of which is $2,732,000. The public improve­ ments shall be financed in part by a grant of not to exceed $963,000 from the United States of America and revenue bonds issued to the Michigan Municipal Bond Authority in the amount of $965,000, and the balance shall be financed by the issuance to the United States of America of revenue bonds or other evidences of indebtedness in the amount of $804,000 for a period of forty (40) years, pursuant to Act 94 of the Public Acts of 1933, as amended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED as follows: 1. Definitions: Whenever used in this Bond Resolution or in the Bonds to be issued hereunder, except when otherwise indicated by content, the following definitions shall apply: (a) “Acquired” shall include acquisition by purchase, construction or by any other method. (b) “Act” means Act 94 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1933, as amended, sometimes referred to as the Revenue Bond Act. (c) “Bonds” means the Water Supply System USA Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO-Second Lien Bonds), authorized and issued pursuant to the Act and this Bond Resolution, in the princi­ pal amount of $804,000. (d) “Bond Resolution” means this resolution and all amendments hereto. (e) “Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amend­ ed, and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder. (f) “DWRF Bonds" means the Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds), issued to the Michigan Municipal Bond Authority, in the principal amount of $965,000, authorized and issued pursuant to the Act and a bond resolution dated August 30, 2001. (g) “Net Revenues” shall have the same meaning as defined in Section 3 of the Act. (h) “Prior Bonds” means the Water Supply System Refunding Bonds, Series 1998, dated March 1, 1998. (i) “Prior Resolution” means Resolution 1 -22-98 adopted by the Village Council of the Village on January 22, 1998. (j) “Public Improvements” means the improvements to the Village’s Water Supply System authorized to be acquired and con­ structed pursuant to this Bond Resolution. (k) “Revenues” shall have the same meaning as defined in Section 3 of the Act and shall include all earnings on investments of funds of the System and all other revenues derived from or pledged to operation of the System. (I) “United States” means the United States of America, the pur chaser of the Bonds. (m) “Village” means the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. (n) “Village Council" means the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, the legislative and governing body thereof. (o) “Water Supply System" or “System” means the complete Water Supply System of the Village, including collection, distribu­ tion and treatment facilities and all appurtenances thereto now owned by the Village and acquired pursuant to this Bond Resolution and all extensions and improvements thereto hereafter made. 2. Necessity: Description of Project. It is hereby determined to b necessary for the public health, safety and welfare of the Village to acquire and construct the Public Improvements to the Water Supply System, in accordance with detailed maps, plans and spec­ ifications therefor prepared by Fleis & Vandenbrink Engineering, Inc. 3. Estimated Cost: Period of Usefulness. The cost of the Public Improvements has been estimated by the engineers to be $2,732,000, including the payment of incidental expenses as are hereafter specified in Section 4 of this Bond Resolution, which esti­ mate of cost is hereby approved and confirmed, and the period of usefulness of the public improvements is estimated to be greater than forty (40) years. 4. Issuance of Bonds. To defray a portion of the cost of acquiring and constructing the Public Improvements, including the payment of legal, engineering, financial and other expenses incident there­ to and incident to the issuance and sale of the Bonds, it is hereby determined that the Village borrow the sum of $804,000 from the United States and issue its revenue bonds pursuant to the provi­ sions of the Act. 5. Bond Information. The Bonds authorized to be issued and sol pursuant to the provisions of the Act and this Bond Resolution in the aggregate principal sum of $804,000 shall be known as “Water Supply System USA Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds);” shall be bonds payable out of the net revenues col­ lected by the Village from users of the Water Supply System after provision has been made for the payment of expenses of adminis­ tration, operation and maintenance; shall be sold and delivered to the United States; shall be dated the date of initial delivery to the United States; and shall be issued and delivered as one (1) fully registered manuscript bond in the amount of $804,000. The Bonds shall bear interest at a rate of 4.75% per annum, payable semi­ annually on the first day of April and October of each year, com­ mencing April 1, 2002, and continuing thereafter until the principal of and interest on the Bonds is fully paid. The Bonds shall mature serially on the first day of October of each year as follows: Year Amount Year Amount Year Amount Year Amount 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2009 2010 2011 $7,000 7,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 9,000 9,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 11,000 2012 $11,000 2013 12,000 2014 12,000 2015 13,000 2016 14,000 2017 14,000 2018 15,000 2019 16,000 2019 16,000 2020 16,000 2021 17,000 2022 $18,000 2023 19,000 2024 20,000 2025 21,000 2026 21,000 2027 23,000 2028 24,000 2029 25,000 2029 25,000 2030 26,000 2031 27,000 2032 $28,000 2033 30,000 2034 31,000 2035 33,000 2036 34,000 2037 36,000 2038 38,000 2039 39,000 2039 39,000 2040 41,000 2041 43,000 Principal of and interest on the Bonds shall be paid in lawful money of the United States of America to the United States or its assignee. Payment of principal of and interest on the Bonds shall be paid to the United States by draft, check or pre-authorized debit at the office specified in writing as it appears on the registration books kept by the Paying Agent. 6. Defeasance. While the Bonds are held by the United States, the Bonds shall not defeased without the prior written approval of the United States. 7. Prior Redemption. The Bonds shall be subject to redemption prior to maturity, at the option of the Village, in whole or in part, in such order as the Village may designate on any one or more inter­ est payment dates, at the par value thereof and accrued interest to the date fixed for redemption, without a premium. 8. Paying Agent and Registration. The Village shall, from time to time, designate and appoint a Paying Agent, which shall also act as transfer agent and bond registrar. The initial Paying Agent shall be the Village Treasurer. In the event of a change in the Paying Agent, notice shall be given in writing by certified mail, to the Registered Owner not less than sixty (60) days prior to the next interest payment date. The Paying Agent shall keep the official books for the recordation of the Registered Owners of the Bonds. Registration of the Bonds shall be recorded in the registration books of the Village to be kept by the Paying Agent. Bonds may be transferred only by submitting the same to the Paying Agent, together with a satisfactory instrument of transfer signed by the Registered Owner or his legal representative duly authorized in writing, after which a new Bond or Bonds shall be issued by the Paying Agent to the transferee (new registered owner) in the amount of the aggregate principal balance of the Bonds trans­ ferred. No transfer of Bonds shall be valid unless and until record­ ed on the bond registration books in accordance with the forego­ ing. The person in whose name any Bond is registered may for all purposes, notwithstanding any notice to the contrary, be deemed and treated by the Village and the Paying Agent as the absolute owner thereof, and any payment of principal and interest on any Bond to the Registered Owner thereof shall constitute a valid dis­ charge of the Village's liability upon such Bond to the extent of such payment. No Bond shall be transferred less than fifteen (15) days prior to an interest payment date nor after the Bond has been called for redemption. 9. Execution. The Bonds shall be signed by the manual or fac­ simile signatures of the President or the President Pro-Tern and by the Village Clerk or the Deputy Clerk, and they are hereby author­ ized and directed to execute the Bonds for and on behalf of the Village. Upon the execution of the Bonds, the same shall be deliv­ ered by the Village Treasurer to the United States. 10. Bond Form. The form and tenor of the Bonds shall be sub­ stantially as set forth on Exhibit A. 11- Bonds of Prior and Equal Standing. The Bonds of the issue shall be subject to the prior lien of the Prior Bonds and shall be of equal standing, as to the revenues of the System, with the DWRF Bonds. 12. Revenue as Security: Pledge of Full Faith and Credit. Principal of and interest on the Bonds shall be payable from the net revenues derived from the operation of the System, including future improvements, enlargements and extensions thereto, and such net revenues are hereby pledged to the payment of the prin­ cipal of and interest on the Bonds. To secure the payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds issued hereunder and on any additional bonds of equal standing which may be issued as provid­ ed by the terms of this Resolution, there is hereby created a lien to and in favor of the holders of such Bonds, considered a statutory lien upon the net revenues of the System, including future enlargements, improvements, and extensions thereof, subject only to the prior lien of the Prior Bonds and any bonds of equal stand­ ing with the Prior Bonds hereafter issued, and of equal standing as to revenues of the System with the DWRF Bonds. The net rev­ enues so pledged shall be and remain subject to such lien until the payment in full of the principal of and interest on the Bonds. More than 25% of the financing of the Public Improvements is from federal and state grants. Therefore, pursuant to Section 7(3) of the Act, the Village, by a majority vote of the elected members of the Village Council, hereby pledges- its limited tax, full faith and credit to the prompt payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds, which pledge is subject to the constitutional and statutory limitations on the taxing power of the Village. 13. Rights of Bondholders. The holder or holders of the Bonds representing in the aggregate not less than twenty percent (20%) of the entire issue then outstanding may, either at law or in equity, by suit, action, mandamus, or other proceedings, protect and enforce the statutory lien and enforce and compel the performance of all duties of the officials of the Village, including the fixing of suf­ ficient rates, the collection of revenues, the proper segregation of revenues and the proper application thereof; provided, however, that such statutory lien shall not be construed to give any Registered Owner of any Bond authority to compel the sale Of the Public Improvements, the revenues of which are pledged thereto. If there by any default in the payment of the principal of or inter­ est on any of the Bonds, any court having jurisdiction, in any prop­ er action may appoint a receiver to' administer and operate the System on behalf of the Village and under the direction of the court, and by and with the approval of the court, to fix and charge rates and collect revenues sufficient to provide for the payment of any Bonds or other obligations outstanding against the revenues of the System, and for the payment of the expenses of operating and maintaining the System, and to apply the income and revenues of the System in conformity with the Act and this Bond Resolution. The owners or holders, from time to time, of the Bonds, shall have all the rights and remedies given by law, and particularly by the Act, for the collection and enforcement of the Bonds and the security therefor. 14. Management of System. Except as provided in Section 23 below, the construction, alteration, repair and management of the System shall be under the supervision and control of the Village Council. The Village may employ such persons in such capacities as it deems advisable to carry on the efficient management and operation of the System. The Village Council may make such rules, orders and regulations as it deems advisable and necessary to assure the efficient management and operation of the System. 15. Supervised Bank Accounts. The Treasurer of the Village shall be custodian of all funds belonging to and/or associated with the System, and such funds shall be deposited in a bank or banks, each of which has unimpaired capital and surplus of at least $2,000,000, or which are each a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. 16. Funds. The Village Treasurer is hereby directed to create a construction fund into which the bond proceeds shall be deposited and to create or continue the other following funds maintained pur­ suant to the Prior Resolution into which the revenues and income from the system shall be deposited, which accounts shall be main­ tained, except as otherwise provided, so long as any of the Bonds hereby authorized remain unpaid. (a) Construction Fund. The proceeds of the Bonds hereby author­ ized shall be deposited in a fund designated the Water Supply System USA Revenue Bonds Construction Fund (the “Construction Fund”). Such moneys shall be used solely for the purpose for which the Bonds were Issued. Any unexpended bal­ ance in the Construction Fund remaining after completion of the Project herein authorized shall be returned to the United States. After completion of the Project herein authorized shall be returned to the United States. After completion of the Project and disposition of remaining Bond proceeds, if any, pursuant to the provisions of this Section, the Construction Fund shall be closed. (b) Receiving Fund. The gross income and revenue of the System shall be set aside into a fund to be designated the Receiving Fund (the “Receiving Fund”) and moneys so deposited therein as pledged shall be expended and used only in the manner and order as follows: (i) Operation and Maintenance Fund. Prior to the beginning of each fiscal year, the Village Council shall prepare an annual budget of the System for the ensuing fiscal year itemized on the (Continued) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 8 basis of monthly requirements. Out of the revenues in the Receiving Fund, there shall be set aside quarterly and deposit­ ed into the Operation and Maintenance Fund created by the Prior Resolution a sum sufficient to pay the reasonable and necessary current expenses of administering, operating and maintaining the System for the ensuing three months. (ii) Outstanding Bond Requirements. After transfer to the Operation and Maintenance Fund required in (i) above, there shall be transferred quarterly from the Receiving Fund, before any other expenditures or transfer therefrom, and deposited in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund created by the Prior Resolution for payment of principal and interest on the Prior Bonds, a sum equal to at least one-half (1/2) of the amount of the interest due on the next ensuing interest payment date for the Prior Bonds plus not less than one-fourth (1/4) of the prin­ cipal maturing on the next ensuing principal payment date for the Prior Bonds in each year. If for any reason there is a failure to make such quarterly deposit or for any reason there is a defi­ ciency in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, then an amount equal to the deficiency shall be set aside and deposit­ ed in the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund from the net rev­ enues in the next succeeding period, which amount shall be in addition to the regular quarterly deposit required during such succeeding period. (iii) Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund. There is hereby continued the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund established by the resolution authorizing the issuance of the DWRF bonds (the “Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund”). After the transfers to the Operation and Maintenance Fund and the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund required in (i) and (ii) above, there shall be transferred quarterly from the Receiving Fund, before any other expendi­ tures or transfer therefrom, and deposited in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, for the payment of prin­ cipal and interest on the Bonds and the DWRF Bonds, a sum equal to at least one-half (1/2) of the amount of the interest due on the next ensuing interest payment date for the Bonds and the DWRF Bonds plus not less than one-fourth (1/4) of the principal maturing on the next ensuing principal payment date for the Bonds and the DWRF Bonds in each year. If for any reason there is a failure to make such quarterly deposit or for any reason there is a deficiency in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, then an amount equal to the deficiency shall be set aside and deposited in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund from the net revenues in the next succeeding period, which amount shall be in addition to the regular quarterly deposit in the next succeeding period. No further payments need be made into the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund after the amount accu­ mulated and held in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, plus the amount in the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund established in subsection (v) below, is sufficient to pay when due the entire amount of principal and interest which will be payable at the time of maturity or at an earlier redemption date of all the Bonds then remaining outstanding. (iv) Bond Reserve Account. The Bond Reserve Account established by the Prior Resolution for the Prior Bonds shall be maintained for the benefit of the Prior Bonds. (v) Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund. There is hereby established a separate account for the Bonds to be known as the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund. The Village shall pay into the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund from the revenues of the System, after meeting the foregoing requirements, an annual sum of not less than $4,700 until there has been accu­ mulated in the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund the sum of $47,000 (the “Required Reserve”). The Required Reserve for the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund shall be achieved by the year 2011. Except as hereinafter provided, no further deposits need be made into the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund once the Required Reserve has been deposited therein. The mon­ eys in the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund shall be used sole­ ly for the payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds as to which there would otherwise be default. If at any time it shall be necessary to use moneys in the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund for payment of principal of and/or interest on the Bonds, then the moneys so used shall be replaced from the revenues first received thereafter which are not required by this Resolution to be used for operation and maintenance or for current principal and interest requirements. (vi) Capital Replacement, Repair and Improvement Fund. There is hereby established a Capital Replacement, Repair and Improvement Fund (the “RRI Fund”), into which account the Village shall deposit each year from moneys in the Receiving Fund, after meeting the requirements of the subsec­ tions set forth above, the sum of $35,200, until such time as the Required Reserve has been attained, and thereafter the sum of $39,900 each year until the principal and interest on the Bonds has been paid in full. Moneys in the RRI fund shall be used by the Village for the purpose of acquiring and construct­ ing improvements, additions and extensions and for making repairs and replacements to the System. (vii) Surplus Moneys. All moneys remaining in the Receiving Fund at the end of any operating year after satisfy­ ing the above requirements may be transferred to the Bond Interest and Redemption Fund or the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund and used as authorized in this Bond Resolution, or at the option of the Village, transferred to the Capital Replacement, Repair and Improvement Fund and used for the purposes for which that Fund was established; provided, however, that if there should be a deficit in the Operation and Maintenance Fund, the Board Interest and Redemption Fund, the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, the Bond Reserve Account or the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund, on account of defaults in setting aside therein the amounts hereinbefore required, then trans­ fers shall be made from the moneys remaining in the Receiving Fund at the end of any operating year to such funds in the pri­ ority and order named, to the extent of such deficits. Available surplus moneys may be used to retire any outstanding obliga­ tions of the Village incurred for the construction, expansion or additions to the System including additional bonds, the issuance of which is authorized by this Bond Resolution, or if no other disposition has been provided for, such moneys may be used for such other purpose or purposes as the Village Council may deem to be for the best interest of the Village. (c) Depository and Funds on Hand. Moneys in the several funds and accounts maintained pursuant to this Bond Resolution, except moneys in the Bond Reserve Account, the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund and the proceeds of sale of the Bonds, which shall be deposited in accordance herewith, may be kept in one or more bank accounts at a bank or banks designated by resolution of the Village Council, and if kept in one bank account, the moneys shall be allocated on the books and records of the Village in the manner and at the times pro­ vided in this Bond Resolution. 17. Investment of Funds. Moneys in the several funds and accounts herein established, including the moneys derived from the proceeds of sale of the Bonds, may be invested in obligations of the United States, subject to the limitation pro­ vided in the Act, and subject to the applicable limitations imposed by the arbitrage regulations issued pursuant to Section 148 of the Code. In the event such investments are made, the securities representing the same shall be kept on deposit with the bank or trust company having on deposit the fund or funds from which such purchase was made. Income received from such investments shall be credited to the fund from which such investments were made, to the extent such credit would not cause the Bonds to be treated as arbitrage bonds within the meaning of Section 148 of the Code. 18. Rates and Charges. Prior to the issuance of the Bonds, the Village Council shall have established rates and charges for the services of the System in an amount sufficient to pay the expenses of administration and the costs of operation and maintenance of the System; to provide an amount of revenues adequate for the payment of principal of and interest on the Bonds, debt service, reserve, replacement and improvement requirements and otherwise comply with all requirements and covenants provided herein; provided, however, that the annual net revenues of the System, as defined in the Act, shall not, at any time, be less than one hundred twenty percent (120%) of the annual debt service on the Prior Bonds and one hundred percent (100%) of the annual debt service on the Bonds and the DWRF Bonds. The rates and charges for all services antf facilities rendered by the System shall be reasonable and just, taking into consideration the costs and value of the System and the cost of maintaining, repairing and operating the same and the amounts necessary for the retirement of all Bonds and accruing interest on all Bonds, and there shall be charged such rates and charges as shall be adequate to meet the require­ ment of this and the preceding sections. 19. Lien. The rates and charges for all services furnished by the System to any premises shall be a lien thereon. There is hereby created a lien, made a statutory lien by Section 8 of the Act, upon the net revenues pledged to the payment of the prin­ cipal of and interest upon the Bonds, to and in favor of the hold­ ers of the Bonds, which lien shall be a lien upon such net rev­ enues, subject to the lien created in favor of the Prior Bonds. The lien created hereunder is of equal standing and priority with the DWRF Bonds. The charges for service of the System furnished to any prem­ ises is made a lien thereon, by Section 21 of the Act and by this Bond Resolution. Those charges delinquent for six (6) months or more shall be certified by the Village annually on September 1 of each year to the Village tax assessing officer, who. shall enter the same upon the next tax roll against the premises to which the service shall have been rendered, and the charges shall be collected and the lien shall be enforced in the same manner as provided for the collection of taxes assessed upon such roll and the enforcement of the lien therefor. However, in all cases where a tenant is responsible for the payment of the charges and the Village is so notified in writing (including a true copy of any lease), then the charges shall not become a lien against the premises from and after the date of the notice. From and after such notice, no further service shall be ren­ dered to the premises until a cash deposit of not less than one full year’s service shall have been made as security for pay­ ment of the charges. 20. No Free Service. No free service shall be furnished by the System to the Village or to any individual, firm or corporation, public or private, or to any agency or instrumentality. 21. Covenants. The Village covenants and agrees, so long as any of the Bonds hereby authorized remain unpaid, as follows: (a) That it will punctually perform all duties with refer­ ence to the System and comply with applicable State laws and regulations and continually operate and maintain the System in good condition. (b) That it will construct the Project herein provided, in substantial accordance with the plans and specifications here­ inbefore described, and will have the same in operation at the earliest possible time and that it will not sell, lease, mortgage or in any manner dispose of the System, or any substantial part thereof until all Bonds payable from the revenues thereof shall have been paid in full or provision has been made for the pay­ ment of the Bonds. (c) That it will cause an annual review of rates and charges to be made and based thereon will adjust such rates and charges to provide the amounts required by Section 18 hereof. (d) That it will maintain complete books and records relating to the operation of the System and its financial affairs, and will cause such books and records to be audited annually at the end of each fiscal year and an audit report prepared, and furnish a copy of such report to the United States as long as it is holder of the Bonds and to any other holder upon written request. (e) That it will prepare, keep and file such records, statements and accounts as may be required by law and that it will file, if required by law, with the Michigan Department of Treasury, as soon as is possible, but not later than ninety (90) days after the close of the fiscal year, a report, on forms pre­ pared by the Department of Treasury, made in accordance with the ^accounting method of the municipality, completely setting forth the financial operation for such fiscal year for of the System. (f) That it will maintain and carry, for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds, insurance on all physical properties of the System, of the kinds and in the amounts normally carried by municipalities engaged in the operation of similar systems. All moneys received for losses under any such insurance poli­ cies shall be applied solely to the replacement and restoration of the property damaged or destroyed, and to the extent not so used, shall be used for the purpose of calling Bonds. (g) That it hereby pledges, from other funds of the Village, available for such purpose, such moneys as may be necessary on an. annual basis to maintain the requirements of Section 22 hereof for the issuance of additional bonds. 22. Additional Bonds. Subject to the requirements of the Prior Resolution, which shall remain in effect as long as the Prior Bonds remain outstanding, additional bonds may be issued for repair, replacement, improvement or extension of the System, but only if the net revenues of the System, adjusted to include any rate increases adopted and in effect prior to the issuance of the additional bonds (the “Adjusted Net Revenues”) for the two (2) preceding twelve (12) month operating years or the Adjusted Net Revenues for the last preceding twelve (12) month operating year, if the same shall be lower than the aver­ age, shall be equal to at least one hundred ten percent (110%) of the maximum amount of principal and interest thereafter maturing in any operating year on the Prior Bonds, the DWRF Bonds, the then outstanding Bonds and on the additional bonds being issued. Any additional bonds shall be subject to the various funds herein established as if such bonds were part of the original bond issue herein authorized, and all revenue from any such extension or replacement constructed by the proceeds of an additional bond issue shall be paid into the Receiving Fund. 23. Bond Resolution Shall Constitute Contract. The provisions of this Bond Resolution shall constitute a contract between the Village and the bondholders. After the issuance of the Bonds, this Bond Resolution shall not be repealed or amended in any respect which will adversely affect the rights and interests of the holders, nor shall the Village adopt any law, ordinance or resolution in any way adversely affecting the rights of the hold­ ers so long as the Bonds or interest thereon remains unpaid. 24. Default of the Village. If there shall be default in the Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund, the Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund, or in any other fund created under the provisions of this Bond Resolution, or in the payment of principal of or interest on any of the Bonds, upon the filing of a suit by the owners of twenty percent (20%) or more of the out­ standing principal amount of the Bonds, any court having juris­ diction of the action may appoint a receiver to administer the System on behalf of the Village with power to charge and col­ lect rates sufficient to provide for the payment of the Bonds and for the payment of operation expenses and to apply income and revenues in accordance with this Resolution and the laws of the State of Michigan. The Village hereby agrees to transfer to any bona fide receiv­ er or other subsequent operator of the System, pursuant to any valid court order in a proceeding brought to enforce payment of the Village’s obligations, all contracts and other rights of the Village, conditionally, for such time only as such receiver or operator shall operate by authority of the court. In the event of default, the owners of twenty percent (20%) or more of the outstanding Bonds may require by mandatory injunction the raising of rates in a reasonable amount. 25. Internal Revenue Code . The Village has consulted with its attorney and understands that the Code contains certain requirements on (a) the expenditure of proceeds from the sale of the Bonds, (b) the investment of the proceeds from the issuance of the Bonds and (c) the rebate of interest earned on the investment of the proceeds of the Bonds under certain cir­ cumstances. The Village hereby covenants to comply with such requirements. 26. Qualified Tax-Exempt Obligation. The Village reasonably anticipates that the amount of qualified tax-exempt obligations which will be issued by the Village and all subordinate entities during the calendar year 2001 shall not exceed $5,000,000. The Village hereby designates the Water Supply System USA Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO) Second Lien Bonds) in the principal amount of $804,000 as “qualified exempt obliga­ tions” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B) of the Code. The Village hereby certifies that the Bonds are not private activity bonds as defined in Section 141 of the Code. 27. Fiscal Year of System. The fiscal year for operating the System shall coincide with the fiscal year of the Village. 28. Sale of Bonds. The Bonds shall be sold and delivered to the United States without a public sale. Notice of such sale shall be published in the Detroit Legal News or in The Bond Buyer. 29. Bond Resolution Subject to Michigan Law. The provisions of this Bond Resolution are subject to the laws of the State of Michigan. 30. Paragraph Headings. The paragraph headings in this Bond Resolution are furnished for convenience of reference only and shall not be considered to be a part of this Bond Resolution. 31. Publication and Recordation. This Bond Resolution, with­ in fifteen (15) days after its adoption, shall be published once in full in a newspaper of general circulation in the Village qual­ ified under state law to publish legal notices, and the same shall be recorded in the records of the Village and such record­ ing authenticated by the signature of the Village Clerk. 32. Severability. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Bond Resolution shall be held invalid, the same shall not affect any other part of this Bond Resolution. 33. Conflict. All ordinances and resolutions or parts thereof, (Continued) �The Maple Valley News. Nashvfle, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 9 Tailoring a Gift June A. Potter BELLEVUE June A. Potter, age 90, of Bellevue died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2001 at Carveth Village of Middleville. June A. Potter was bom in Kalamazoo, MI on March 24, 1911, the daughter of Charles and Julia (Barry) Brown. She spent time growing up in Hastings, then Vermontville and Nashville. She graduated from Nashville High School in 1930 and on April 4, 1931 married Charles Wendell Potter. He preceded her in death in December of 1977. From 1937-1967 she enjoyed being a homemaker on their family dairy farm. For 34 years she looked forward to and enjoyed spending winters in Donna, Texas where she played bingo and cards. She also to serve your charitable interests and financial goals liked reading and crossword puzzles and belonging to the Mayo-Evans Birthday Club. Surviving Mrs. Potter are her daughters, Nianne Jarrard of Nashville, Vanessa (Larry) Carpenter of Bellevue; son, Charles Potter of Huntington Beach, CA; nine grandchildren; five great grandchildren and one step great grandchild. Graveside services were held Monday, Nov. 12, 2001 at Lakeview' Cemetery, Nashville. Rev. Gail Patterson officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Putnam Library, Maple Valley Scholarship Fund and Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to lime. Field-of-tnterest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geo­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alter­ native to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organi anizations and causes to be considered for grants. They y can be established in two forms: iVon-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Kenneth Furlong VERMONTVILLE - Mr. Kenneth Furlong, age 70, passed away Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001 at Pennock The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Hospital, Hastings, MI. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Maple Valley Chapel. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to indi­ viduals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary ofyour IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys pubblic charity status and the professional stall services | of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-0526 • Fax: 616-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org Gary Vorce— NASHVILLE - Mr. Gary Vorce, age 43, of Nashville died Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001 at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Funeral services for Mr. Vorce are pending at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. (Continued from previous page) insofar as the same may be in conflict herewith, are hereby repealed; provided, that the foregoing shall not operate to repeal any provision thereof the repeal of which would impair the obligation on the Bonds. 34. Continuing Disclosure. The Bonds are sold to the United States and are not publicly issued, and the Village will not pro­ vide continuing disclosure (as would otherwise be in compli­ ance with Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission) and will not provide annual financial information to the State Information Depository (“SID”) as may hereafter be appointed. 35. Electronic Fund Transfers. Pursuant to the guidelines and requirements of the United States, promulgated through the Rural Development Division of the United States Department of Agriculture, the grant proceeds in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $963,000 and the loan or Bond pro­ ceeds in the aggregate principal amount of $804,000 will be released and delivered to the Village pursuant to draws against such funds during construction and acquisition of the project. Commencing with the issuance of the Bonds, the Village Treasurer, or his or her appointee, will execute a Certificate of Partial Delivery and Payment and he or she will also inscribe his or her initials on Schedule II attached to the appropriate Bond to acknowledge receipt and acceptance of the amount of the draw. Thereafter the Village Treasurer will complete and execute an "Estimate of Funds Needed for a Thirty (30) Day Period," Form 440-11 (“the Estimate of Funds Needed") period­ ically requesting additional funds. In the event the United States provides for an electronic fund transfer of draws, the Village shall deliver the executed Estimate of Funds Needed by mail or facsimile transmission to the United States, after which the appropriate funds will be transferred electronically to the account of the Village. Prior to delivery of a final bond opinion, the Village and the United States shall certify to each other and to Bond Counsel the total aggregate amount of grant and loan proceeds to have been drawn. 36. Effective Date. This Bond Resolution is hereby determined by the Village Council to be immediately necessary for the preservation of the peace, health and safety of the Village and shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law. YEAS: Kirk, Betts, Harris, Kellogg, Sheldon, Wheeler, Dunham NAYS: None Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, at a regular meet­ ing held on October 25, 2001, and that public notice of the meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended. I further certify that this Bond Resolution has been recorded in the record books of the Village. DATE: October 25, 2001 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk EXHIBIT A UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM USA REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2001 (LTGO SECOND LIEN BONDS) Interest Rate 4.75% Registered Owner: United States of America Principal Amount: Eight Hundred Four Thousand Dollars ($804,000) The Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, for value received, hereby promises to pay to the Registered Owner specified above, or registered assigns, out of the net revenues of the Water Supply System of the Village, including all appurtenances, additions, extensions and improvements thereto, and if necessary from the general fund of the Village, subject to the constitutional and statutory limitations on the tax­ ing power of the Village, the Principal Amount specified above, in the Amounts and on the Dates of Maturity as set forth on Schedule I attached hereto, together with interest thereon from the dates of receipt of such principal amounts, or such later date to which interest has been paid, until paid, at the Interest Rate per annum specified above, payable semi-annually on the first day of April and October of each year, commencing on April 1, 2002, until the Principal Amount hereof and interest thereon is paid. Principal of this Bond is payable in lawful money of the United States of America to the United States of America. Interest on this Bond shall be paid by check or draft mailed to the Registered Owner at the address shown on the registration books of the Transfer Agent or by Preauthorized Debit (PAD) as of the fifteenth (15th) day of the month preceding such interest payment date. For the prompt payment of principal of and interest on this Bond, the revenues of the Water Supply System of the Village, including all appurtenances, additions, extensions and improvements, less reasonable expenses of operation, admin­ istration and maintenance and less the requirements of the out­ standing Water Supply System Refunding Bonds, Series 1998 dated March 1, 1998 (the “1998 Bonds"), are hereby irrevoca­ bly pledged and a statutory lien thereon is hereby created, which is a second lien subject only to the prior lien in favor of the 1998 Bonds and any bonds of equal standing with the 1998 Bonds hereafter issued. This second lien is of equal standing and priority with the Village’s Water Supply System DWRF Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds). This Bond is the total authorized series of bonds of even date and like tenor, except as to date of maturity, aggregating the principal sum of $804,000 issued pursuant to a Resolution duly adopted by the Village on October25, 2001, and under and in substantial compliance with the Constitution and Statutes of the State of Michigan, including specifically Act 94 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1933, as amended, for the purpose of defraying part of the cost of acquiring, constructing and improv­ ing the Water Supply System facilities of the Village, together with the necessary appurtenances, attachments and equipment related thereto. For a complete statement of the revenues from which, and the conditions under which, this Bond is payable, a statement of the conditions under which additional bonds of equal standing may hereafter be issued, and the general covenants and provisions pursuant to which this Bond is issued, reference is made to the above described Resolution. While the Bonds of this series are held by the United States of America, they shall not be defeased without the prior written consent of the United States of America. The Bonds shall be subject redemption prior to maturity at any time, at the option of the Village and in whole or in part in such order as the Village may designate, on any one or more interest payment dates, at the par value thereof and accured interest to the date fixed for redemption, without a premium. on the registration books kept by the Paying Agent, and such registration noted hereon and thereafter no transfer shall be valid unless made upon the registration books and likewise noted hereon. This Bond shall be registered in the name of the United States of America on the registration books kept by the Paying Agent, and such registration noted hereon and thereafter no transfer shall be valid unless made upon the registration books and like­ wise noted hereon. This Bond is payable, both as to principal and interest, first from the net revenues of the Water Supply System of the Village. The principal of and interest on this Bond are secured by the statutory lien hereinbefore mentioned. This Bond is also secured by the limited tax, full faith and credit, general obliga­ tion pledge of the Village subject to constitutional and statutory tax limitations on the taxing power of the Village. The Village hereby covenants and agrees to fix and maintain, at all times while any of such Bonds shall be outstanding, such rates for service furnished by the Water Supply System as shall be sufficient to provide for payment of the principal of and inter­ est upon all such Bonds as and when the same become due and payable, and to create a Second Lien Bond Interest and Redemption Fund (including a Second Lien Bond Reserve Fund) therefor, to provide for the payment of expenses of administration and operation and such expenses for mainte­ nance of the system as are necessary to preserve the same in good repair and working order, and to provide for such other expenditures and funds for the system as are required by the Resolution. The Village has designated the Water Supply System USA Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds) as qualified tax-exempt obligations for purposes of Section 265(b)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amend­ ed. It is hereby certified and recited that all acts, conditions and things required by law precedent to and in the issuance of this Bond and the series of Bonds of which this is one have been done and performed in regular and due time and form as required by law. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, by its Village Council has caused this Bond to be signed in the name of the Village by the manual or facsimile signature of its Village President and its Village Clerk, all as of the____day of November, 2001. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE By Frank Dunham Its: President Countersigned: , Village Clerk CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION AND AUTHENTICATION This Bond represents the total authorized issue of the Village of Nashville Water Supply System USA Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (LTGO Second Lien Bonds) in the principal amount of $804,000, and has been registered in the name of the Registered Owner designated on the face hereof in the bond register maintained for the Village of Nashville. Lois J. Elliston, Village Treasurer As Paying Agent/Bond Registrar/Transfer Agent D , 2001 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 10 Newest items from the Vermontville Twp. Library The library has purchased several new non-fiction series for children. These were made available through support from Chester Township. The new additions include: Make It Work! The hands-on approach to histo­ ry series combines history with crafts, costuming, and other interactive activities. Titles include: Old Japan, Artic Peoples, the Roman Empire, North American Indians, Stone Age People, and Ancient Egypt. The World Book Encyclo­ pedia of Science, an eight­ volume set includes: Phy­ sics, Astronomy, Chemistry, The Plant World, The Planet Earth, The Human Body, The Animal World, Men and Women of Science, and an interactive CD-rom. The Ladders Series, a col­ lection of encyclopedia sub­ jects for young children includes: Tough Trucks, My Body, Rain Forest Animals, Under the Sea, Weather, Animal Homes, Wild Ani­ mals, On the Move. Also added are: I can do it! Gardening, by Ivan Bulloch, World Book Ani­ mal Atlas, by Claire Llewellyn, World Book Wonders ofthe World Atlas, by Nell Morris. We have also expanded the Major World Nations series to include: India, Japan, Libya, West Bank, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Syria, Rwanda, Pak­ istan and Nicaragua. New Videos: Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, What Women Want, Cats and Dogs, Spy Kids, Serpent and the Rainbow, Arthur’s Scary Stories, Doctor Doolittle 2, Star Trek: Insurrection. Junior Fiction: Curious George Goes to a Costume Party, by Margaret Rey, Cowboy Sam and those Con­ founded Secrets, by Kitty Griffin, My World: A com­ panion to Goodnight Moon, by Margaret Wise Brown, Taggerung: A Tale from Redwall, by Brian Jacques, A Series of Unfortunate Events: The Hostile Hos­ pital, by Lemony Snicketts, Dawson’s Creek: Mysterious Boarder, by Liz Tigelaar, The Lord of the Rings, Two Towers, and Return of the King, by J.R. Tolkien, When Good Ghouls Go Bad, by R.L. Stine, Saddle Club: Stray Horse, by Bonnie Bryant, Sweet Valley High Senior Year: Stay or Go, by Francine Pascal, Nightmare Room: Scare School, by R.L. Stine, Full House Stephanie: Rumor Has It, by Kathy Clark, Because of Winn-Dixie, by Kate DiCamillo, the Chocolate War, by Robert Cormier, Garfield Gets Cookin’, by Jim Davis, Caleb’s Story, by Patricia MacLachlan, The Complete Adventure of Curious Geo­ rge, by Margret and H.A. ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS It is time to think about the general village election that will be held on March 11, 2002. For those res­ idents interested in serving as a Nashville village official, the following positions will be on the ballot: Village President - 2 year term Council Members - 2 year terms 1 Council Member -1 year term Eligibility: Must be a resident and a regis­ tered voter in the village. Nominating petitions can be obtained at 206 N. Main, 852-954.4, anytime during regular business hours 9am to 5pm weekdays. The deadline for fil­ ing petitions with the clerk is November 27, 2001, before 4:00 p.m. Cathy lentz Interim Village Clerk Rey, D.W.’s Library Card, by Marc Brown, What’s Wrong with Timmy?, by Maria Shriver, Ruby’s Potty, by Paul and Emma Rogers, Mr. Lincoln’s. Way, by Patricia Polacco. Junior ’ Non-Fiction: Nat­ ional Geographic Student Atlas of the World, Seeds, Stems, and Stamens: The Ways Plants Fit into Their World, by Susan E. Good­ man, Celebrating Ramadan, by Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith, 1621: A New Look at Thanksgiving, by Catherine O’Neill Grace, Scholastic Encyclopedia ofAnimals, by Laurence Pringle, World Book Encyclopedia Presents Science Fairs Ideas and Activities, Meltdown: A Race Against Nuclear Disaster at Three Mile Island, by Wilborn Hampton. Adult Fiction: Peace Like a River, by LeifEnger, Envy, by Sandra Brown, Black House, by Stephen King, The Blue Last, by Martha Grimes, Fatal Voyage, by Kathy Reichs, A Bend in the Road, by Nicholas Sparks, The Associate, by Phillip Margolin, Patches of God­ light: Father Tim’s Favorite Quotes, by Jan Karon, The Last Vampire, by Whitley Streiber, Paradise Lost, by J.A. Jance, Hometown Leg­ end, by Jerry B. Jenkins, Money, Money, Money,- by Ed McBain, The Surgeon, Tess Gerritsen, battletech: Patriots and Tyrants, by Loren Coleman, Rose, Jade, Honey, and Ino the Garden, by VC. Andrews, Dark Portal, by Robin Jarvis, Longarm and the Gunshot Gang, by Tabor Evans, Carousel, by Richard Evans, Hidden Places; by Lynn Austin, Sarah, • by Orson Scott Card, First Time, by Joy Fielding, Third Option, by Vince Flynn, From the Dust Returned, by Ray Bradbury, Death in Paradise, by Robert B. Parker, Isle of Dogs, by Patricia Cornwell, The Sigma Protocol, by Robert Lundlum, The Archer’s Tale, by Bernard Cornwell, Total Recall, by Safa Paretsky, The Good German, by Joseph Kanon, Blood and Gold, by Anne Rice, Smoke Jumper, by Nicholas Evans, The Family, Continued next column AmeriGas PROPANE Pre-season New Customer special Switch to AmeriGas now and get these great benefits... • Guaranteed Price • Senior Discount • Free Installation AmeriGas 1-800-374-3929 7220 Saddlebag Lake Road Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 5 Class of 2001 gives gift There is new landscaping outside the new gym entrance at Maple Valley High School. The graduating class of last year had money left over in its class fund and donated it towards the landscaping which was done by Kent Hamilton Black Dirt Plus. Engagements Showalter-Hamilton Steven Showalter of Lans­ ing and Cindy Shaffer of Crystal, along with Steve and Lynette Hamilton of Hastings are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their children Tina Marie Showalter to Craig Steven Hamilton. Tina is a 1996 graduate of Lansing Eastern High School and a 1999 graduate of Lansing Community Col­ Rollins-Bansemer lege. She is employed at Ten­ Larry and Rae Rollins of dercare of Hastings as a Nashville are pleased to an­ nurse. Craig is a 1994 graduate of nounce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Maple Valley High School Marie Rollins to Ryan and is employed at Barry Robert Bansemer, son of County Road Commission. Rolf and Marie Bansemer of Tipton. Heather is a 1996 graduate Spears-Fairfield of Maple Valley. She at­ Fred and Kathy Spears of tended Ferris State Univer­ sity and Kellogg Community Nashville are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of College. Ryan is a 1995 graduate of their daughter Dawn Louise Tecumseh. He attended to Kurt Alan Fairfield, the Western Michigan Univer- son of Bill and Marsha Fairsity and Ferris State Univer- field ofLaingsburg. A wedding date ofFeb. 16, sity. He is presently serving in the Army National Guard, 2002 has been planned. and is employed by Ameritech. A Feb. 16, 2002 wedding is planned. After a January 2002 wed­ ding in Key West Florida, the couple will reside at their home in Nashville. From previous column by Mario Puzo, The Christmas Box Miracle, by Richard Paul Evans, Dune: House Corrino, by Brian Herbert, Coldheart Canyon, by Clive Barker, Tell Me No Lies, by Elizabeth Lowell, The Jerusalem Scrolls, by Brodie and Brock Thoene, The World Below, by Sue Miller. Adult Non-Fiction: It’s Not About the Bike, by Lance Armstrong, Heavier than Heaven: A Biography of Kurt Cobain, by Charles Cross, North American Road Atlas, by AAA, Mister Rogers’ Play Time: Encourage Your Child to Create, Explore, and Pretend with Dozen’s of Easy-to-Do Activities, by Fred Rogers. Call 945-9554 for classified 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. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 13, 2001 - Page 11 Police officer unable to work due to injuries Hastings man sentenced to one year in jail for drunk driving by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Saying he never thought he would be in a court room as a victim, Eaton County Sheriffs Detective Matt Houchlei entered Barry County Circuit Court Thursday on crutches and told convicted drunk driver Lloyd Smith how his ac­ tions changed his life for­ ever. "Now, Judge (James) Fisher is going to change your life because of your actions," said Houchlei, still recovering from his in­ juries. "I have no sympa­ thy. My life and my fami­ ly's life stopped bfcing normal on July 9. You gave me nothing but pain and suffering that I will never forget." Houchlei was a pedes­ trian alongside M-79 in Castleton Township when Smith, 45, of Hastings, struck him with his motor­ cycle after a day of heavy drinking. "He came over the hill at 80 mph," said Tina Houchlei, who said she and her husband were col­ lecting roadside rubbish when he was struck. After the crash, Smith reportedly asked police "why was that man in the middle of the road?" Houchlei nearly lost his left leg and spent one month in a hospital. He will be unable to return to work for another year, he told the court. Smith registered a .20 percent bodily alcohol content after the crash and pleaded no contest to one count of operating a vehi­ cle under the influence of alcohol causing incapaci­ tating injury. He was sentenced Thursday to serve one year in jail with work release, five years on probation and was ordered to pay $3,000 court costs and a $1,000 fine. "In my career, I've seen thousands of Lloyd Smiths," Houchlei said. "I doubt anything either the court or I could say to Mr. Smith would make him feel at all responsible for his decision to drink and drive that day." Smith has not shown remorse "or come close to what might resemble an apology of any measure of acceptance of responsibil­ ity," Barry County Prose­ cutor Gordon Shane Mc­ Neill said. "He wants sym­ pathy for his wrist, for him having to miss some days at work? Mr. Smith is not going to prison because of Det. Houchlei and his fam­ ily and their ability to for­ give." Houchlei. is still under­ going rehabilitation and does not know if he will ever be able to walk un­ aided again. "You have absolutely no way of knowing all that you have altered with your decision to drink and drive," said Houchlei to Smith in court. Houchlei explained nu­ merous, ways his family has had to adapt to his in­ jury. He noted that his wife takes care of him full time and their financial support Three teens found with stolen property Three Battle Creek teens were charged with possession of burglary tools and receiving and concealing stolen property after Michigan State Po­ lice Trooper John Hofmeister stopped their car in Castleton Township near Nashville Nov. 3 for hav­ ing a broken tail light. "The trooper saw a lot of tools on the floor board of the car and when he be­ came suspicious and be­ gan interviewing them, he got different stories," said Trooper Sandra Larsen. Items found the car had been reported missing by a Lowell body shop and by victims of car larcenies that occurred at a car pool lot near Alden Nash and I­ 96 in Kent County. The stolen items recov­ ered by Hofmeister in­ cluded car radios, stereos, an amplifier, a radar de­ tector, compact disks, a speaker, tools and tool boxes. "We have reason to believe they're involved in other crimes," said Larsen. Vermontville woman killed in crash A 50-year-old Vermontville woman lost her life in a car accident at the intersection of Lawrency Highway and Ionia Road last Thursday at 10:32 a.m. Dian Treloar was travel­ ing south on Ionia Road, where she ran a stop sign at Lawrence Highway and was struck by an east­ bound semi-truck, officials at the Eaton County Sher­ iffs Department reported. After striking the car, the semi left the roadway and struck the back porch of an unoccupied house on the south side of the inter­ section. The semi was car­ rying hazardous chemicals used in manufacturing plastic, said authorities. The cargo remained intact. The driver, a 64-year-old man from Elkhart, Ind., was treated and released at Hayes Green Beech Hospital in Charlotte for minor injuries. of their son's college en­ deavors ceased, along with their ability to meet the extra curricular needs of their two daughters. "There is no way to try to explain the impact of Mr. Smith's actions in words the court can under­ stand," Houchlei said. "I continue to hear that Mr. Smith still doesn't feel en­ tirely responsible for this event. If I had been a child on a. bike or an elderly person out for a walk, would it have made any difference to you?" But according to defense attorney James Goulooze, Smith is "not a monster," said Goulooze. "He will think about those words the rest of his life. . "I think he's truly awak­ ening to what has really occurred and the impact on the Houchlei family," said Goulooze. "He's prob­ ably not the most expres­ sive person, but I can as­ sure you, he is remorseful, as time will tell." Smith offered a brief apology for what occurred. "I'm sorry this hap­ pened," he said. "My conclusion is that the only thing you're sorry about is that you're stand­ ing here," said Fisher. "If I were in Mr. Houchlei's shoes, I'd be asking the court to put you in prison." Fisher went on to note that "I can think of rather expressive terms and I'm sure the people in the courtroom can think of those same words to day about someone who would drive with a bodily alcohol content of .20 percent." The judge called it "dis­ turbing" that Smith blames Houchlei for being in front of his motorcycle. "You should be thankful you're not headed to prison today," said Fisher. "I'd be within my rights to send you to prison." McNeill had asked the court to impose a five month jail sentence with­ out work release unless Smith establishes an im­ mediate payment schedule to being payment for outof-pocket restitution to the victim and his family. But because Fisher planned to impose a longer jail sentence, Smith had the opportunity to with­ draw his no contest plea and stand trial on the charge. Smith accepted the sen­ tence and did not withdraw his plea. As part of his sentence, Smith was ordered to have no contact with Houchlei or his family, to attend Al­ coholics Anonymous two times per week and to in­ stall a breathalyzer unit in his home at his own ex­ pense. "You are to monitor your bodily alcohol content as directed by your probation agent," Fisher told Smith. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several FOR SALE: Just in time for banks, they are eager to sell winter. '98 GMC Jimmy 4x4; homes they have repos repos-­ copper metallic outside sessed. No application fee if with tan leather inside, full you mention this ad. 1-800­ power and just about all the 466-0461 opitions, 4 door, automatic, NationalAds 81,000 miles. Excellent con­ dition. Call (616)948-4328 af­ ELECT RICIAN/TRAINter 5:00pm weekday and EES- To 20.50/hr + benefits. anytime on weekends. (Permanent apprenticeships) $15,000 firm. Entry/skilled level. Needed Now. (616)949-2424 Jobline Card of Thanks Fee. THE FAMILY OF HOMEWORKERS NEED­ Keith L McMillen ED: $635 weekly processing would like to thank all their mail. Easy! No experience friends, neighbors and co­ needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 workers for the heart warm­ Ext.5085 24hrs. ing calls, cards and expres­ sions of love that have been PACKAGING/LINE COgiven to us on the loss of our ORDINATOR- To 14/hr + husband and father. Thank benefits. (2) shifts. Major Loyou to Tender Care of Hast­ cal Plants. Entry Level. ings for your care and devo­ (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. tion. And a special thank PATROL OFFICE (AIR­ you to Pastor Tim Perrin of PORT)- To 14.26/hr + bene­ Zion Lutheran for the won­ fits. Entry Level. Full/part derful memorial services. time. Needed now. (616)949 (616)949-­ May God Bless and 2424 Jobline. protect'you all. Wife Alice and family. SNACK ROUTE DRIVERTo 19.23/hr + benefits. For Sale (Small Van) Major Co. Train­ AVON OPEN HOUSE: No­ ing Provided. Lots of hours. vember 17th & 18th, l-5pm. Start now. (616)949-2424 Job­ Bring a friend & receive a line. free sample and 10% off 1st WAREHOUSE/STOCKERorder. 7402 Round Lake Rd., (BEER DISTRIBUTOR)- To Vermontville. (517)726-1622 14.42/hr + benefits. (Perma­ nent) Great Advancement CARPET. OATMEAL BER­ potential. Hi-Lo exp. at BER. 120 yards. Bought new, (616)949-2424 Jobline. still in plastic. $1500 new. Sell $575/best. 1(517)204­ 0600. Automotive CHINA CABINET, curved glass doors, mirrored back, glass shelves, $350. Office chair, oak, caned set and back, swivel base, $365. Ru­ by shade hall light antique, $70. Oak end table with fancy metal trim, $85. Call (616)945-4505 for more infor­ mation. KING AMISH LOG bed. Matteress set w/head, foot board. Bought new, never used. (2 mo.) Cost $1,200. Sell $250.1(517)626-7089. QUEEN LOG BED. Amish cedar bed w/luxury firm mattress's. (2 mo.) Cost $900. Sell $185.1(517)626-7089 XEROX MODEL 1090 COP­ IER: $500 obo. Needs serv­ ice. Call Walt, (616)945-9554. ANIMAL CARE/KENNEL WORKER- To 10.57/hr. Many Types. Entry/skilled level. Must love pets. (616)949-2424 Jobline. Real Estate RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1/2 baths. Located on a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 Wanted WANTED STANDING TIMBER: Harvest time is here, don't forget that your wood lot is also a crop. Call today for select cutting advice. Use Horses or skidder. (517)852-0629 or (517)580­ 6674. Help Wanted SEASONAL HELP WANT­ ED: Salvation Army Christmas bell ringers. Apply att Love Inc. M-F, 10am-2pm. 305 S. Michigan, Hastings, MI. Flexible days and hours, (616)948-9555. Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. For Rent NICE 1BD apartments for rent, Nashville. References, (517)852-0852. DIVORCE ■ CUSTODY Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPtiiilips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-945-3512 SPACE 05578126 Mobile Homes 1999 FAIRMONT 16X80 mobile home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, fireplace, central air. 10x24 deck, all appliances in­ cluded. Located in Thomapple Lake Estates. Relocating looking for someone to buy or take over payments. Call (517)852-1994 or (517)628­ 3184 please leave message. REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Units 10x10,10x15,10x20 ~ Opening end ofNovember ~ Make Your Reservation NOW! can 616-374-1200 Located with M66 Tire 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Road (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml m66tire@voyager.net M-66 Tire nextOSI N E T W O R K ’W Complete installation and activation a $150 value. W 3 TO BE GIVEN AWAY FREE! ■ PLUS, MANY OTHER SPECIALS FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER. 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, MI 4884-9 m66tire@voyager.net �The Maple VaHev News. Nashville, Tuesday, November 13,2001 - Page 12 Varsity eagers begin district play Wednesday The Maple Valley varsity girls' basketball team drew a first-round bye in the district playoffs. The Lions await the win­ ner of last night's contest between Dansville and Wayland. The results ofthat game were not available by press time. Maple Valley faces the victor on Wednesday at 7:45. All district games are held at Leslie. The Lions barreled into the playoffs with an 81-64 triumph over Webberville on Parent's Night at Maple Valley on Friday night. Two dominant quarters were the difference for the Lions. Down 15-10 after one quarter, the Lions exploded for 29 points in the second to take a 39-28 lead into the break. Webberville chipped a point off that lead in the third, but Maple Valley ran away in the fourth with 26 points. The Lions got scoring from eight different players, four of whom hit double­ figures. Stefanie Joostberns led the Lions with 22 points. Megan Garvey and Sarah Cook flirted with triple­ doubles on the night. Garvey had 20 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists, and Cook scored 19, pulled down 10 boards and had nine assists. Jessie Grant scored 10 for the Lions and made seven steals. Maple Valley also won a make-up game against Leslie on Nov. 5, 62-46. No less than 10 players scored for Maple Valley, led by Cook's 16 points. She also had seven rebounds and six steals. Joostberns added 14 points to go with five steals, and Akiyo Ueshima chipped in nine points. Mallory Craft scored 21 and pulled down 11 re­ bounds to pace Leslie. Youth Basketball The Maple Valley sev- enth-grade girls' basketball team finished its season with a record of 9-2. The young Lions avenged an earlier loss with a 27-23 win over Lansing Christian in their last game of the season. Team members were Kristen Hummel, Jessica Winegar, Alisha Felmlee, Amy Joostberns, Chelsea Shoemaker, Deserie Thomas, Keely McMillen, Chelsea Davis, Erica Hummell, Alaina Mater, Kayla Rodriguez, Kristen Vanzandt and Jessica Albert. Honor roll, from pg. 6 Joseph Desrochers, Krista Thomason, "Dhanielle Driksna, Dustin Drumm, Tobias, *Sarah Trumble, "Katie Eldred, Jessica *Sarah Vanderhoef, *Garrett Ellison, Kelsey Elliston, Vanengen, James Voelker, KortneyEwing,*Kevin *Brandi Walden, Lacey Fassett, Kelly Fox, Micheal Ward, * Rebekah Welch, 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Community Nov. 14 Furlong, "Andrew Gaber, "Ezekiel-Zeke Wieland, Room, Courts and Law Building. "Tara Gordenski, Nicholas *Salena Woodman, Amanda Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., MSU Extension Nov. 15 Grant, "Lisa Hamilton, Wright, Jamie Young. Office, Hastings. Kaitlyn Hammond, William 7th Grade Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Nov. 15 Hawblitz, Christina Hill, Thomas-Tj Bentley, Olivia Meeting, 6:30 p.m., MSU Extension Office. Stephanie Hoffman, Kristen Blakely, Reinhold BodenNov.17-18 4-H Horse Leader’s Horsemanship Safety Hole, Daniel Hough, "Erin muller, Katelyn Boss, Certification Training (Continued). Hummel, Dustin Jones, Trisha Carney, Jessica New Volunteer Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Commission ofAging Nov. 20 salad, mandarin oranges. Kalisha Jones, "Amanda Chaffee, Michael ChapExtension Office, Hastings. Hearty Meals Monday, Nov. 19 Ketchum, Jessica Lawless, man, Tyler Christensen, Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Wednesday, Nov. 14 Nov. 26 Peanut butter and jelly, Akok Malek, Oran McCaul­ Craig Clements, Nicole p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Salisbury steak, mashed marinated vegetables, apri­ Davis, Tiffany Deboer, ey, Jessica . McMillen, Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 pot/gravy, peas and carrots, cots, English muffin. Nov. 26 Amanda Mead, Dustin Mead Dustin Diamond, Christy p.m., HHS Cafeteria. dinner roll, pears. Tuesday, Nov. 20 Kristin Mead, Thomas Dietrick, "Amanda FeighPoultry Developmental Committee Meeting, Thursday, Nov. 15 Nov. 26 Cold chicken thigh, pea Miller, Brandon Montgom ­ ner, Alisha Felmlee, 7p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Spaghetti w/meatsauce. and peanut salad, pineapple, ery, Ryan Moore, Christo­ * Meghan Gaber, Linda Gale Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 p.m., asparagus, tossed salad, dinner roll. Nov. 26 pher Morris, Willie Murray, Breann Gardner, *Jarred HHS Cafeteria. spiced apples. Events Mathew Norton, Bethann Goris, Michael Hall, Amber Friday, Nov. 16 Wednesday, Nov. 14 Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during Platte, Amber Primm, Hamilton, Joel Hewlett, Pork chop, broccoli auHastings, crafts; Nashville, lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 rioon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther Michael Rhodes, * Tessa *Creedence Hoffman, David gratin, squash, stuffing Country Strings; Woodland, notice. Robles, Christopher Rood, Hough, "Kristen Hummel, w/gravy, pudding. Guardianship, blood pres­ Kyndra Root, Heather *Erika Hummell, *Mary Monday, Nov. 19 sure day; Delton, puzzle day. Ruffner,David Shaver li, Jewell, Abby Johnson, Baked chicken, baked Thursday, Nov. 15- Hast­ Kailey Smith, "Nathanael *Amy Joostberns, Rebecca beans, California blend, sea­ ings, music, Don Harland; Smith, Elizabeth Soto, Justin Kent, Karrie Kesler, Kenny Applications are now being accepted for a full-time soned rice, fresh apple. Nashville, bingo; Delton, Starks, Amy Strickland, Kienutske, Justine King, Dietary Cook. Must be available to work scheduled 2nd Tuesday, Nov. 20 Day of Sharing. Andrea Szymanski, Shawna *Lucas *Lucas Knox, Knox, *Alaina shifts between the houfs of 11:30 am & 8:30 pm and BBQ Ribette, scalloped Friday, Nov. 16 Tevelde, Tiffany Thomas, Mater, Samantha May, Justin scheduled weekends. Institutional or restaurant cook­ potatoes, spinach, dinner Hastings, bingo; Nashville, "Laura Trumble, Ryan McMillen, Keely McMillon, ing experience required. Further on-site training pro­ roll, peaches. birthday party; Woodland, Vanzandt, z , "Chase se Walden, e, *Darcy Darcy Meade, Cody Montvided. Rates from $9.64 to $11.23 based on experience, Day of Sharing. Carmen Wells, Bethany gomery, Patrick Mulvany, with benefits available. If quality service in a healthcare Lite Menu Monday, Nov. 19 - Line Wenger, Nichole Whelpley, Tyler O’Dell, Amanda Pasch setting is your desire, apply in person at Thomapple Wednesday, Nov. 14 Dancing, Music, Harland; Lacey Wiser, "Jonathan Kyle Pash, Kayla Rodriguez, Manor. For additional information call (616) 945-2407 California Reuben, Nashville, Day of Sharing; Yenger, "Tarah Yenger. Kayla Rogers, Brandon x511. Interviewing to begin on November 20th. Spanish bean salad, plums, Woodland, Day of Thanks; 8th Grade Rood, Hillary Ruffner, rye crackers. Delton, Day ofThanks. Fawn Allwardt, HerbertNicole Rugg, Samantha cQibrnapple Thursday, Nov. 15 Tuesday, Nov. 20 Levi Andler, "David Ben-Rugg, Stephanie Rugg, Tuna pasta salad, sweet Hastings, Foot Care 9-11, edict, "Kayleigh Browne, Christopher Rumsey, Michand sour carrots, fruit par­ Sing-a-Long, Alz. Meeting Jessica Brzycki-Stambaugh, elle Scramlin, Mary Secord, fait. 1-3; Nashville, Grandma’s Joshua Bursley, Andrea Chelsea Shoemaker, Evan Friday, Nov. 16 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, Ml 49058 • EOE Kids, 12:30-1:30. Cobb, Andi Cohoon, "Stacie Smith, John Specht, Desiree Chef’s salad, macaroni Cook, Kimberly Craven, Thomas, April Tomich, Croff, Nicholas Brent Felicia Tomich, Kristen Cummings, "Jenna Denton, Vanzandt, *Brooke Varney, Amber Edinger, "Jennifer Courtney Wheeler, Sarah Beef [. or Hot & Spicy Ellison, Janelie Famum, Williams, Max Wilson, stew: Bulk Wampler Shamarr Gearhart, Jamie ■"Jessica Winegar. Self-Basting Meat Sausage Gilbert, Matthew Gordeneer Randa Hanes, Christopher PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ Hoffman, Joseph James, paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act Andrea Jarvie, Meghan and the Michigan Civil 'Rights Act sssssa which collectively make it illegal to Keasler, Drew Kersjes, advertise “any preference, limitation or Lindsey Kersjes, "Amanda discrimination based on race, color, reli­ Boneless Pork gion, sex, handicap, familial status, Kirchhoff, Keith LackPork Chicken national origin; age or martial status, or Butt an intention, to make any such prefer­ scheide, Daniel Laverty, Steak Steak Roast ence, limitation or discrimination.” Nickolas Litos, Cody Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal Morehouse, "Aaron Myers, custodians, pregnant women and people Adam Myers, Armindasecuring custody of children under 18. lb This newspaper will not knowingly Mindy Newton, *Allison accept any advertising for real estate Oleson, Sara Pash, Leanne which is in violation of the law. Our 13-1/2 oz. 32 oz. Kraft Bareman’s 12 pk. or 40 oz. 29 oz. 34-37 oz. readers are hereby informed that all Paxton, Stephen Perry, Gallon 20 oz. 8 pk. Bruce dwellings advertised in this newspaper Libby Sara Lee Doritos Reg. or Light Samantha Pierce, Norman are available on an equal opportunity Miracle Pepsi Solid Homestyle basis. To report discrimination call the CUt Porter, Ian Raymond, Lynzie Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. Yams Pumpkin Pies The HUD toll-free telephone number Rigelman, Ashley Samann, 2/$299* for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ Shane Shance, Whitney 9275. Plus Dep. y Shilton, Evan Simms, Hudsonville ~Asst. Var. 8 oz. 1 lb. Tub 6 oz. 6 oz. Asst. Sizes Jonathon Stafford, Jarrod 1/2 gal. 29.4 oz. Asst. Reg. or Light Asst. Var. Mario Stuffed CALENDAR OF EVENTS COA MENU & EVENTS NOW HIRING AHolidcty I Salel ^urkeys 19 COOl f whip 99« Digorno Manz Pizzas Olives 2/«8®o 99* Stove Top Stuffing! 99«i SSSSSSSSS«S£SSSSSRggsmsSSSXSSSS.SSSgSSSSSSS3g I Can't .Believe fit's Not 99ft** ^ 'Butter gg£gsm!?.'WSyRSK^W’g Vermontville Grocery n f f UNITED WE SUED We Now Accept W.I.C. & EBT FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service We accept: Winter Store Hours: Mon.-Sat 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm • Prices good thru Saturday ...and other cards, too. Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-11-20.pdf 919e2058175fd3c696f56aeeb6ebc1f6 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST M5HN&S Ml 4N5tiM Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 47November 20, 2001 New computer program gets results at Maplewood by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The new Computer Cur­ riculum Course at Maple- wood is getting results, said teacher aide Patty Students in the CCC program work in short bursts on the computer practicing their reading and math skills. Patty Gardner, who teachers the new Computer Curriculum Course said she has seen big improvements in the students scores in the past two weeks. Gardner. The course, an innova­ tive way to help students with their reading and math skills is showing ma­ jor improvements in the time the course has been offered at the school, she said. Students come into the lab for 15-minute sessions on the computer. The computer program re­ sponds to their needs by lowering the difficulty to match their skills, then bringing the difficulty up to challenge the students. At the end of the ses­ sion, students and the teacher get a printout of scores, so the progress of each student is easily trackable. Already, said Gardner, the scores are going up. "I am really starting to see some improvements," she said. "They really like to come in for their ses­ sions, and they enjoy the program. I have had kids come in that are only do­ ing one session (reading or math) and they want to do the other session," "This is a great program because it gives an easy print out for teachers to share with the kids and their parents and gives the kids percentages and something to work for." This is the first year for the program at Maple Val­ ley. "In the past couple of weeks we have been see­ ing the best scores yet with the program," said Gardner. Nashville VFW Post dedicates monument A monument for all ser­ vice people serving in times of war and peace was dedicated in a cere­ mony on the lawn of Nashville VFW Post 8260 on Veteran's Day Sunday, Nov. 11. Those attending esti­ mate the crowd for the dedication to be between 75 and 100 people. The weather was a beautiful, crisp fall day. Guest speaker VFW State Department Head­ quarters Judge Advocate Roger Samuels gave a pa­ triotic speech and im­ plored the crowd to stand behind the president in light of the recent attacks on the U.S. He told every­ one that this was another time in history the people in the U.S. had to stand to­ gether to fight for the American way of life. VFW District 8 Com­ mander Marty Mieras also spoke and bid the Marines "happy birthday." Prayer and a moment of silence was held for the victims of the Sept. 11 ter­ rorist attacks, before the formal dedication of the monument. Also participating in the ceremony were Comman- der Spark Ashley, Chap­ lain Mike Allen, Colors, Gordy Reid, Richard Burd, Mike Hause, Bud Rost, from the Ladies Auxiliary, Joan Boehmer, Colors, Vickie Reid, Gloria Spidel, and the rifle squad Art Plaunt, K. Rathburn, Howard Allen, Rip Ripley, Harry Plank, Joe Rangnette, Jay Bruce and Ernie Rice. The monument dedicated at the veteran's Day ceremony for Nashville VFW Post 8260 honors all those who have served in times of war and peace. In This Issue • Nashville man gets jail, probation in assault and battery COA input meetings attract small crowd Maple Valley News’ Annual Coloring Contest • Officer nabs drunk driver in foot pursuit VFW members stand by the monument as special speaker Roger Samuels, (far right) a VFW State Headquarters Judge Advocate talks to the crowd, (photo provided) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Monday. November 20, 2001 - Page 2 PHOTO Coats for Kids project Center returning to area schools Get your Fall Color Tour photos processed by experts Top Quality Processing - FAST! Vie want you to get the best color reproduction available from your families’ photographs 35mm Film Processing NE HOUR SERVICE Same Day or Next Day 24 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT 35MM0RAPS DOUBLE PRINTS 1-Hour Service additional one NOW ONLY... with original processing 4x6 prints only panoramic APS Processing 4x6 Send us your photos from floppy disk, CD or via email to: acp@voyager.net 25 EXPOSURE SINGLE SET INCLUDES INDEX PRINT Panoramic prints additional We can give you 4x6 standard color prints $4.00 download + 500 per print Custom Rubber Stamps Self-Inking • Made to order Check ourprices! Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) STOP OUT TODAY! NOWAVAILABLE! 1 COLOR TO 4 COLOR WIDE X NECESSARY Great for in-store sales, anniversaries, birthdays & more! NEED COPIES? Make Printing Plus your copy headquarters! Color or B&W Copies Check Our Prices! Check out all our Special Services: • Color Copies • Folding & Laminating • Collating Back & White Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 616.945.9105 need. A Now’s the time to order your Holiday Greetings! Full Color Personalized Post Cards or Greeting Cards 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings Coat collection is going good at Maplewood School, and parents and residents are reminded that if they want to donate a coat they can be dropped off at any school in the district and go to someone in School Lunch Menus Just in time for Halloween... Full Color Personalized Post Cards! 43” by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Coats for Kids pro­ gram is continuing at all the schools in the district, said organizer and Maple­ wood teacher Bob Smith. The program is collect­ ing coats to pass on to children (and adults) who do not have a coat for the season. Accepted at each school are not only clean coats in good condition, but also hats, mittens, scarves and snow pants. The winter wear is recycled through­ out the area. Smith said the program is a great way to recycle coats and really benefits the community. "We will be collecting for a bit more," he said. Smith said he was not sure if every school had a bin for coats, but coats could be brought in to the school and would be col­ lected. Maplewood has already collected a significant number of coats, said Smith. For more information about donating or receiv­ ing a coat, Smith can be contacted at Maplewood school at (517) 726-0600. . . Gray earn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 Lunch Menus Wednesday, Nov. 21 Nachos, carrot sticks, pear slices, cookie, 1/2 pt milk. Thursday, Nov. 22 Happy Thanksgiving. Friday, Nov. 23 No School. Day after Thanksgiving. Monday, Nov. 26 Hot pocket, whole kernel com, orange push-up, chur­ ro, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 27 Cheesie bread sticks, green beans, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 21 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 22 Happy Thanksgiving. Friday, Nov. 23 Nashville man gets jail, probation in assault and battery Jeffrey Sebastian, 32, of Nashville, was sentenced recently in Barry County Circuit Court to serve 45 days in jail, two years in probation and to attend a domestic violence program on his conviction of as­ sault and battery. Sebastian pleaded no contest to the charge in exchange for charges of assault with a dangerous weapon (automobile) and reckless driving charges being dismissed. The offense occurred May 28 in Castleton Township. "The defendant wanted to kick (victim's) butt and when he couldn't get to him, he drove like a ma­ niac to get to him," said Evans. "It's patently obvi­ ous what happened here. I don't know who he's trying to fool." "It's a serious situation you got yourself involved in and you're lucky no one was hurt seriously," said Fisher. "I'm particularly concerned about reports you've been abusive to your ex-wife and child in the past." He was also ordered to pay $1,000 in court costs within 60 days and the last 30 days of his jail sentence will be suspended if he is successful on proba­ tion. He was also granted work release and to enroll in batterer's group counsel­ ing as soon as possible. No school. Day after Thanksgiving. Monday, Nov. 26 Choose One - Double dogs, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel com, orange push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 27 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203 945-2243 ____ $4.50 Kids all shows____ $4.75 DAILY Matlneet til 6pm 5 Seniors $5.00 Student! A Late Show Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon - Thurs Unlimited Fr— Drink R«flll» Stadium Seating Gives An Unobstructed View YOU ITHE GIFT OF MOVIESJL $10 Book Plus $1 Free yf CIFT CERTIFICATES $20 Book Plus $2 Free SHOWTIMES 11/20-11/22 O HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE (PG) 2 PRINTS/ 2 SCREENS oiciTAi/inoiuM seatimc 12:00, 1:20, 3:00, 4:15, 6: 10, 7:10, 9:05, 10:00 O SHALLOW HAL (PG-13) 11:50, 2:15, 4:30, 7:00, 9:20 MONSTERS, INC. (G) 11:00, 1:00, 3:20, 5:30, 7: 40. 9:45 I 20oz.DRiNK I with $1.50 (1/2 price । of 4602. bag of butte TW one per ad • Hastings 4 ■ ■ WWW.CQTI.COM B 1 H �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, November 20, 2001 - Page 3 ‘Bridges' program takes off in local elementaries Kirchhoff said each stu­ dent is assessed and this shows the areas they are challenged in and how it affects their school work. "Training started in the beginning of the year, so a lot of it has been getting around with everything and now we are really actively working with the program. We are in full swing now." Kirchhoff said parent support for the program has been great. The response has been overwhelming. The kids know this is their lab, they know there are no grades, they know what to do when they are here and most important they like to Nicole Woodman (from left), Chris Brodock, and Cierra Royston juggle and work on their balancing skills during their Bridges session. by Shawna Hubbarth Nicole Woodman balances across the walking board for the Bridges Program. Staff Writer A new program at both Fuller and Maplewood el­ ementary schools that works on intellect and sen­ sory motor integration is taking off, said teacher Karen Kirchhoff. Kirchhoff teaches the program at Maplewood, with the help of Jesse Cook, an assistant. The program, called Bridges, starts with three hours of cognitive and sen­ sory assessment. Teachers enter the information onto the computer and the computer prints out per­ sonalized programs for the students, she said. "The kids come in for ninety minutes a week for 45-minute sessions, and we also have an active af­ ter school session. One third of the time is spent working in a booklet for focusing skills and two thirds of the time is spent on various excersises like the balance and walking board." be here." Kirchhoff said more than 40 schools in Michigan have instituted the program. "It has been so success­ ful they have had to move a consultant here to Michigan." "We are very happy with the program, and we really are starting to see it work." The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Comer of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road 1-517-852-9481 Your homeowners policy comes with something extra ... eal people. Hometown people who will help y°u through the details of buying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to help—in good times and in bad—year after year. ^4uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Some­ one Special.” For information call 1­ 616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. 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 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. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 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) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................ 11 a.m. Church School .. :............ 10 a.m. Worship Service ............ 9:30 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School .............. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT Morning Celebration 0 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips SL, Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....... .......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service....... .......... 7 p.m: Wed. Service ......... ...7 p.m. Phone: (517) 852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Fellowship Time After Worship Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School .....................10 a.m. Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........................ 10:50 a.m. REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship ........................ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED ..METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 1 a.m. Sunday School Worship .......... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning _Prayer ................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, November 20, 2001 - Page 4 COA input meetings attract small crowds by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Attendance has been poor at the first two com­ munity input forums to discuss the future of the Barry County Commission on Aging. The sessions were held Monday, Nov. 12 at the Castleton Township Hall and at the Thornapple Township Hall on Nov. 8. The total of those in atten­ dance was just 13 at the two meetings combined. And several of those at­ tending the meetings have included county commis­ sioners Wayne Adams, Jim French and Tom Wilkinson. Wilkinson had circu­ lated a letter about the proposed purchase of the former Peace Community Church property in Hast­ ings for the COA. He raised questions about the renovation and mainte­ nance costs of keeping the building to the larger ques- Maple Valley High School Is Looking For Workers For Sporting Events They need ticket takers for most Jr. High and Freshman events. Scoreboard and scorebook keep­ ers for Jr. High Basketball and Volleyball. Wrestling needs a ticket taker for Sr. High and a scoreboard keeper for Jr. High. Ifyou work 4 sporting events you can receive a free pass to get into any sporting event at school, except for playoffs and fund raisers. For more information or to sign up call Sheila Dunn at 852-9275 David Medema tion of whether this cen­ tralized location will serve the needs of senior citi­ zens throughout the county. The current COA build­ ing in downtown Hastings is thought to be no longer adequate to meet the needs of clients. The agency has made it pub­ licly known it would like a new, larger and more ac- cessible home. There is some debate about housing just one COA facility in Hastings as opposed to having out­ reach centers in communi­ ties such as Nashville, Delton, Middleville and Freeport. This debate has prompted the community input sessions around the county. Wilkinson said he is concerned that few senior citizens are attending the meetings. "It could be that seniors are reluctant to travel after dark or that some find the distance from Hastings to Middleville and Nashville too far to travel," he said in a communication to a fellow commissioner. David Medema, the consultant running these informational meetings for the COA, said, "We wel­ come the contributions of senior citizens to these discussions. We would es­ pecially like to hear from some seniors who do not use the services offered by the COA. Medema told the audi­ ence at both meetings that their input would be kept confidential in his report to the COA. He begins the discussions with a list of draft questions, which in­ clude everything from the strengths and weaknesses of the COA, the most im­ portant services offered by the agency and ways to encourage support for the COA. Wilkinson asked some of these questions at the meetings. Medema said that the questions raised at the first two meetings are present­ ing challenges to the COA board which they are find­ ing valuable. "I encourage more senior citizens to attend these meetings." Medema said. A similiar meeting was held last night. Monday. Nov. 19. in the Baltimore Township Hall. The Delton meeting is tonight Tuesday. Nov. 20. at the Country View Apartments from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The final scheduled meeting will be from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the Barry County Courts and Law Building in Hastings. Refreshments are served at all the meetings. Phone the COA at 948-4856 for information and directions to the meeting. Parents sought at Maplewood Elementary for academic team Tailoring a Gift to serveyour charitable interests andfinancial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geogeo­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alter­ native to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes t be considered for grants. They can be established in to two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing g body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys pub­ lic charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 “ Hastings, Mi 49058 9 Phone: 616-945-0526 ♦ Fax: 616-945-4536 ~ Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org The schoolwide academic team is looking for parent volunteers to join to work on sustained school improvement. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maplewood Elementary is looking for parents to serve on its newly created schoolwide academic team. The team, said Principal Fred Davenport, is a brain- storming group whose goal is to bring new ideas to the table on how to improve school wide programs and performance. The group works within the framework of the Title One plan. Davenport said the team consists of teachers repre­ senting each class grade level, administration and is looking for parents. "We have chosen to work with the effective school process to integrate research for improve- ments," said Davenport. "We have been to Michi­ gan State University twice to meet with the director of the program to imple­ ment this and make it ef­ fective." Davenport said results of the meetings are shared each month at staff meet­ ings. Davenport said any par­ ent who would like to join the team which meets on the third Wednesday each month can call the school at (517) 726-0600. Heach over4000 area names witn a Maule valley HewsACTIOH-M. cain-oon-wo-woa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, November 20, 2001 - Page 5 5$ ontest $ & §:>' § : >' > ^t L ^t L. ^ ^ioi "•H H Sb E S s ** ’"uS Ht^ Hts^ Mil li Millie Win a Prize! Color a Picture! i i Two $25.00 Prizes - Two $20.00 Prizes Two $10.00 Prizes Color one of these pretty Christmas story pictures, fill in the blanks and take it to the sponsor store before December 4th. Our Christmas Coloring Contest is open to all girls and boys 10 years and younger except children of employees of the sponsor stores or the Maple Valley News. Winners of the contest will be announced in the Maple Valley News Entries must be in by Noon, Tuesday, December 4th. children must be accompanied by parent or guardian or parents may drop off entries for their children HURRY UP AND ENTER... AND WIN Let’s All Help to Decorate the Great Contest Rules... Get your crayons and join the fun of entering the “Christmas Coloring Christmas Tree ofLove. Contest” in this issue of the Maple Valley News. Six Gift Certificates to be awarded to win­ ners. Your entry just might be the one that is selected, so get busy and color all of the draw­ Name ings and take your finished pictures to the stores and businesses who have sponsored each Address. particular drawing you have colored. Entries must be in by noon, Tues., Dec. 4th. Prizes will be awarded in two separate age categories; one for children six and under the other Age for kids seven to ten. The first place winner in each category will be awarded a $25 gift cer­ tificate in each age”bracket, second place a $20 gift certificate and third, $10 gift certificate. The certificate must be used toward the purchase of any item (or items) in any of the par­ ticipating businesses. P Shirley’s Chuck Wagon Cafe 202 N. Main • Nashville .852-25 ALL CERTFICATES MUST BE REDEEMED BY FEBRUARY 28, 2002 Cfo0Y]rtWIW' .fait ■Win"1 n,',*-kZ -Zi Z*ii rffcW" rffcW" 'lais* Irt* > cirf- ®‘‘ *’!»** »** *910. 7 S* ^ What Do You Want For Christmas? Naughty or Nice! Name Name Name Address Address. Address Age tK Phone____________________ Tobias Insurance Agency Citizens L.L.C. Main Plant Vermontville Hardware ill N. Main • Nashville 870 S. Main • Vermontville 131S. Main • Vermontville 852-2005 517-726-0514 517-726-1121 �The M*ta VMuy New*. •*•*'»'** Monday. Hoveutoer 20.2001 - Pagt 6 Seventh-graders visit International Festival Seventh grader Michael Chapman said his favorite part about the cultural fair was the French dancing MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley sev­ enth grade clast had a chance to visit cultures around the world when they attended the Interna­ tional Festi l in Detroit last week. Students spent the day taking in booths represent­ ing countries from all over the globe. The pavilions showcased the culture, heritage and customs in colorful visual set ups Native representa­ tives from these countries were on hand in traditional dress to answer any ques­ tions the students had "It was really fun," said student Chelsea Shoe­ maker. "We got a chance to visit all sorts of booths, and they had a market­ place and food from all over." There was also enter­ tainment on different stages, featuring tradi­ tional music and dances from the different coun­ tries. Included was a stage for students to join in and learn some of the native dances. "We got a chance to sample all sorts of food," said Michael Chapman. "We are studying the western hemisphere so it kind of ties into what we have been focusing on in class." Chapman said his fa­ vorite part of the day was the dancing from France. Some of the other activi­ ties the students partici­ pated in were country dis­ cussions, storytelling, geochallenge, mini-lan­ guage classes, and interna­ tional games. Nicole Davis said her Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Chelsea Shoemaker, (from left), Nicole Davis show off their necklaces they got at the cultural fair they attended last week. favorite part was the dif­ ferent food. She said she had a rice dish from China. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Eves. 726-0223 726-1234 852-5066 Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must sec to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". Assumable mortgagc(CH-127) Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on ar of! street parking. Charming small town "Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (N-148) PRICED REDUCED! STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage, fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (H-147) VACANT LAND PARCELS 1.4 ACRES ON BLACKTOP ROAD Trees, creek, nat. gas available. Located south of Vermontville just off M-79. Call Homer for more details. (VL-138) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED fit DRIVEWAY PERMITS. 2 acres. 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay flr are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) made from wool, paint­ ings... it was really a good time." Commission on Aging Menu & Events Hearty Meals Wednesday, Nov. 21 Fish sandwich, coleslaw, carrots, bun, cake. Thursday, Nov. 22 No School. Friday, Nov. 23 No School. Monday, Nov. 26 Sweet and sour meatballs, Oriental blend, Brussels sprouts, rice, apricots. Tuesday, Nov. 27 Broccoli/cheese/ham, cas­ serole, yellow squash, fruit crisp, dinner roll Lite Menu Wednesday, Nov. 21 Cubed cheddar cheese, cole slaw, spiced apples, w.w. crackers. Thursday, Nov. 22 Site closed. Friday, Nov. 23 Site closed. Monday, Nov. 26 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, peaches, din­ ner roll. Wizard of Oz auditions slated Auditions for the Rcvue's "The Wizard of Oz" will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 3. Adults and junior-senior high school students are encouraged to come and read and sing for specific characters or for the gen­ eral show. Lines and music will be furnished at audi­ tions. Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS "There were all sorts of things you could buy too — toys, gloves and hats "Toto" auditions will also be held. Requirements are: must be little, cute, obey commands and live with Dorthy for three months. Children's auditions for kids second-sixth grade will be held Monday, Dec. 17, from 7 to 8 p.m. Chil­ dren need to be able to sing and do some dance movement and be under 4 feet tall. Those who cannot make auditions should call Bill Reynolds at (616) 367­ 4455 or email at therevue 1 @yahoo .com Rehearsals probably will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, with children not coming to all rehearsals and not staying late. Show dates will be Feb. 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 and 10, Thursday -Saturday shows at 7, Sunday matinees at 3. Tuesday, Nov. 27 Hard boiled eggs. 3-bcan salad, fruit parfait, rye krisps. Events Wednesday, Nov. 21 Hastings, crafts; Nashville, blood pressure day, Harland music; Woodland, Thanks­ giving dinner; Delton, Thanksgiving dinner. Thursday, Nov. 22- Clos­ ed. Happy Thanksgiving. Friday, Nov. 23 Closed' for holiday. Monday, Nov. 26- Line Dancing, Music, Harland; Nashville, Day of Sharing; Woodland, Day of Sharing; Delton, Day of Sharing. Tuesday, Nov. 27 Hastings, Sing-a-Long; Nashville, Grandma’s Kids, 12:30-1:30. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 S«oonurs �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, November 20,2001 - Page 7 ontest Colonna ASnowman Smiles Thru the Sleet & Ice, He Thinks The Weather is Kind ofNice! khll Name Address. Ihl -Mill Age. bwi I ■ 1 I Christmas Trees AllA-Sparkle Make the Holidays a Marvel! Bells Declare Christmas is Near, Watch the Skiesfor Santa’s Reindeer! Name— Name. Address. Address. Phone Phone. Musser Service Eaton Federal Savings Bank 160 S. Main • Nashville 109 S. Main • Nashville Write Age. __ Phone Good Time Pizza Nashville 852-1985 or 852-1986 taMfe rl® infill Wiifotaiii IBM »« 'ill! ** .-ill 'iii May the Christmas Angel Make Your Christmas Bright! Christmas is a Time For All the Sweetest ofThings! In My Sleigh Your Presents Go! Name Name------------------------------------------------------- Name Address. Address. Address. Age. Age. Phone------------------------ Mace Pharmacy 219 Main • Nashville 852-0845 Phnnp Carl’s Market Clay’s Dinner Bell Nashville 113 N. Main • Nashville — 852-0134 852-9700 J �The Maple VaHey News Nashville Monday November 20, 2001 - Page 8 Automotive For Sale FOR SALE: Just in time for winter. '98 CMC Jimmy 4x4. Copper metallic outside with tan leather inside, full power and just about all the options, 4 door, automatic, 81,000 miles. Excellent con* dition. Call (616)948-4328 af­ ter 5:00pm weekday and anytime on weekends. SI5,000 firm. CARPET: OATMEAL BER­ BER, 120 yards. Bought new, still in plastic, 51,500 new. Sell $575/best. (517)204-0600 or (517)626-7089. Business Services CREEN SPIN LLC: concrete cutting It cord drilling (616)862-4043; fax, (616)795­ 421S. HENNEY (616)367-4194. KING AMISH LOG bed. Matteress set w/head, foot board. Bought new, never used. (2 mo.) Cost $1,200 Sell $250. 1(517)626-7089 or 517-204-0600.______________ QUEEN LOG BED. Amish cedar bed w/luxury firm mattresses. (2 mo.) Cost $900. Sell $185. 1(517)626­ 7089 or 517-204-0600. Garage Sale PLUMBING: VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured Owner operated for 15 year*. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Farm Help Wanted AG. LIME: delivered St spread Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. SEASONAL HELP WANT­ ED: Salvation Army Christ­ mas bell ringers. Apply at Love Inc. M-F, 10am-2pm. 305 S. Michigan, Hastings, MI. Flexible days and hours, (616)948-9555. For Rent NICE 1BD apartments for rent, Nashville. References, (517)852-0852. "MUNICIPAL CLERK: THE Village of NashviBe is seeking applicants for the of­ fice of village clerk. This is a full time position with re­ sponsibilities including keeping official records of the village, recording council proceedings and managing the village office. Experience in municipal government administration preferred. Compensation commensurate with qualifications. Ap­ plications lications are due by 5:00p.m. on 11/27/01." Applications may be picked up at Village Hall, 206 N. Main, 9:00 to 5:00p.m. Phone 517­ 852-9544, fax 517-852-0331 Mobile Homes REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Wil] move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604________ FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. Getting ready for football The first section of the new bleacher system is up behind the high school. The bleacher system has handicapped access and a new press box. The field will eventually host varsity football games. Wanted FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service ARMSTRONG WANTED STANDING TIMBER: Harvest time is here, don't forget that your wood lot is also a crop. Call today for select cutting ad­ vice. Use Horses or skidder. (517)852-0629 or (517)580­ 6674. GET EASY CASH with ex­ Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 tra household goods and tools. Advertise with classi­ fieds in the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone (616)945-9554. Kenneth FK Furlong VERMONTVILLE - Mr. Kenneth W. Furlong, age 70, of Vermontville, passed away Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings, MI. Kenneth W. Furlong was born on May 19, 1931, the son of Walter and Mabel (Gray) Furlong. Ken graduated from Nashville High School in 1949. He married Virginia LaFluer (Cox) in 1950 and married Sandie KoehlerFuller in 1970. Ken served in the Korean War. Ken and Sandie owned the Vermontville Hardware for 10 years. He drove a gravel truck, was part owner of Furlong Brothers and K&S Landscaping before retiring to care for a special grandmother. He enjoyed racing micro midgets, watching Nascar, supporting local softball teams, fishing and “tinker­ ing.” He especially loved watching his children and grandchildren participate in sports events. Ken is survived by his wife Sandie of 31 years; sons Ross (Debbie) Furlong of Vermontville, Scott (Jackie) Furlong of Char­ lotte, Jim (Joyce) Fuller of Springport; daughters, Gary L. Vorce T1CUUD1 .9% Financing as low as . for 4 years on all new John Deere spring tillage tools Order today...four great ways to save! OptlOB 1 - 0.9% financing for 4 years or 1.9% financing for 5 years. Optloa 2 - Cash discounts and financing as low as 3.35% for 3 years. OptlOB 3 - Cash discounts and interest-free financing until the spring of 2003. Option 4 - Order now and get a straight cash discount worth up to $3,281* or more. John Deere announces financing as low as 0.9% for 4 years on all new spring tillage equipment! Or take advantage of cash discounts; or a combination of both discounts and low finance rates; or discounts and interest-free financing. Save thousands on John Deere disks, field cultivators, seedbed finishers, row-crop cultivators, mulch finishers, rotary hoes, and roller harrows. Hurry in today! Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 JOHN Deere T. 616.945.9526 F. 616.945.5958 HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thursday 7 to 6; Saturday 7 to 3 www.fi!Imoreeq.com fillmore@fill moreeq.com All finance offers subject to John Deere Croat approval Orders must be placed between September 1 and December 31,2001. •Actual savings will vary depending on model, size, and configuration of implement purchased. Figure shown is the approximate amount saved on the purchase of a 34-foot 6-lnch 980 Reid Cultivator. 0SAS12075*? NASHVILLE - Gary L. Vorce, age 43 of Nashville, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2001 at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. Gary graduated from Webberville High School in 1976. He was employed at Carefree in Charlotte for 27 years, the last 18 years as a truck driver. Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing and the outdoors. He was a member of the NAHC, NAFC and the NRA. He loved to watch his children play sports and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Gary was preceded in death by his father, Gaylord Vorce; and brother, Jimmy Vorce. He is survived by his wife, Kelly of Nashville; sons, Tyson (Fiance Ami Armstrong) Vorce of Vermontville and Zachary Vorce of Nashville; mother, Betty Vorce of Williamston; brothers, David (Tisa) Vorce of Perry and Sean (Nicole) Vorce of Elsie; sisters, Richard (Carol) Davidson of Georgia, Elizabeth (Ron) Cornwell of Nashville, Margaret (Sam) Serrano of Tennessee and Susan Vorce of Lansing; two grandchildren; and special friend, Marcia Hause. Funeral services wiere Thursday, November 15, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel. Pastor Don Roscoe officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund. Linda (Ron) Hannink of Evart, MI, Cindy Grant/ Taylor (Tom) of Vermont­ ville, Debbie (Randy) Vandiver of Lansing, Teresa (John) Thomas of Vermont­ ville; stepdaughter, Cris Carpenter; 24 grandchil­ dren; three great grandchil­ dren; brothers, Russ (Irene) Furlong of Nashville, Rich­ ard (Caroline) Furlong of Woodland; sister, Mabel (Neil) Wilson of Lake Odessa; several nieces and nephews. Ken is preceded in death by his parents, Mabel and Walter Furlong; brother, Danny Furlong; a baby daughter; son-in-law, Randy Grant; special grandmother, Lilian St. Clair and nephew Johney Furlong. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2001 at Maple Valley Chapel. Rev. Ken Vaught officiated. Interment at Woodland Cemetery, Woodland, MI. Contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements made by Maple Valley Chapel of Nashville. Call 945-9554 for Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel ofNashville. WO classified ads Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & T^nk Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 ‘270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday. November 20, 2001 - Page 9 ontest o o For Christmas I Want a Friend to Play with All Year Long. fflB 55,1 WWiniW Stocking Stuffed Full ofToys! ofLove! Name Name Name. Address. Address. Address. Age Phone_■ Age. Phone_______________ Age------------- Phone.__________________________ Hastings City Bank Nashville Office Kenyon’s Sales & Service Hometown Lumber & Hardware 203 N. Main • Nashville 130 S. Main • Vermontville 219 S. State • Nashville The Stocking Hung By the Chimney With Care! Santa Knows that Christmas is Here. It’s His Favorite Time ofthe Year! Lets AU Help to Decorate the Great N|ft» of Li l°® (felMllffillil Wk| qk I ® laiptttitt life ^|rt,ttlii nftai ttafiteWi ■fc W*^1 tefcaritM (a^roh® —~ ifciWi^ ’ fail wits i® (afctii i H ic* W b <ct faiWK*®!* Christmas Tree ofLove. Name Name Name Address. Address. Address. Age Phone_______________________ Age Age Phone---------------------- — Hecker Insurance 225 N. Main • Nashville 852-9680 s ---------- Phone______________________ Wheeler Marine Service Reed Street Auto South (M-66) • Nashville 1008 Reed Street • Nashville 852-9609 852-9500 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, November 20, 2001 - Page 10 Officer nabs drunk driver in foot pursuit A Martin man suffered a cracked rib when a Barry County Sheriffs Deputy tripped and fell on him during a foot chase after a traffic stop for drunk driv­ ing in Castleton Township Nov. 4. Deputy Nick Seifert first saw the suspect vehicle on Center Road near Cogswell Road at about 3:30 a.m. and turned around to make the stop. But the driver pulled into the driveway of an acquaintance and parked the van in a garage, then got out of and refused to obey Seifert's orders to get back in the van. The man hurried to the back of the garage where he tripped over cement blocks and fell to the ground. "I jumped over the blocks and when I at­ tempted to change direc­ tion to subdue the suspect, I lost my balance and landed on (his) back," Seifert reported. ing, resisting and obstruct­ ing police and driving on a suspended license. The suspect refused a preliminary breath test and was lodged in the Barry County Jail. Nashville man’s disease not contagious, officials say The death of a 43-yearold Nashville man Sunday, Nov. 11, from encephalitis, a disease that caused his brain to swell, was deter­ mined last Wednesday not to be a public health con­ cern, said Barry-Eaton Dis­ trict Health Department Nurse Margaret Wood. "It is not contagious," she said According to Deputy Di- The man, who has not been arraigned, was treated at Pennock Hospi­ tal for a cracked rib and was arrested on a charge of third offense drunk driv- VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ELECTION NOTICE General Election will be March 11, 2002. rector Jim Schnackenberg, the swelling of the brain can be caused by a num­ ber of different things. However, after consult­ ing with Spectrum Hospi­ tal's Blodgett Campus in Grand Rapids late Wednesday afternoon, Schnackenberg and Wood learned that the cause was not a contagious disease. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING Positions open: President Treasurer Poinsettia sale The sophomore class of 2004 is selling poinsettia's to fund their future prom. The cost is $9.00 and they will be delivered to the high school December 11. The sale runs until November 26, and they can be ordered by calling the high school and asking for Mr. Dowling or Amber Terberg. Here, sophmores Kelly Wilson (left) and Amber Terberg stand by the sale sign in the hallway of the high school. Clerk November 7, 2001 1 two-year council trustee 3 four-year council trustees Petitions available at the office 11-20th, 21st and 27th. Deadline for turning petitions in is 11-27-01 by 4 p.m., with 3 to 10 signatures needed. Village Clerk 103 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Three people were in atten­ dance from the public. Approved the agenda as printed. There was no public com­ ment. Heard a presentation on doc- ument imaging. Minutes from the October 3, 2001 meeting approved. Accepted the treasurer’s report. Approved paying bills in the amount of 26,330.31. Committee reports were received and placed on file. There was no correspon­ dence. Heard board comments. Meeting adjourned at 8 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley Real Estate MANCELONA: 5.03 ACRES of hardwoods, close to lakes, trails and slopes. Driveway and cleared site, electric. $26,900, $500 down, $330/month, 11% land con­ tract. www.northemlandco.com for photos and survey of Robin Court. Northern Land Company, 800-968-3118. Arrows • Ammunition • Licenses • Gloves • Hats • Hot Seats • Tree Stands • Black Powder • Archery Supplies 21812 • Insulated Boots and Rubber Boots OVER-THE-FOOT HOM&ETOWENgW- J LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com MANY PEOPLE THINK DEPRESSION IS A NORMAL PART OF AGING BUT IT ISN’T AMERICA www.matureamerica.org 1.800.969.NMHA (6642) RAVENNA/COOPERSVILLE: 8 year old 2 story home, 1,560 sq. ft. 3 Bed­ rooms, 1 full bath and (2) 1/2 baths. Located on a cor­ ner lot, 2 stall unattached ga­ rage. Owner wants sold, moving. (231)853-2097 WANT QUALITY PRINT­ ING at affordable prices. Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. Vermontville Lions Club names Student of Month Salena Woodman is the Vermontville Lions Club's student of the month for November. Honored at a ceremony put on by the Lions, Woodman has achieved high Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) scores, has par­ ticipated in Midwest Tal­ ent Search, Math Days, is in the band and is a mem­ ber of the flag corps. In her spare time she dances in ballet, and has taken up the violin. Her parents are Troy and Ann Woodman of Nashville. After presenting Wood­ man with the certificate, the Lions members had special music from Marine Kiselyova, an exchange student from Russia, who sang the national anthem, talked about her country and sang some other songs. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights’ A^F which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is I-8(X)-927- NOTICE Last day of Leaf Collection will be Wednesday, 11-21-01, for the Village of Vermontville. Shirley Harmon Village Clerk 101 VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Vermontville Township has been in the process of developing a Master Plan for the Township since November 2000. We are at the point of creating a Planning Commission to oversee the Master Plan and related planning activities. The new commission'will consist of five members, each initially appointed to the following terms: One - one-year term, two - two-year terms and two three-year terms. Thereafter; all terms will be appointed for three years. Normally, the Planning Commission will meet as often as monthly. Any interested resident of Vermontville Township desiring to serve on the commission should submit a letter of interest to: Marcia Grant, Township Clerk, 5150 Round Lake Rd.,Vermontville, Michigan 49096. Letters should be postmarked not later than November 27, 2001. Questions may be directed to either the supervisor, Russ Laverty, at 517-726­ 1115, or the clerk, Marcia Grant, at 5T7-726-0032. 102 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, November 20, 2001 - Page 11 KCC, Community Foundation donate to new Leadership Endowment Fund Leadership Barry County is the recipient of an $8,000 contribution from Kellogg Community CollegeFehsenfeld Center and $2,000 from the Barry Community Foundation. Those donations have made it possible to establish the Leadership Barry County Endowment Fund. The fund's purpose is to create permanent financing for leadership training pro­ grams. Currently, Leader­ ship Barry County is subsi­ dized by tuition, grants and contributions. An endowment campaign is intended to sustain the leadership development pro­ gram as a cornerstone for the community to move into the future. The goal of the board of Leadership Barry County is to raise $17,000 each year for pro­ gram costs and $360,000 for the endowment fund over the next five years. "We're delighted to partic­ ipate and help endow the leadership program in Barry County because actually that's what we're about, try­ ing to help people develop CALENDAR OF EVENTS Nov. 20 Nov. 26 New Volunteer Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. their potential," said KCC President Dr. Paul Ohm. "There's nothing, I think, that we can do that's better spent money than try to improve the worth of an in­ dividual and their value to the community, and obvi­ ously leadership is a key component of that." the Willard G. Pierce and Jessie M. Pierce Foundation and Pierce Cedar Creek In­ stitute. Leadership Barry County was originally established in 1990 through a mini-grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to MSU Exten­ sion Barry County. The program's emphasis is in leadership development and linking a network of com­ munity leaders. Since its in­ ception, the program has graduated more than 160 in­ dividuals representing the entire county. Directing the endowment campaign are finance chair- Elective credit from KCC is available with completion ofthe leadership program. KCC-Fehsenfeld Center is a partnering organization of Leadership Barry County along with Michigan State University Cooperative Ex­ tension, Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and Register now for Barry County holiday contests man Eric Dreisbach and committee members Sandi Drummond, John Fehsenfeld, Jan Hartough. Bob Nida and Patti Oakland. As­ sisting is the entire Leader­ ship Board of Directors in­ cluding Chris Cooley. Jim DeYoung, Karen Heath. Mark Hewitt and Dixie Stadel-Manshum. Enrollment is underway for the 2002 Leadership Barry County program, which includes seven ses­ sions: Jan. 25-26. Feb. 6. Feb. 19. March 12. April 24 and May 4. For more programming information or to enroll in the 2002 program, contact Kathy LaVictor, director of Leader­ ship Barry County, at the chamber office. 945-2454. Reach over 4,900 area homes with an ad in the Maple Valley News. Call 945-9554 to place your ad today. The Barry County Area window decorating contest Chamber of Commerce, in will be judged the week of cooperation with the Thor­ Nov. 26. The residential Nov. 26 napple Arts Council of holiday decorating contest Barry County, will once will be judged Nov. 29-30. Nov. 26 again be conducting holiday decorating contests. Nov. 28 The theme this year is &29 Addressing Community Issues... a workshop on "Hope Takes Flight" to co­ public deliberation to be held at Kellogg ordinate with the U.S. Capi­ Community College, Battle Creek Campus. tol's "Tree of Hope, Hope Call Extension Office for details. Takes Flight" program. Dec. 3 Master Gardener Association Christmas Local contests will be Potluck, Annual Potluck, Election of Officers, held in the categories of Courts & Law Building Community Room. Dec. 4 4-H Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office, business holiday window, residential holiday decora­ Hastings. tion and decorated Christmas Dec. 6 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. trees on the Courthouse Dec. 12 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Courts & Law lawn. Contests also are Building Community Room. planned for Hastings' ..................... . NE T W O OR kH Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during Christmas Festival parade Complete installation and activation a $150 value. V— lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther entries. notice. Anyone interested in en­ tering the decorating con­ plus many other specials tests may contact the Chamber at 616-945-2454 FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER. or the Arts Council at 616­ 945-2002. Those who wish to participate in the parade 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 contest should register with Dansville in Leslie last The Maple Valley varsity Lake Odessa, MI 48849 the Hastings Lions Club, Wednesday night. girls' basketball team bowed 616-945-3866. m66tire@voyager.net The Lions finished a fine out of the district playoffs The business holiday season at 14-6. with a 54-43 loss to No further details were available at press time. JV Roundup Beef New York The JV girls' basketball Deli Chuck team finished its season Strip with a record of 13-6. Roast Beef Roast * Steak On Nov. 5, the JV beat Leslie 46-22. Meagan Putnam turned a double-double with 13 OFFERING COMPLETE points and 10 rebounds. WATER & WELL Breaded ocessmg Cut Free Tessa Robles added 12 DRILLING & PUMP Whole Pork Available points and three steals. A Cutlets Available Strip Loin The JV lost the next SALES & SERVICE a We will be CLOSED night to Portland. No score 4” TO 12” WELLS t Thanksgiving Day. Have was made available. L a safe & happy holiday!! • Residential lb lb Robles scored six, Krista ssxsssssss l s b sssxsss ssxsssssssssssxsss • .Commercial Driksna scored five and • Farm Bareman s Bareman’s 16 oz. 12 oz. 2 lb. bag Pioneer 16 oz. Asst. Van General Mills Putnam tnam had six rebounds. Nestle’ West Pac Gallon Light Brown On Nov. 9, the JV closed We stock a complete line of... Cottage Wheat Whole outt the season with a 47-33 • Pumps • Tanks Cheese Semi Sweet or Powdered Frozen Chex, Morsels Sugar vegetables Corn Chex, win over Webberville. • Plastic & Steel Pip Robles led the way with • Other Well Supplies Rice Chex 13 points and three assists. Reg. or Light 13 oz. Putnam was solid with WE OWN OUR OWN 34-39 oz. 12 Pack 2 Liters Stick Big Jay’s Hills Bros. Ice Castle EQUIPMENT & DO nine points, nine boards and imperial OUR OWN WORK. Potato FAC four steals. Amy Strickland Ice Cream Faygo Chips added six points and three Coffee Margarine Matthew D. Ewing Bars Owner rebounds. Nov. 26 M 66 Tire isa# ** k k pfiffSf ft pU / FOR A FREE... QIS ■btF *r Ijjli lfe&'*|ri!tttllw” ■.. ■ft .J l^*>bdatati(d in* rR^W«fc Eli kdh ifc kIfn imtutijiipf ® tai# (fccmi Hfcife&di tWMdpMb t cnwiitaifcli cyqfa^dcit rtdmiiMikM afcjtWtiniiii HeMitaW kU nextOB fctqrK»i» Sr ta, triMS kU BE 3 TO BE GIVEN AWAY FREE! , Lady Lions ousted by Dansville, 54-43 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. ES 616-374-1200 Save Big I Bucks f& jl Doe'A s259 $229 89* Plus Dep. GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 89* Correction: A picture in last week's edition of the Maple Valley News stated that landscaping had been done by the Class of 2001, when it in fact had been funded by the Class of 2000. sssssssxsxsssssssssssss: sssssssxsxsssssssssssss: £ Vermontville Grocery Phone 726-1570 UNITED I We accept: ^re Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm • Prices good thru Saturday ...and other cards, too. «22ZZ22ZZ2ZZ2Z2ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ2SZZ2ZZZ22Z2S2ZZZZ3ZZZZZZ \ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, November 20, 2001 - Page 12 Vern’s Repair & Sport is announcing their 1th annual "Day After Thanksgiving' ONE DAY SALE ONE DAY ONLY! FRIDAY, Nov. 23 • 7:30 AM-5:30 PM CLOSED Sat & Sun., Nov. 24 & 25 to recuperate from this huge mega sale! All STIHL POWER EQUIPMENT will be Hedge Trimmers, Blowers, Chain Saws, Grass Trimmers, Edgers DISCOUNTED! s aws starting at... 11 ‘/f1? o 09 51• Pole Prunners and More! Save as much as.. .• 120.00 on STIHL Saws Enter a FREE DRAWING for STIHL 017 CHAIN SAW (No purchase necessary.) fe will have Free Coffee & Rolls All Dai/!!! Buy a Case of 6 Gallons STIHL Bar Oil o«iu $1850 Singles grade) Chain Buy One, Get One... FREE! All STIHL Saw Bars MIX OIL, REPAIR PARTS & ACCESSORIES 10%OFF • Stihl Trimmers and Blowers 10% Off • Big Discounts on All Stihl Accessories • Big Discounts on Simplicity Snow Blowers ^^*u--^®3£ • Ice Fishing Tackle, Ice Shelters, Refrigiwear • Vexilar Fish Locators, Mickey Mouse Boots, Augers ...and morel • Bring your propane tank for refilling • Chain Saw Carrying Cases $20.95 ~ Save $9.00 -jik- Vern's Repair & Sport and an oPJ Good oo the Day of the sale Att the corner of M-66 & M-50 - Woodbury gg Tg 517-566-8353 • Toll Free 1-877-717-1019 vernsrepair@yahoo.com � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-11-27.pdf d0f2dce8a10b47eee9b7deb052f95119 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121$ CHURCH ST HASTINGS MH9058-1893 j PUSRTSTD SRTSTD I US POSTAGE I paid I HASTINGS, Ml / ERMITNO. 7 1 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 48November 27, 2001 Nashville council, committee pay policies discussed by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council last Tuesday night talked about reviewing the pay policies of trustees and committee members. Trustee Steve Wheeler told the council that a year ago the council agreed to pay for committee meetings, with the stipulation that they be reviewed in a year. Wheeler said he would like the policy examined again and look at the possibility of paying the president a flat salary because, he said, the president spends much time outside of meetings tending to the business of the village. Wheeler said he also would like to look into not paying trustees for the council meeting, but continue compensation for committee meetings to encourage attendence. "Maybe look for people who are community minded and will serve for no money," he explaoned. Village President Frank Dunham asked how that would play on involvement. "Well, we have had a hard time getting a full field in the past and I just think this 'is something to look at," said Wheeler. Dunham agreed and noted that in the March elections there will be five seats up for re-election and only two petitions for the seats have left the office. "People might be more likely to go to the committee meeting if the compensation is there," said Trustee Dan Kellogg. "Well it's things to kick around," said Councilman Ralph Kirk. In other business at the Nov. 20 meeting, the council: • Approved holiday an office manager. "Yes," said Dunham, "With her time of service and her tremendous help right now, she is." • Heard from Kellogg, “People might be more likely to representing the parks and go to the committee meeting if recreation committee, that the compensation is there.” two handicapped spaces -Trustee Dan Kellogg would be put in at Putnam bonuses to employees at Park — one at the bottom the rate of $50 for full of the hill and one at the time, and $25 for part top. • Was told by Kellogg time. Wheeler asked if Lois that police officer Jeff Elliston would be Miller will be taking a considered full time. couple weeks off using Elliston has been working sick time for family full time in the absence of reasons. • Heard from Kellogg that the old bullet proof vest of the police department were donated to the Little Britches Rodeo Foundation in Lake Odessa. • Learned from Kellogg that the police committee meetings are now set for the first Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. • Heard from Ralph Kirk that he would like to see if council members would like to put money into a pot for buying flowers or cards for employees when needed. Fuller first-graders enjoy holiday feast Little pilgrim Amy Ruedisueli enjoys her food at the celebration. Fuller principal Judy Farnsworth enjoys the Thanksgiving feast, part of which was made by the first graders. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Tammi King's first grade class celebrated Thanksgiving the tradi­ tional way — eating a First graders in their costumes enjoy their feast. huge feast. The Fuller Elementary class has been studying the first Thanksgiving feast as part of a social studies unit, said King, and their study culminated in a speech presentation and turkey and all the trim­ mings last week Wednes­ day. "We have been learning about the Native Ameri­ cans and the first Thanks­ giving," said King. "We talked about how the peo­ ple of England thought the Native Americans were savages when actually they were the ones who took Native Americans as slaves." King said the class made pumpkin pie, learned about Squanto, made Native Ameican dress, and pilgrim dress and hats for the event. Parents and administra­ tors came and the children answered questions about the holidays with speeches and then enjoyed the feast together. Matthew Ramey shows off his collar he made, with traditional Native American symbols. In This Issue School board hears about innovative parents’ program Master Plan survey to be done Saturday, Dec. 1 Hunter’s stray bullet kills Baltimore Twp. man Donkey Basketball raises $900 for FFA programs �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 27, 2001 - Page 2 School board hears about innovative parents' program by Jon Gambee The Maple Valley School Board Monday, Nov. 12, talked of things such as new, innovative programs for children, a senior trip to Washington D.C. in light of the Sept. 11 nightmare and even found a moment to recog­ nize the local sportswriter for his coverage of the hometown football team. The board received the annual audit report. When the auditor went through his 69-page report, the au­ dience fought to stay awake, but the board paid attention. These were tax dollars they were talking about. Joan Leos, administra­ tive assistant to the princi­ pal at Fuller Street Ele­ mentary School, spoke of an innovative program de­ signed to help prepare new parents for the tasks ahead, and though it would be a few years before these newest citizens would be ready for school, the board wanted to make sure every effort is being made to help insure a healthy, happy future for every child in the district. It is a grant funded pro­ gram covering Eaton and Barry counties, and the package of gifts includes a receiving blanket filled with helpful literature on services available through- There’s a better way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance 1-800 number STAN TRUMBLE or from ...a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s pro­ tection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 vfuto-Owners Insurance Home He contacted Superinten­ dent Clark Volz and to­ gether they went to take a look. The result was more than $30,000 in equipment that instead of being thrown in a dumpster will help Maple Valley science students learn. Teacher Karen Kirchhosff talked to the board about the Bridges Program. Originally designed for gifted and talented stu­ dents who don't always fo­ cus on the task at hand, the program has been ex­ panded and is now offered to all students between kindergarten and sixth grade. It is designed to help students learn and it reaches them in ways not available in the regular classroom. Using simple techniques like hand/eye coordination activities, balance boards Scholastic Book Fair is Dec. 3-7 from a stranger at Life out the county, child care items and even a small Christmas ornament. But the most important gift included is the knowledge that neighbors care about neighbors and are there to help. Steve Cates was recog­ nized by the board for his contribution to the school system. Cates is employed by General Motors and when the huge auto giant decided to close one of its plants in Lansing and dis­ card much of the equip­ ment it no longer needed, he thought of Maple Val­ ley schools and how the board allowed his church youth group to use one of its buildings. So he looked through the unwanted refuse and found a few things that he thought the school could use in its science program. Car Business “Not only do they help us get more books for our library, but also they open up the wonderful world ofread­ ing to our children.” Students will have time during the school day to browse the fair and select books. For more information, call David Anderson, Becky Anderson, or Char Garvey at 852-1655. The Maple Valley High School Library will be host for a Scholastic Book Fair Monday, Dec. 3 through Friday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Scholastic Book Fairs bring books and educational learning products from more than 150 publishers to read­ ers of all ages. The fair is open to the community. The book features traditional favorites and new works by popular authors and illustra­ tors. Parents and teachers will find plenty to interest them, too. “Book fairs are important events,” a spokesperson said. Nashville VFWAuxiliary Cj Penny Supper o December 1st |\ j Servingfrom 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. I < I Swiss Steak, Roast Pork *) | & Dressing J< Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News No PrM/m Ppjoph and trampolines, they mix learning with fun to ex­ plore the science of intel­ lect and sensory integra­ tion. The result is im­ proved memory and cogni­ tive recognition skills. There are no grades so there is no pressure. "While elements of in­ struction remain the same," Volz said to the board, "we look for ways to adjust our techniques and ways to stimulate the brain in different areas." Volz talked of the orga­ nization of school im­ provement teams at every school, working to keep a broad vision in place for the future. He stressed the importance of community involvement and promised to "continue opportunities for dialogue to increase the quality of instruction." The board heard of im­ provements in the MEAP program and plans being made to make even more improvements. They heard about school kids raking yards in the community and parks and classes at­ tending the Veterans Day ceremonies and saluting, along with the veterans, when "Taps" was played to recognize fallen heroes. The last item on the agenda concerned an ex­ pulsion hearing and the board met in closed ses­ sion to try to handle a dif­ ficult assignment as pro­ fessionally and fairly as possible.. classified ads LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Some­ one Special." For information call 1­ 616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11a.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 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH . 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 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner 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 REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (f/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family .Night Service 6:45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............... 11 a.m. Church School .................. 1 o a.m. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Fellowship Time After Worship Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday School A.M. Service P.M. Service 10a 11:15 a 6p PASTOR GEORGE GAY QUIMBY UNITED ..METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School................... 10 10 a.m. a.m Worship................................ 11 a.m. 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday 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 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 . M-79 West PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ................. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 27, 2001 - Page 3 Master plan survey to be done Saturday Warren K. Travoli--------------NASHVILLE - Warren K. Travoli, age 74, of Nashville, died Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2001 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. He was bom Feb. 10, 1927, the son ofCharles and Cora (Terry) Travoli in Boswell, Indiana. He attended Indiana schools and was a graduate of Valparaiso Institute. He also attended Valparaiso University, Indiana Univer­ sity, and War Shipping Academy in Boston, Mass. He married Carla And­ erson on Dec. 27, 1955 in Port Huron, MI. The couple resided in Indiana where he was employed as police officer until retiring in 1976. After retiring the family moved to the Nashville area. Mr. Travoli served with the Army Transport Service during World War II, and also, the 10th Airborne and 18th Field Artillery Battalion during the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his son, Jon Travoli; brothers, Marion and LeRoy; and sisters, Blanch and Irma. Mr. Travoli is survived by his wife, Carla, of Nash­ ville; son, Jim (Jamie) Travoli of Findlay, OH; brothers, Palmer Travolia of Chicago and Harold Travolia of Indiana; sister, Audress Hansen of Florida; three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 27, 200,1 at Fort Custer. Pastor Timothy Olson officiated. Burial was at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Putnam Library or First Lutheran Church, Charlotte. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Lyone “Mann” Hammond inaj] att!% I 6®. x® iioi ^JKJi ffiS. HASTINGS - Lyone L. “Mann” Hammond, age 78, of Hastings, died Saturday, Nov 17,2001 as the result of a hunting accident. Mr. Hammond was bom in Nashville, MI on Oct. 12,­ 1923 the son of Vem and Gladys (Aspinall) Hammond. He was raised in the Dowling area and attended rural schools there. He married Joyce O. Carney on Dec. 10, 1942. Mr. Hammond has lived at his present address for the past 37 years. He was employed 30 years at DeNooyer Chevrolet in Battle Creek, retiring and then was engaged in farming. He was an avid outdoors­ man, enjoying hunting, fish­ ing, farming, traveling, and HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 $4.50 Kids all shows $4.75 DAILY Matinees til 6pm A Seniors $5.00 Students A Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs 0 No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refills 4 .25c Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View [THE GIFT OF MOVIESl $10 Book Plus $1 Free CIFT CERTIFICATES SHOWTIMES 11/27-11/29 Q HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE (PG) 2 PRINTS/ 2 SCREENS 12:00, I: 20, 3:00, 4:15, 6:10, 7:10, 9:05, 10:00 SHALLOW HAL (PG-13) I1: 50, 2:15, 4:30, 7:00, 9:20 MONSTERS, INC. (G) 11:00, 1:00, 3:20, 5:30, 7:40, 9:45 OIGITAL/STADIUM JEATIIR 20oz.DRINK with $1.50 (1/2 price) purchase of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn 1 S WWW.GQTI.COM 1 1 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Planning Board will go door to door this Saturday morning to reach as many residents as possible to an­ swer a master plan com­ munity questionnaire. Helping the board go door to door, starting at 9 a.m., will be students in the leadership class at the high school, under the di­ rection of teacher Norma Jean Acker. Planning Board member Melissa Strotheide came to the Village Council meeting last Thursday to discuss the survey. The board is in the beginning stages of creating a master plan and is seeking opin­ ions and input from regis­ tered voters in the area. Some of the questions include topics such as spending more money on parks and recreation, ex­ pansion of the village be­ yond its current bound­ aries, management of growth, police, fire and emergency protection is­ sues, wetlands and more. The survey also covers why people live in many people as possible. Strotheide said this is the first step of many to get the village up to date with a master plan. "Most likely we will be doing the survey, and up­ dating the map, for right now," she said. "In the fu­ ture, we want to hold workshops. This is a sev­ eral year process." Tired of Being Traded Sold Takeovers, Name changes. Disappearing branches. Extra fees. Impersonal service. Is your current bank merging once again? gardening. He also enjoyed baking and going out to din­ ner weekly with his family. Mr. Hammond is survived by sons, Steven (Valerie) Hammond of Ishpeming, Michael (Char) Hammond of Hastings, Rick (Eileen) Hammond of Battle Creek; daughters, Linda (Bill) Cole of Jacksonville, FL, Claudia (Bill) Hoaglin of Nashville, LouAnn (Don) Warren of Lacey; 13 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; father, Vem Hammond of Hastings; sisters, Margie Trader of Brea, CA, Vbnda Lake of Griffin, GA, Vada Yearsley of Kenai, Alaska; brother, Neil Hammond of East LeRoy; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gladys in 2000 and wife, Joyce, in 1993. Services were held Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2001 at Wren Funeral Home, Hast­ ings. Rev. Steve Olmstead officiated. Burial was at Dowling Cemetery. Memorial contributions may made to the Dowling Country Chapel - United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home,. Hastings. Nashville and how often they shop downtown. "We are going to be do­ ing this by foot to reach as many people as possible. A high rate return on these surveys is our goal," said board member Strothiede. Survey workers also will be standing in the foyers of the post office and the banks to try to reach as Well, take heart! You can rely on Eaton Federal Savings Bank to resist the changes that are literally sweeping away the tradi­ tions of local banking. Our roots are here; and always will be. In short, Eaton Federal Savings Bank holds fast to its solid, time-honored heritage of friendly, pro­ fessional service offered by people you know and trust. And more than ever, that makes us the "smarter" choice for your financial needs, including our Thrift Checking Account which can be opened with just $50.00 and has no minimum bal­ ance requirement, no monthly fees, no per check charges and a Free ATM-SPIRIT card for use at Eaton Federal ATM s. Plus CDs, IRAs, mort­ gages, home equity credit lines, auto loans and so much more. Generation after genera­ tion, our customers have counted on Eaton Federal to achieve their financial goals. It's the smarter way...just ask us! Eaton Federal DANK EQUAL HOUSING FDIC INSURED LENDER 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 27, 2001 - Page 4 Hunter’s stray bullet kills Baltimore Township man by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A 78-year-old Nashville man was doing what he loved as he sat in his self­ constructed deer blind Saturday morning, Nov. 17, when another hunter's stray bullet struck him in the neck. Lyone Hammond was on his Baltimore Township property near South M-37 and Cloverdale Road when he was pronounced dead from the single gunshot wound shortly after the 10:45 a.m. incident. "A hunter in an adjacent field, a 40-year-old Eaton Rapids woman, fired four shots from a 20-gauge shotgun at a deer," said Trooper Bryan Fuller in a prepared statement. "One missed shot found its way approximately 167 yards into Hammond's deer blind." Hammond still had a pulse when the call rang in to 911, but he was de­ clared dead by the time emergency personnel ar­ rived and a crew from Aeromed's medivac heli­ copter landed. "The hunter had shot and killed the deer with at least one of the remaining three shots that had been fired," said Fuller. "The woman's husband, (also hunting) had been speak­ ing with Hammond min­ utes before the shooting" when Hammond had asked the man if he had seen a wounded six-point deer in the area. The man then walked the perimeter of his grand­ father's property adjacent to Hammond's and his wife came to tell him she had shot a six-point deer. Fuller said when the man went to Hammond's shanty to inform him about the kill, he found he had DIVORCE ■ CUSTODY Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-945-3512 been shot through the neck and immediately notified authorities. The woman told Fuller at the scene that "another hunter had been shot and that she believed she was the one who shot him." Hammond was report­ edly a lifelong hunter who loved outdoor activities since he was a child grow­ ing up in Nashville. "He certainly was a very kind and loving father," said Hammond's daughter, LouAnn Case (Warren) of Lacey. "He was a hard worker and he loved his family." Hammond's family does not blame the woman who fired the gun, she said. "I know he'd never hold it against this woman be­ cause it was an accident," she said. "We all feel that way." Lyone Hammond's fu­ neral was Wednesday at the Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. According to the funeral home, Hammond was born in Nashville and grew up in the Dowling area. His wife, Joyce died in 1993, leaving behind Hammond, the couple's three sons, three daughters and 13 grandchildren. After working for 30 years at DeNooyer Chevro­ let in Battle Creek, Ham- HOME FOR SALE 180 South Mason Road in Nashville $99,900 • 3 bedrooms • Central Air • Dishwasher 1.5 Car Garage • Storage Buildings • Storm Windows • Full Basement • Washer/Dryer Call Mark Haddock for a personal showing (616) 968-6101 ext. 134 (616) 209-7094 cell ****** MIS' — office LLj REALTOR? PF/LW Perrett Associates ,Inc.W Each Office Independently Owned & Operated 121 RCarpital Ave. NE Dcltrt.le Greek Storm clean up continues The clean up from the big storm that swept through the area is progressing. Big piles of branches and brush, along with several tree stumps remain from the storm that was the worst many had seen in Nashville in quite some time. mond retired and concen­ trated on farming and hunt­ ing his 32 acres. Aside from hunting, he also enjoyed fishing, trav­ 28 &29 eling, gardening and going out for weekly dinners with his family. The case remains under Dec. 3 investigation. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Book discussion group forming in Vermontville Members of the Vermont­ ville Women’s Club, in coop­ eration with the Vermont­ ville Township Library, have formed a book discussion group. The group will read one book each month and then meet to discuss the book. Meetings will be held on the first Thursday of each month, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. The first meeting will be Thursday, Dec. 6. The book being dis­ cussed is a Christmas story titled “A Choice to Cherish,” by Alan Maki. All book lovers in the community are invited to attend. Also being discussed is the formation of a parent­ child book discussion group. This group would concen­ trate on reading the classics and award-winning books for young readers. Anyone interested in join­ ing either group can call Carla Ramsey at 726-1381 or Cathy Adams at 726­ 1006, or attend the meeting Dec. 6. Addressing Community Issues... a workshop on public deliberation to be held at Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek Campus. Call Extension Office for details. Master Gardener Association Christmas Potluck, Annual Potluck, Election of Officers, Courts & Law Building Community Room. Dec. 4 4-H Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 6 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Dec. 12 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building Community Room. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to Ip.m. - Untilfurther notice. Give winter a warm welcome! ARMSTRONG Frost Heating & Cooling Lake Odessa Nashville 616-374-7595 517-852-9565 LOOK FOR THE HEATING AND COOLING PRO... FOR THE FINEST IN SALES, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE Vermontville UMC Cookie Walk planned The Vermontville Uni­ ted Methodist Women will be holding their annual Cookie Walk from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at the church. A wide variety of cook­ ies will be available for persons to purchase a tin and then fill with goodies. ArmstrongAir Gornforfeara �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. November 27. 2001 - Page 5 Wish Upon a Star’ tree up at City Bank branch by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The "Wish Upon a Star" tree is up, and on it is 84 wishes from families in the Nashville area. The Christmas tree is located at the Nashville Branch of the Hastings City Bank, said chairper­ son Lois Elliston. The wishes on the tree are for presents for the hol­ iday season for needy children. Anyone inter­ ested in helping can sim­ ply take a wish off the tree, purchase the gift, wrap and return the gift to the bank. The "Wish Upon a Star" program also collects canned or boxed food and paper products to make Christmas baskets for those in need. Anyone can drop off these products at various churches, banks, and a box at Carl's Super­ market. Elliston said the com­ mittee needs help sorting and packing baskets. They will be sorted and pack­ aged at 6 p.m. Friday at the United Methodist Church in Nashville,. They will be picked up Saturday morning between 9 a.m. and noon. Elliston add that there is I I Antiques Business Services Card of Thanks IONIA ANTIQUE MALL "Holiday Discount Sale" De­ cember 1st thru December 9th. 15% (over $10) thru 50% on select items. Excluded: New Products and Firm Items. Lay-aways Negotiated. Downtown Ionia, Michi­ gan. 10am-5pm. (616)527­ 6720. GREEN SPIN LLC: concrete cutting & cord drilling. (616)862-4043; fax, (616)795­ 4215. THE FAMILY OF June A. Potter would like to thank all their friends, neighbors and relatives who visited the funeral home, contributed to memorials, sent flowers and cards and brought in food. Your thoughtfulness was greatly appreciated. Thank you to Mr. Scott Daniels of the Maple Valley Chapel and Rev. Gail Patterson for conducting the service. Nianne Jarrard & family, Vanessa & Larry Carpenter & family, Charles Potter & family. Automotive HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 FOR SALE: Just in time for winter. '98 GMC Jimmy 4x4. Copper metallic outside with tan leather inside, full i power and just about all the options, 4 door, automatic, 81,000 miles. Excellent con­ dition. Call (616)948-4328 af­ ter 5:00pm weekday and anytime on weekends. $15,000 firm. 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 Re­ minder and Hastings Banner. Phone (616)945-9554. i I Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Photo Processing Double Prints Now at Special Low Holiday Price I 3” Double Prints The "Wish Upon a Star" tree is up at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank. also an open account at the aforementioned bank for those who wish to do­ nate funds for food or gifts. Any wishes left on the tree are purchased by these funds, she said. Gifts need to be returned to the bank by Tuesday, Dec. 18. Anyone with questions can reach Elliston at 852­ 9544. ...to 4” Double Prints 29 29 24 Exp. RoU 12 exp 36 exp 2.29 6.29 24 Exp. RoU 12 exp 36 exp 2.99 8.99 From 110 or 35mm full frame color print film. 4” prints available from 35mm roll film only. (C-41 process) Not Available With PREMIUM & Advanced Photo System. Good Nov. 22-Dec. 1. Mace Pharmacy 219 N. Main, Nashville, MI • 517-852-0845 Curves, for women thetbot itefitness & weight loss centers" The World’s Largest Women’s Fitness & Weight Loss Franchise! Hastings Area December Curves* Weight Loss Program 5 generations of Stutz and Darling Great Great Grandma Eva Stutz, Great Grandpa Gerry Stutz, Grandpa Jerry Stutz, mother, Salena Dar­ ling and baby, Bryce Darling. • Selected Benartex Prints ft -’4.59^. $ i 'i Christmas Fabrics • Benartex Rainbow Florals from Eleanor Burns $ • Flannel S This is thefirst weight lossprogram designed around exercise. By protecting lean muscle you lose bodyfat while actually increasing < metabolism. \ Permanent results, withoutpermanent dieting. Membership is honored at over 2000 Curves* Our Exclusive Quickfit Circuit.. ✓ takes only 30 minutes ✓ bums body fat, not lean muscle ✓ strengthens muscles & cardiovascular system ✓ begins Mien you arrive ✓ is designed for women locations in all 50 states, Canada & Europe QUESTIONS: ASK US... 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9050 945-9673 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station ^ Southside Plaza 300 Meadow Run Dr. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 27, 2001 - Page 6 Union Bank awards quarter collections FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Article on accused inaccurate, hurtful Ruth Karrar wins the drawing for a set of collector quarters. Lynette Rohrbacher wins a coin set at Union Bank's booth at the Expo Home and Garden Show. Get easy cash by placing a classified ad. all 945-9554 to place your ad today. Y MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)........................................................................ 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)........................................................................... 852-5066 ♦'•♦<3#'**#*'®*#«»*S*'****'<a * T0Picrvn£ PEACEFUL “COUNTRY LIVING" With this 3 bedroom mobile home on one acre. Double roof over home, 2 car garage 8e storage shed, well groomed lawn with large gar­ den space. 1 1/2 miles from town. Call Homer. (CH-149) $269,9001 OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/centrai fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring 8f cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must spe to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info". Bear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-i23) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com ON 2+ WOODED ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". Assumable mortgage(CH-127) VACANT LAND ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS. SURVEYED, PERKED 8t DRIVE­ WAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. AU seeded to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) | "HAPPY II f f THANKS ♦ 4 f LIVING : V • e | Count your blessings V4 name them • f "one by One" | Count your many ♦ • blessings SS See what Qod has ® done! w* • ♦ As we approach the ® i "Holiday Season" ’ 1 ♦ let us do so with an 5 ♦ "ATTITUDE" OF *if ♦a GRATITUDE"! "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on 8r off street parking. Charming small town "Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (B-148) MATURE LOT IN THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE Potential walkout site. City services available. Land con­ tract terms possible. Call Nyle today. (VL-150) PRICED REDUCED! STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME NASHVILLE RIVER FRONT 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147) During the first annual Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce Home and Garden Expo recently at Lakewood Middle School, Union Banks both gave away various prizes, in­ cluding three collector coin sets. The winners of the draw­ ings were Ruth Karrar, Lynette Rohrbacher and Kevin Allerding. Karrar re­ ceived a 13 Colony Set, which includes the first 13 state quarters released by the mint in the same order in which the states were originally founded. Rohrbacher won a set of five gold coins depicting the five state quarters released in 2000. Allerding received a gold set of the five coins released in 1999. All the state quarter col­ lections are available at all offices of the Union Bank. The collection also includes a new World Trade Center silver dollar. The proceeds of each Trade Center coin sold are being donated to the disaster relief effort. To the editor: This is in response to an article published by your paper that I truly felt unfair­ ly contained hurtful and inaccurate accounts about a man, Jeff Sebastian; hence viewed by the surrounding community. On behalf of the gentle­ man mentioned, I would like to share with you of the qualities that the man, Jeff, whom the article had includ­ ed. Jeff speaks with wisdom, kindness, and is not cross with anyone, especially his children. I know this to e true. He also has a big heart, and lends his ears, always ready to listen. He is also very honest and works very hard. Jeff includes his children on his many daily activities, and enjoys each and every minute. He also makes sure they are learning while they are also experiencing new and exciting things. How great is it that in this day and age, a single father, makes time out of his already hectic schedule to make sure his children’s needs and wants are met with completeness, love and kindness. I will tell you it is an almost rare occasion, but one I have had the pleasure of knowing exists. Jeff is a true gentleman through and through. Suzzette Curtis, Bellevue Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 945-9554 to place your ad. DECEMBER 6th: DOMINO’S CHRISTMAS W/PIZZA $35.00 MARCH 29th: STARS ON ICE W/DINNER............ $110.00 FEBRUARY 7th-14th: “NEW YEAR’S EVE IN HONG KONG” ................................ *1280.00 Pick up in Charlotte and Marshall Call today. STIFFLER TOUR & TRAVEL 287 S. Steele St Ionia MI 48846 616-527-0140 • 800-536-0140 We are writing in concern of the article written about Jeff Sebastian. First and foremost there is no abuse. Jeff is an excellent father. We have a case here of a person who said that she was going to make his life a living hell before this arrest ever happened. That has happened. Jeff didn’t realize that a judge would take a letter, written by someone full of revenge, as truthful without and facts being shown. We were all shocked. There was no physical damage, no property damage and while on the witness stand, the alleged victim even stat­ ed Jeff was not speeding. We felt the judicial system should have checked out these claims before acting on them. We have lost faith in the system. This is simply a revenge case. Our advise to anyone is to never take a plea bargain to save time and money. He was looking for clo­ sure. It backfired. Jeff is devoted father, raising two children as a single parent. His children are happy and live a well guided life. ............... ... and^Famify ofJeffSebastian �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. November 27. 2001 - Page 7 Donkey basketball raises $900 for FFA programs are ■Srandparent nt “nc'eS aun'« <&■ f2r,e"d. pocr£■^ V Peci»a/ ~"X SSfr Holiday cards & photos add a personal touch to any message you sendl ’% t^Xi, The donkey basketball riders run with the ball, hoping to stay on until they score. % ■MIMJI i IWL_1 M Iffl Oftty ZN snffiaw* Ufor This year's FFA spon­ sored donkey basketball game brought the club about $900, said members. Donkey basketball is played by four players on the floor at once on their own donkey. Players have to be mounted to shoot the ball and have to be seated or pass the ball to some­ one seated. This year's contest fea­ tured four teams. In the first game, the seniors of Maple Valley went against a group of community rriembers. The seniors were defeated 12-6. The senior team consisted of Ashley Fox, Brandon Hopkins, Nate Heinze, Ryan Goris, Hillary Grant, Jessica Chaffee, Jacob Skelton, and Lisa McElroy. The community members consited of Derik Morowski, Tim Tobias, Lynn Griffin, Mark McMillon, Sue Ab­ falter, Scott Greg and Brett Flowers. In the second game the Maple Valley juniors went against a Maple Valley faculty team. The faculty won 12-10. The staff team consited of Todd Gonser, Aaron Saari, Kelly Becklin, Clark Volz, Brian Lin- r Let us help you capture the moments with photos & cards of the season HOLIDAY PHOTO CARDS Personalize your greetings by inserting that special photo in our holiday card holders. Choose from our large selection & order now! 10 ct. pkg. w/10 envelopes from $7.49 CHRISTMAS FUN FRAMES dy Possibilities FFA Advisor Aaron Saari attempts to go for a lay up. coin, Duska Brumm and Jeff Webb. The juniors were Micah Tobias, Chris Eldred, Donna Cripe, Tommy Griffin, Jimmy Hirness, Bryan Dunlap, Jeff Taylor, and Jennifer and Jeremy Dunn. All this made for an ex­ citing championship game in which the FFA alumni members and community members outplayed teachers 4-2. the from FKlbillttoS $7.99 Designed to inspire holiday cheer, these festive frames make a great gift idea when you add that special photo! PERSONALIZED HOLIDAY LABELS Choose one of our many designs or create a label ofyour own* 150 LABELS - *8.50 250 LABELS - ’9.50 500 LABELS-’11.00 Margaret Hofcey 5674 Holfie Run 'Personal designs $5.00 extra Check out all our Special Services: • 35MM & APS Processing • Business Cards • Color Posters ' • Folding & Collating • Laminating • Color & B/W Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 j �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, November 27, 2001 - Page 8 For Rent Garage Sale 1 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS apartment available after December 5th, $300 + utilit­ ies & deposit. No pets. Call (517)852-0812 for application & appointment tor inter­ view. 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. For Sale CARPET: OATMEAL BER­ BER, 120 yards. Bought new, still in plastic, lastic, $1,500 new. Sell $575/best. (517)204-0600 or (517)626-7089. CHINA CABINET, curved glass doors, mirrored back, glass shelves, $250. Office chair, oak, caned set and back, swivel base, $365. Ru­ by shade hall light antique, $70. Two show cases, $50 St $75. Call (616)945-4505 for more information. Help Wanted "MUNICIPAL CLERK: the Village of Nashville is seek­ ing applicants for the office of village clerk. This is a full time position with responsi­ bilities including keeping of­ ficial records of the village, recording council proceed­ ings, and managing the vil­ lage office. Experience in municipal government ad­ ministration preferred. Com­ pensation commensurate with qualifications. Applica­ tions are due by 5:00p.m. on 11/27/01." Applications may be picked up at Village Hall, 206 N. Main, 9:00 to 5:00p.m. Phone (517)852­ 9544, fax (517)852-0331. The Village of Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employ- RATES FOR THE Battle Creek Shopper News are: Clas­ sified- $6.25 for the first 5 words, .15 each additional word. Display- $8.40 per column inch. Birthday- 1 col­ umn by 3 inches= $25.20; 2 column by 2 inches= $33.60. Please call us at 965-3955 Mobile Homes Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, or by toucn REPO: MUST SELL! Will tone phone 5:32pm-7:00am look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ 965-4663. ry. 1-800-672-9604 KING AMISH LOG bed. Matteress set w/head, foot YOU WANT QUALITY at board. Bought new, never affordable prices when you used. (2 mo.) Cost $1,200. buy printing? Call J-Ad Sell $250. 1(517)626-7089 or Graphics for everything from business cards and bro­ 517-204-0600.____________ chures to newspapers and QUEEN LOG BED. Amish catalogs. Phone (616)945cedar bed w/luxury firm 9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M­ mattresses. (2 mo.) Cost 43 Hwy., Hastings. $900. Sell $185. 1(517)626­ 7089 or 517-204-0600. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 NationalAds BUILDING/CONSTRUCTION LABORERTo 20 / hr+ overtime. Trainees/skilled. Needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. CABLE/HOME HOOKUP To $19.23/hr. Lots of hours. Entry level. Major Co. Start now. (616)949-2424 Jobline. CAFETERIA/FOODSERVICE WORKER- To $13/hr + benefits. Entry/skilled lev­ el. Full & part time. Needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee._ FASHION MODELS- To 50/hr. Runway/catalog. Male/Female. Entry level. Needed now. (616)949-2424 Jobline. _______________ HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/CLERICALTo 12.50/hr + great benefits. General office duties. Great advancement potential. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. PACKAGE/EXPRESS/DELIVERY DRIVERTo $800/wk + benefits. Small cargo-truck. Training provided. Daily routes. Hiring now. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. Real Estate HOT WATER OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE (Empyer) (Stainless Steel) Heats home, water, garage, shop, pool, etc. HEAT WITH QUALITY information call: Model Available for viewing MANCELONA: 5.03 acres of hardwoods, close to lakes, trails and slopes. Driveway and cleared site, electric. $26,900, $500 $500 down, $330/month, 11% land con­ tract. www.northemlandco.com for photos and survey of Robin Court. Northern Land Company, 800-968-3118. 517 726-1095 Reach over4,000 area homes with a Maple Valiev News ACTI0N-M. Call 1-800-870-7085. All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- Pre-season New Customer special Switch to AmeriGas now and get these great benefits... AmeriGas 1-800-374-3929 7220 Saddlebag Lake Road Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Maple Valley FFA members get ready to board the bus to the 2001 National FFA Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. They are (from left) advisor Aaron Saari, Jessica Chaffee, Ashley Fox, Melinda Powers, Ben Owens, Tommy Griffin, and Jeremy Dunn. The Maple Valley FFA recently sent six students and advisor Aaron Saari to Louisville Kentucky for the 74th national FFA convention. Jeremy Dunn, Tommy Griffin, Ben Owens, Melinda Powers, Ashley Fox, and Jessica Chaffee attended, among the other 45,000 attendees from all the U.S. The students rode down with other area chapters and stopped to visit vari­ ous sites on the way. They visited the Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge, Louisville Slugger Mu­ seum, Fort Knox Churchill Downs and Falls of the Ohio. While at the convention they attended sessions, in­ cluding motivational speakers such as ESPN's Dick Vitale and the 2000­ 01 National FFA officers. They also attended a Diamond Rio and Chris Cagle concert, and a ca­ reer fair with over 250 ex­ hibitors. Terberg named AP All-State, Hopkins Honorable Mention back Darin Thrun. Special mention went to senior defensive back Devin Phenix. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AmeriGas PROPANE • Guaranteed Price • Senior Discount • Free Installation Maple Valley FFA sends 6 to convention Maple Valley's John Terberg (1) and Brandor Hopkins (82). The Maple Valley foot­ ball team placed two seniors on this year's Associated Press Class C All-State football team. John Terberg, a 6-0, 190pound end, was one of eight linemen voted to the first team. Teammate Brandon Hopkins, a 5-11, 185-pound end, garnered Honorable Mention All-State honors from the AP. Terberg and Hopkins were also both named to the AllSMAA first team. Other Lions on the All-Conference squad were junior running back Eric Smith, senior running back Mike Himeiss and senior linebacker Jeremy Wiser. Named to the All-SMAA second team were junior lineman Jonathan Denton, senior linebacker Jason Silsbee and senior quarter­ Call 945-9554 for classified 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. #23-1748 NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2001 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9 a.m. on: Friday: Dec. 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Saturday: Dec. 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th Any taxes received after Dec. 31, 2001, will be dated as received in 2002. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 28, 2002, licenses will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid by U.S. Mail or at my home by appointment. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP TREASURER 8935 W. MT. HOPE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, Ml 49096 PHONE #517-566-8913 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 27, 2001 - Page 9 It's Christmas at the Mill’ continues at Bowens Mills Owners Owen and Carleen Sabin and their fam­ ily of volunteers at His­ toric Bowens Mills are gearing up for another sea­ son of "It’s Christmas at the Mill." The series of holiday celebrations began Friday, Nov. 23, the day after Thanksgiving and will con­ tinue Saturdays and Sun­ days until Christmas. The hours are noon to 5 p.m. and Santa is always there. "Every season it has grown and last year was exceptional," said Carleen Sabin. "We were thrilled with all of the snow at Thanksgiving last year. It was the first year we were able to start our season us­ ing the sleigh for our horse drawn rides and that brought much joy to all our guests. "Thanksgiving weekend is especially busy for us because so many people have out of town guests and are looking for some­ thing to do that is unique and different. The setting of the old 1864 water pow­ ered grist and cider mill that is filled with the smell of hot cider and fresh baked Christmas cookies mingles with the cozy warmth of the 12 deco­ rated trees makes a fairly land atmosphere for all who enter. Many families from the area have come every year since we be­ gan." The fresh cut Christmas trees, wreaths and garland that are for sale raise funds for the mill, families re­ ceive a free family horse drawn ride as a thank you for their purchase. There is no admission for Christmas at the mill. All the proceeds from trees and photos go to the con- 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 Pip • 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 family Christmas portraits, with the old fashioned “*> » 10 *< <w Nashville Maple Syrup Association ANNUAL MEETING # Thursday, December 6,2001 7:00 p.m. Castleton Township Hall Nashville Bonnie White W 517-852-9189 Horse-drawn sleigh rides are part of the fun at “It’s Christmas at the Mill.” The Bany Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give lhe foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geo geo-­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alter­ native to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes to be considered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Non-Endawed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in yourr living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys pub­ lic charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference i the lives ofothers and the life in ofyour community. Bowens Mills owners Owen and Carleen Sabin are pictured here with some friends. tinuance of the mill, along with donations from the featured guest vendors that are specially selected to show their wares. Christmas at the Mill’s featured guests this year will be Bowens Mills Stu­ dios, with walk-in holiday family photos printed while you wait; Bowens Mills Bath Products, by Sheri Patterson of Dorr, with a complete line of gift sets, soaps and bath products that are hand made, and her cornmeal soap is made from corn­ meal ground at the mill; Feed Sack Fashions by Diane Haines, who will have a display of her cre­ ations with many ideas for the holiday shopper. "Both Sheri and Diane with their families have supported the mill with hours and hours of volun­ teer help over the years," Carleen Sabin said. Bowens Mills Studios photographer Philip Myers will be on hand again to photograph children and ~ Vermontville ~ 726-0079 onday-Saturday 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday 10 am to 2 pm Large Variety of • Christmas Gifts, • Stocking Staffers ‘Cards, • Decorations Just a variety ofstuff... Stop by & see us. Thanks, Greg, Chris & Stacey �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 27, 2001 - Page 10 Bowens Mills,from pg. 9— Santa at the mill. A new addition this year to the photo settings will be "The White Christmas Room." The Sabins said they are very pleased with how popular "Christmas at the Mill" has become since it first started four years ago. "It was Owen’s idea to be open for Christmas; he thought that it would be a nice addition to our calen­ dar of events for the year," Carleen said. "It is so beautiful here, especially at Christmas, and we so much enjoy visiting with all our guests. I am glad we decided to do it." The Old Mill is in the heart of Yankee Springs Township, two miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park. Watch for the huge Grindstone Marker on Briggs Road. For more information, call 795-7530. Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads! Nashville Residents You will notice anincrease on your water and sewer billings beginning December I. This increase is due to the Water Bond debt retirement. Breanna Gillespie sits on Santa’s lap for a Christmas portrait at Bowens Mills’ “It’s Christmas at the Mill.” Several vendors will have holiday wares for sale inside during Bowens Mills’ annual Christmas festival. Nashville man gets jail term in ‘seduction’ case GIRL, Addison Kay, bom Nov. 3, 2001 at 2:41 p.m. to Brian and Raz Steward of Bloomington, Illinois. Weighing 6 lbs. 13 ozs. and 19 inches long. Call 945-9554 for classifieds 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 tes; I onlAy । James Thurlby, 22, of Nashville, was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court earlier this month to one year in jail with credit for 45 days served, a $1,000 fine and three years on probation on his convic­ tion of "seduction." Thurlby was allowed to plead to the five-year felony, which does not re­ quire him to register for the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry, in ex­ change for the dismissal of his original charges of second degree criminal sexual conduct and inde­ cent exposure. "The plea agreement al­ lows for there to be re­ moval from society for 12 months," said Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill. "He has a chip on his shoulder. Somehow, he’s become a Christian who stopped us­ ing drugs but still uses marijuana, who drinks more than he should and stopped having sex, but has fathered two children." Thurlby was charged af­ ter he was accused of hav­ ing sexual contact with a girl under the age of 13 on June 25 of last year. He told the court he had been back in Michigan two days when someone called the police and turned him in. "The reason I came back to Michigan was because I wanted to turn myself in," he said. "If you don’t change your ways, you’re certainly go­ ing to be headed to prison," said Fisher. Thurlby was ordered to pay $1,000 costs, to pay a probation oversight fee and to have no contact with the victims. We can help with your Christmas list! See us for personalized greeting cards, festive holiday stationery & more... from Prison aft Now is the time to place your special order! Stop out today! in the 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 Open Monday - Friday 8:30 - 6:00 • Saturday 8:30 ■ 1:00 Expires November 30, 2001 (No copyrighted pictures) Charotte Lthograph no. A division of J-Ad Graphics Call for Ma e Valley News ACT N-Ads (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m * » .. �Looking PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones PROCESSING (at Charlotte Litho) LNCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, :ed in downtown Hastings has moved 's new location just north of Hastings VI-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc1 facility at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. in :BARN! SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVERTOO SMALL! Letterheads Business Cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber Stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons Calendars Catalogs Try our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. ----------------------------------- 1 Hour or Next Day Processing---------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE — LOCATED AT — 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 s. Cochran (right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �SALE! SALE! SALE! SALE! ®X’l ^s Sleds " ea, ’’’ ’’ J'S G ^eS ^ de’ ^c/>t( tes C^®S G°°«e 5<*® fO$ /^ ter * ^es 4,C/»c*s Sn a L '9Sfhtt|s t|s -ynt heaf Do Your Christmas Shopping Early! Skil Saw 10 to 25% OFF SELECT ITEMS A®'® Gr/ncfi tl Gift Certificates Available IF WE DON'T HAVE IT, WE'LL TRY TO ORDER IT, SO STOP IN EARLY! VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street - Vermontville >6^sS v^*°' >eflces C8°’ «as Thermometers Porcelain Dolls ^*®® November 30th, December 1st Hii9h l7 and December 2nd C^S^ S^46 Or/,/s 50^ ««xiacS SbCjL bCjL Floor Jacks Friday 8 to 8; Saturday 8 to 8; Sunday 10 to 5 — •/fepo; aquosqns :jdaooe oi t£S6 St6 ITO A»uno3 Axieg jo SMau aqi flu p8 pue jduueg s6ugseg •aip o| aquosqn$ )daoov 9 )B 9i ‘osq ‘iqSiu Xspung 30IAJ3S SuiuaAa aqj 3ui -inp ppq aq yiM uisjSojd ssunsuqg s,ugjp(iqo aqj, B 3UI -Sbuii p|noAA oqM jnq ‘|bio -ads aq oj SuioS sbaa Xqsq siqj )sq) Mauq qdasof pus Xjsj/q Suiuioa sjH jnoqB apsui J3A3 Xaaqdojd Xjoab pyinj O) usSaq snsaf ‘quiq sig jo luauioiu aq) iy qusa O) JEAIJJE S(JOlAEg aq) 9M ] O4SK-9Z4 euotid mon sm l/iiaaoiip aiimuouMaaJ »66 anssu U»ds »O3g suoaa !I!W3 sao^Duioi pasta sqoojg ‘puw jo PH •«> S'9l ;na;BJj iaQ pama)g ‘aaneg ojeiuoj ‘paqstuQ ‘paaiQ SJ8JI3DJ3 jaiqaax asnoqwnoj jo qnQ •2° 91 ■daasnjd 61*$ aanos aiddv piej\ /ujuno^ uoneg g/i 8I!W <^^ loa« »dj im <^ m <io %a/i isdad «>nz •«ahv s6Bo||a^ *zo if uiDaJ3> 83| s.ftow zo frZ *uu;3 *a]A)saiuo|q i9U111 6OP»« SjUBiuajBg •japao toads tiuD >tu i/im a/fi WPimAp Buissto(Md \l99Q >WOd ’fi ’Z.W0-9ZZ. JE qojnqo aq) )3E)uoa asea|d ‘suoi) -sanb Xue aAsq noX j] *ail!A)uotu -13A ui )s uiEjiq n OSc »E pa)E00| si qo-inqj aiqig aniA)uouuaA •saaiAjas sEupsuqj (Eiaads asaq) joj sn uiof O) pa)iAui si auoXiaAg •apB-iS q)xis qSnoiqj sa3s uajp|iqa sajn)saj „sjBaA aq) jnoqSnojqj, sEtujsuqQ,, 'lUEiSoid s.JEaX siqj ’urd (IMVIS 3M aaxiKin ^• ^•oot ‘spjeo jamo pue— Aepjnies njip pooB saouj • md g-ure u ung laid z-me 6 les-'UQW wnotfaiois Buiudw MOK P»JJn»S 91 ,6V S®U 9I-0T <11 I! j sdotia M«iod paqotus ’ SSSSSSSSSSS^SSXSSSSSSSS^SSSSSSSSS JOJ Xem aq) paisdaid psq jjasiujH pog XiqSiuqy pus qUEa o) iiaAEag uiojj Xau -jnof siq apsui Surjj e o3e 8u<q )Eq) sXes Xjo)S aqj, ‘uap[nEpq II3SsnH PUB fll’PS '□ anS ^q papaia „‘8urx aqj. diqs-iOM sn jaq auiog,, ‘bibuibo sji Suiuuojiad ||im jioqo qoinqg aiqig aqj, '91 ‘39G ‘Sutujoiu XBpung uiBjSojd s,uajp[iqa pus E)E)UE0 SElU)Sljq3 s)i SuiuuBfd si qajnqg 3IQ?H a[iJA)uouijaA ZMuej SEui|sui|9 sue/d ipjniij qqig aiiiAiuouuty z\. aBej - 1.002 'a JaqtuaAON 'Aepsanj. ‘aniAqsBN ‘smbn Abhba eideifl aqi � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-12-04.pdf 0feac058443c6e8912f41aadd95c5241 PDF Text Text Published by JyAd Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 '"P.Q^Bdx/A, Nashville, Michigan Pliohe: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 49 December 4, 2001 Only 2 file for 5 seats on Nashville Village Council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Only two petitions were handed in for the five offices up for the Nashville village election election, which will be held March 11 2002. Incumbent Village Presi­ dent Frank Dunham filed for his post, which he took over earlier this year when Carroll Wolff resigned. Chelsey Wetzel, who had vied for the council trustee's seat that had been opened when Dunham moved into the president's position, has also filed for a trustee posi­ tion. She had lost the seat to Ronald Harris II, who was appointed by the coun­ cil. Wetzel is running for Har­ ris' seat, which is for one year to finish out that term. Harris tentatively has de­ cided not to run for the seat, because of the possiblility of changing jobs. Incumbents who did not turn in petitions were Steve Wheeler, Dan Kellogg and Karen Betts. Dunham said this leave a lot of uncertainty about fu­ ture of the council in Nashville. He is urging res­ idents to come out and file to be a write in candidate for the positions. To be a write-in candidate, Frank Dunham is running for village president in the March elections in Nashville. one must file with the vil­ lage office an intent to run. "They have to give their name exactly as it would run, and only names that fit that exactly by the voter are counted," he said. "I think it's important for individuals to be involved in local government," said Dunham. "They are control­ ling the future of our com­ munity." Dunham said he sees a lot of changes in the future for Nashville, and a strong working council is needed to forge ahead with these changes. "More and more people are moving into the area and we need a meaningful gov­ ernment to respond to the needs and desires of the resi­ dents." "There needs to be en­ couragement for the local business, we need to im­ prove infrastructure includ­ ing streets and roads, we have the water system im­ provements going on and in the future we need to im­ prove downtown develop­ ment and quality of life here in the village." Dunham said with all the seats open, there will be a virtually new council. "There will be periods of training and hopefully they will allow all new members to get caught up to speed on the issues." Dunham said he decided to run for president after finally feeling ready for the job. "I have been on the coun­ cil since 1995 and only re­ cently I have felt comfort­ able enough to fill that po­ sition... it takes a lot of time to get familiar with the issues and how everything works. I do want to have a council that is more active in the community and will take the steps to bring about change and improvement for everyone that lives here." American Legion Post 222 members Jack Rathburn (left) and Dean Hansen stand by some of the war memorabilia in the legion hall. Vermontville Legion post urges support for troops by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Ameri­ can Legion Post No. 222 is urging area residents to sup­ port U.S.troops abroad dur­ ing these times and the "Operation Enduring Free­ dom" campaign. The post in Vermontville has a rich history. It was es­ tablished in 1920, originally as Child's Demery Post. Vice Commander Dean Hansen said, "The American Legion organization is for all veterans who have served in war time to take care of veterans' needs, whatever legal basis for issuance of they may be, and also to work in the community." charges. "Most all veterans can Michigan law, he said, provides for a two-year, join the American Legion," high court misdemeanor said Chaplain Jack Rathcharge in the discharge of a burn. The legion started with 15 firearm with carelessness, recklessness or negligence, member, grew at one time but not willfulness or wan­ to about 90 and is balanced tonness, causing the death or out now with about 60 members, said Hansen. injury of another. "We have members from “Recklessness,” he said, requires some form of in­ all over the state — even tent. Negligence and care­ Florida," said Rathburn. Hansen said anywhere lessness are legal terms that provide for criminal penal­ from 1,200 to 1,500 World ties without evidence of any II veterans die each day, and to preserve theirs and other intent.” The statute allows for the veterans' memories, the post potential of criminal prose­ has had a hand in several area memorials and monu­ cution for a negligent act. “There are two reasons ments.There is the Grand Army for this severe penalty with­ out any requirement of in­ of the Republic memorial tent,” McNeill explained, basket by the Vermontville “the taking of the life of an­ Congregational Church to other and the voluntary deci­ honor civil war veterans. There is a memorial in sion to assume the responsi­ bility of taking a firearm central park for Vietnam veterans, and a memorial afield.” McNeill said the woman honoring all veterans that was donated by the Swift See no charges, page 3 family and stands in Wood- Hunter who fired fatal shots won’t be charged by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter A 40-year-old Eaton Rapids woman who accidentally shot and killed Nashville hunter Lyone Hammond Nov. 17 will not be prosecuted, Barry County Prose­ Shane cutor Gordon McNeill announced Friday.. “It is the opinion of this office, in consultation with the family of the victim, the offender in this instance does not warrant formal prosecution and that is the reason for this resolution,” said McNeill. “I met with both the individual involved and her husband. They both were extremely remorseful and appropriate for both her circumstance and the loss suffered by the victim’s family.” Although McNeill did not ask the woman to enter into a formal agreement, he noted that he would consider authorizing charges at a later date if she hunts again within the next five years, if she does not perform 100 hours of community service work and if she fails to speak of her experience to hunter safety classes. Hammond, 78, was on his Baltimore Township property near South M-37 and Cloverdale Road when he was pronounced dead from the single gunshot wound to the neck shortly after the 10:45 a.m. incident. The hunter was in an adjacent field when she fired four shots from a 20-gauge shotgun at a deer, Trooper Bryan Fuller reported after the accident. “One missed shot found its way approximately 167 yards into Hammond’s deer blind,” Fuller said. Hammond’s family does not blame the woman who fired the gun, said the victim’s daughter, LouAnn Case of Dowling. “I know he’d never hold it against this woman because it was an accident,” Case said. “We all feel that way.” McNeill explained despite his decision, there is some This monument, donated by the Swift family to honor all service people, stands in the Woodlawn cemetery which has over 200 veterans buried there. lawn Cemetery, where more than 220 veterans are buried. "On Memorial Day, we hold services at the Ver- montville Congregational Church then go over to the See supporting troops, pg. 2 In This Issue Prescott celebrating 25 years as teacher, artist Sports writer receives accolades from MV School Board Man arrested after pointing loaded gun Deputies seeking hit and run driver �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4, 2001 - Page 2 Supporting troops, continued from front page park and have a service for Vietnam veterans," said Harness. Hansen said services to honor veterans have been held at all three memorials. There is also a tank that stands in the memorial park downtown. "That was the brain child of Commander Bill Stan­ ton," Hansen said. "It was an empty lot and instead of having it just sit open, he arranged for the tank and a plaque in memorial for all veterans." The Legion is active in the community, offering scholarships for students, serving sausage and pan­ cakes during the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Fes­ tival, sponsoring area Boy Scouts, supporting school activities, contributing to local agencies (most re­ cently toward the Ver­ montville Fire and Ambu­ lance's defibrillator and to­ ward Christmas baskets for the needy), providing color guard upon request for veter­ ans' funerals, among other things. Rathburn and Hansen said moral support for troops is essential right now. Both know from experience .— Rathburn is a Korean War Veteran and Hansen is a World War II vet. "I think we had better support them because they are fighting for our freedoms and the right to keep that freedom," said Hansen. "Any moral support from home builds their morale and confidence. "A good example of why it is so important to support our troops is the Vietnam War. That was a hard war A Custom Made Pre-Inked Rudber Stamp! SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY SERVICE •A crisp & clean imprint every time •Completely re-inkable •50,000 lifetime impressions Made right here for Super Fast service A GREAT GIFT IDEA! Special Services: Color Copies Biding & Laminating Back & White Copies Specialty Papers ~ > & textures available Film Processing J• -a 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 Graphics in the Gray Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 This tank, which resides in the memorial park in Vermontville, was the brain child of commander Bill Stanton, said legion member Dean Hansen. for veterans because it was a non-popular war. That's probably why you saw a lot of problems with Vietnam vets because they did not get the support and only years later did they get it. Now that they are getting the support you are seeing some good members come from there. But right after the war, members from there were not joining the Legion in big numbers. They were fed up with the way they were treated and they came back from the war and they did not want anything to do with it any more." Times have changed tradi­ tional methods of support, said Hansen. Recent developments have made it so that the ad­ dresses of those serving are not given out so the public cannot send letters or care packages. This has came about because of the anthrax threat. What we can recom­ mend now is to go to any Veterans Hospital and vol­ unteer or check with local veterans' groups to see what you can do to help. "Also give blood, fly the flag and give moral support to the cause, that really helps keep their spirits up." "We have a pretty active post and our commander has This basket memorial stands by the Vermontville Congregational Church and honors all the civil war veterans. a lot to do with that. Com­ mander Bill Stanton has tried really hard to keep this post together and active in the community." LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St.,"Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville. Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Some­ one Special." For information call 1­ 616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School........... .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.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 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. Corner 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 REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship.............................. 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1Z2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................... 9:45 Morning Worship.................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 FIRST GRESHAM UNITED CONGREGATIONAL METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville 110 S. Main. Vermontville Morning Worship................ 1 a.m. Church School ................... 0a.m. Hwy. on Mulliken Road Fellowship Time After Worship Church Service ............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................. 10 Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class............................... 10:50 REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday School A.M. Service P.M. Service 10 a 11:15a 6p PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service....... ................. 7 Wed. Service ..... ........ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. S.unday School 11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON . At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED .. METHODIST CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... . 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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 Sunday School .................... to a.m. Church Service.................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................. .9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4, 2001 - Page 3 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Dec. 5 Nachos, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/1 pt. milk. Thursday, Dec. 6 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pepperoni Pizza, California blend veg., bread sticks, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Dec. 7 Mini-pancakes, link sausage, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Dec. 10 Hot dog, cheetos, while kernel com, apple, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Dec. 11 French bread pizza, green beans, pear halves, Goldfish Crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu pizza, chicken sandwich, wede, applesauce, juice, potato bar. Choose Two - milk. Garden salad, whole kernel Monday, Dec. 10 com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Choose One Double Thursday, Dec. 6 dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ Choose One - Spaghetti, wich, salad bar. Choose Two pizza, cheeseburger, taco - Garden salad, spaghettis, bar. Choose Two - Garden apple, juice, milk. salad, California blend veg., Tuesday, Dec. 11 peaches, juice, milk. Choose One - Fiestada Friday, Dec. 7 (Mexican Pizza), cheese­ Choose One - Quarter burger, pizza, taco bar. pounder, pizza, chicken Choose Two - Garden salad, sandwich, salad bar. Choose green beans, applesauce, Two - Garden salad, potato juice, milk. Wednesday, Dec. 5 Choose One - Nachos, No charges, from front page Dulls celebrate 50th anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Dull of Nashville will be cele­ brating 50 years together on December 8, 2001 with an open house at Putnam Park, Nashville, Mich., from 1 to 5 p.m. Friends and family welcome. Scouts recycling slated for Dec. 8 Sunfield Boy Scouts will have recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 8. The scouts will take news- HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 _______$4.50 Kids all shows_______ $4.75 DAILY Matinees til 6pm & Seniors paper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; alumium, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; magazines, tied or in gro­ cery bags, (no Reader’s Digest). Recyclers are asked not to drop items off early. Next recycling date will be Feb. 9, 2002. has no criminal history, she dent,” he said. “It is the is a licensed hunter, was ob­ opinion of the trooper there serving all applicable hunt­ was no evidence of gross ing regulations, was not us­ negligence in the discharge ing alcohol or controlled of the weapon... there ap­ substances and she took “all pears to be little benefit to statutory notification steps formal criminal prosecu­ upon realization of the acci- tion.” Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... eal Pe°ple- Hometown people who will help you through the details of buying insurance $5.00 Students & Late Shows Fri & Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Refill* a -2Se Corn Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View [THE GIFT OF MOVIES $10 Book Plus $1 Free GIFT CERTIFICATES! $20 Book Plus $2 Free OWENMILSON SHOWTIMES 12/03 ■ 12/06 O BEHIND ENEMY LINES (PG-13) 0I6ITAL/STADIUM SEATING 11: 30, 1:35, 4:00, 7:00, 9:15 HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE (PG) 2 PRINTS/ 2 SCREENS I: 20, 4:15, 7:10, 10:00 DIGITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 12: 00, 3:00, 6:10, 9:05 MONSTERS, INC. (G) I1: 00, 1:00, 3:20. 5:30, 7:40, 9:45 ESS 20oz.DRiNK with $1.50 (1/2 price) purchase of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn nor one par ad ® Hastings 4 R R WWW.GQTI.COM 1 R Santa’s Secret or making a claim. While some insurance companies Shop planned are no more than an 800 number and a voice The Maple Valley PTO once again will be host for a Santa’s Secret Shop for the students of Maple Valley’s elementary schools Dec. 10­ 14 and the PTO is looking for volunteers to help chil­ dren do some holiday shop­ ping for their families. Santa’s Secret Shop pro­ vides a wide variety of gifts at reasonable prices and allows younger shoppers to purchase “secret” Christmas gifts for their loved ones in a safe, comfortable atmos­ phere. Those interested in volunteering for this holiday event, may call chairpersons: Fuller Street Elementary, Lisa at 852-0231, or Maplewood Elementary, Sherry at 726-0748. Call945-9554lor • * s Maple ValleyNews ACTION-MSl mail menu, we’re here to help—in good times and in bad—year after year. duto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TkbNo Prob(&m P?jopf.t* TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. December 4. 2001 - Page 4 Pat Prescott celebrating 25 yearsasteacher, artist by Shawna Hubbarth B Staff Writer Pat Prescott never thought herself to be artis­ tic, but here she is, along­ side her husband, celebrating 25 years of making her liv­ ing as a ceramics instructor and artist. The Prescotts were pack­ ing up last Thursday to at­ tend a show in Wings Sta­ dium in Kalamazoo with 400 other crafters. Any­ where from 30,000 to 60,000 attendants are ex­ pected to attend Pat worked at Hover Ball Bearing company almost 30 years ago, when the com­ pany pulled up roots and moved to Alabama. She took two years off as she contemplated what she Pat and Cleo Prescott have just finished this ceramic nativity scene to donate to the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Pat Prescott spends hours painting the ceramic pieces once they have been fired. wanted to do. "A friend kept saying that I should do ceramics, and I said, no, no, I am not artis­ tic at all... Well, two weeks of it and I was hooked. I never thought I would be doing this but here I am," she said. Finally persuaded by a friend to go for her certifica­ tion to teach, she attended a six-week course and then taught for several years at SEE US FOR A LL 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) Maple Valley Adult Educa­ tion and out of her home. "One spring the students wanted to keep working on their projects after the class ended so we started in my kitchen. Finally, I con­ vinced Cleo to take the trailer out of the garage and I just took the place over, then we just kept adding on." "She took over that space and then took over my car space!" joked Cleo. That building now houses all of the Prescotts' equip­ ment including four kilns to fire the pieces, a slip ma­ chine, and over 2,000 molds to make all different pieces. "Back then we worked on card tables and water buck­ ets," said Pat smiling. The process of making a ceramic piece starts with pouring it into the mold, letting it dry a bit, taking it out and cutting it (taking off the seams). From there the piece is fired in the kiln, which can reach tempera­ tures of 18-2,300 degrees F, and cooled. It then is hand painted by Pat and glazed or stained. Each mold, said Pat, only can be used around a hundred or so times, before it starts to lose its detail from the wearing away from the sand in the mix. The Prescott's sell just about every kind of ceramic piece, from practical to or­ namental. What is popular right now, said Pat, is patriotic pieces. "One of our special pieces right now is of a firefighter with a child in his arms, amid rubble — that is a re­ ally nice piece." Cleo is a former fire­ fighter and fire chief, many times, Pat said. In the early days, he would be called out onto a fire and leave the pieces poured and they would go bad. "He had to leave so fast to go out on call... well that's what we have a reclaimer for," she laughed. The re­ claimer takes the piece and puts it back to useable pour­ ing form. Cleo is a retired mail car­ rier. Other popular items are replicas of Michigan light­ houses, seasonal items and animals. Continued next page For the Prescott's, their ceramic business is a joint venture. Here they help each other pull pieces from the kiln. Little’s Country Storeta 5781 Thornapple Lk Rd., Nashville g Cozy Kitties, Wolues, Unicorns, Eagles, Wizards and Dragons, Hummingbirds, Angels & White Tigers, plus lots more. We Train. You Gain. Wick Buildings, a well-known manufacturer and builder of industrial and agri-buildings, is looking for individuals to work on Construction crews out of" Nashville, Mich., area. No experience is necessary. * Competitive Wage Comprehensive Insurance Pkg. Vacation, Holidays, 401K Plan Call Today! 1-800-356-9682, press 7 email: mfo@Wick Buildings.com "An equal opportunity employer" Buildings A product of Wick Building Systems, Inc. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4, 2001 - Page 5 From previous page "The economy is a bit bad and so we are doing a lot of practical things right now." Helping her get ready for the shows is Debbie Williams and her grand­ daughter, Lindsey Martin, also helps in the summer time. Martin started helping when she was 9 years old and is now 16, Pat said. The Prescotts' winter in Florida and each down there too. Pat now teaches classes one night a week. "If someone would have told me this is what I would be doing all these years, well, I would not have be­ lieved them. I did not think I was artistic at all, but here we are," Pat said laughing as she packed up for the show. Fiction: The Blue Last by Martha Grimes; Good Har­ bor by Anita Diamant; Dese­ cration by Tim LaHaye; D is for Deadbeat by Sue Graf­ ton; The Kiss by Danielle Steel; Isle of the Dog by Patricia Cornwell; Safely Call 945-9554 for Maple Valiev News classified ads Pat Prescott said patriotic ceramic pieces such as these are selling well right Home by Randy Alcorn; Death in Paradise by Parker; The World Below by Sue Miller; Midnight Bayou, Back when were were grownups by Anne Tyler; The Honk and Holler Open­ ing Soon by Billie Letts; Eddie’s Bastard by William Kowalski; Evening News by Marly Swick; Rattlesnack Crossing by J. A. Jance; Duane’s Depressed and The Late Child by Larry Mc­ Murtry. Western: Wild Gun: Hostile Country by Jack Hanson. Young Adults: #13 The Showdown, #14 Judgment Day, #15 Battling the Commander, #16 Fire From Heaven, #18 The Darkening Skies by Jerry Jenkins; Victoria by Anna Kirwan; Maria Antoinette by Kathryn Lasky. Non-Fiction: Eat Right For Your Type by Dr. Peter J. D’Adams; The Forgetting (Alzheimer’s Portrait of an Epidemic) by David Shenk; Uplift (Story of Breast Can­ cer and Surviving) by Bar­ bara Del insky; My Ear Hurts by M. Friedman, MD; The Carpal Tunnel Help Book by Dr. Scott M. Fried; German for Dummies; Crossing Over and One Last Time by John Edwards; The Ameri­ can Century Thesaurus; The K & W Guide to College for. Students with Learning Disabilities. Christian Fiction: Octo­ ber Song by Beverly Lewis; The Meeting Place by Janette Oke; The Sacred Shore by Janette Oke; The Treasure Principle, Ishbane Conspiracy, Safely Home by Randy Alcorn. Audio Books: Isle of Dogs by Patricia Cornwell; Last Man Standing by David Baldacci. Cleo Prescott stands by some of the nearly 15,000 different molds the Prescott's use for their ceramic business in Vermontville. look pop uiinuep sDOPti uvepviiiiis in m uieelfs paver Kitchen Art Sleds tor®® Barta Barta 500 watt Halegen Flaad Light 500 watt Wert Light SK*8 7-1/4” Circular Saw Ctartw 10-Taklesaw 1 3 hp motor 13 amp electrical rating 10’ blade 5/8 arbor 160 • 7-1/4" tungsten carbide tip (TCT) 1 Ball bearing construction 14000 rpm. 10 amp motor 3-pc. telescopic pole with twist/l ock Protective steel grill Insulated carry handle for safe ad­ adjustment justing and handling Fully adjustable tripod Lamp head is fully adjustable Gast aluminum lamp housing 0-45* bevel cut Safety lock-off High visibility powder coated yellow trigger switch Quality 1200 volt halogen light 4800 rpm no-load speed Quality 120 volt halogen light Steel base has full angle adjustment blade v A*W CU1 SQ69 18V HD Cordless Drills Circular Saw Bench GrlnVers BKfel 3/8" Hang Drill Single speed and reverstole Lock-on button for continuous drilling Double insulated 3.75 amp motor v IMft 3/8’ key style chuck • Full range of heavy-duty industrial quality models * UL approved $’ • 1/2 hp. motor'IB-00 arbor size >3600 rpm I 8" Bench GrlnUer Model BT 1004 U Weathervanes 002500 Select-a-Spice Auto-Measure Carousel Powerful 18 volt cordless drill and • Tough metal construction • Complete and ready to use with little or no assembly 6 Bench Grinder Model BT 1002- Starting att $| Adjust-a-Rack batteries, 1-hour fast charger, UL/CAS listed High impact ABS carrying case v | D $1139 0010000 circular saw Indudes two 18 volt Panasonic* Rooster 0015100 Adjust-a-Measure 1/2 Cup Scoop 1 • 1 hp. motor *2/3" OD arbor size *3500 rpm 0014100 0016320 Hummingbirds !££*• Jigsaw Barta 16-gc Certless Drill Set 6 drill bits • 2 slot bits • 2 phillips bits 1 screwdriver bit extension socket 2 posidrive bits 5 WK WAl 5 drill bits • 6 slot bits • 6 torx bits 1/2" Hammer Drill Variable speed and reversible 13000 strokes per minute Choice of hammer or drilling modes 1 Sliding blade safety shield 6 sockets 1-1/4" drive socket driver Extra handle and depth gauge $Q/|1 ■1/2 "key chuck 4 amp motor Built-in level Q U< UJOo 3 amps • Foot pivots 0-45* Accepts universal jig saw blades Vacuum hose port 1।| Barta is van Heavy­ 30-gc Titanium Drill Bit Cardless Dual range 1 Electronic variable speed 1 Reversible motor w/d i reel ion brake 3/8’ Jacobs’ keyless chuck 16 torque settings 12.1 amps • 10,000 orbits per minute Easy-on, easy-grip sandpaper dips Ball bearing construction Vacuum hose poart Drill speed: 0-360 rpm low. 0-1100 rpm high !*£*! 1/2" Sheet Setter f Lock-on switch for continuous sanding $JQ A/|m39 Spring clips for easy loading Easy empty dust bag 10,000 orbits per minute $Q79 Baker’s Delight Gift Set HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm <?■£*• Palm Sailer Heavy-duty ball bearing motor Roof Mount Available 1 Single speed 6 hex bits • 3 posidrive bits 3 phillips bits 1 screwdriver bit extension socket $049 Adjust-a-Measure Tsp. & Tbsp Michigan State & Univer. of Michigan 39-pc Cart­ less Drill Long-lasting titanium nitride coated drill bit set fits all 3/8" drills Lasts up to 6 times longer than standard bits Penetrates 75% faster Bits can be sharpened 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com V/SA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4, 2001 Page 6 Equine chiropractic clinic will be Saturday by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville veterinarian Dr. Tamera Cohoon-Reist and riding instructor Stephanie Thorne will have an equine chiropractic clinic to celebrate their recent completion of training in the field. Cohoon-Reist, a vet at Vermontville Veterinary Service, and Thorne, owner of Trail's End Ranch, com­ pleted course work to learn how to adjust horses and other animals, which can clear up behavior problems that are based on pain. "Tamera took the course to add it to her vet practice. I took it because I wanted to adjust my own horses," said Thorne, who currently owns 15 horses. Thorne said what started everything for her was that she had a horse, Scooter, who was having back prob­ lems. "Some of the sudden changes for worse in behav­ ior can mean they need to be adjusted or are having mus­ cle spasms or pain," she ex­ plained. "Behaviors such as Dr. Tamera Cohoon-Reist and Stephanie Thorne use wooden steps to adjust this horse. Dr. Tamera Cohoon-Reist and Stephanie Thorne adjust the neck of Scooter. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 “5S HMS MLS Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.............................................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................................................................... 852-5066 VACANT LAND JUST LISTED! BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE! $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate: Call Jerry for all the “info". Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com Suitabe for "walk-out" base­ ment, wooded, good location, all surveyed. Call Nyle for "details". (VL-150) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS SURVEYED, PERKED fir DRIVE­ WAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay fie are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) 8 ACRES WITH 5000 SQ. FT. COMMERCIAL BUILDING PRICED REDUCED! NOW $89,900!!! NASHVILLE "RIVERFRONT" 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (H-147) Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on fie off Iman1 parkin9- Charming Iman1. small town "Cafe". Cal CallHl JJerry 1e4r8ry for full details. (H-148) Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". LIST­ ED AT $125,000! Assumable mortgage (CH-127) Bathrooms, retail area, ware­ house facility, many possibili­ ties, land contract terms posible. Call Hyle today for all the details. (VL-151) 4 ACRE BUILDING SITE Perked and surveyed, mature apple trees to surround your new home. Land contract terms possible. Call Hyle to see how easy it may be to own this piece of the countryside. (VL-152) WANT PRIVACY? "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS!! SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON 2+ WOODED ACRES. This 7+ acres located 1/4 mile off the road with mature fruit trees fir grapes this property is a must see. Call Hyle for your pri­ vate showing. (VL-155) 5.6 ACRES WITH 5 VARIETIES OF FRUIT TREES Mature grapes secluded setting, manufactured homes welcome with restrictions. Call Hyle for all the details. (VL-154) PEACEFUL "COUNTRY LIVING" With this 3 bedroom mobile home on one acre. Double roof over home, 2 car garage & storage shed, well groomed lawn with large gar­ den space. 1 1/2 miles from town. Call Homer. (CH-149) $23,900 BUYS THIS 2.4 ACRES Perked and surveyed, potential walkout site, mature fruit trees, seller assist terms possible. (VL-153) having a horse that suddenly does not want to be ridden, or caught in the field, sud­ den bucking, stumbling, ears pinning back, and stumbling, among others. Scooter started to not want to come to me when I went out to get her. She also was standing alone in the field." Thorne said poor saddle fit is one of the biggest prob­ lems with a horse’s back. "Thats why if one attends the chiro clinic with their horse it is important to bring their saddle for evalua­ tion." Sudden falls can also be cause for a horse to need chiropractic care. "See that horse coming in from the field?" Thorne pointed at a Palomino with mud streaked down one of her hind legs and hip. "She would be a great candidate for a check, its muddy out in the fields right now and she probably took a fall." Thorne said that many of these indicator problems also could mean that a horse needs their teeth checked. "Horses are curious ani­ mals though — many will still do what we ask of them even though it hurts -— that's the nature of the horse." ■ Cahoon-Reist said these problems are most often seen in performance horses, horses that are roping, team penning, hunter jumpers, dressage and barrel racers. "Many behavior problems can be the result of a pain response. What the chiro­ practic work can do is the manipulation of the joints qf the spine. We work the lower extremities also. None of this is with force or with mallets, it is all firm hands on manipulation." ’ "You don't have to hear a Vermontville vet Dr. Tamera Cohoon-Reist and riding instructor Stephanie Thorne will be holding a chiropractic clinic for horses December 8. Nashville Maple Syrup Association Real Estate WOODLAND: Unique, historical home has been totally renovated. Very open floor plan,, main floor laundry, tongue and groove ceilings, master bedroom has lots of closet space. Finished lower level has 2 bedrooms, full bath, and a spacious family area, $149,900. Century 21 Pearson-Cook 954-0990, Jennifer Cooper 262-4544 SMA1JCOOP-A J ANNUAL MEETING « w Thursday, December 6, 2001 7:00 p.m. < Castleton Township Hall < Nashville jL Bonnie White Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. instructor, who also boards horses at her ranch. She said she plans to work to gain her master certification in the next year or so. Cahoon-Reist received her degree from Michigan State University. She has been practicing in Vermontville since 1997. The open house which will feature a discounted rate for the chiropractic care will be Saturday, Dec. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with no ap­ pointment necessary. Phone Thorne at (517) 852-9720 or Cahoon Reist at (517) 726­ 0792 for more details. "As far as I know we are the first to offer this service in this area and there is a large demand," said Thome. "This will be a kick-off clinic and in the future we hope to hold them more regularly." loud popping with horses as with humans. You just feel which side is out, locate the problem and determine the technique." Cahoon-Reist said that they also are practiced in a pre-race technique that can enhance speed performing horses. While Cahoon-Reist is fully licensed to give chiro­ practic care, Thorne, as a non vet, can only assist and perform on her own horses. "I don't believe it’s possi­ ble to harm the horse, only help them with these tech­ niques," said Thorne. "We have seen many horses and riders seek this treatment with great results. I have noticed a tremendous differ­ ence in Scooter. Now I ad­ just her once a month and she is healthy and happy." Thome is a certified riding w # 517-852-9189 * * * ' V#T W W1 !' » — S i Jliiili *lAi r ^1 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday December 4. 2001 - Page 7 Sports writer earns accolades from school board orandparcfli fli fOr e ®®pccia cc ia <*•Aa * make floliday cards & photos add a personal touch to any message you send! "’’Was • 'Wtikj JSjj Kfeiim Let us help you capture the moments with photos & cards of the season! hJ! SIKtlJJj, HOLIDAY PHOTO CARDS ’Mio8W,8|| Aifeih, Superintendent Clark Volz presents Maple Valley Sports writer Jon Gambee with a Maple Valley pride pin for his coverage of the football team. ilktsetedi. Wit ^fwnxRddii' 'Wai 'Asluislten steimtit il s. I km Wajlfaj xWdi&rLhlai- imM ttimliiikhi xibappy,'koftloUfac regularly.' by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley News sports writer Jon Gambee was honored at last month's school board meeting for his dedication to the Maple Val­ ley football team and the coverage he provides. Gambee, who follows the football team and writes up articles for the Maple Valley News, is not paid for his work. Superintendent Clark Volz said that the school board wanted to honor Gambee for his dedication. "The board wanted to honor him, not only for his dedication, but we wanted to say as a group how we feel his writing captures how our community feels about our young men, the coaches and Maple Valley football," said Volz. Maple Valley News editor 'The board wanted to honor him, not only for his dedication, but we wanted to say as a group how we feel his writing captures how our community feels about our young men, the coaches and Maple Valley football." - Supt. Clark Volz David T. Young, said Gam­ bee has devoted countless hours to the football team and writing about the Lion's truly is a passion for him. "Jon was a sports editor for the Dowagiac Daily News in the early '70s. He now works in a juvenile home, but he just wasn't able to get his love of sports writing out of his system." ‘Road to Bethlehem' set for Dec. 9 elDd*ia The Vermontville United Methodist Church will pre­ sent the musical Christmas drama "The Road to Bethle­ hem," written by Dennis and Nan Allen, at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, at the church. The musical details the journey and beginning lead­ ing to the birth of Jesus. In the musical, Mary and Joseph encounter skeptics, gossips, and an arrogant innkeeper and one tender hearted child. Young said Gambee first covered the team in the playoffs in 1997, because JAd Graphics' sports editor had another game to cover at the same time. "We went out there to­ gether to cover the game and Jon just immediately fell in love with the Lions' pro­ gram and has been covering ■ them ever since." Young said, "He is unpaid and he does this not for the money, but for the love of high school sports, the game and-the kids." Gambee, who is quite humble about his contribu­ tion's to the team said that he writes to make the team happy. "As long as the kids are happy with my writing, then I am happy," said Gambee. Volz said the board en­ joyed the chance to honor Gambee, and presented him with a Maple Valley Pride pin, which goes to people who go above and beyond to contribute to the commu­ nity and school. "He really does this of his own volition and really en­ joys Maple Valley foot­ ball," said Volz. "That all comes through in his writ­ ing." Personalize your greetings by inserting that special photo in our holiday card holders. Choose from our large selection & order now! 10 ct. pkg. w/10 envelopes from $7-49 CHRISTMAS FUN FRAMES by Possibilities Designed to inspire holiday cheer, these festive frames make a great gift idea when you add that special photo! PERSONALIZED HOLIDAY LABELS Choose one of our many designs or create a label ofyour own* 150 LABELS - ‘8.50 250 LABELS - *9.50 500 LABELS - *11.00 'Personal designs $5.00 extra Check out all our Special Services: 35MM & APS Processing Business Cards Color Posters Call for Maple Valley “ ws ACTION-Ms 45-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Folding & Collating Laminating Color & B/W Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4, 2001 - Page 8 Business Services For Sale Garage Sale HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. BERBER CARPET: OAT­ MEAL brand new. 1,000 feet. (Bought new, never used.) Cost $1,200. Sell $495. (50c/foot) (517)204-0600. 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing? Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and bro­ chures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (616)945­ 9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M­ 43 Hwy., Hastings. Card ofThanks THE FAMILY OF Gary Vorce would like to thank every­ one for the flowers, food, donations and kind words at the time of his passing. Kelly, Zachary & Tyson. CHINA CABINET, curved glass doors, mirrored back, glass shelves, $250. Office chair, oak, caned set and back, swivel base, $365. Ru­ by shade hall light antique, $70. Two show cases, $50 & $75. Call (616)945-4505 for more information. KING AMISH LOG bed in­ cludes mattress's. (Bought new, never used.) Cost $1,200. Sell $250. 1(517)626­ 7089. QUEEN LOG BED. Amish made w/mattress's. Bought new, never used. Cost $900. Sell $185. (517)626-7089. In Memoriam For Rent 1 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS apartment available after December 5th, $300 + utilit­ ies & deposit. No pets. Call (517)852-0812 for application & appointment for inter­ view. NICE 1 & 2 BEDROOM apartments for rent, Nash­ ville, references, (517)852­ 0852. IN MEMORY OF Mattie C. Reynolds who passed away 2 yrs. ago Dec. 6,1999. Our hearts still ache with sadness, we shed many a si­ lent tear, God alone knows how much we miss you at the end of 2 years. William A. Reynolds Sr., Al & Sheri Reynolds, Joan Felzke & grandchildren. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, posters, and all your printing needs. Printing Plus Mobile Homes REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 FIRST TIME HOME buyers! We represent severed banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/REGISTRATION CLERK- to $12.00/hr & up. Many shifts available. Training ASAP. (616)949­ 2424 Jobline Fee. LIGHT PACKAGING/ASSEMBLY- TO $12.17/hr+ great benefits! Major compa­ ny. Training many now. (616)949-2424. Jobline Fee. mailroom/property/ CLERK IN CORREC­ TIONS- to $10.96/hr. Great advancement & potential .working with inmates. Entry level. Only interviewing for short time. (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. MODELS- TO $50/HR. Cat­ alog, Runway. Males/females- Training, many need­ ed!! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. ROUTE DRIVER TO $800/wk+ benefits/small cargo-truck. Training pro­ vided! Daily route hiring now!! (616)949-2424 Jobline Fee. 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. A/ the gray bam or call 945-9105 GREAT SELECTION of. USED EQUIPMENT □ 1997 Sabre 16 hp., 46” deck, hydro. □ 1981 JD 111 38” deck. Snow thrower available □ 1988 JD 160 38” deck. Blade available. □ (3) 1993 JD LX176 38” deck. Snow thrower available. □ (2) 1992, 1995 JD STX38 Grapplers open new season The Maple Valley varsity wrestling team opened its season on Nov. 29 against a tough Lakewood team, ranked third in the state in Division 2, and lost 66-18. The brightest spot for Ma­ ple Valley was Jason Sils­ bee, who pinned Lakewood All-State performer Ryan Terry in 1:48 at 160 pounds. Josh Grasman (215) and Ben Swan (275) also won by pin for the Lions. The next action for the varsity is Saturday in the Jeff Lehman Memorial Tournament at Middleville. 38” decks □ Yanmar 3 Cy. Diesel 60 deck. □ 1993 IH 1641 46" deck, 42” snow Nice! thrower & blade. □ Several JD 425.. .to choose from! □ 1999 JD 445 60” deck. Cab & snow blade available. □ 1995 JD 855 Compact diesel deck. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Robert William Ray VERMONTVILLE Robert William Ray passed away Sunday, Nov. 25, 2001 at Hospice House of Mid Michigan in Lansing at the age of 83. He was bom May 8, 1918 in Chester, Michigan, the son of Clyde and Cora D. (Uhl) Ray. Robert married Frances Ann Youngs on Sept. 4, 1940; they were married over 60 years. Robert retired from Fisher Body/General Motors in 1975. He was a lifelong res­ ident of Saubee Lake , he loved the lake and enjoyed the outdoors. He and his wife also loved to travel. □ (2) Snow Throwers Available for JD 108, 111, 116 Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 0J ohn Deere 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. T. 616.945.9526 Hastings. Ml 49058 F. 616.945.5958 HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7am-5pm; Thu. 7am-6pm; I Sat. 7am-12noon www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com graveside service was held Friday, Nov. 30, 2001 at the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the Hospice House of Mid Michigan or the Sunfield Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth Scholarship Fund aka (S.P.Y.’s), c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. Arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information, log onto www.legacy.com. Mabel M. (Richard) Capron ST. JOHNS- Mabel M. Richard Capron, age 88, for­ merly of Lake Odessa, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2001 at Hazel Findlay Country Manor in St. Johns, MI. Mabel was bom on Aug. 10, 1913 in Odessa Township to Charles and Ada (Foght) Champlin. She graduated from Lake Odessa High School in 1931. In 1935, Mabel married Wayne Richard and worked with him in a family busi­ ness until his death in 1965. Following Wayne’s death she worked as a store clerk in Lake Odessa and as a Nurse’s Aide at Pennock Hospital. In 1969 she married William Capron, and after their retirement in 1978 they moved to Ocala, FL. After living in Florida for many years they returned to Lake Odessa to live. Mabel had been a long­ time faithful member of the Lakewood United Methodist Church. She was a devoted caregiver and a very kind sweet lady. Mabel loved her family and was always baking cookies for them. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant son; her husbands, Wayne Richard and William Capron; and her brother, Charles. Mabel will be sadly missed by her sister, Carol Enz; her son, Charles (Elaine) Richard; granddaughter, Deborah (Dan) Quisenberry; great grand­ daughters, Jessica and Brooke; step-daughter, Karen Zimmer; step-grand- □ Several Front Mount Mowers ...to choose from! Mr. Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Ann Youngs Ray, June 28, 2001; also a sister, Thora Feltz; both his parents; a grandson, Dion, and a great granddaughter, Jessica. Surviving are his three children, Rebecca (Doug) Scott of California, Don (Carol ) Ray of Sunfield, and Sue (Alex) Villanueva of Vermontville; 12 grand­ children; 31 great grandchil­ dren; and one great great granddaughter. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2001 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher A Chapel in Sunfield. Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 snfX r5 children, Mary Gallagher and Rick Zimmer; and step­ great grandchildren, Erin and Danielle. The funeral service was held on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2001 at the Koops Funeral Chapel. Burial was in Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lakewood United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa. Holland Herbert Burkett BELLEVUE Holland Herbert Burkett, 92, of Bellevue, Mich., died Friday, Nov. 30, 2001 in Hastings, Mich. Mr. Burkett was bom May 4, 1909 in Eaton County, Mich., the son ofClaude and Florence (Griffith) Burkett He was an avid fisher­ man, loved fishing with his son-in-law and friends, and tinkering in the garage. He always had gum for every­ one. He is survived by his wife, Isabelle; daughters, Flora Cousins ofBellevue; Rachel (James) Clark of Lake Odessa; 15 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and brother Robert (Fern) Burkett. Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 3 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Rev. Lester DeGroot offici­ ated. Interment was at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo Township. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. Big Brothers Big Sisters A Community Of Caring SR. CASEWORKER, FULL-TIME POSITION in Barry County. Experience in volunteer and youth services, marketing and program development. Responsible for interviewing and matching chil­ dren to adults. Bachelor’s degree in Human Service, preferably SW. Hiring range $23,840$29,800 depending on experience. Competitive benefits. Send resume by 12/21/01 to Big Brothers Big Sisters, 605 Howard St., Kalamazoo, MI 49008 or email BBBS@BBBScommunity.org, E.O.E. - TW-i j Cobs Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726 ‘270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich- Lie. #23-1748 i �The Macle Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4,2001 - Page 9 Maple Grove resident victim of home robbery T r oop e r s rrnm frronmm iko r itkhoe HUoc-f Uoacs-ft- ** I ''mnnorc m n n o r c '•“IfflSIU! ings Post of the Michigan State Police are investigat­ ing a report last Friday morning of an armed robbery/home invasion that oc­ curred in Maple Grove Township. Police said their initial investigation has revealed that three black male sus­ pects entered a residence on M-66 Highway in Maple Grove Township at about 8:30 a.m. Nov. 30. One suspect reportedly bran­ dished a small caliber hand­ gun at the homeowner and ordered him to the ground. This suspect pulled the phone lines out of the wall and held the homeowner at gunpoint while the other two other men stole items from inside the residence and loaded the property in the suspect vehicle. One of the items stolen was a large safe, but the to­ tal amount of cash hidden inside was not known. The homeowner was not injured in the incident. The suspect vehicle has been described as a dark col­ ored or black mid-sized early 1990s, four-door Oldsmo­ bile product. The homeowner also told police that the day before this incident, the suspect who brandished the weapon Friday had been at the vic­ tim's residence inquiring /• «« 6 /•feet t«a«ll or taller and medium to slender build. This man was said to have had shorter wavy hair and wore gold-framed circular­ style glasses. A composite drawing was made of the suspect. The two other suspects are of similar age but were shorter than the suspect with the handgun. Any person who has in­ formation about this com­ plaint or anyone who can Tailoring a The Barry Community Foundation offers a range of philanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Conununity Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geographical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the chari­ table organizations and causes to be con­ sidered for grants. They can be established in two forms: A composite drawing of one of the suspects in a robbery reported Friday morning in Maple Grove Township. about a vehicle for sale. The suspect had a female with him while negotiating the sale with the homeowner. The suspect promised to re­ turn later that afternoon to complete the transaction, but did not show. The sus- pect was reported to be driv­ ing a 1988-1993 two-tone gray Chrysler New Yorker in this encounter. The suspect who held the homeowner on the ground at gun point is described as a black male, mid-20s, about Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foun­ dation as the beneficiaty ofyour IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community founda­ tion in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys public charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture win make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. ' P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings,Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-0526 • Fax: 616-945-4530 s; Email: bcf@wmis.net . Website: www.barryd.org '•«« hlaftdufc ■ tic tdena n i i nt Kk □txsmkoii' to jjlj _ it i m da reiiiiiliir The People Paper' The,Sun and News FTFIPLE VRLEfEY national new coming soon... BATTLE CREEK HELUS inft€ Gi to serve your charitable interests ts andfinancial goals ■ .mi rifi SCstttjj identify the suspect in the composite drawing is asked to contact the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Po­ lice at 948-8283 or contact silent observer at 1-800­ 310-9031. ews » community localcounties.com features information from Hastings and the surrounding communities, providing a window to the web to find virtually anything in Barry County. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4,2001 - Page 10 Chamber meeting to focus on Maple Valley Dec. 19 The Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce will have a Nashville and Ver­ montville Focus Group meeting at 4 p.m. Wednes­ day, Dec. 19, at Shirley’s Chuckwagon Cafe, 202 N. Main, Nashville. Participants will learn the latest about projects and plans such as the Adopt-AComer program, ribbon cut­ tings, etc., and future meet­ ing dates. Many Nashville/Vermontville businesses have joined the chamber over the past few months. “This is a great opportuni­ ty to introduce yourself to other business people in the area,” a chamber spokesper­ son said. Call the chamber of 616-945-2454 or e-mail to bcacc@voyager.net. Christmas concert planned for Dec. 9 The Maple Valley music department will present a Christmas concert this Sunday, Dec. 9, at 3 p.m. The concert will be held in the high school gymnasium NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2001 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9 a.m. on: Friday: Dec. 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Saturday: Dec. 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th Any taxes received after Dec. 31,2001, will be dated as received in 2002. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 28, 2002, licenses will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid by U.S. Mail or at my home by appointment. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP TREASURER 8935 W. MT. HOPE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, Ml 49096 PHONE #517-566-8913 LX255 Garden Tractor • 15-hp, OHV engine Two-pedal automatic transmission • 42-inch Convertible mower deck and will feature music from the fifth and sixth grade bans, the junior high band, the high school band, the high school choir, the honors choir, and the community band. A wide variety of holiday and winter songs will be per­ formed. There is no charge and all are welcome to attend. Men’s breakfast planned for Dec. 8 at Vermontville U. M. The Vermontville United Methodist Men will be hosts for a community breakfast, Saturday, Dec. 8, from 7 to 10 a.m. The men will include eggs any style, biscuits and sausage and gravy, pan­ cakes, French toast, Texas toast, orange juice and cof­ fee. Milk will be on the menu. The cost is a free-will offering. SST16 Lawn Tractor • 16-hp, Twin cylinder engine • Spin-Steer Technology™ transmission • Award-winning design VERMONTVILLE TWP.. LIBRARY NEWS Santa will visit the library on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2001 at 1-3 p.m. Mrs. Claus will be reading stories while the children wait for their turn to visit with Santa. The library has received a generous donation from Girl Scout Troop 313. It will be used to purchase furniture for the Junior and Young Adult section. New Videos: The Good Son, Thomas the Tank Eng­ ine and Friends 10th Anniversary, Casper’s Haunted Unbreakable, Christmas, The Wilderness Family Parts 1, 2 and 3. Adult Fiction: The Fiery Cross, by Diana Gabaldon; Shadow Fires, by Dean Koontz; Bone Walker, by Kathleen O’Neal Gear; GrandAvenue, by Joy Fielding; Hosts, by F. Paul Wilson; Last Man Standing, by David Baldacci; Fleeced, by Mary Higgins Clark; Star Wars, The New Jedi Order: Star by Star, by Troy Denning; Hope to Die, by Lawrence Block; The Kiss, by Danielle Steel; Orchid Blues, by Stuart Woods; Kentucky Rich, by Fem Michaels; Tell Me No Lies, by Elizabeth Lowell; Full Court Press, by Mike Lupica; Buffalow Valley, by Debbie Macomber; The Pillars of Creation, by Terry Goodkind; Battletech: Call of Duty, by Baline Lee Par­ doe; Silver Moons, Black Steel, by Tara K. Harper; South ofthe Border, by Jake Logan; October Song, by Beverly Lewis; Beloved Stranger, by Judith Pella; Take a Thief, by Mercedes Lackey; 16 LighthouseRoad, by Debbie Macomber; Longarm and the Denver Executioners, by Tabor Evans; Return to Red River #1: A Dream to Follow, by Lauraine Snelling; Ribbons West 33: Ties that Bind, by Judith Pella; In Too Deep, by Janelie Taylor; The Gun­ smith: The Spirit Box, by J.R. Roberts;. Time and Again,, by Nora Roberts; Passion’s Fire, by Cassie Edwards; A Choice of Cherish, by Alan Maki. Adult Non-Fiction: American Medical Assoc­ iation Complete Guide to Men’s Health, the Universe in a Nutshell, by Stephen Hawking; Heaven and Earth: Making the Psychic Connection, by James Van Praagh; The Writer’s Hand­ book, by Elfrieda Abbe; Mrs. Kennedy: The Missing PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Nothing Runs Like A Deere* www.JohnDeere.com Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 John Deere T. 616.945.9526 F. 616.945.5958 HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5: Thursday 7 to 6; Saturday 7 to 12 www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com ‘Oller ends February 28.200Z Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Revolving Plan, (or non-commercial use only. No down payment required. After promotional period, finance bhe aarvgaeilwabiflie beingcilnu tdoinac icnrsutealalmt 3e3n%t finAaPnBciwnithanad SOfinSOanpceinr m foonrtcho mmimniemrucimal TuasxeesA, vfraeilia c gbhlte, saettupar atincdi dateilnive dryeaclherasrges could increase monthly payment Other special rates and terms may be available, including installment financing and financing for commercial use. Available at participating dealers. All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927- History of the Kennedy Years, by Barbara Fleming; Simply Homemade, Food Gifts, by Better Homes and Gardens; The Encyclopedia of the Vietnam War, by Spencer C. Tucker; Mayo Clinic on Depression; Beware the Night: A New York Cop Investigates the Supernatural, by Ralph Sarchie. Junior Fiction: Madeline Says Merci: The Always be Polite Book, by John Bemelmans Marciano; Little Miss Spider: A Christmas Wish, by David Kirk; Table by Vladimir Manners, Radunsky; Dear America Series: The Journal of Douglas Allen Deeds; The Donner Party Expedition, 1846, by Rodman Philbrick; Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, by Mildred D. Taylor; The Land, by Mildred D. Taylor; The Lethal Gorilla, by Paul Zindel; SVH: Senior Year: Road Trip, by Francine Pascal; Animal Ark, Pets’ Party, by Ben M. Baglio; How Do I Love Thee, by Lurlene McDaniel; I Spy Year-Round Challenger!, by Walter Wick; The Berenstain Bears and the Excuse Note, by Stan and Jan Berenstain; Full House: Michelle and Friends - Too Many Teddies, by Ellen Reymes; The Case of the Sneaker Sneak, by James Preller; Love Stories: The Popular One, by Lizzie Skumick; Fatality, by Caro­ line B. Cooney; Fearless: Love, by Francine Pascal; Pokemon: The Johto Journeys: Prize Pokemon, by Sheila Sweeny; The Bailey School Kids: Swamp Mon­ sters Don’t Chase Wild Turkeys, by Debbie Dadey; Pony Pals: What’s Wrong with My Pony?, by Jeanne Betancourt; The Nightmare Room: Visitors, by R.L. Stine; Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice: The Death of Hope, by Jude Watson; Hank The Cowdog: It’s a Dog’s Life, The Further Advent­ ures of Hank the Cowdog, The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog, by John R. Erickson; The Boxcar Children: The Disappearing Mystery, Staircase by Gertrude Chandler Warner, Scooby-Doo! and the Rowdy Rodeo, by James Gelsey. Junior Nori-Fiction: Anne Frank in the World, compiled by the Anne Frank House; Sacajawea: Her True Story, by Joyce Milton; B. Franklin, Printer, by David A. Adler; Houdini, by Clinton Cox; Golden Photo Guides: Insects, Ocean Life, Space, Reptiles, Dinosaurs, Human Body, by St. Martin’s Press, Conversations with J.K. Rowling, by Lindsey Fraser. Calendar of Events MSU Extension Office 4-H Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 6 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Dec. 12 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building Community Room. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther notice. Dec. 4 FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Armstrong Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Nashville Residents You will notice an increase on your water and sewer billings beginning December 1. This increase is due to the Water Bond debt retirement. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 4, 2001 - Page 11 Man arrested after pointing loaded gun A 21-year-old man accused of pointing a loaded, snub nosed revolver at an­ other man in a Reed Street parking lot in Nashville Nov. 24 was arrested two hours later and lodged on felony charges stemming from the incident. Jeffrey Joseph Granger of Charlotte was arraigned in Barry County's 56th District Court Monday on one count of carrying a dangerous weapon with unlawful in­ tent, one count of carrying a concealed weapon, feloni­ ous assault and using a fire­ arm during the commission of a felony. He was being held on $7,500 bond in the Barry County Jail awaiting a Dec. 5 pre-exam hearing. The victim told police that he owes Granger $25 and that an item of the victim's turned up missing. "The victim goes to the suspect's house thinking he stole it," said police. "The victim gets physically as­ saulted by the suspect and the suspect's family. "Later in the day, the vic­ tim saw Granger in his truck in a parking lot across from Carl's Supermarket and began to approach the suspect to ask if he wanted to assault him again without his family around to help, police said. "The suspect raises a snub nose revolver and points it at the victim," said police. "The victim backs away." ton ’ Police who stopped a car . in Nashville Nov. 21 found eight bags of illegal mush­ rooms for sale, a bag of marijuana and a large amount of cash,a ccording to a report by the Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. Troopers said the car was stopped because the registered owner has a sus­ pended driver's license." The driver was arrested for driving on a suspended license and a large amount of money was located in his right front pocket and a large amount of marijuana was found in his left front pocket," said police. Another bag of marijuana was found in the pocket of the driver's door and the 40 grams of mushrooms were found behind the driver's seat Police then obtained a search warrant for the driver's home in Nashville, where a drug sniffing dog from the Ionia Post of the Michigan State Police lo­ cated a number of bags of processed marijuana amounting to more than one 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 Pip • 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 I I ! -» pound, residue in a coffee grinder and seeds. The 22-year-old man was arrested for possession of marijuana and mushrooms with intent to deliver. His 20-year-old passenger, also INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE Early 4s Program Hours: 6-5 hour days Monday through Thursday Qualifications: • High school graduate • Must pass the instructional aide skill test • Early childhood education preferred • CPR and First Aid preferred or willing to obtain • Must have good oral and written communication skills • Must be able to work well with young children • Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations • Must be able to work cooperatively with teachers, parents & administration » • from Nashville was was ar ar­ from Nashville, rested for possession of marijuana. Neither man had been arraigned on the charges as of press time Wednesday. Duties may include, but are not limited to, taking direction from the classroom teacher, working as an instructional aide in the classroom, playground supervi­ sion, and other duties as may be assigned by administration. Deputies seek hit and run driver A family rturning home to Hastings after having Thanksgiving dinner Thurs­ day suffered minor injuries when an unknown driver al­ legedly ran a stop sign at Cox Road and M-66 in Assyria Township, struck the family's car and fled the scene. Deputy Jeannette Shaffer Nashville man will face home invasion charges Jason Jordan, 26, of Nashville, was arraigned in Barry County Circuit Court late last month on a petition charging him with violating probation by committing the offense of home inva­ sion on Aug. 27, with con­ suming abohol and with re­ fusing a chemical test. The last two counts were dismissed, however. Jordan is accused of breaking into a home to steal a safe because the vic­ tim allegedly owes Jordan money. He is set to be sen­ tenced Jan. 10. an amount of suspected marijuana, troopers said. Granger allegedly told police he was acting in self defense. POSITION OPENINGS MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Mu shroo m s, m arijuana a r iju a na found during traffic stop I Granger was located at his Charlotte home about two hours later and troopers found the loaded gun inside the pickup truck, along with INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE Alternative Education Hours: 6 hour days Monday through Thursday Qualifications: • High school graduate • Must pass the instructional aide skill test • Computer skills preferred • Must have good oral and written communication skills • Must be able to work well with at-risk students • Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations • Must be able to work cooperatively with teachers, parents & administration is asking for information about the person who may have been driving the car, described as a mid-1980s, possibly 1986 or 1987 Buick Century, possibly gray in color. "There should be quite a bit of front end damage to it," said Shaffer. Police said the family was driving north on M-66 in a van at about 11 p.m. Nov. 22 when their car was "T-boned" by the west­ bound mystery driver, leav­ ing four people injured. Anyone with information is asked to call the Barry County Sheriffs Office at 948-4805 or Silent Ob­ server at 1-800-310-9031. Duties may include, but are not limited to, assist classroom teachers with class­ room management and instruction, working with students in one-on-one setting or with small groups, breakfast and lunchtime administration and supervision, and other duties as may be assigned by administration. Application should be made to the the Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by December 14, 2001. sssssxsssssssssssssssssss S!S£SSSS£SSSSSSSSSSS Sirloin Boneless Cumberland Boneless Ribeye steak Roast Whole Hams Pork ® Cutlets steaks SSSSSS^SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSXSSSSSSSSSS: Christmas toy drive planned The Maple Valley PTO is sponsoring a Christmas toy drive this year to help needy children ofthe community. The PTO has donation boxes located at both Fuller Street and Maplewood Elementary school offices to collect new (or like new) unwrapped toys. Toys will be collected from through Dec. 14. Those who would like to donate toys or money for this cause, or who you know of a family that may need a little help this holiday season, are asked contact Sherry at 726­ 0748. 11-13 oz. Asst. Van Gallon Bareman’s Whole Milk Delight Maxwell HOUSe 45 oz. Spaghetti Sauce w//£M»ieati or Mushrooms 7.25 oz. Kraft Mac & $259 ® 99* 1/2 Gal. Country Maid ice Cream Parade Pieces and Stems Mushrooms usroom 4.1-7 oz. Swanson 12 packs 20 oz. Pepsi Plus Dep. 10 lbs. 4 lb. bag Idaho Navel Breakfast Potatoes Oranges 10-11.75 oz. Pepperidge Farm 12 ct. Northern Garlic Bread Bath Tissue xsssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss Vermontville Grocery ■ UNITED WE STAND P ■ -ho- ne 7h 2m 6 4*-1570 e Now Accept w.i.c.&ebt Winter Store Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm • Prices good thru Saturday We accept: waM&si ...and other cards, too. �^^acusLsbassJsa MOS. •c • j''AJLable;>.jhese piss<« !■<».■ ?Ur- • 2000 FORD F25O CREW 1999 FORD F-1SO XLT WITH CAP r-rie Mur «u WW* 00 2000 FORD F>35O DUALLY CREW • iW* K4i *•« OMMl ^433°%. 1OM FORD F'ISO SUPBRCAB 4X4 2000 FORD F 2SO 4X4 CREW CAB 1999 FORD RANGER SUPERCAB 4X4 XLT •1W LWto 2000 FORD RANGER XLT 2000 FORD RANGER SUPERCAB XLT •••aj* 1999 FORD F-15O XLT SUPERCAB 4X4 ’ISS®®. ^255°°- t999 FORD F'ISO 4X4 1999 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 4X4 132^^ SUPERCAB XLT • ,M« 5”>zH r^oo 2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT 4X4 2000 FORD TAURUS ••tot, k ««•« IM* • •MJ « W3E, , r-' •.'-•Maa . 261 23900; UM 2000 DODGE DAKOTA QUAD CAB • Ito., »*V a •KMTI 4M 203°%. 2000 FORD F 25O SUPSRCAB XLT 2000 FORD F«15O SUPERCAB 4X4 "253**;. A 1999 FORD F>15O XLT • tt.4, "205’J 2001 FORD EXPEDITION XLT •,acM b4 V a hath, mam 2000 FORD WIUSTAMC CONVERTIBLE • ,«V4 a:r'’^l4P IbmWm . «M W MMI <1 ■■ • itmof •Ml « ■MIW— M IM II R I, aa—R—KW tWMw 945*2421 dZAvir^ls S/11.WS HiAir 2000 FORD MUSTAMC COUPE . SERVICE a ^9^-. T99®®, r /MO eanTan MR wan «Ml IRW MW Rm MMM <Conw or M-4S a M-S7) wnr o. HAitwct 9480189 Or tow »yM» ^ -888-404-2846 MW WwMfcl—W^>yw<M».WM.MMwtrijm«w>«t« Mi Cm a «**, grOBi~ » � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-12-11.pdf 173216bf3395dee54007c1745a51d59b PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 PRSRT STD US POSTAGE RAID HASTINGS, Ml PERMIT NO. 7 j Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 50 December 11, 2001 Schools get $30,000 worth of science lab equipment by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter General Motors worker Steve Cates helped the school secure $30,000 in science lab equipment from the company and was hon­ ored at a Maple Valley Board of Education meeting recently for his efforts. Superintendent Clark Volz said Cates, while working, noticed that equip­ ment was going to be thrown away and he called Volz about the possibility of getting it donated to the school. One thing lead to another and about a month ago, Volz and chemistry teacher Ryan Rosin and six students rented a U-Haul and drove to the lab to get the equip­ ment. "Clark and I wrote up a Superintendent Clark Volz honors Steve Cates at the November school board meeting for helping secure $30,000 worth of lab equipment from General Motors for the high school. First solo flight makes a sweet 16th birthday proposal to get the equip­ ment," said Rosin. "We took a trip out there and cata­ logued everything in the lab... we basically wanted everything without a plug and GM let us have it and they got a tax writeoff." Rosin said much of the equipment includes glass­ ware and’pieces of equip­ ment the school could have never bought because it was See science lab, pg. 3 The school aquired several lab storage units such as this one. Planning Commission named in Vermontville by Shawna Hubbarth Sarah Perry stands with her grandpa and flight instructor Grey Secord just before boarding for her first solo flight. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Most teenagers drive their car by themselves for the first time on their 16th birth­ day. Maple Valley junior Sarah Perry celebrated her 16th, by soaring high above everyone in a Cessna 172 in her first solo flight. It was a major milestone for Perry who has been fly­ ing since she was 7. Her grandpa, Grey Se­ cord, is a flight instructor at Brooks Field, RMY of Mar­ shall, and Perry said it was at his side that she grew to love flying and learn about everything it takes to be­ come a pilot. "You can fly with some­ one next to you at any age," Perry said. "The first time I ever flew was when I was six weeks old. I was always See solo flight, pg. 2 Sarah Perry is all set to take off. She recently completed her first solo airplane flight and plans to fly commercial jets in the future. She is a 16 year old junior at the Maple Valley High School. Staff Writer A nine-member Planning Commission has been ap­ pointed in Vermontville. The commission includes Wilbur Marsh, Marion Al­ exander, Monte O'Dell, Gary McDiamid, Kelly Wil­ liams, JoeAne Nehmer, Charles Viele, Doug Kelsey and Virginia Fox. "This is a very good list," said Village President Sue Villanueva. "It's a good group of people." There are also several al­ ternates for the planning commission. In other business last Thursday evening, the coun­ cil: • Gave the go-ahead to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation to purchase 12 banners for the flag poles in town, with the Department of Public Works making the brackets to hang them with. The red banners have the village logo and a notice about the syrup festival. • Heard a complaint from Garry and Diane Patrick, who were inquiring about hunting going on close to their house. Marion Alexander, in the audience, said there was no hunting allowed in a 450 feet radius of a dwelling without permission from the dwelling’s owner. Learned from Shirley Harmon that student Kris­ tina McCallum will help as the fourth worker in the next election in March. • Approved the purchase of 10 T blocks for parking spaces south of the village office, behind business. • Approved two building referrals. • Approved purchase of a v-plow for a tractor for $699. In This Issue Sudanese student visits Maplewood Elementary Alternative education students learn lessons with goggles Fall Sports Previews included in this issue Leadership class students raise money to fight leukemia �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 11,2001 - Page 4 Sudanese student visits Maplewood Elementary by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Sudanese high school stu- dent Deng Madut Choi shared his experiences in Africa and his trip here to the U.S. with students at Maplewood Friday. Choi left war torn Sudan Sudanese Maple Valley High School student Deng Madut Choi answers questions from students about his homeland in Africa. • 38-inch cutting width ONLY $1,999 ZERO DOWN AND NO PAYMENTS TILL JUNE OF 2002* ON ALL JOHN DEERE YARD AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT.] SST16 Lawn Tractor • 16-hp, Twin cylinder engine • Spin-Steer Technology'” transmission • Award-winning design LX255 Garden Tractor • 15-hp, OHV engine Two-pedal automatic transmission • 42-inch Convertible mower deck ONLY $77 per month ONLY $90 per month Nothing Runs Like A Deere* Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 0J ohn Deere T. 616.945.9526 F. 616.945.5958 HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thursday 7 to 6; Saturday 7 to 12 www.fillnrioreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com c ®°<h February 28.2002 Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Revolving Plan, for non-commercial use only. No down payment required. After promotional period, finance cbsrqe wi begin to accrue at 93% APR with a $050 per month minimum. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment Other special rates and terms may be available, including instalment financing and financing for commercial use. Available at participating dealers. SI02MTO1 two years ago to come to the U.S., and now attends Maple Valley High School. He talked about his life in Su­ dan, his time spent in a refu­ gee camp in Kenya and his journey here. Choi said there has been a civil war between white Muslims and black Chris­ tians in the country since 1983. "I was born in a big city there, the army came and at­ tacked us in the middle of the night," he told the kids. "I ran one way and my par­ ents ran the other way." Choi said he then was sent to a refugee camp for other children who had lost their parents. "They call us the lost boys," he said. He left with just a small bag of clothing. He said he does not know where his parents are, but believes they are still alive. Choi answered many questions from the children, several of them about ani­ mals in Africa. Choi told the story about his brother killing a lion with a spear after it had NOW OPEN! ■ I ~ Vermontville ~ 726-0079 Monday-Saturday 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday 10 am to 2 pm Large Variety of • Christinas Gifts, • Stocking Staffers •Toys • Decorations Christmas $ i. $-gOO Cards...... Just a variety ofstuff... Stop by & see us. Thanks, Greg, Chris <3r Stacey v /> Deng Madut Choi writes his name on the board for the Maplewood students. taken one of the family’s goats. He said there are many kinds of animals in Africa and those who want to walk in the forest must be armed. He said he played sports in Sudan, mainly soccer, and others played basketball.He talked about the holidays and said the Sudanese cele­ brate Christmas in much of the same way Americans do. He said there is not much of an emphasis placed on birth­ days, so everyone only re­ members the year they were born and they celebrate it on January first. Chbl talked about how many kids cannot go to school, because education costs money in his native land. Several kids asked him about the differences in food and he said there were many. He said there is so much food here in America and he does not eat breakfast because it makes him sick. When asked what he does not like in America, he paused and then said, "Snow!" He said when he first ar­ rived here with some of his male relatives, he was most surprised about all the traffic and noise and cars. He described some of the different African musical in­ struments for the children and demonstrated how to spell his name and say hello in his native tongue. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, December 11, 2001 - Page 5 Business Services Pets HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. CHRISTMAS FUN: Hi, looking for a fun loving, smart, oh yeah & beautiful female to be your companion? I am an 8 week old black & tan, soft silky fur pure bred Dachshund and my big eyes - oh just a must see! Want to make me part of your family? Call (616)948-4328 nights & weekends to meet mom & dad, oh yeah & me too, $300. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 For Rent NICE 1 & 2 BEDROOM apartments for rent, Nash­ ville, references, (517)852­ 0852. RABBITS FOR SALE: All sizes & colors. (517)852-0629 Mobile Homes FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 Farm AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. Garage Sale FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. 2 Little’s Country Store ■ 5781 Thomapple Lk Rd., Nashville Cozy Kitties, Wolues, Unicoms, Eagles, Wizards and Dragons, Hummingbirds, Angels & White Tigers, plus lots more. Wanted WANTED STANDING TIMBER: Harvest time is here, don't forget that your wood lot is also a crop. Call today for select cutting advice. Use Horses or skidder. (517)852-0629 or (517)580­ 6674. Maple Valley Chapel GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm; Sun. 11 am-10 pm HOMSTOW^ LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www. hometownlumber, com HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! ; fa n WMk [■hi ttfasih tiionl nik suitaw Haste hi. Italinii ■dfodtaite Mspt tlktert Tjra.»i ta»i«toiw rflk *>***“ tocA-S81 Kflisfc 4-f «^lt‘ ujiftli® rt?* H^si ii*w su®®^‘ ft* to* udiac*111 & P10 s^to*’1 it 945-9554 Enjoy the Journey We recently made a car trip that was about ten hours long. The first eight hours were traveled on highways and thruways, with all of the traffic and large trucks one could imagine. The last two hours were spent on country roads where we could drive at a much more relaxed speed. Needless to say, the last part of our trip was much more enjoyable and scenic. In our modern world, everything moves at such a fast pace that we don’t often get a chance to enjoy the journey. Anticipation, desire and patience seem to be lacking in our busy world; they have been replaced by instant gratification. We can go across the country in a matter of hours, prepare a meal in a matter of minutes, and even purchase any expensive item we desire without waiting until we have the money. The old phrase “stop and smell the roses” should apply to every part of our fives. If we are not enjoying the journey, we are missing out on something special. Ifwe leave God out of our journey of life, we are also missing out on something special. Perhaps when we do arrive at our final Make me to know destination, we ma thy ways, O Lord; regret that we didn’t teach me thypaths. take the time to really R.S.V. appreciate and observe 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 SCOTT A. DANIELS Manager -0*0^ vg 6' Chuckwagon Cafe % 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 <5 $ HAPPY TRAILS... X THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 4 pm 3W0LEVERS Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, cal. Ask for our Sales Dept. Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. “Where Everyone is Some­ one Special." For information call 1­ 616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.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 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School..................... 10 a. m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship..... .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................ 7 REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 w. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................... 9:45 Morning Worship............................ 11 Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family .Night Service ................ 6:45 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 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................ 11 a.m. Church School ................... 10 a.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 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 Fellowship Time After Worship Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........................ 10:50 a.m. REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10a A.M. Service............................. 11:15a P.M. Service.................................... 6 p PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service................................... 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 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. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................. 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED .. METHODIST CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... . 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services:.:..9:15 a.m. ...M.orn. .ing _Prayer ...................... ................. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASST. PASTOR LES ANDERSON VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass.................. 9 a.m. Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 11,2001 - Page 6 Vermontville Township Library announces services, programs Some people may not be aware that the local library offers services for the blind and physically handicapped. All Michigan residents who cannot see or read stan­ dard print due to a visual or physical disability are eligi­ ble to receive free reading materials from a state-wide network of libraries. Eligible individuals are children or adults who are legally blind, visually impaired, unable to hold a book or turn pages, unable to read because of a reading disability resulting from an organic dysfunction. Services include cassette books and magazines, players and accessories; CD books and magazines, CD players and accessories; Braille books and magazines, described videos, and reference services. Materials span all age levels and reading interests. Borrowers can select their own books, or the library will choose based LARGE GROCERY AUCTION December 15, 2:00 p.m. on personal reading interests. Equipment and materials are loaned and main­ tained free of charge. This program is made pos­ sible by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., and administered locally by the Library of Michigan Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. More information and applications for this ser­ vice are available at the library. The library staff, in cooperation n with the Little Friends Child Development Center would like to invite children in the community to join them for Story Time every Tuesday from 4:30 to 5 p.m. The library staff will give a short presentation on the care ofbooks, library etiquette, and provide guidance to help children in becoming familiar with the library. Last Minute Big Christmas Stories will be selected, and the library is looking for vol- unteers from the community to read to the children each week. Call or drop in and add your name to the list. This Story Time program is being initiated in part by the Little Friends Child Development Center’s quest for a “Value Every Child” grant offered by the Early Childhood Connections of Eaton County. Sheryl Norton, project coordinator and director ofLittle Friends Child Development Center, has put together a proposal titled “Read to Succeed.” This program is developed to foster a joy reading and promote developmental change in the literacy of 3to 5-year old children by inundating them with litera­ ture. The project is slated to begin in January 2002. The goal for the center is to read “2002” books in 2002! Children will be read a minimum-of three books a day by staff at the preschool, and on field trips for Story Time at the Vermontville Township Library. The Little Friends Child Development Center also is looking for community vol­ unteers to read to the chil­ dren at the center. Please call 726-1533 for more informa­ tion. Story Time at the Vermontville Township Library begins today (Tuesday, Dec. 11) at 4:30 p.m. and will continue indef­ initely. All children in the community are invited to attend. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Vermontville Township Library Saturday, Dec. 22,’ from 1 to 3 p.m. Santa will visit with the chil­ dren and pass out goodies, while Mrs. Claus passes her time reading seasonal stories to the children. Maple Valley school menus SALE Dec. 23, 2:00 p.m. (bring coolers) 12987 M-66 South (Assyria) (616) 275-0927 KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Maplewood & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Dec. 12 C&A Smiths v Maple Valley Elementary Schools Cheeseburger, baked beans, pineapple, cookie, 1/2 WELCOME TO SPRING! (Academically speaking, that is...) Registration is now underway for Spring 2002 semester at Kellogg Community College's Fehsenfeld Center in Barry County. Over 75 course offerings available locally including: • Liberal Arts/Transfer/General Education • Business and Computers • Human Services and Criminal Justice • Fine Arts and Humanities The Fehsenfeld Center has something for everyone: • traditional college students • high school juniors and seniors (dual enrollment) • returning students (our average age is 31) • retirees/l if elong learning KCC Fehsenfeld Center will be closed for the holidays beginning Mon., December 24th through Wed., January 2nd Classes Start on or after January 14, 2002 Don't delay - Sign up now! pt. milk. Thursday, Dec. 13 M.W. Hungry Howies. Cheese pizza, bread stick, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Dec. 14 Cheesie bread sticks, spagettjos, pear halves, ani­ mal crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Dec. 17 Macaroni and cheese, broccoli, applesauce, Curious George fruit snacks, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Dec. 18 Burrito, tossed salad, bread stick, sherbet cup, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 12 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, pineapple, juice, milk. Thursday, Dec. 13 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, peach cup, juice, milk. Friday, Dec. 14 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Monday, Dec. 17 Choose One - Hot pocket, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two french fries, applesauce, juice, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 18 Choose One - Burrito, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, sherbet cup, juice, milk. Anna L. Burd LAKE PANASOFFKEE, FL - Anna L. Burd, 61, of Lake Panasoffkee, FL, for­ merly of Nashville, died Tuesday, Nov. 27, in Lees­ burg, FL. Anna L. Burd was born on March 8, 1940 in Cowanshannock, Pa., the daughter of Catherine (Banks) Hess and Raymond Whitaker. She was raised in Pennsylvania and attended Sagamore and Rural Valley schools. She moved to Nashville as an adolescent and graduated from Nashville High School in 1957. She was married to Forrest R. Burd on Feb. 15, 1958 in Michigan. They moved to Florida in 1993. She was employed by Cooley Drive Inn in Nashville and also worked for A.E. Hoover Aluminum Company in Charlotte, MI for about seven years. Mrs. Burd is survived by her mother, Catherine Hess of Nashville, Ml; husband, Forrest from Lake Panasoffkee, FL; daughter, Denise K. Thomas of Eagle, MI; son, David L. Burd ofNash­ ville; sister, Rita Wellman of Charlotte; brothers, Larry Whitaker ofHastings, James Whitaker of Lansing; one grandson, Timothy S. Thomas. Preceding her in death were her father, Raymond Whitaker; brother, Harold Whitaker; and daughter, Renee C. Burd. Cremation has taken place at National Cremation Society, Fruitland Park, FL. Remains will be brought to Nashville for a graveside serve at Lakeside Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Timothy S. Thomas Trust Fund, 5/3 Bank, Grand Ledge, MI 48837. Thomas HayesAllen LAKE ODESSA Mr. H. and William Allen; also Allen passed away Dec. 4, two sisters, Pauline Jennette 2001 at his residence at the and Georgia Green. age of 75. At Tom’s request there He was born Nov. 26, will be no visitation and 1926 in Portland, Mich., son there will be private family of George and Myrtle services. In lieu of flowers, the (Townsend) Allen. He served in the Navy family asks that contribu­ tions be made to the Barry during World War II. Hospice: Mr. Allen was preceded in Community death by his parents and a arrangements were made by and contributions may be brother, Ives James Allen. Surviving are his wife, sent c/o Rosier Funeral Mapes-Fisher Kathryn (Benedict) Allen; Home, two sons, Thomas B. Chapel, P.O. Box 36, (Diane), and James Sunfield, MI 48890. For more information (Barbara); and grandchil­ dren, John, Jessica, Thomas www.legacy.com. Dec. 12 Dec. 20 Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Jan. 1 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building Community Room. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Christmas Eve Holiday - Extension Office Closed. Christmas Holiday - Extension Office Closed. Happy New Year!! - Holiday - Extension Office Closed. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther notice. SPACE YOUR STORAGE PLACE UNITS 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 Appliances, Furniture, Boat, ATV, Car, Files and more. 5% OFF PRE-PAY 6 MONTHS & SENIOR CITIZENS SO% OFF PRE-PAY 12 MONTHS IS SAFE, CLEAR AND DRY. Make Your Reservations NOW! call 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Road (M-66) • Lake Odessa, Ml ___________ rn66tire@voyager.net �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 11. 2001 - Page 7 Alternative ed students learn lessons with goggles ’Si'* s J S § l lM i, w ikm m>® ® ‘* A hunting we will go... Many of the students of Alternative Education went out to hunt on the opening season day. Students Travis Monroe, Tom Griffin, Ray Lewis, Pam Dunklee, Scott Kielholz, and Greg Rickmond all killed deer on the first day. tftd. >l NationalAds ••2^ 2 i iZ y * ® taJ* f’lkamii ,I te/l-L agj infkjj , Alternative Education student Lacey Planck tries to open a letter with gloves and goggles that simulate intoxication. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley Alter- native Education students recently had a chance to participate in alcohol and drug r**^ AAtit blouii[jj.[j j. libij taii ^ f ®ii Millie stnitts, Iiia^, *••4 Jim Hyjb^ tal^t •fittida f®iiiii) . i she all raaisij> JmsABol wfej are fe life, ® «Jstj aei^Afa Hut, fe; This B. jM Ml ai ]®j MM® Xgji# fawtfa sate mdaiolfe SO Extension Ofe D.J. Whitney tries to talk with his mouth full of marshmallows. The exercise was to demonstrate how intoxication can affect speech and other behavior. •HAfexyM^651 £»** i*“"5 pw loci Uh*^ DIVORCE ■ CUSTODY Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPhillips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-945-3512 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tciiik S^les - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 ‘270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville . Mich Lic #23‘1748 impairment simulations. As part of their holiday celebration, the students were reminded not to drink and drive. Officers from the Barry County Sherriff's office passed out gloves and gog­ gles that simulate intoxica­ tion. The students then had to try to perform tasks with this equipment on. They tried to walk in a straight line and use their hands. They also took a turn stuffing their mouths full of marshmallows and trying to talk so they could see how they sounded when they were intoxicated. Teacher Rose Hahn said the morning made for a hu­ morous and entertaining and educational time. Afterward, the staff and students and parents enjoyed a turkey dinner with mashed potatoes, vegetables, rolls, stuffing, deviled eggs, pies, cookies and many other foods. "We want to thank every­ one who helped out and made it such a wonderful feast and occasion," said Hahn. Chester Gospel Church plans Christmas program Dec. 16 The Chester Gospel Church will present its annu­ al Christmas program at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16. This year’s program is “The Gifts of Christmas.” The program this year is the story of Jesus’ birth taken directly from the Bible. It has some added features that point out some of the gifts that come from Jesus and some gifts that we can give back to Him. Everyone is welcome. The church is located at 3744 W. Vermontville Road, Charlotte, just 1/4 mile east from the corner of Chester Road. For more information, call 517-543-5488. CONSTRUCTION/LABORERS: to $20/Hr. + over­ time! Many people needed. Training now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. DATA ENTRY/COMPUTER OPERATOR: to $16.82/ Hr. + benefits. Entry/skilled level, great advancement potential! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ELECTRICAL/APPRENTICE: to $22.50/Hr. + full benefits! Residential/commercial/industrial. Training wi h with a journeyman. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. ROUTE DELIVERY (CITY EXPRESS): to $800/week + great benefits! Full training! All local routes! (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. LARGE WAREHOUSE/HI- PACKAGING/LINE ASLO: to $12.01/Hr. + benefits, SEMBLY: to $15/Hr. + full 401K plan! Major distribu­ benefits. Many shifts needtion company! Start training ed! Great working environ­ now! (616)949-2424 Jobline ment! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. fee. Kaydessa Kennel 3347 Coats Grove Rd., Hastings, MI 49058 Boarding Dogs • Cats (616) Mon.-Fri 945-1875 8-10:30 am 1-6:00 pm Sat 8-9:30 am Sun 4-7:00 pm Other Hours by Appt. MAPLE VALLEY axT Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HWIS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)......................................................................... 852-5066 VACANT LAND JUST LISTED! BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE! “SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on 8f off street parking. Charming small town "Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (N-148) Suitabe for "walk-out" base­ ment, wooded, good location, all surveyed. Call Nyle for "details". (VL-150) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS SURVEYED, PERKED 8f DRIVE­ WAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acrfcs, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) 8 ACRES WITH 5000 SQ. FT. COMMERCIAL BUILDING SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS!! SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON 2+ WOODED ACRES. Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more "Info". LIST­ ED AT $125,000! Assumable mortgage (CH-127) $23,900 BUYS THIS 2.4 ACRES Perked and surveyed, potential walkout site, mature fruit trees, seller assist terms possible. JVL-153) Bathrooms, retail area, ware­ house facility, many possibili­ ties, land contract terms posible. Call Nyle today for all the details. (VL-151) 4 ACRE BUILDING SITE Perked and surveyed, mature apple trees to surround your new home. Land contract terms possible. Call Nyle to see how easy it may be to own this piece of the countryside. (VL-152) PEACEFUL "COUNTRY LIVING" With this 3 bedroom mobile home on one acre. Double roof over home, 2 car garage 8t storage shed, well groomed lawn with large gar­ den space. 1 1/2 miles from town. Call Homer. (CH-149) $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring & cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info". Near Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com WANT PRIVACY? This 7+ acres located 1/4 mile off the road with mature fruit trees 8r grapes this property is a must see. Call Nyle for your pri­ vate showing. (VL-155) 5.6 ACRES WITH 5 VARIETIES OF FRUIT TREES Mature grapes secluded setting, manufactured homes welcome with restrictions. Call Nyle for all Ihedetails. (VLrl54) PRICED REDUCED! NOW $89,900!!! NASHVILLE “RIVERFRONT" 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 11, 2001 - Page Experienced eagers hope speed can counter lack of size The 2002 varsity boys’ basketball team at Maple Valley isn’t short on strengths, with good team experience, speed and depth. But being short may be its biggest weakness. “Height will be a prob­ lem,” said second-year Ma­ ple Valley coach Jeff Webb. “We will have to rely on our speed to make up for the height disadvantage.” The Lions enjoyed a solid 13-8 season last year but were bounced out of the dis­ trict playoffs by Olivet in the first round. Top returnees include seniors Darin Thrun (guard), Nick Jones (guard), Devin" Phenix (forward), Mike Hirneiss (guard) and Jeremy Wiser (guard), and junior center Justin Sealy. Key additions include juniors Eric Smith (for­ ward), Jimmy Hirneiss (guard) and Jeff Taylor (for­ ward). “Our main goal is to play hard,” said Webb. “We want to be competitive every night. Without having any injuries or surprises, we look to contend for the SMAA ti­ tle.” Dansville, Leslie and Oli- The 2001-02 Maple Valley varsity boys' basketball team. Front row (I to r): Coach Brian Lincoln, Coach Jeff Webb. Back row (I to r): Mike Hirneiss, Collin McLean, Nick Jones, Darin Thrun, Eric Smith, Devin Phenix, Justin Sealy, John Terberg, Jeff Taylor, Jeff Bowman, JeremyWiser, Jimmy Hirneiss. the Lions ran out to a 36-16 halftime lead. “They made a nice run in the second half but we played right with them and kept our lead.” Maple Valley’s Nick Jones scored 19 for the sec­ Maple Valley’s Justin Sealy (15) cuts off a passing ond straight game. Junior guard Jim Hirneiss scored lane against Middleville. (Photo by Matt Cowall) 15 and Jeremy Wiser added 12. Darin Thrun had nine points and five assists for Roundup vet join Maple Valley on the Maple Valley cruised past the Lions. short-list of SMAA contend­ On Dec. 4, Middleville visiting Morrice on Friday ers. used a late 10-0 run to pull The Lions (1-1, 1-0 in the 82-57 for its first win of the away from Maple Valley SMAA) host Leslie on Fri­ season. and win the season opener “ We had a really good day at 7:30 in a big early for both teams 62-52 at Ma­ start,” said Coach Webb, as matchup. ple Valley. A three-pointer by Maple Valley’s Nick Jones brought the Lions to within four at 50-46 with 4:50 remaining in the game, but the Lions went scoreless until Jones hit another three with only 41 seconds left. In that span, TK pounded the offensive glass and earned second and even third chances to score, run­ ning time off the clock while extending their lead to 60­ 46. Both teams were a little shaky in the early going. TK went up 4-0, but Maple Val­ ley managed to tie. A spec­ tacular block-and-save by Devin Phenix led to a threepointer by Jones to put Ma­ ple Valley up 7-4, and the Lions went on to lead 11-6 after one quarter. Maple Valley led 15-8 in For a limited time, John Deere is making great deals on early orders placed for all new the second quarter when the spring tillage equipment. There are four great ways to save: Trojans began to heat up. Option 1 - 0.9% financing for 4 years or 1.9% financing for 5 years. With fellow starters Chris Option .2 - Get a cash discount and one of the following: Finkbeiner and Justin Van• 4.9% financing for 5 years Spronsen on the bench with • 4.3% financing for 4 years three fouls each, TK’s Brian • 3.35% financing for 3 years Yeazel more than carried the Option 3 - Get a cash discount and interest-free financing until the spring of 2003. load. He scored 11 in the quarter and the Trojans out­ Option 4 --Order now and get a straight cash discount worth up to $3,281* or more. scored the Lions 24-13 to This offer applies to all new John Deere spring tillage equipment including: disks, field take a 30-24 lead into cultivators, row-crop cultivators, mulch finishers, seedbed finishers, rotary hoes, and halftime. roller harrows. If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your spring tillage equipment, stop by and place your order now...and get huge savings! The two teams battled All finance offers subject to John Deere Credit approval. Orders must be placed between through a foul-plauged third September 1 and December 31, 2001. ‘Actual savings will vary depending on model, quarter. Maple Valley size, and configuration of implement purchased. Figure shown is the approximate ohn eere amount saved on the purchase of a 34-foot 6-inch 980 Field Cultivator closed to within two at 39­ 37 on a putback by Justin Sealy; but TK’s Finkbeiner ran off five straight points and Yeazel blocked a lay-up HOURS: attempt by Lion freshman Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thursday 7 to 6; Jeff Bowman at the buzzer Saturday 7 to 12 noon 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. T. 616.945.9526 to preserve a 44-37 Trojan Hastings, Ml 49058 F. 616.945.5958 lead at the end of the third. @ John Deere Two consecutive lay-ups www.fillmoreeq.com fillmore@fillmoreeq.com by Yeazel boosted the spread to 48-37, but the Li- Order now and save thousands on all new John Deere spring tillage tools J Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. D Skywalker: Maple Valley’s Devin Phenix soars to shoot over TK’s Zeb Truer (22). (Photo by Matt Cowall) ons weren’t finished. Darin Thrun scored a lay-up, hit two free throws, and made a steal and passed to team­ mate Jeremy Wiser for an­ other score to make a game of it at 48-43. Jones’ three cut it to 50-46 before the Li- ons went cold and TK seized control. Jones’ 19 points led Ma­ ple Valley, followed by Thrun’s 13. Yeazel led all scorers with 26 points, and Finkbeiner added 17 for TK. NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W2001 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9 a.m. on: Friday: Dec. 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Saturday: Dec. 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29thAny taxes received after Dec. 31, 2001, will be dated as received in 2002. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 28, 2002, licenses will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid by U.S. Mail or at my home by appointment. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP TREASURER 8935 W. MT. HOPE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, Ml 49096 PHONE #517-566-8913 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 11, 2001 - Page 9 These AREA MERCHANTS Support The Lions Let's Support These Merchants! DIANA'S PLACE i 11J)g30 Thprnapple Lake Rd. • Nashyil|e . 852*9481 KEN'S STANDARD SERVICE 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) • Lake Odessa 209 S. Main, VermQntville 374-1200 .... ^786-0888^^ ESEHKEE PA.ERT SS aEndH FK EEDESTEOR.E. KENT OIL & PROPANE! .1008 Reed St, • Nashville 852-9500 WOLEVER'S REAL ESTATE 135 Washington-VermonMIe - , ^26s063> M-66 at S. Village Limfe । Nashville 852-9210 FARM BUREAU INSURANCE good time pizza ' ' Hours: Mon., Tues., 10-10: Wed.,' '1 Thurs. & Sat. 1Q-1J; Fn. 10-Midnight, Sun. 11C1Q 852-1985 or 852-1986 ICARL'S SUPER MARKETJNC.I ............ g?9 Reedgt. • Nqshville -.J 11 N, Main St. • Nashville .. SS2-2OQS ... 832.3949 852-1991 MAPLE VALLEY NEWS ||MUSSERSERVICE!|M-C REPAIR & TOWING ' Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. -1351 N. M43 Hwy., Hastings ^.^.^45*9584 . 106 g. Main St. • Nashville SHIRLEY'S CHUCK WAGON CAFE| FURNITURE STRIPPING! 202 N. Mam St. • Nashvillp 852*2500 1.07.08 Kinsel Hwy. • Vermontville ..... 8.... 5..... 2....-... 9....4..... 4... 6.s____ BX ELAINE AND STUART ■ Stuart Southworth, Owner 538 Sherman • NasMttaj VERN'S REPAIR 1823 .Cpville-Rd. • Woodland 367-4544 852-0943 CITIZENS L.L.C. CO.! HECKER AGENCY! IHANSBARCER CONSTRUCTION 870 S. Main St. • Vermontville 255 N. Main • Nashville jjgpl Vermontville Hwy. 726-0514 852-9680 726-0323 MACEPH ARM ACYlHOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE! | EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK 219 N. Main St • .Nashville Lb8&52x -A0s ? 845? CHERYL'S HAIR SHOP 3661 Curtis Rd. • J^ashyille, 852*2377 219 .S. State St • Nashville 109 S. Main St. • Nashville. 852*0882 852*1830 MAPLE VALLEY IMPLEMENT, INC. MAPLE VALLEY REAL ESTATE 735 Sherman • Nashville (7 aocksE of Main) 852-1910 I - MQin * Nashville 852-1915 0B852-1916 KENYON'S SALES A SERVICE SIMWIIEMESIflltAKTIOEIIS HASTINGS CITY BANK SALES & SERVICE 130 S> Main • Vermontville MainSU* Vermontville 726-0181 726-0060 203 N. Main • Nashville 852-0790 GO LIONS! �Grapplers poised to make SMAA title run The 2001-02 Maple Valley varsity volleyball team. First row (I to r): Shelbi Cousins, Miranda Farr, Camille Wieland. Second row (I to r): Krystal Root, Ashley Gordeneer, Jessie Grant, Michele Silsbee. Third row (I to r): Chayla Robles, Holly Clouse, Stefanie Joostberns, Jessica Mansfield, Meagan Putnam, Jennifer Grant, Kyndra Root, Coach Kelly Becklin. The 2001-02 Maple Valley varsity wrestling team. First row (I to r): Joey Derochers, Russell Rhodes, Dustin Brown, Laura Trumble, Sergei Makhaylov, Kevin Fassett, Mark Shoemaker. Second row (I to r): Nathan Carney, Ben Boss, Andrew Kenyon, Matt Brumm, Matt Conklin, Matt Root, James Meyers, Eric Totten. Third row (I to r): Coach Wawiernia, Paul Felder, Jason Silsbee, Josh Grasman, Cole Hansbarger, Ben Swan, Coach Ricketts. Maple Valley varsity vol- (outside hitter), sophomore leyball coach Kelly Becklin Stefanie Joostberns Stefanie is pumped up about this (middle/outside) and freshyear’s team. man Kyndra Root (defensive “We are very excited for specialist). Roundup the upcoming season,” Coach Becklin points to Senior Jason Silsbee took Becklin said. “The girls are the team’s experience play­ first at 160 pounds and Ma­ working very hard and ing together, serving, of­ ple Valley placed seventh should see tremendous im­ fense and passing as key out of nine teams at the Jeff provement from last year.” strengths, but says the Lions Lehman Memorial Tourna­ Returning from last year’s will have to become more ment in Middleville on Sat­ team (5-32-1 and tied for consistent overall in order to urday. fifth in the SMAA) are sen­ succeed. Other Lion placers were iors Miranda Farr (outside Leslie and Dansville are Ben Boss (third at 130), hitter), Shelby Cousins the teams to beat in this Matt Brumm (fourth at 145) (middle) and Camille Wie­ year’s SMAA race. and Joey Desrochers (fourth land (middle/right side), and Key home matches this at 125). juniors Jessie Grant (mid- season include those on Jan.. Middleville won the tour­ dle), Krystal Root (setter) 16 against Leslie, Jan. 30 ney with 255 points. Maple and Jessica Mansfield (right against Dansville and Feb. Valley’s 76 points were five side). 13 against Olivet. better than SMAA rival and Top newcomers include Roundup eighth-place Olivet (71). junior Ashley Gordeneer The volleyball team made it to the quarterfinals of the Bath Tournament on Satur­ day before losing to Perry Boneless Pork 15-2 and 15-6. right away. “Our junior high program is helping us a lot,” said Lion coach Chris Ricketts, in his 28th year with the team. “We will have some young kids in the starting lineup, but we have good captains and senior leader­ ship.” The team will also benefit this season from a new prac­ tice room of its own. “We are very happy and excited to have our own wrestling room,” said Coach Ricketts. “We are able to do more things in there than we were able to do on the bal­ cony (where the team used to practice).” Tony Wawiernia coaches After a 6-2 mark and a third-place finish in the SMAA last year, the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team hopes to make a move for the top in 2002. Top returnees from last year’s team — which went 16-15 overall include seniors Jason Silsbee (160 pounds), Paul Felder (189) and Ben Swan (275), and juniors Josh Grasman (215) and Andrew Kenyon (119). Eight freshmen add depth to this year’s squad and will be called on to contribute Can 945-9554 for classified ads Lion spikers vow to improve in new year IF? now have. Instant Lottery the JV team and Craig Greenfield coaches the junior high. Chicken Breast Loin Roast (Great Gift Idea!) Call for Farmland Boneless Pork Chops Pork Sausage Links / Taking Orders Noiv Standing Rib Roast st Center Cut Fresh Ground Pork Chops Hamburger Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 * * Dozen 1/2 Gal. Bateman’s * Hamilton 2 Liter Bananaxs 10 Ildba. hBoag 5 lb. Pioneer Beet Orange 7’UP Eggs Juice Products^JS? P°^oes Lettuce $i|O9 79* 65* Gallon Bareman's 8 oz. Parade 1 lb. Imperial Stick 5 Qt. Pails Country Maid head 16 oz. Asst. Var. 114-15 oz. Kellogg's Cream Kraft K raf t Cheese Margarine ice Cream ressngs 98* ■IL* Sugar Dre s s i n g s Frosted Flakes, Froot Loops, Com Pops Swanson Premium 21.4 oz. Jell-0 No Bake Cheese Cake Strawberry • Cherry Extra Pott Pies PiesIn Store | M (Vermontville Grocery) /- 2? Phone 726-1570 I IUJNITEF.Dn WE STAND I—wlc- & cBT Winter Store Hours: Mon -Sat. 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm»Prices good thru Saturday VKA In pool play, the Lions beat Michigan Center 15-4 and 15-11, split with Mor­ rice 15-8 and 13-15, split with Ovid-Elsie 4-15 and 15-12, and lost to Bath 15-3 and 15-9. Their record stands at 1-2-2. On the day, Jessie Grant had 12 kills, Camille Wie­ land had eight and Stefanie Joostberns had six. Jessica Mansfield had 10 digs and Miranda Farr had nine. Krystal Root had 28 assists. Grant led the team in blocks with five, and Shelby Cousins added three. Kyndra Root had 12 aces and 24 service points, and Mans­ field had 11 aces and 12 service points. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex. handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence. limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper arc available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980, rhe HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. We Train. You Gain. Wick Buildings, a well-known manufacturer and builder of industrial and agri-buildings, is looking for individuals to work on construction crews out of Nashville, Mich., area. No experience is necessary. * Competitive Wage * Comprehensive Insurance Pkg. Vacation, Holidays, 401K Plan Call Today! 1-800-356-9682, press 7 email: infofe Wick Buildines com "An equal opportunity employer" gam gam ...and other cards, too. A product of Wick Building Systems, Inc. �The Ukm VMUy Nm. NMfwdte.Tuesday DecenOer n. 2001 - Pugv 11 Knife wielding teen attacks man, flees Police are seeking the public’s help to catch a teen­ age boy who attacked a man with a knife causing a minor cut Nov. 28 in the 1100 block of Charlton Drive in Castleton Township at about 7 p.m. Trooper Brad Martin said the victim had just parked in the driveway of an acquain­ tance when he was ap­ proached by the assailant from behind. “He asked him to give him a ride to Hastings and the victim said, ’that’s not going to happen,’” said Mar­ tin. "Then be took some­ thing from his waist and jabbed the victim with an unknown object.” Martin said the victim felt the object was slightly dull though he did not sec the weapon. The attacker then ran to­ ward the lake The armed man is de­ scribed as being white, about 17 yean old. 5’8" tall, medium build. He was wear­ ing a New York Yankees baseball cap and a light green wind breaker, baggy pants, white, high-top tennis shoes and is thought to have an caning in his left car. "Anybody who has infor- Diligent investigation leads to arrest of hit and run driver Diligent police work by Barry County Sheriffs Deputy Janette Shaffer has led to the arrest of a 19- year-old Bellevue man who con­ fessed to leaving the scene of a Thanksgiving day crash that injured four members of a Hastings family. The man allegedly ran the slop sign on eastbound Cox Road in Assyria Township at 11 p.m. and struck a northbound M-66 van driven by 49-ycar-old John Surratt and occupied by his wife, Kathy, and their (wo young sons, ages 3 and 4. The van rolled three times before coming to rest. The Surratts were wearing proper re­ straints and were able to avoid serious injury, police said. All four were taken by ambulance to Battle Creek Health System, where they were treated for their inju­ ries and released. "She did a heck of a job,” said Undershcriff Don Ford of Shaffer’s efforts. With help from Det. Sgt. Jay Olejniczak, Shaffer was able Io determine from the car parts left al the scene that the culprit was driving a 1986 or 1987 Buick Century. Shaffer contacted the Michigan Secretary of tary of State. I started check the residences of the regis­ tered owners closest to the accident scene,” Shaffer wrote in her report. “During my investigation, 1 at­ tempted to make contact with (the suspect) al (ad­ dress withheld) Tasker| Road.” The boy turned himself in to (he Barry County Sher­ iff's Office the next day (Dec. 3) and told police that he and another teen had been drinking in the car prior to the crash. He said he State’s Office and obtained told his father he had struck a list of registered owners of a tree and later gave the car such vehicles in Barry, Ea­ to his uncle to use for parts. ton and Calhoun counties. “(Suspect) said he blew “After receiving the in­ the stop sign and hit the formation from the Sccrc- van,” Shaffer said. “After his car stopped moving, he looked at the van and saw (hat it was still moving for­ ward so he turned around and drove away.” The man. who is mentally handicapped, told police he was afraid to go to prison. His 18-year-old passenger told police he was also afraid of getting into trouble and he “didn’t feel right tell­ ing -(the suspect) what to do.” The suspect had not been formally charged as of press time Wednesday. Automotive Vermontville Lions name top student Salena Woodman is this months Vermontville Lion's Club student of the month. She is an Sth grader and her parents are Anne and Troy Woodman, Subscribe to the... Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. Call 945-9554 today. FOR SALE: Just in time for winter. '98 GMC Jimmy 4x4. Copper metallic outside with tan leather inside, full power and just about all the options, 4 door, automatic, 81,000 miles. Excellent con­ dition. Cail (616)948-4328 af­ ter 5:00pm weekday and anytime on weekends. $15,000 firm. nation that cuuM help us are asked to call the Michigan State Police or Silent Ob­ server.” said Martin. Marti n can be reached al 948-8283 w hiIc the number foe Silent Observer is 1400­ 310-9031. Girl Scouts offer holiday gift wrapping Troop No. 603 of Nashville Giri Scouts of Glowing Embers Council will hove a gift wrapping fund-raiser These fourth grade girl* and their leaders will be at the Vermontville United Methodist Church Saturday, Dec. 15, from 10 30 am to 4:30 p.m., waiting for people to bring gifts they need wrapped for the holidays. Scouts will have a selection of wrapping paper to wrap gifts at SI a gift, and for an additional 25 cents, “cus­ tomers” can have ribbon or | bows added to their wrap­ ping. The funds raised by these Junior Giris Scouts will go toward a summer trip they arc planning. This trip will help their work toward dif­ ferent merit badges in cate­ gories such as Money Sense, Outdoor Activities, and How To Stay Safe. • 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 Lost & Found • I I Miscellaneous School Personnel. Vision NASHVILLE - Lydia C Burcheit. age 97, of Impaired People. and the Farm Bureau. Nashville. died Saturday. Lydia was preceded in Dec S. 2001 at Thoraappk death by her husband of 72 Manor. years. Howard, three broth­ She was bom Feb. 6.1904 Jessie. Byron and in Nashville, Ml. the daugh­ ers. Howard: and son-in-law. ter of William and Eva Ellon Norris. (Rohartl Guy. Surviving Mrs Rurchctt Lydia was raised in the is sons. Jack (Hope) Nashville Dew ling area and Burchett of Dowling. James attended area schools. She graduated from Nashville (Joyce) Burchett of Edmore Richard (Mary) School. then continued her and Burchett of Grand Rapids; cducaboa at Barry County Normal where she prepared daughters, Betty (Malcolm) for a career as a country Young of Augusta. school teacher. Marguerite (Owen) Sult of She married Howard S. Dowling and Barbara (L.D.) Burchett in 1927 at her par­ Becker of Battle Creek; 21 ents home in Nashville. He grandchildren: 33 great preceded her in death after grand children: three great 72 years of marriage. great grand children. In 1964 she received her Visitation will (^kc place bachelors degree in educa­ on Tuesday, Dec. 11 from 6 tion from Western Michigan to S p.m. at the Maple Valley University Chapel and also one hour Lydia loved being a prior to the service at teacher, and retired after 23 Nashville Baptist Church years as a country school Services will be held on teacher in several Barry Wednesday, Dec 12 at I County country schools and I p.m. at Nashville Baptist Delton Kellogg Elementary. Church. Rev. Lester She loved to fish, and DcGroot officiating. enjoyed camping, singing, Memorials may be made and crocheting. to the American Cancer She was a member of the Society. Barry County Teachers Arrangements were made Association, the Michigan by Maple Valley Chapel, Association of Retired Nashville. SEE US FOR AU YOUR PRINTING NEEDS LOST: 8-10 week old Golden Lab puppy in the Maple Grove area, if found, please call (616)758-4042 MOVING SALE: Saturday, December 15th, 9am-5pm. 8387 W. M-43, Sunfield. House and contents for sale. China cabinet, refrigerator, gas range, bar stools, oak icebox neprod., rolltop desk, dishes, 1940's blonde bed­ room suite, 3/4 bed, sewing machine and cabinet, craft supplies, etc., CHRISTMAS items, jewelry, mink coat, turtle collection, lawn trac­ tor, mower, plow and chains, power and hand tools, air compressor. Arc welder, table saw, drill press, antique windmills, Kirby vacuum, lots of mis­ cellaneous in house and ga­ rage Lydia C. Burchett I I [§ Full Color Copies each u N I I 8 1/2x1 r only Expires December 31, 2001 (No copyrighted pictures) Char otte inC. A division ofJ-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m �The Macle Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 11,2001 - Page 12 ays’ < w neth er if* n Holiday cards & photos add a personal touch any message you send! Let us help you capture the moments with photos & cards of the season! HOLIDAY PHOTO CARDS Personalize your greetings by inserting that special photo in our holiday card holders. Choose from our large selection & order now! 10 ct. pkg. w/10 envelopes from $7.49 CHRISTMAS FUN FRAMES by Possibilities from FO-ilittoS >7.99 Designed to inspire holiday cheer, these festive frames make a great gift idea when you add that special photo! PERSONALIZED HOLIDAY LABELS Choose one of our many designs or create a label ofyour own* 150 LABELS - *8.50 250 LABELS - *9.50 500 LABELS-*11.00 iarak toWwt* 'Personal designs $5 00 extra Students from the leadership class, (from left) Kaylene Rutledge, former Maple Valley teacher Kristy Lamke who is running a marathon for cancer victims, Jerrica Ashcraft, Kelly Willson and Rochelle Currier. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley Lead­ ership class sponsored a drive that raised more than $1,300 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The class also will spon­ sor former Maple Valley teacher Kristy Lamke to run for the cause in a 26.2-mile marathon in Hawaii. Lamke, who teaches in Charlotte, will run the mara­ thon in memory of Travis Seavolt, who lost his battle with leukemia and son of Maple Valley staff member Jeff Seavolt and his wife, Donna. She also planned to run Dec. 9 in memory of Robert Sheathelm and in honor of Amy Warner, a 7- year-old in remission for her second year. The top high school group that raised the most money was Rose Cerny's fifth hour English 11 class and the winning junior high class was Chris Pash's seventh grade geography class. The winning classes were give a pizza party hosted by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Norma Jean Acker's leadership class. "Each year the leadership class chooses a charity as part of our community serv­ ice and connection projects," said Acker. "This year we chose organizations that are involved with cancer re­ search. Aside from the Luekemia and Lymphoma Soci- Vermontville senior citizens meet Dec. 19 The Vermontville Senior Citizens’ group will meet for a potluck lunch at noon Wednesday, Dec. 19, at the Vermontville United Meth­ odist Church. All local senior citizens are invited to meet and greet one another at this monthly event. For further information, please call Hildred Peabody at 517-726-0574. WrFrkiL WH4UI7 W Check out all our Special Services: 35MM & APS Processing Business Cards Color Posters Folding & Collating Laminating Color & B/W Copies Custom Rubber Stamps Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON ■ FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 ety, we have partnered with the Relay for Life in Barry County for other events throughout the year. The students and I chose cancerrelated charities because we realized after much discus­ sion that capcer is a disease that has touched all of our lives," said Acker. There are 22 students in the leadership class and all were involved in the project. Students Nick Mapes, Kaylene Rutledge, and Stacy Hamilton were the students in charge of the project, Acker said. 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... Two blood drives set for next week Margarwi Hokey N74 MoM» Run Ionia, WB 47800 • • • • • • Leadership class students raise money to fight leukemia Two Red Cross blood drives will be held next week in Barry County. The first will be from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, at the Castleton Town­ ship Hall, 915 Reed St. in Nashville. The second drive will be from 1 to 3:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, at Pennock Hospital, 1009 W. Green St., Hastings. Red Cross officials say the holiday season presents an opportunity for people give the gift of life or to be­ gin a tradition of donating. Fred Sterns, executive di­ rector of the Great Lakes Region of the American Red Cross, said that because of the tremendous response of Americans since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington D.C., “For the first time in years, the blood supply isn’t on the brink of crisis. With the help and generosity of our new and regular donors, we can keep it that way.” 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 contribute. For more information, call the Barry County chap­ ter of the American Red Cross at 945-3122. • Pumps-* Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • 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 FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-12-18.pdf 7dc477a8d6638db8f68d53cb7ddc8fd6 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) w«tmgspMi|(. «TWgs hi M05S-1SS3 Vol. 129-No. 51 December 18, 2001 How many managers needed in 3-man police department? by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter A request by the Nash­ ville police committee to move police officer Jeff Miller into a sergeant’s posi­ tion was tabled after dis­ agreements Thursday at the Village Council meeting. Dan Kellogg, a member of the committee, told the council that when it looked like Police Chief Garry Bar­ nes would be off for a month for health reasons, the committee looked at the idea and recommended Miller be promoted. He said he had Barnes perform an evaluation on Miller. "Isn't that a managerial type job?" asked council man Ralph Kirk. "Yes," said a member of council. "So in a department of three we need two manag­ ers?" asked Kirk. Councilman Ron Harris II said, "Absolutely." "Well, if he is filling in for the chief, we should up his pay, but I just don't see how in a department of three we need two managers.” Harris said he thought it would be a good incentive for officers to stay and work in the village, and that Bar­ nes has expressed his sup­ port for the position. "I think we hired the chief and we support him, and he is saying he needs this tool to run his department better and I think that should weigh heavily on our deci- After the council meeting last Thursday, council members participated in a team skills building activity, led by Steve Wheeler. Here Dan Kellogg, and president Frank Dunham complete their answers on the activity. Nashville Police Officer geants position. sion," said Harris. Kirk said again that he just thought it was not needed to have two manag­ ers in a three-person depart­ ment. Barnes said, "We have five officers." Kirk said, "Well what per­ centage of managers is that? 40%? We need 40% of our department to be manag­ ers?" "I think we would have a better department with a chain of command," said ess of closing a sale They also showed their tentative plans for a 42-lot develop­ ment next to the golf course for which they also would like village water and sewer. Jeff Miller is up for a Ser­ The property in question is in both the village and the township, so Dunham said __________ - Council member Steve Wheeler Harris. an agreement would have to Barnes said the position be reached with Castleton was much more than just a Harris. The council then voted Township, and other matters shift manager. Council member Steve unanimously to appoint looked at before the council "The sole purpose is not Wheeler said, "Well, when it Miller as acting chief while can reach a decision. to be a shift supervisor, but started, Terry Johnson and Barnes is out, with an ad­ Davis said the develop­ to assist me and he has done the chiefboth applied for the justed 20% base salary raise ment would be picking up a great job with that... he chiefs job and when we retroactive to time he has any costs for the sewer and helps with the paper work, hired the chief in, we gave it served in that capacity. water extension. he does the accident reports, to Terry Johnson as more of In other business at the He had no comment on reviews the reports, and he an incentive... in retrospect meeting, the council: the development for the is our chief investigator... it we probably should have • Heard from Tad Davis newspaper, but said he is much more than being never created it." and Orvin Moore, who are would talk as soon as the shift supervisor." "Did it benefit the village requesting village water and sale closed. "As I understand it, this is in any way?" asked Kellogg. sewer be extended to Mul­ • Adopted revised ordi­ not a new position?" asked "Not that I could see," berry Fore Golf Course, on nance No. 181 which per­ said Wheeler. which they are in the proc- tains to hiring. "Well I have looked at it objectively and I am highly in favor of it," said Harris. "Well, the thing you need to know, Ron, is that we did not get the information until tonight," said Wheeler, re­ ferring to the job descrip­ Santa Claus will visit the Santa, receive a goodie bag, tion. Wheeler then made a Vermontville Township hear stories read by Mrs. motion to table the request. Council member Ed Shel­ Library Saturday, Dec. 22, Claus, and enter a door prize drawing. don said the issue had been from 1 to 3 p.m. Children can visit with discussed for months and “Well, when (the shift supervisor job) started, Terry Johnson and the chief both applied for the chief’s job and when we hired the chief in, we gave it to Terry Johnson as more of an incentive... in retrospect we probably should never created it.” Santa Claus to visit Vermontville Library Snow finally falls Snow was heaviest on the lawn areas with the paths and roads still clear that everyone should be pre­ pared to vote on it. Council Trustee Karen Betts said it was on the agenda. "Well, it was on the agenda, but we did not get the information until to­ night," said Wheeler. A vote was taken on the tabled request and after a 3­ 3 tie with Wheeler, Kirk, and Kellogg voting to table it and the other council members voting to not table it, President Frank Dunham broke the tie. In This Issue Maplewood’s 50th year to be celebrated in 2002 Maple Valley Athletic Boosters selling cards to raise funds Car Club gives $500 to ‘Wish Upon a Star’ program Lions eagers 2-0 in SMAA league action �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Page 2 Maplewood’s 50th year to be celebrated in 2002 by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maplewood School will celebrate its 50th anniver­ sary next spring and Princi­ pal Fred Davenport said the school is seeking any infor­ mation about the school and its history for the celebra­ tion. "The school was built in 1952, as it says in the cor­ nerstone of the hallway," said Davenport. "For the celebration, we would like to collect newspaper clip­ pings, architectural plans, construction costs, photos, anything really that pertains to when the school was built." Davenport said Mary Fisher and Susan Dawson at the school are in charge of the efforts to find informa­ tion and they can be con­ tacted through the school if anyone in the community has some to offer. "Hopefully, for the cele­ bration, we can get former teachers and students to­ gether," he said. Davenport said that an exciting discovery was made by talking to a former stu- iana’s The Place to Go for Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Corner of M-66 and Thomapple Lake Road dent who was in kindergar­ ten when the school was built. "We were told that when the building was built, a metal box containing items was put in the cornerstone block and we would love to figure out a way to get at that box." He said he is seeking any­ one who knows about ma­ sonry work, and can consult as to how that box could be extracted out of the block. "We would like to get at the box, but we not at the expense of having the school collapse," he said, laughing. "Once we find out if we can get to that, the kids will be really excited." Davenport said he is also seeking those who would like to serve on the commit­ tee to organize the event to contact the school at (517) 726-0600. 1-517-852-9481 Gift Ideas Arrows • Ammunition • Lit • Gloves • Hats • Hot Seats • Tree Stands • Black Powder9 • Archery Supplies • Insulated Boots k and Rubber Boots OVER-THE-FOOT Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5 HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE ■,w-~i 219 S. State in Nash’ 852-0882 I rear I www.hometownlumber.i Maplewood School Principal Fred Davenport,(from left), Mary Fisher, and Susan Dawson sit by the 1952 cement block that could possibly hold a time capsule. Car Club gives $500 to ‘Wish Upon a Star’ picked up at the church from 9 a.m. to noon in the morn­ ing. Elliston said the program is still looking for food do­ nations and that boxes are set at the banks, Carl's Su­ permarket and at the village office. She said she can be by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville "Wish Upon a Star" program was presented with a $500 check from the Nashville Car Club last Thursday, funds of which were raised by the first annual car show this summer. The car show was organ­ ized by the Nashville Car Club and Nashville Village Council Member Dan Kel­ logg. "We are really excited about the donation," said Lois Elliston, who organizes the program. "The program is helping 200 children and 118 fami­ lies," said Elliston. She said that anyone who hasn't returned stars and pre­ sents to the bank should do so today, Tuesday, Dec. 18. Elliston said that baskets and gifts will be packed Fri­ day, Dec. 21, at 6 p.m. at the United Methodist Church and anyone who would like to volunteer can show up to help. Saturday, Dec. 22, the baskets and the gifts can be contacted at the village of­ fice if someone needs items to be picked up. She said the donations have been generous to the program this year and should be able to provide many families with gifts and food this holiday season. Dan Kellogg, of the Nashville Car Club, gives a $500 check to Lois Elliston for the “Wish Upon a Star” pro­ gram. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd.Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Some­ one Special.” For information call 1­ 616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School...................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........................ TKa.m. TKa.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 of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............... a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. 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 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................. 9:45 Morning Worship.................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship................................ 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............. 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Worship Senrice................. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Sunday School A.M. Service P.M. Service 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. Church School ..................... 0 a.m. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Fellowship Time After Worship Church Service ................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................................ 10 Fellowship Time............... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................................... 10:50 REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 10 a 11:15a 6p PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE * Phone: (517) 852-9228 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) 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 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship................................ 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTOR JEFF SWIFT GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHD0DIST CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets W.orship Senrice Sunday School............ . 9:45 a.m. .11:15 a.m. REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED . METHODIST CHURCH .. M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT . (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. David T. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St.. Vermontville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASST. PASTOR LES ANDERSON VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School...................... 10 a.m. Church Service...................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOSTMHOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. December 18. 2001 - Page 3 Maplewood’s PALS visit Lansing school Maplewood students outside the Dwight Rich Middle School. leaders in the school. "I am finding that when you give the kids responsi­ bility, they like it and can take that and run with it. They are able to do a good job in that role." The PALS program is new since this last year, and Davenport said he will con­ tinue with the program. Dwight Rich middle school PALS students. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maplewood Elementary PALS program students re­ cently visited Dwight Rich School in Lansing. The PALS program stands for peer assistance leadership, and includes stu­ dents in fourth, fifth and sixth grades. The students meet during and after school to learn about conflict reso- HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1.800-535-7203_ 945-2243 $4.50 Kids all shows $4.75 DAILY Matinees til 6pm & Seniors $5.00 Students & Late Shows Frl A Sat $5.50 Evenings Mon -Thurs Q No passes DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Free Drink Rtf Illa A ,25c Corn Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View $ [THE GIFT OF MOVIES] \$10 Book Plus $1 Free GIFT CERTIFICATES $20 Book Plus $2 Free GEORGE CLOONEY JULIA ROBERTS MAH DAMON BRAD PITT ★ STARTS WEDNESDAYS IQLORD OF THE RINGS (PG-13) SHOWTIMES 12/18 O OCEAN'S ELEVEN (PG-13) disitaustaoium seating 11:50, 2:05, 4:30, 7:00, 9:35 SPY GAME (R) 11:30, 2:00, 4:30, 7:20, 9:45 BEHIND ENEMY LINES (PG-13) DICITAL/STAOIUM SEATING 11: 40, 1:45, 4:00, 7:10, 9:20 HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE (PG) 12: 20, 3:20. 6:30. 9:25 ESQ 20oz.drink with $1.50 (1/2 price) purchase of 46o2. bag of buttery popcorn "MV" one per ad O Hastings 4 1 B WWW.GQTI.COM 1 B | lution and to learn about leadership roles in the school. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport said stu­ dents volunteer for the pro­ gram and then teachers and parents recommend the par­ ticipants. "I want these students to take ownership of the school," said Davenport. "I am noticing that by being in this leadership role, the stu­ dents rise to the occasion and enjoy filling the respon­ sibility. They serve as help­ ers when people tour the school and for social events." Students from the pro­ gram traveled to Lansing to learn about how day to day life is at another school. Davenport said the students learned a lot that day. The students who went had comments such as, "This was really fun, I hope to do it again, " "The gym was huge! I was a little nervous at first but then I got the hang of it." "They have security guards in every hall." Students also commented on how the schools were dif­ ferent, including the way they were broken up, the number of classes and the added security. Davenport said, "It was interesting to see the stu­ dents come back and appre­ ciate their school that much more. They all said they saw a lot of security measures, and officers in each hall. They said they felt safer here and were grateful for that." Davenport said the trip was one of many things the students participate in that gives them the skills to be December 20, 2001 this little one will be BIG 50 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, “SALLY Much love—Dad, Mom & All The Stewart Family_ .Sally Martin turns 5 Demands re-count as panic sets in i- Refuses to join 'over-the-hill' gang A you/t family Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... > eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details of buying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we’re here to J|j TRUMBLE help-in good times and Insurance & w I Financial Services AGENCY in bad-year after year. <yluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Tk&No ProbPt/m PuopPt, * TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Page 4 Sunfield adds water tower Christmas Holiday Deadlines for B of rriRPLE VFKJdEY 'I news^l^ ews qp ~ Display Advertising Deadlines for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be fW Thursday, December 20 at Noon. ~ Classified Deadlines ~ for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be _r Friday December 21 at Noon. Deadline for The Reminder will be Sunfield is adding a new tower to its skyline — a wa­ ter tower. The village has outgrown Friday December 21 at 3 p.m. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate These are the pieces of the ball or spheroid that will be constructed atop the shaft. its village wells and is put­ ting up the water tower. The new tower will be 132 feet tall with a 300,000- This is the shaft for Sunfield’s new water tower. It should be ready for action in the spring. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 85 web Site: www.lansing-realestate.i emenmni Broker, HIY1S" Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 We Wish "Vouand Vours"d Merrp Christmas NEW LISTING CHECK THIS OUT! Nyle, Joan, Homer, Jerry 2 bedroom bungalow with many new improvements 8 2 1/2 car garage on 2 acres with a creek. Immediate possession! Call Homer. (CH-156) PEACEFUL "COUNTRY $269,9001 OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring 8c cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the “info*. Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot (H-123) “VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com LIVING" With this 3 bedroom mobile home on one acre. Double roof over home, 2 car garage &■ storage shed, well groomed lawn with large gar­ den space. 1 1/2 miles from town. Call Homer. (CH-149) "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on & off street parking. Charming small town “Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (N-148) VACANT LOTS & LAND BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE! Suitabe for “walk-out" base­ ment, wooded, good location, all surveyed. Call Nyle for ■details". (VL-150) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS SURVEYED, PERKED 8t DRIVE­ WAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay & are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) 8 ACRES WITH 5000 SQ. FT. COMMERCIAL BUILDING Bathrooms, retail area, ware­ house facility, many possibili­ ties, land contract terms posible. Call Nyle today for all the details. (VL-151) 4 ACRE BUILDING SITE Perked and surveyed, mature apple trees to surround your new home. Land contract terms possible. Call Nyle to see how easy it may be to own this piece of the countryside. (VL-152) WANT PRIVACY? This 7+ acres located 1/4 mile off the road with mature fruit trees & grapes this property is a must see. Call Nyle for your pri­ vate showing. (VL-155) 5.6 ACRES WITH 5 VARIETIES OF FRUIT TREES Mature grapes secluded setting, manufactured homes welcome with restrictions. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-154) $23,900 BUYS THIS 2.4 ACRES Perked and surveyed, potential walkout site, mature fruit trees, seller assist terms possible. (VL-153) The workers use cables to move the shaft to dryer ground. gallon tank. Chicago Bridge Iron (CBI) is constructing the tower. The ball or sphe­ roid was made in Houston, Texas, and the shaft in Iowa. Dixon engineering in Lake Odessa is doing the inspec­ tions. A six-man team from Illi­ nois and Wisconsin is doing the work. Crew leader Jerry Evans said this is a medium­ sized tower. CBI has built towers that hold three mil­ lion gallons. If the weather is good we can get the tower up in six and a half weeks,” he said. “The warm weather was nice, but now it is very muddy. I would rather be working on frozen ground than muddy ground. We don’t stop for winter — we know no seasons. I may be kinda sneaky & might be a little shifty But this pretty gal Is a little past 50. ^/7 o® Happy Birthday Susie Gutchess 12-14-01 Love, Family & Friends PRICED REDUCED! NOW $89,900!!! NASHVILLE "RIVERFRONT" 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (N-147) SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS!! SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON 2+ WOODED ACRES. Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement. Fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more “Info". LIST­ ED AT $125,000! Assumable mortgage (CH-127) Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and keep informed on local & area news. Call us at 945-9554. The family of Kenneth Furlong would like to thank everyone who came from near or far away. Thanks to all the nurs­ ing staff on 2 central at Pennock Hospital, Dr. Woodliff, Eaton Manor in Charlotte. The VFW Post 8260 in Nashville, the ladies at the United Methodist Church for the lovely lunch­ eon. Pastor Ken Vaught for the visits, prayers and just being there when we needed you. Thanks to Scott Daniels and Sharon at Maple Valley Chapel, A very special thank you to Russ and Irene Furlong for all you did. Sandie & Auzzle; Ron & Linda Hannink & family; Randy & Deb Vandiver & family; Ross & Deb Furlong & family; John & Teresa Thomas & family; Jim & Joyce Fuller & family; Scoff & Jackie Furlong & family; Tom & Cindy Taylor & family. �Maple Valley Athletic Boosters selling Valu-cards to raise funds The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Page 5 School Lunch Menus ■ Elementary Schools (Maplewood & Fuller) ideas. We are always look­ ing for ideas for promotions and fund-raisers." The boosters have helped fund so far this year, many events including helped pay for the summer league entry fee for junior varsity girls’ basketball, scholarships for five athletes to attend a lead­ ership conference, purchase of a one man blocking/tackling sled for the football pro­ gram, purchase of a weight bench and rack for the weight room, and a tumbling aid for the competitive cheer team. Lunch Menus Wednesday, Dec. 19 Chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, fruit, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk Thursday, Dec. 20 Cheese pizza, green beans, pear halves, peanut butter brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Dec. 21 Chicken fries, scalloped potatoes, peaches, holiday treat, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Dec. 24 No School Tuesday, Dec. 25 Merry Christmas. Note: Maplewood Ele- mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley JrJSr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 19 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Thursday, Dec. 20 H.S. Hungry Howies. Choose One - Pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broccoli/cheese, trail mix, juice, milk. Friday, Dec. 21 Cook Is Choice. Monday, Dec. 24 No School. Tuesday, Dec. 25 Merry Christmas. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Athletic Director Mike Sparks hold one of the Valucards that the Maple Valley Boosters Club is now sell­ ing. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley Ath­ letic Boosters are selling Valu-cards that feature a va­ riety of discounts to busi­ nesses statewide. Booster Jim Leonard said the cards are available from winter athletes or at Some­ thing Special by Kathy in Nashville. "They are 10 dollars and are good at all businesses statewide," said Leonard. "These make great stocking staffers." . The cards are good at places like Arby's, Apple­ bee's, Burger King, Den­ ny’s, Little Ceaser’s, and many more fast food places. They are also good at other places, such as Classic Dry Cleaning, Firestone, Gold's Gym, Jim's Flower Shop, Family Video, the Muffler Man and many more. The next booster club meeting is at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, in the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High office conference room. Leonard said the club is looking for more volunteers for booster events. "We try to be at least one season ahead in our planning of booster events and promotions," he said. "We are now making plans for spring sports and next sea­ son’s fall sports. If someone has an idea, for example, for the next football season, now is the time to come to a booster meeting with the Thanks for making Eaton Federal your Hometown Bank. VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP Miranda Farr was named to the all-tournament team at the Eaton Rapids Invita­ tional on Saturday. The Lady Lions as a team lost to Lansing Christian (15-6, 15-3), Eaton Rapids (15-11, 15-3), Lansing East­ ern (15-0, 15-7) and Olivet (15-6,15-12). Jessie Grant had 12 kills and Ashley Gordeneer had 10. Krystal Root has 29 as- C a le nda r -, g - ■ sists. Grant had three solo blocks, and Camille Wie­ land had two. Kyndra Root and Miranda Farr each had six digs, and Chayla Robles had four. Farr added six aces and 18 service points, and Kyndra Root had five aces and 15 service points. Maple Valley (1-6-2) goes to the Carson City Invi­ tational on Dec. 27. oyfr E v e n ts ■'■'" '"''A"— ”- MSU Extension Office Dec. 20 Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Jan. 1 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Christmas Eve Holiday - Extension Office Closed. Christmas Holiday - Extension Office Closed. Happy New Year!! - Holiday - Extension Office Closed. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1 p.m. - Untilfurther notice. There's no time more appropriate than the Holiday Season to tell you how sincerely your goodwill and patronage are appreciated. — Donate A Toy — Once again this year, Eaton Federal will be collecting unwrapped toys, mittens, hats and scarves for Christmas Kiddies. We will be closing at 1:00 p.m. on December 24, Christmas Eve Eaton Federal FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Maple Leaf Inn in Vermontville J Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 • Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 • Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Page 6 R & W ranch, preserve host for women’s pheasant hunt The women and their guide and dog are all set and ready to go on a hunt. The women enjoy shooting clay targets at the outdoor event. The ranch is co-owned by Joe and Gloria Wagner and John and Heidi Reilly, and the event was put on by the Department of Natural Re­ sources. "Sixteen woman attended from all over the state," said Gloria. "It was a first-time experience for many of the women, and we had a wonThe R & W Pheasant derful day." Ranch and Hunting Preserve The day started early with in Nashville was host for the introductions, then discus­ recent annual “Becoming an sions on various hunting Outdoor Woman” pheasant topics such as gun safety, hunt. types of guns, hunting with dogs, kinds of dogs, ethics, the fundamentals of shoot­ ing, etiquette and many more. ■■5781 Thornapple Lk Rd., Nashville ■■ At 10:30 a.m., the women ventured into the outdoors Cozy Kitties, Wolues, g for some clay target shoot­ ing. Unicorns, Eagles, After the target shooting, Wizards and Dragons, the women enjoyed lunch. Hummingbirds,, Angels & Gloria, who is a published book author, prepared White Tigers, plus lots more. p cook fresh pheasant, grouse and B B B ~B woodcock with Lyn Face, a by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer ■ Little’s Country Store ■ WELCOME TO SPRING! KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Academically speaking, that is...) Registration is now underway for Spring 2002 semester at Kellogg Community College's Fehsenfeld Center in Barry County. Over 75 course offerings available locally including: Liberal Arts/Transfer/General Education Business and Computers Human Services and Criminal Justice Fine Arts and Humanities The Fehsenfeld Center has something for everyone: traditional college students high school juniors and seniors (dual enrollment) returning students (our average age is 31) • retirees/lifelong learning KCC Fehsenfeld Center will be closed for the holidays beginning Mon., December 24th through Wed., January 2nd Classes Start on or after January 14, 2002 Don't delay - Sign up now! The women took 14 birds after their day of hunting at the R and W Ringneck Pheasant Ranch and Hunting Preserve in Nashville. chef in Okemos who pre­ pared the food in cast iron pans surrounded by char­ coal. Gloria said it was the first time many of the women had tasted the birds. "They loved it," she said. After lunch the women set out to hunt pheasant on the 105 acres of the hunting preserve. After the hunt, the women were trained in game care and cleaning. "It was just a really excit­ ing day," said Gloria. "Women from all ages from young to retired gathered to learn more about hunting. It was really nice to have eve­ ryone from experienced to novice learning too. One lady had never shot before and so she got a chance to and just loved the clay shooting." Gloria said the women took 14 birds, which were cleaned and divided among the women to take home. Gloria said the DNR is host for a variety of events to bring outdoors topics to women. "The DNR offers many wonderful seminars and classes for women and is putting forth a lot of effort to aquaint women with hunt­ ing and fishing and the out­ doors. It was always consid­ ered a man’s sport but many of us enjoy the sport in our own right." The event was sponsored Continued next page Lynn Marla, coordinator for the event from the DNR greets the women as they sign in. SPACE YOUR STORAGE PLACE UNITS 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 Appliances, Furniture, Boat, ATV, Car, Files and more. 5% OFF PRE-PAY 6 MONTHS & SENIOR CITIZENS 1O% 12 MONTHS IS SAFE, CLEAR AND DRY. Make Your Reservations NOW! call 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Road (M-66) • Lake Odessa, Ml yager.net �s. From previous page by both the DNR and the Andy Ammann Chapter Ruffled Grouse Society. This is the second year the ranch has been open, said Gloria, though the Wagners have 15 years in the business. The ranch al­ lows hunters and hunting parties to come out and hunt pheasant and commune in the hunting clubhouse for the season, which runs from Aug. 15 to April 30. "We are avid deer hunt­ ers, so we close the first few days of the season," said Gloria. The ranch raises 10,000 pheasants a year. The raising facility is on Price Road and the preserve is on State Road. The hunting preserve is handicap accessible and that gives handicapped hunters a way to come out with their carts and hunt. Gloria said they schedule hunting seven days a week. It has been nice, we have Joe and Gloria Wagner, who co-own the ranch with John and Heidi Reilly, hosted the DNR Outdoor Woman event. felt very welcome in the community and have had huge support." The Becoming an Outdoor Woman Series has GRAND LEDGE Barbara Lucille Sweet Murray Flynn, of Grand Ledge, and formerly of Alto, Mich., went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2001 atThomapple Manor in Hastings, at the age of 82. “Bobbie” was bom March 24, 1919, the daughter of Edward A. and Anna K. (Sprout) Sweet. Mrs. Flynn was preceded in death by both her parents; husbands, Paul Everett Murray and Clair Flynn; sis- Holiday carets & photos add 0 personal touch to any message you send! events throughout the year. For more information, call coordinator Lynn Marla at (517) 241-2225. Barbara Lucille (Sweet) (Murray) Flynn ter, Gereldine Ducap; broth­ er, Frank Sweet; twin sister, Bessie Deitz. She is survived by her children, Raymond L. Murray, Pauline R. (Harold) Everett, Alice I. (Donald) Sleeman, Patrick P. (Janice) Murray; 16 grandchildren; and many great grandchil­ dren; sisters, Melba Drake, Aletha Shepard, Jackie Baker, Marion Smith; and brother, Phil Sweet. Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 15, 2001 at the First Baptist Church of Sebewa, Lake Odessa. Rev. J. Andrew Frey officiated. Pallbearers were Ervin Smith, Mark Everett, Wayne Sleeman, Matthew Sleeman, Andrew Sleeman, Jake Murray. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery, Lowell, Mich. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to Gideon Bible, c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. The arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home. For more information, log onto www.legacy.com. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you des­ ignate. Ask your funeral director for more infor­ mation on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. December 18. 2001 - Page 7 shville, Tu Let us help you capture the moments with photos & cards of the season! HOLIDAY PHOTO CARDS Personalize your greetings by inserting that special photo in our holiday card holders. Choose from our large selection & order now! I 10 ct. pkg. w/10 envelopes from $7.49 CHRISTMAS FUN FRAMES by Possibilities ^from $7.99 Designed to inspire holiday cheer, these festive frames make a great gift idea when you add that special photo! PERSONALIZED HOLIDAY LABELS Choose one ofour many designs or create a label ofyour own* 150 LABELS - *8.50 250 LABELS - *9.50 500 LABELS - *11.00 'Personal designs $5.00 extra Margaret Hokey 5874 HolUe Run Ionia, Ml 47800 Sarah Goodwin 1002 Park St. Tulsa,Mi48887 Check out all our Special Services: • 35MM & APS Processing • Business Cards • Color Posters • Folding & Collating ' • Laminating • Color & B/W Copies • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N. Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 j �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Page 8 Non-profit agencies Christmas wish lists In order to facilitate peo­ ple’s desire to do more for others this Christmas sea­ son, the Volunteer Center and Barry County United Way have collaborated to put together a Christmas Wish List for 20 area non­ profit human service agen­ cies. In the list, names of peo­ ple to contact and telephone numbers are provided for each agency. Those who want further information can contact Camille Riley at the Volunteer Center, 945-2006. “Let’s remember the true spirit of this holiday season and give something back to our community,” Riley said. “Give the gift of giving!” RED CROSS •4-5 drawer lateral file cabinet •Computer desk •White view binders -1" •Hanging file folders •Printer cartridges- #45 black/#23 color •Fax machine •Copy machine Contact: Gayle Marsh, 945-3122 CIRCLE PINES CENTER •Garden new tools, plants, seed and soil •Sports - new or used sports equipment •Art - paper and supplies •Miscellaneous - new or used sleeping bags, new wa­ ter bottles Contact: Traci Furman, 623-5555 BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS •Computer UNIT OF THE BARRY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT •Four new tables and 24 new chairs. The Lifetime ta­ bles are 30 x 72 and cost $48.97 each. The Lifetime chairs cost $19.97 each. Both are available from Sam’s Club. Contact: Julie DeBoer, 948-4805 BARRY COMMUNITY HOSPICE •Twin fitted sheets (bot­ tom only) •Ensure or Boost drinks •Body lotion •Briefs (adult medium & large) •Baby monitors (new or used) •Donated massage for pa­ tients in home •Donated hair cuts for people in their homes Contact: Barbara VanDyken, 948-8452 BARRY COUNTY COMMISSION ON AGING •Holiday Helper - Volun­ teers are needed to help homebound seniors address Christmas cards, wrap pre­ sents, record family recipes, shop, etc. •Adult diapers (in sizes medium, large and x-large to be distributed to low income seniors) •New fitted seven-year •Coffee crib sheets •Individual packets of •New Sealy crib mat­ creamer & sugar tresses •Styrofoam cups. •New Jenny Lind cribs •Individually wrapped Contact: Karen Jousma, candies for holiday favors 948-3264 for the homebound VICTIM SERVICES •A gas-powered push mower to be used at clients’ homes Contact: Tammy Pen­ nington, 948-4856 BARRY COUNTY SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES •Pens •Pencils •Notepads •Staples •Copy paper •Adding machine rolls •Replacement cartridges for printers •Printer •Office supplies •Adult volunteers for a one-year commitment to be­ come a Big Brother Big Sis­ ter Contact: Camille Riley, 945-2006 FAMILY INDEPEND­ ENCE AGENCY (FIA), LOVE INC. & SALVA­ TION ARMY •People to “adopt” fami­ lies, elderly and shut-in adults for Christmas Contact: Steve Reid, Love Inc. 948-9555, 10 am 2 pm Monday through Fri­ day FAMILY & CHIL­ DREN’S SERVICES •Child’s art easel •Finger paint •Paint brushes - all sizes •Crayons •Markers •Tempera Paint •Play Doh •Plasticine •Felt •Construction paper •Art paper •Puppets - animal, people, family Contact: Sheri Anderson, 948-8465 CHILD ABUSE PRE­ VENTION COUNCIL OF BARRY COUNTY (CAPCBC) Over Your Head in Debt? LIQUIDATION - REORGANIZATION BANKRUPTCY 945-3512 sneCTs > •Computer disks •Steno notebooks •Overhead projector Contact: Therese Mau­ pin-Moore, 945-1387 THORNAPPLE MANOR •Easel •Dry erase board •Videos (G- rated, clas­ sics like Sinatra, Hepburn, nature videos, etc.) •Craft items for the De­ cember 14th bazaar •Bingo prizes •Jewelry (long necklaces, pierced or clip-on earrings) •Washable markers •Colored pencils Contact: Kathleen Allen, 945-2407 NASHVILLE COMMU­ NITY PROGRAMS •Canned or boxed foods •Toys, ages birth - 16 years Contact: Lois Elliston, 517- 852-9544 BATTLE CREEK OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER •Volunteers to clear an area for the planting of 500 tree seedlings •Volunteers to plant trees in May •Carpenters to replace worn siding (10 reasonably skilled people could achieve this on a Saturday) •A skilled volunteer to build some rolling carts. This could be done off-site. Materials and transportation would be provided. (Meals are provided to on-site volunteers.) Contact: El East, 616­ 721-8161 HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY •A Reading is Fundamen­ tal (RIF) volunteer. (Contact library for more details) •Adult volunteer to shelve children’s books on Tues­ days and Thursdays •Volunteers to share their expertise at a library pro­ gram. This could be for adults or children. •An “artistic type” to cre­ ate eye-catching displays with limited space s4, STOREWIDE Sale runs till 3 pm Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th • Closing at 3 p.m. Christmas Eve • Christmas $-|OO+ Cards Reg. *2.49 to ’4.29 JL 25% OFF PER BOX Large Variety of • Christmas Gifts • Stocking Stuffers Toys • Decorations Just a variety ofstuff. Stop by & see us! Thanks... Greg, Chris & Stacey 150 S. Main — Vermontville • 726-0079 Monday-Saturday 10 am to 6 pm; Sunday 10 am to 2 pm Jkv Contact: Susan, 9454263 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY •People interested in serv­ ing on the board for the fol­ lowing committees: Family selection and support, Fi­ nance, Fundraising •The donation of a storage unit for donated goods Contact: Louise Hurless 948 9939 YMCA •Volunteer speakers forPrime Time, a school- age child care program of the YMCA. We are looking for interesting and educational programs, so whether you collect trains or are a nuclear physicist, consider sharing an afternoon with us! •Camp Algonquin, which provides summer camp pro­ grams, is in need of: 1) A volunteer to replace one of the aging float boats (think Tom Sawyer). We are looking for someone handy with a hammer and nail to construct a new one YMCA will provide the lumber. 2) Volunteers to adopt a YMCA cabin for a season to provid cleaning, provide la­ bor for light maintenance re­ pairs to the cabin. 3) Summer mentors for international staff members who work at YMCA Camp Algonquin in the summer. 4) Volunteer to construct shelves in the new Maintenance/Ropes course building 5) Volunteers to prepare camp for summer campers Contact: YMCA office, 945-4574 ALPHA WOMEN’S CENTER •Maternity clothes •Baby clothes •Diapers, blankets, for­ mula and other baby care items Contact: Indya Morton, 948-9013 BARRY COUNTY LITERACY, INC. Barry County Literacy The Maple Valley Lions hosted the Olivet Eagles in a split squad game. In the first game, the Lions came away with a hardfought 24-17 vic­ tory. Leading the way for the Lions was TJ Bentley with eight points. Goris with five points. Bodenmuller and Wilson with four points each Myers adding three points. In the second game the Lions had a hard time find­ ing the basket in the first half, scoring only four points. Olivet had just the same problem scoring 10. In the second half the Lions picked up their scor­ ing, but it wasn’t enough, taking a 25-15 loss. The Lions were led by Micah Coplin with six points. Wood with five points. Odell and Cousins each with two apiece. k .Next up for the. .Lions in * BeTIevue*m Broricolahd?' " “ trains individuals to tutor in­ dividuals who have diffi­ culty reading materials nec­ essary to achieve their goals in life. The training of tutors and students is free of charge. Contact: Connie Seme­ rad, 948-9900 HISTORIC CHARL­ TON PARK •Volunteers to donate their special skills, specifi­ cally carpentry, electrical, plumbing, farm and auto mechanics etc. This helps defray the costs of upkeep and repair. •Volunteers to donate time to assist in areas such as special events, education programs, historic wardrobe maintenance, collections, gardening and landscaping and livestock care. All vol­ unteers are welcome and training is provided. •General office supplies and equipment such as file storage cartons, AA batter­ ies, and file cabinets. We will be moving to a new of­ fice in the spring of 2002 and will be storing and mov­ ing over 30 years worth of files. •Housekeeping and main­ tenance items including 30gallon and 10-gallon shop vacs with HEPA filters, leaf blower and snow blower. Contact: Karen Hancock, 945-3775 BORN AGAIN HOME FURNISHINGS •Donations of household items. If the items are elec­ trical, please ensure they are in good working order. •Volunteers with trucks are needed to pick up and de­ liver donations. Contact: Sandy Kozan, 948-3947, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Thursday. 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 1 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. .. , VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 — Page 9 Wrestlers take 1st at own Jessie Snow Invitational ft John Deere k Series 4100 Tractor Workbig Pay little ^4sJ, sJ, bb (( fs sS ftts The 20-horsepower John Deere 4100 Tractor helps you do more work. That’s because it has big-tractor features like a gutsy diesel engine, 8-speed gear or hydrostatic transmission, shift-on-the-go four-wheel drive, power steering, and oil-cooled disk brakes. Plus there’s a loader, \N> N> mid- and rear-mount mowers, and a host of other John Deere attachments to help you get yourjobs done. Stop by and check out the hard-working John Deere 4100 Tractor. Paul Felder. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Mru 7W i 5^> "Wta isd **?£■ **?£*■ r•Offer ends Feb. 28.2002. Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Installment financing Plan. For commercial use only. 0% down payment required. Taxes, freight, setup, and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Other special rates and terms may be available, including financing for personal use. Available from participating dealers. WWW deere com J*> "fli^ <!* MJIJfatMmt Fillmore r»«n ®M#k 3fe P99LV01 EQUIPMENT, INC. MW® Rtft ’tatis^. SiEJE *®!kf®Bit'ZS MlKKK^iit JOHN Deere KA (fit ii S»i sifti tiiii, 2900 N. M43 Hwy. T. 616.945.9526 Hastings, Ml 49058 F. 616.9455958 www.fillmoreeq.com filimore@fillmoreeq.com Nothing Runs Like A Deere 'Wiilffitfaisiii Iffij ttWD^lfudit[Q a; tatate Crtict: Mj ta, MUDa^ Ba|jF. htoiriiM Ben Boss works a pin. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Maple Valley varsity wrestling team hosted and won the seven-team Jesse PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention, to make any such prefer­ ence, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927­ 9275. Snow Memorial Wrestling Invitational on Saturday, with Lion grapplers taking six of the 14 weight classes and medaling in 13. The Lions racked up 182 points, followed by Coopersville (156.5), Gull Lake (127), Hopkins (105), Caledonia (103), Dansville (83) and Concord (29). Tournament champs were Andrew Gaber (112 pounds), Brandon Brooke (125), Ben Boss (130), Ja­ son Silsbee (160), Josh Grasman (215) and Ben Swan (275). Paul Felder placed second at 189. Third-place finishers were Laura Trumble (103), An- Support Maple Valley Athletic Boosters! Buy ValuCards! Save EVERY DAY at the businesses listed below, at all the vendor guide businesses and visit www.valucards.com for more statewide! Not Valid With Any Other Discount • FREE REGULAR ROAST BEEF Presant Prior To PurchoM W/PUKCH OF SAME .50 OFF 6' SUB Nodw* an ww ATKCfiUCE Ctatow Mexican Connexion MJYOMOMMKCNtOOMMNAIBON ATMOMINUPMCI OCT 2ND MNNn MMP OPP ■EQUAL OR LESSER VALUE? Heating**/ ' FREE22oz DRINK W/PURCM OF ANY Gt in DEI CtarionR A Something Special by Kathy 10% OFF rec Pticeo item cash ROtAL OR GIFT I - f l CARRY THE MOVIE STATION FREE GAME/MOVIE \ W/RENTAL OF TWO Hob** AS-22W PLEASE VISIT www. value ardb.com FOR A COMPLETE BUSINESS LISTING Shirleys Chuckwagon Cafe w45U, FREE BEVERAGE W/DINNER PURCH en-wna FREE 20ox ORINK W/J2 PURCH Oiortaw See wrestling, page 10 • Limit 1 Offor Per Cord Per Vi tit $1 OFF FOOTLONG W/njRCH OF EQ/GttATtt valLM RZZA « REC m(HU HUCt fMWK Hatting* tiowi ONI FBI! GAME W/2 PAID GAMES CARD holder 4 ©fen BOWL only Ha*ng* MS-3M4 IME 10x orr SIZE MIZA *a+~*e CharfofJR V LntloCaetar, REE CRAZY BREAD W/ANY PIZZA PURCHASE KWV "•““•’"’“C CTonW. asa-Hes 10% OFF ANY JO / ONE ITEM S4A-DS3I FREE WHOPPER WUW of ONE @ REG. PRICE ONLY $10! VALID EVERY DAY! W Mteoga Contact Maple Valley Winter Sport Athletes for yours or also available at Somthing Special by Kathy Something Special by Kathy now has 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. #23-1748 Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Spirit Shop Items • • • • • Maple Valley Sweatshirts Maple Valley Hats Maple Valley Flags “MV” Decals Maple Valley Seat Cushions • Many Other Spirit Items • Also a Limited Number of Football 2001 Playoff Sweatshirts and Long Sleeve Tee-Shirts. Small Sizes Available. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Page 10 Farm Garage Sale 843 BOBCAT SKIDSTEER: late '80's, diesel motor, new tires, good shape, $10,000 obo. (616)579-1256_________ 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Automotive 1982 NISSAN P.U. 4x4: ugly but dependable, stake bed, run's good. Wood hauler, $650 obo. Dowling after 3pm, (616)758-4269. 2000 BUICK REGAL LS: leather seats, CD & tape. White, sharp, warranty, $11,900. (989)235-4872 week­ days after 5pm or anytime weekends.________________ FOR SALE: Just in time for winter. '98 GMC Jimmy 4x4. Copper metallic outside with tan leather inside, full power and just about all the options, 4 door, automatic, 81,000 miles. Excellent condition. Call (616)948-4328 af­ ter 5:00pm weekday and anytime on weekends. $15,000 firm. Business Services HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more? Call J-Ad Graphics at (616)945-9554. AG. LIME: delivered & spread. Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-9691. For Rent BEDROOM, 1 bath apart­ ment with refrigerator, stove, washer & dryer, $400/ mo. + utilities. In Nashville, (517)852-9873 after 5pm. 2 Help Wanted DRIVER- additional CDL A drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. For Sale 1999 GOOSENECK TRAIL­ ER: 20,0001b. 25ft. Electric brakes, good shape, $4,000 obo. (616)579-1256 HASTINGS BANNER SUB­ SCRIPTIONS: Phone (616)945-9554. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616)374-7595 (517)852-9565 Wrestling, continued from page 9 In Memoriam IN LOVING MEMORY ofmy mom Sylvia "Waneta" Sherman who passed away 1 year ago December 20th. A year has come and gone and not a day goes by we don't think ofyou. Your daughter, son-in-law, grandkids & great grandkids. Mobile Homes REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 NationalAds PACKAGING/ASSEMBLY: to $15/Hr. + great benefits! 3 Shifts, major local plants! Overtime, start now. (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. SNACK FOODS ROUTE DRIVER: to $16.82/Hr. + benefits (cube van). Major Co., training provided. Daily route! Interview now, (616)949-2424. Jobline fee WAREHOUSE/DISTRIBUTION/DOCKWORKER: to $16.82/Hr. + benefits! Hi-Lo exp. a plus. Start now! (616)949-2424 Jobline fee. Ben Swan puts the squeeze on. (Photo by Perry Hardin) drew Kenyon (119) and Ser­ gei Mikhaylov (140). Taking fourths were Jeff Totten (135), Matt Brumm (145) and Chris Morris (152). Caledonia’s Seth Temple, the 135-pound champ, was the recipient of the Jesse Snow Memorial Sportsman­ ship Award. The varsity team geared up for the invitational with two big wins in a tri-meet on Dec. 13, beating Saranac 78­ 3 and Potterville 55-25. Double-winners were An­ drew Gaber (112), Andrew Kenyon (119), Joe Des­ rochers (125), Ben Boss (130), Jeff Totten (135), Chris Morris (152), Paul Felder (189) and Ben Swan (275). Josh Grasman (215) earned a quick pin against Saranac but was decisioned 4-3 by Potterville. Jason Silsbee upends his opponent. (Photo by Perry Hardin) NationalAds SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engravee 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; U Expires December 31,2001 Char otte (X Lithograph no. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 ______ Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RECEIVABLE:, to $16.82/Hr. + benefits. Busy office, entry level! Needed now! (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. CABLE HOME HOOKUP: to $l,000/Wk. Trainees/skilled. Work own hours, major Co. Start now, (616)949-2424. Jobline fee. HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS/ CLERICAL: to $19.23/Hr. + great benefits! General office duties, entry level. (616)949­ 2424 Jobline fee. Pets CHRISTMAS FUN: Hi, looking for a fun loving, smart, oh yeah & beautiful female to be your compan­ ion? I am an 8 week old black & tan, soft silky fur pure bred. Dachshund and my big eyes - oh just a must see! Want to make me part of your family? Call (616)948-4328 nights & weekends to meet mom & dad, oh yeah & me too, $300. RABBITS FOR SALE: All sizes & colors. (517)852-0629 Wanted STANDING TIMBER: Harvest time is here, don't forget that your wood lot is also a crop. Calll today for select cutting advice. Use Horses or skidder. (517)852-0629 or (517)580-. 6674. VYWEEV Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351N. M-43 Highway, Hastings �Looking For a PRINTER! FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! • Bill Love • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Neil Braendle • Cheryl Jones (at Charlotte Litho) . 1-HOUR PHOTO PROCESSING ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIG AND NEVER TOO SMALL! located in downtown Hastings has moved to it's new location just north of Hastings on M-43 next to J-Ad Graphics produc­ tion facility at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. in the BARN! Tty our new advanced photo processing system using the latest in digital technology providing you with the highest quality Letterheads Business Cards Annual Reports Brochures Flyers Posters Political Signs Rubber Stamps Business Forms Newsletters Computer Forms • • • • • • • • • • • Folders Books Stickers invitations Labels Tags Envelopes Tickets Balloons Calendars Catalogs reproduction possible. We process 35mm Advanced Photo System and 120 film on site. --------------------- 1 Hour or Next Day Processing------------------------- • COLOR COPIES • COMMERCIAL PRINT • INVITATIONS & MORE 1351 N. M-43 Hastings Only, In The Gray Bam (616) 945-9105 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND — LOCATED AT — DELIVERY 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 MAILING SERVICE (616) 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SHEET FED OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 545-4041 FOX (517) 545-2272 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Page 12 Lion eagers 2-0 in SMAA The Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team outquicked a bigger Leslie squad for a 64-56 home win on Friday night. The victory lifted the Li­ ons to 2-0 in the SMAA and 2-1 overall. “We played very hard and got a very important win,” Maple Valley coach Jeff Webb said. The Lions started slowly but battled back for a 15-15 tie at the end of the first w Jimmy Hirneiss (23) sends up a rainbow against Leslie. (Photo by Perry Hardin) quarter. Sustained, aggres­ sive defense in a decisive Devin Phenix (21) knocks home two of his 13 against Leslie. (Photo by Perry Har-second quarter led to a 32din) 23 halftime advantage. We new have... Ssssssxssssssssxssssssxsss®. ssssssssssssssssssss Boneless Hams I Spare Ribs Cumberland Gap Whole < Pork p p ottery (Instant) * Great Stocking Staffer! & Taking Orders for... ^^ tSHSSSsssssssssssssssssssss Holiday ss Fruit Baskets Select Oysters >. Semi-boneless Hams $ig■S 9 4. sssixsxsss^ SSSSSXSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS®. Whole > Rib Roast z Cumberland Gap “We brought more pres­ Nick Jones and Eric sure and created off of their Smith each scored seven turnovers,” Webb said. points, with Jones handing The teams played evenly out 10 assists and Smith in the third quarter, .and Ma­ grabbing five rebounds. ple Valley countered 20 Ben James scored 13 to fourth-quarter points by Les­ lead Leslie (1-3, 0-2 in the lie with 21 of its own to seal SMAA). the deal. Maple Valley plays host Darin Thrun led eight to DeWitt in a nonconfer­ Lion scorers with 16 points. ence matchup tonight at Devin Phenix scored 13 and 7:30. Jim Hirneiss scored 11. n» 'Ctssssssssssssxsssxssxssxxssss SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Chicken Pork Tenderloins Wing Dings SSSXXXSXS! ssssssssssss Gallon Bateman's 1/2% or Fat Free 16 oz. Bareman’s 1/2 Gallon Hudsonville All Var., 2 Liters Pepsi Sour Cream Products 99^is B!b 99^deP.@ Sssssssssssas&msssigsssssssssssssMssstssssssssss^, Asst. Var. ar. _9-14 oz.. Kraft 16-24 oz. Asst. Var. Vlasic Pickles $>_|59 8 oz. Kraft Philadelphia 33-39 oz. Maxwell House Cream Cheese Coffee Anjou | Tangerines 1. •> 5 lbs. Gold Medal Flour 89‘A dssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss^sss: Vermontville Grocery UNITED WE STAND Phone 726-1570 We accept: Winter Store Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm • Prices good thru Saturday ...and other cards, too. ^ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ Darin Thrun (32) drives around a Leslie defender. (Photo by Perry Hardin) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/815/MapleValleyNews_2001-12-24.pdf 0846c341da0881c3778f02a2e9ed90aa PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY . 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone: 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 129-No. 52 December 24. 2001 School board tours new bus facility Treasure His Gifts There are so many gifts to be thankful for this holiday season. Among them is the success we’ve had this year, made possible by the good Lord and kind people like you. Thank you, and have a wonderful holiday. Graphics by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley School board toured the old and new bus garages at this month’s school board meet­ ing. Superintendent Clark Volz expressed his apprecia­ tion for the building, and the transportation department members also expressed their thanks to the board for the new facility. Volz said he was particu­ larly impressed with all the work Transportation Direc­ tor Pat Powers put into the new building. In other business at the meeting the board: • Was presented opinions by Tony Joostberns about paying non-staff coaches the same salary as teaching staff members who coach. He said he believed equal work deserves equal pay. He also said he has con­ cerns over the four addi­ tional assistant football coaches receiving pay for the last couple of seasons. He said these were not ap­ proved paid positions and that the district is paying three assistant coaches in both varsity and junior var­ sity football while assistants in other sports are not being paid. Joostberns implored the board to be more consistent and to take a look at the sal­ ary schedule for the whole athletic program. Volz referred the matter to the school and community committee. • Heard a presentation from Amber Terberg and Tiffany Thomas from the leadership class at the high school. They said the group has been working on a pro- ject with area ministers to participate in the community toy and food drive, as well as Christmas caroling. They also have been helping with Secret Santa at Fuller Ele­ mentary and planning a holi­ day talent show. Members of the class are taking part in Teens Against Tobbacco Use and will be working with fourth-graders at Ma­ plewood, among other pro­ jects the class is working on. • Approved the purchase of a new tractor for the dis­ trict for $19,000, with Frank Dunham dissenting. • Approved a me change from Maplewood Elementary School to Ma­ plewood School. • Approved a Stratford (Ontario) trip for English, National Honor Society, and drama high school students for next fall. Man gets three years in prison for website by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter The former webmaster of the fee-based, child pornog­ raphy website Lolitaskin.com, shut down by the Michigan Attorney General’s High Tech Crime Unit last spring, told Barry County Judge James Fisher Thursday that he never in­ tended to break the law. “I didn’t knowingly vio­ late these laws,” said Mi­ chael Wayne Komejan, 28, of Nashville. “I’m truly very sorry.” Komejan was sentenced to serve a minimum of three See website, pg. 2 In This Issue ITFIPLE VHLldEY new® • Fuller 1st-garders present musi­ cal • FFA students attend leadership conference • Maplewood 5th-graders make Christmas crafts • Students display talents �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Monday, December 24, 2001 - Page 2 Website, continued from page 1 investigation into the fee based website which sold access lo some 2,000 images to subscribers for $24.99 per month. In all, some 30,000 to 50,000 images were stored on Komejan’s com­ puter hard drives. Buffmeyer claimed his client was not aware that the images were illegal because many can be found in books sold at large, commercial book retail stores such as Barnes and Noble. But according to Carter, the 51 images deemed child sexually abusive material did not come from such books but are thought to Michael Wayne Komejan of Nashville, right, was sentended in Barry County Circuit have originated with foreign sources known by investiga­ Court Thursday to spend a minimum of three years in prison for operating a fee­ tors to produce child por­ based, child_pornography website. Also pictured are defense attorney Raymond Buffmeyer and assistant attorney general, Kelly Carter. (Maple Valley News photo by nography. “Some would say this was Shelly Sulser) just a misunderstanding and against subscribers of the that prison is not a correct plied others with sick minds. ment that she is running for site which generated more governor. That promotes and exploits response,” said Fisher. “But than $18,000 in revenue for “I don’t believe you’re a your actions have exploited the most vulnerable mem­ Komejan. Those funds will political scapegoat, ” said bers of society, the children. children and you’ve supIf we don’t protect the chil­ Fisher to Komejan. “You’re be forfeited for use by the dren, we don’t have a civi­ simply being held account­ high tech crime unit. She said only that an in­ able for what you have lized society.”. vestigation into the origin of Buffmeyer has charged done.” Carter would not say the photos and the site’s that Komejan’s arrest by the Attorney General’s agents when charges may be issued subscribers is ongoing. interests andfinancial goals last spring was timed to co­ See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing Designated Funds make grants to incide with her announce- years to a maximum of 20 distributing arid promoting years in prison on his con­ child sexually abusive mate­ viction of maintaining and rial and on one count of us­ controlling a criminal enter­ ing a computer to commit a prise, more commonly re­ crime. Komejan’s guilty pleas to ferred to as racketeering. It was Michigan’s first the charges was part of a charge, conviction and sen­ plea bargain between Kometence under the racketeering jan’s attorney, Raymond statute related to the opera­ Buffmeyer of Charlotte and tion of a child pornography Assistant Attorney General Kelly Carter in which 33 website. He was also ordered to other charges were dis­ serve 23 months to seven missed. Komejan was charged in years in prison on his con­ victions of four counts of March after an eight month Tailoring a Gift to serveyour charitable The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, Scholarship and Award Funds are established by give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. donors wishing to make education available to indi­ viduals in their communities. You may also wish to: Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geo­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds arc often created as an alter­ native lo a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes to be considered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Non Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the Income of the fund. and all your printing needs. specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. • consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys pub­ lic charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life of your community. P.O. Box 644 450 Meadow Run Drive • Suite 300 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945*0526 • Fax: 616-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. New Year’s Day potluck planned at local grange At the gray barn The Nashville Strings’ an­ nual New Year’s potluck will be held at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 1 at the Maple Leaf Grange, five miles south of Nashville. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own table service. Music will follow the meal. The public is wel­ come. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Some­ one Special." For information call 1­ 616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St.. Nashville Sunday School 10a Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting .......................7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ol 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 REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................... 9:45 M.orning Worship 11 Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family .Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship................ 11 a.m. Church School ................... 10 a.m. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Fellowship Time After Worship Church Senrice ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 Fellowship Time.............10:30 a.m. Adult Class............................... 10:50 REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship.............................. 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School 10a. A.M. Senrice 11:15a. P.M. Service 6 p. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service......................... 1 11 a.rqir P.M. Service ........................... 7 p.m. Wed. Senrice ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets W.orship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School..............11:15 a.m. . REV. GAIL PATTERSON At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 • QUIMBY UNITED . METHODIST CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship .......... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices: a.m. Morning Prayer .................... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or Rev. Dawl I. Hustwick 948-9604 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. Affiliated with the Independent Anglican Church (Canada Synod). ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASST. PASTOR LES ANDERSON VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................. a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 24, 2001 - Page 3 FFA students attend leadership conference Maple Valley FFA stu­ dents Micah Tobias, Jenni­ fer Dunn and advisor Aaron Saari attended the Ag Career and Leadership Conference recently. The event, sponsored by the Michigan Farm Bureau, had 37 FFA chapters from all across the state attend, and it focused on careers in agriculture and natural re­ sources. Vic Vercherau, a Farm Bureau Insurance agency manager and past state FFA president, kicked off the confernece with an inspiring talk and a message that each individual can do great things. The members then heard from a panel of agri­ cultural professionals who answered questions about FFA members Micah Tobias, Jennifer Dunn, and their careers and how they advisor Aaron Saari attended the leadership got into their individual pro­ conference. fessions. ral resources. Specific topics farm. Students also had a included the future of bio­ chance to hear from peers in the state discussion meet fi­ technology and how agricul­ nals, as a panel of six FFA ture can be a profitable in­ members discussed issues dustry that encourages pro­ facing agriculture and natu- ducers to remain on the Matt Brumm (top) came back to beat Delton’s Jason Erb 11-5. Lion wrestlers fall at Delton by Matt Cowall Sports Editor Delton Kellogg exploited the relative inexperience of the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team in a 57-15 win over the Lions on Dec. 18. “We’re a young team, and when we go up against stronger wrestlers, we don’t know how to react yet,” Ma­ ple Valley coach Chris Ricketts said. “We’re going to have nights like this.” Ben Boss pinned Delton’s Tim Harris at 130 pounds for an early 6-3 Maple Val­ ley lead, but Delton earned 54 of the next 57 points to run away with the meet. Matt Brumm wrestled well at 145, erasing a 5-0 deficit after the first period for an 11-5 win. The only other points for Maple Val­ ley came on a walkover for Andrew Kenyon at 119 pounds. The Lions return to action on Thursday at the Wayland Invitational. Wrestling be­ gins at 10 a.m. There's a better Carl E. Heaton MARION Carl E. Heaton, formerly ofMarion, died Monday, Dec. 17, 2001 in Nashville, Michigan. He was 69 years old. He was born on May 28, 1933 in Highland Township to Clarence and Norma HASTINGS 4 MOVIE OUIDE (Madam) Heaton. He mar­ ried Donna (Yonkman) Heaton on Aug. 18, 1951 at the Pisgah Heights Wes­ leyan Church in Marion. Mr. Heaton was employed for 32 years by Kraft General Foods, formerly known as Post Foods. He retired from his position in 1989. He was a member of the Masons, Nashville Lodge #255 and Zion Lodge #171. He was an outdoors­ man who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also traveled to Wyoming on many ante­ lope, mule deer, elk, and moose hunting trips. He is survived by his wife, Donna of Nashville; chil­ dren, C. Eugene Heaton of' Vermontville, David (Rose Mary) of Nashville, Mary Jane Brooks of Nashville, and Susan Carol (Martin) Dawson of Nashville; sis­ ters, Clara Finney of Marion, Ella June (Robert) Boven of Falmouth; seven grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Roy and Earl Heaton; sisters, Leona Zych and Mary Watts; and one infant grand­ son, Brian Heaton. Services for Mr. Heaton were held Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2001 at the Fosnaught Funeral Home in Marion. Burial took place in the Maple Valley Cemetery, Marion. Officiating was Pastor James Sweet. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association. Arrangements were made by Fosnaught Funeral Home, Marion, MI. way to buy insurance. You can buy your insurance from a stranger at 1-800 number or from STAN TRUMBLE ...a neighbor, someone you know, someone you can trust and respect. Call today and talk to a real person who cares about your family’s pro­ tection and security. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ijAuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7Ae No Pro66bm faoNV �The Maple Valley News.. Nashville,,, Monday, December 24,, 2001 - Page 4 Maplewood 5th-graders make Christmas crafts Maplewood students are busy trying to name the new lion school mascot Principal Fred Davenport received from his secret Santa at the school. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Josh Mecrsma’s fifth grade class at Maplewood Elementary School was busy getting into the holiday spirit last week. Students had several If you see this A face all aglow, it's because she just turned the big... 5-0 $ <1 - 12/26/51 || HDi $ aapnpnye B Pirathtrdicak y £« Dianne Patrick £ V Garry, Andy, Jessl, Torrt Double Prints Now at Special Low Holiday Price ! 3" Double Prints 4” Double Prints 29 24 Exp. Roll 12 exp 36 exp $2.29 $ 6.29 12 exp 36 exp 2.99 8.99 crafts they were completing, including wreaths and orna­ ments. Meersma said the students really liked creating, hand painted ornaments. They first took a clear glass bulb and then poured in paint in the top and rolled the orna­ ment around, creating swirly effects with several different colors. “They can give them as gifts or take them home to put on their trees,” he said. The class also built wreaths from foam cut out holiday shapes. All around the halls in Maplewood the holiday sea­ son was apparent. Each classroom had holi­ day decorations and many had crafts the kids had fin­ ished hanging on the walls outside of the classroom. One classroom had taken digital photos of the stu­ dents, and cut them out onto From 110 or 35mm full frame color print film. 4” prints available from 35mm roll film only. (C-41 process) Not Available With PREMIUM & Advanced Photo System. Good Dec. 26-Jan. 5 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. Main, Nashville, MI • 517-852-0845 The Maplewood halls were decked out in the holiday spirit. Here, student Lucas Russell holds his Christmas sign made with a digital camera. holiday paper. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport received a special present from his Se­ cret Santa — a roaring lion. The kids were busy mak- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 24, 2001 - Page 5 Students display talents Garage Sale NationalAds Farm FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. HOMEWORKERS NEED­ ED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-440-1570 Ext.5085 24hrs. AG. LIME: delivered & spre .ad . Darrell sprea. arr Hamilton, (517)852-9691. 2 Automotive 1982 NISSAN P.U. 4x4: ugly but dependable, stake bed, run's good. Wood hauler, $650 obo. Dowling after 3pm, (616)758-4269. Maplewood student Jon Stevens recently broke the 8 year school student record for the mile run. He ran the mile in 6:18, beating a record that had stood in the school since 1993. When it looked as though he might be able to beat the record, students came outside and cheered him on as he crossed the finish line, teachers said. 2000 BUICK REGAL LS: leather seats, CD & tape. White, sharp,, warranty, $11,900. (989)235-4872 week­ days after 5pm or anytime weekends. Pets RABBITS FOR SALE: All sizes & colors. (517)852-0629 Help Wanted Maplewood teacher Laurie Pettengill said she likes student Chris Loveall's drawing of the grinch so much she copied it off and gave it to other teachers for a coloring sheet. Pettengill said Loveall is quite the artist, and Loveall said he plans to go into art when he gets older, and hopefully become one of the people who -draws characters in computer animated movies one day. DRIVER- additional CDL A drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Full-time, part-time, benefits (full-time), good working environment. Also hiring for night/weekends. 248-7729. ; MIKE’S BARBERSHOP 120 Sherman St., Nashville, MI J] BEGINNING JAN. 2, 2002 I Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sat. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. FIRST TIME HOME buy­ ers! We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repos­ sessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800­ 466-0461 NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION Dec. 31st at 8 p.m. Welcome in 2002 with horns, leis, hats, noisemakers, streamers, champagne toasts & fingerfood throughout the evening. BREAKFAST BITFET at 12:30 a.m. All for the low, low price of *10 per person. Reserve early. Call after 4 p.m. 517-852-9260 MAPLE VALLEY f Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE “Tsd! Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 REALTORMLS Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, HMS Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI....................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)......................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)............................................................................. 852-5066 Mobile Homes REPO: MUST SELL! Will look at any offer. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessa­ ry. 1-800-672-9604 NASHVILLE VFW NICE "STARTER" OR "RETIREMENT" HOME JUST OFF M-79 2 bedroom bungalow with many new improvements fie 2 1/2 car garage on 2 acres with a creek. Immediate possession! Call Homer. (CH-156) Happy New Vear "2002"! From all ofus to our many customers, friends & theirfamilies. UR SINCERE THANK YOU! For letting us serve you with yourreal estate needs this past year. Business Services HENNEY PLUMBING: (616)367-4194. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING: licensed & insured. Owner operated for 15 years. David Halliwill, own­ er. (517)543-1002 SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERSI! SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON 2+ WOODED ACRES. Secluded setting, 3 bedroom manufactured home. 3 years old, full basement, fireplace, master bedroom with bath. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer for more “Info". LIST­ ED AT $125,000! Assumable mortgage (CH-127) PRICED REDUCED! NOW $89,90011! NASHVILLE "RIVERFRONT" 2 bedroom ranch retirement or starter home, central air, full basement, riverside deck and garage. Fenced rear yard. Call Homer. (H-147) "SIDEWALK CAFE" IN NASHVILLE Great chance to become your own boss. Must see to know possibilities! Located center of town, plenty of on fie off street parking. Charming small town "Cafe". Call Jerry for full details. (N-148) VACANT LOTS & LAND $269,900! OUTSIDE OF HASTINGS Beautiful walkout ranch built in 1997. Great room w/central fireplace, large kitchen w/oak flooring fie cabinets, central air, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage. Must see to appreciate. Call Jerry for all the "info". Hear Hastings on 1.45 acre lot. (H-123) "VIRTUAL TOUR" www.realtor.com 4 ACRE BUILDING SITE Perked and surveyed, mature apple trees to surround your new home. Land contract terms possible. Call Nyle to see how easy it may be to own this piece of the countryside. (VL-152) WANT PRIVACY? This 7+ acres located 1/4 mile off the road with mature fruit trees fir grapes this property is a must see. Call Nyle for your pri­ vate showing. (VL-155) 5.6 ACRES WITH 5 VARIETIES OF FRUIT TREES PEACEFUL "COUNTRY LIVING" With this 3 bedroom mobile home on one acre. Double roof over home, 2 car garage & storage shed, well groomed lawn with large gar­ den space. 1 1/2 mil£s from town. Call Homer. (CH-149) Mature grapes secluded setting, manufactured homes welcome with restrictions. Call Nyle for all the details. (VL-154) $23,900 BUYS THIS 2.4 ACRES Perked and surveyed, potential walkout site, mature fruit trees, seller assist terms possible. (VL-153) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE! Suitabe for "walk-out" base­ ment, wooded, good location, all surveyed. Call Nyle for "details". (VL-150) ON MAIN ROAD NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. CHOICE OF 3 PARCELS SURVEYED, PERKED fie DRIVE­ WAY PERMITS. 2 acres, 7 acres, 9 acres or 10 acres. Some have natural gas or possible pond sites. All seeded to alfalfa hay fie are on blacktop road. Call Homer for all the details!! (VL-134-137) 8 ACRES WITH 5000 SQ. FT. COMMERCIAL BUILDING Bathrooms, retail area, ware­ house facility, many possibili­ ties, land contract terms posible. Call Nyle today for all the details. (VL-151) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 24, 2001 - Page 6 Nashville woman creates 500-piece Christmas village by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Fifteen years ago, Nashille woman Sandra Zinger painted her first ceramic piece for a Christmas vil­ lage. Today, that village has expanded into more than a 500-piece display of a wintery town. The sprawling display in­ cludes such unique pieces as DeWitt holds off Maple Valley eagers, 61-54 The Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team dropped a nonconference home game to DeWitt 61-54 on Dec. 18. The taller Panthers (3-2) built a 35-28 advantage at halftime and matched the Lions in the second half to fend off the home team. Darin Thrun led Maple Valley (2-2, 2-0 in the SMAA) with 20 points. Nick Jones added 10 points and Jim Hirneiss scored nine. DeWitt’s Chet Davis matched Thrun’s output with 20 points of his own. Maple Valley’s next game is a Jan. 4 conference tilt at Bellevue. JV Report The JV boys’ basketball team lost to DeWitt 58-39. Dustin Mead scored nine points in the loss. Josh Hulsebos, Dustin Powers and Josh Beardslee each had four rebounds. On Dec. 14, the JV beat Leslie 67-60. Josh Cook scored 17 points and pulled down six rebounds. Beardslee had six rebounds and Powers had five. The JV beat Morrice on Dec. 7, 65-23. Cook had 15 points, Ty VanAlstine had six boards and Beardslee had five boards. The JV opened the season back on Dec. 4 with d 65-45 loss to Middleville. Hulsebos scored 10 points to pace the JV. VanAlstine and Cook each had seven re­ bounds. Powers leads the team in assists this season with nine. Mead has the most steals and is second in assists with six. Cook is shooting 68% from the field. /Looking for a > PRINTER? Call... Nick Jones. (Photo by Perry Hardin) <945-9554J Sandra Zinger's Christmas village includes over 500 pieces, many hand painted by her. a ferris wheel, skating rink and ski hill, all with com­ plete miniature people and buildings. It also includes a covered bridge, churches, a hospital, and ice pond with fishermen, and a hunter, and more. “When my husband passed away six years ago, I really started to buy more pieces and make pieces to add to the village,” said Zinger, whose collection never fails to wow a guest. “I just started collecting, to have something to do really, and it has just grown and grown.” Displayed, the village takes up an entire room in her house and she has so many new pieces, she has taken to adding them up the wall and onto shelves. Continued next page f Vern’s Repair & Sport I sfe Your Store For Fisft-n-Fun BringSs IySoCu.O..MTHINEG I CSEA LAEN!D!! SNOW S IS COMING SALE!!! FRIDAY and SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28 & 29 Get a Red Wolfe Rod & Reel Combo Free ($16.95 vaiue)y with the purchase of a Vexilar Fish Locator Combo (Combo includes battery, charger & custom carrying case) (Limited quantities/excludes Value Pack) O Simplicity, SNOWTHROWER MODEL 520M 5 HORSE - $499 • Save $100 *> STIHL Chains...Buy One, Get One Free! We Feature: Live Bait, U-Haul Rentals, Large Inventory of Ice Fishing Tackle, Simplicity Tractors & Stihl Power Equipment I -OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK------- 1 At the corner of M-66 & M-50 • Woodbury > 517-566-8353 • toll free at 1-877-717-1019 < e-mail: vernsrepair@yahoo.com Sandra Zinger stands by her elaborate village, with the ferris wheel in the foreground. Zinger said the village is very pretty at night when lit up and the music played. Castleton Twp. Board Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD December 5, 2001 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Thirteen people were in attendance from the public. Approved the agenda as printed. Heard public comment. Minutes from the November 7, 2001 meeting were approved. Amended the budget. Accepted the treasurer's report. Approved paying bills in the amount of 6,243.60. Committee reports were received and placed on file. Correspondence was viewed by the board. There was no board comments. ’ Meeting adjourned at 8:30 >.m. .orna L. Wilson, Clerk attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley 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 Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The village includes this’ skating rink. B-ma's Village has its own downhill ski slope. fake snow to. “I like to use little toys Zinger said she builds too, anything that can be some of the pieces herself worked into it, I use it,” she from bird houses, or natural said. “I use doll furniture, materials. Other pieces she and I usually get pieces as buys and paints and adds gifts.” Zinger has three children band, Jerry, broke before he passed away. It is a small and eight grandchildren. house with a woman looking They all have been taken by out the window. the village and frequently The display is so large in help her add to it. fact, that it takes weeks to “My youngest daughter set it up, and so Zinger starts bought the first piece to go with my set I did in ceram­ around Halloween. “It really takes a long ics, and I usually get them as presents from the kids. For time to get everything just Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Holiday - Extension Office instance, I really wanted a so. If I work at it every day, Closed. farm and did not have one it takes three weeks.”. Dec. 25 Christmas Holiday - Extension Office Closed. and I got that. My son cuts Zinger said one of her fa­ Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Holiday -Extension Office wood, arid so we have little vorite things about the disClosed. woodcutters in the village. A play is the reaction of guess Jan. 1 Happy New Year!! - Holiday - Extension Office friend gave me a windmill, and children when they first Closed. and I also got an electric see it. Please Note: The Extension Office will be closed during “People are just amazed lunch hours on Fridaysfrom 12 noon to 1p.m.- Untilfurther train to add.” The name of the village when they come over, and notice. — B-ma’s Village — comes little kids just want to touch it, they find it so fascinat­ 7TH-GRADE BOYS BASKETBALL from her family as well. “My middle granddaugh­ ing?’ ter called me that when she Several of the pieces can After scoring only four scored 12 points, all in the first half points, the Lions second half. McMillen and was little and could not say be turned on, like the train, turned it up on defense, Bentley each scored 4 points grandma, and so the name the ice skating rink, carolers who visit homes in a circle using a full court press to each. Tait added 1 point off a stuck.” The display, which Zinger and sing, and even the score 25 second half points free throw. Merry Christmas Ferris to win going away, 29-9, on The Lions traveled to estimates holds around 500 Dec. 17. Bellevue on Dec. 12 and pieces, is displayed on sev­ wheel. The mighty Lions were came way with a convincing eral 4x8 sheet tables. “It looks very pretty at led by Max Wilson who victory 39-11. They used Zinger said her favorite night with all the lights,” solid defense and key baspiece is a piece that her hus- added Zinger. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: I kets to help them on their All real estate advertising in this news­ way to this win. paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act The Lions were led by Tim and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to Wood with seven points. advertise “any preference, limitation or Cousins scored six points, discrimination based on race, color, reli­ gion, sex, handicap, familial status, O’Dell, Smith, Bentley and national origin, age or martial status, or . an intention, to make any such prefer­ Ashcraft each scored four ence, limitation or discrimination." points. McMillen, Goris, Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal Myers, Copin. and Wilson custodians, pregnant women and people chipped in two points each. securing custody of children under 18. From previous page The collection is creeping up shelves, Zinger said she will be ing more shelves for year. ■DUAL MOUSM OPPORTUNITY Armstrong Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 Call Today - We Can Help Saturday Hours 8 am - Noon Michael J. McPtrillips Attorney-At-Law 1-888-945-3512 Baby Back Troyer kBacon Ribs ik Beef Boneless Rib Eye Steak lb ?< We willbe dosed, , Gallon Bareman’s Whole 1/2 Gal. Hudsonville - Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair I | Richard Cobb • David Cobb 1 H ice Cream 16 oz. Bareman’s 2 Liters Asst. Var. united kL Big Jay's Potato/ Country Style Wing Dings . Spare Ribs sssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss: 11-13 oz. Freshlike College Inn Chicken or Beef Broth 59* Kellogg's (33% More) Frosted Flakes, Apple Jacks, Froot Loops Cereal Fresh Daily DiGiorno’s Nacho Fiesta, BBQ 1 lb. Bag White Bread Pizzas 2/$05O Wahoo's Corn Snack Baby Carrots 64 oz. Liquid Fabric Softener Final Touch Bunch Broccoli 89t 79U r2"9rg>9c. Yerniontville CrocenH Pepsi g 517-726-0377 Mich. Lie. #23-1748 (517) 852-9565 DIVORCE - CUSTODY Wanted ^Ss^sssssssssssssmssssssssssssss '270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Fresh WANTED STANDING TIMBER: Harvest time is here, don't forget that your wood lot is also a crop. Calll t today for select cutting advice. Use Horses or skidder. (517)852-0629 or (517)5806674. When asked if she will ever stop collecting pieces and call the village finished, she smiled and said, “Oh, no I plan to just keep going!” FROST CALENDAR OF EVENTS This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927 ­ 9275. now and add­ next WE STAND We now have lottery tickets We Now Accept W l c& EBT Store Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm»Prices good thru Saturday We accept: 4 | 1 ...and other cards, too.^ �erZ Pl Fuller Elementary Ist-graders present Christmas musical » for “?de8or,w;annts® ?de8 annts®' frienci pcra^Lf^aa/ pca Holiday card<s & photos add a ■ personal touch to any message you send! Let us help you capture the moments with photos & cards of the season HOLIDAY PHOTO CARDS Hailey Bennett, as Mrs. Claus, speaks her part in the play. Personalize your greetings by inserting that special photo in our holiday card holders. Choose from our large selection & order now! 10 ct. pkg. w/10 envelopes from $7.49 CHRISTMAS FUN FRAMES by Possibilities from ’3\ F-SlHlltieS $7.99 Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer makes an appearance in the play. Designed to inspire holiday cheer, these festive frames make a great gift idea when you add that special photo! PERSONALIZED HOLIDAY LABELS Choose one ofour many designs or create a label of your own* T9& 150 LABELS - $8.50 250 LABELS - $9.50 500 LABELS - *11.00 Margaret Hokey 5874 Hof lie Run Ionia, Ml 47800 ‘Personal designs $5.00 extra Check out all our Special Services: • 35MM & APS Processing • Business Cards . • Color Posters • Folding & Collating ' • Laminating • Color & B/W Copies ' _• Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! tammi King's first grade class sings Jingle Bells, in the "Bob Humbug- The Christmas Grump" play last Wednesday. 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 616.945.9105 OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 ■ 1:00 j Tammi King’s first grade class at Fuller Elementary presented the musical, “Bob Humbug —.the Christmas Grump” to parents and families last Wednesday night. Students dressed as elves, reindeer, and Santa, Mrs. Claus,. Charlie Checker and Bob Humbug. There was even a merry mouse and holly cat. Several students had song solos and each had a part in the play itself. King said the students were working very hard on the play and were excited to finally present it to family and friends. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Maple Valley News Subject The topic of the resource Newspaper.MapleValleyNews Description An account of the resource The Hastings Public Library wishes to thank Smith Imaging of Rockford, MI for their work digitizing the Maple Valley News. <br /><br />The Library also wishes to thank the Nashville Michigan Historical Society for their generous support in underwriting all digitizing expenses to have the Nashville News scanned into PDFs. The Maple Valley News from 1967-1969 was included in that project.<br /><br /><strong>See <a href="https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/676/How_To_Use_Online_Newspapers_8x11.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">How to Use Online Newspapers</a> for more information about using and searching online newspapers.</strong> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Maple Valley News Published 2001 Type The nature or genre of the resource PDF Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newspaper Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource varies within year published Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-NC/1.0/ Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Hastings Public Library Date Accepted Date of acceptance of the resource. Examples of resources to which a Date Accepted may be relevant are a thesis (accepted by a university department) or an article (accepted by a journal). unknown Description An account of the resource Maple Valley News Published 2001. Specific issues may be incomplete or missing.